July 2023 | News & Events Magazine

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAIRMAN

Stephanie Liston, CAM, CAPS

CHAIRMAN-ELECT

Jenn Mulholland, CAM

VICE CHAIRMAN

Katherine Morrow, CAM

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Andrew Klahn, CAPS, CAM, HCCP, CALP

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN

Tracey Crowe, CAM

MANAGERS REPRESENTATIVE

Tabitha Knox Gill

SUPPLIERS REPRESENTATIVE

Maria Williams

MAINTENANCE REPRESENTATIVE

Brandon Etheridge

MANAGEMENT DIRECTORS

Melanie Brink

Sundae Caudle, CPM

Meredith Dixon, CALP

Lauren Hartstern

Eddie Ivey, CAPS

Alicia Jones, CAPS, CAM, CALP

Sully Lemmons, CAM, CPM

Erick Rocha, NALP

Nicole Samson, CPM

Julie Stayton

SUPPLIER DIRECTORS

Nathan Lybarger, Esq.

Jennifer McCoy, Esq.

Rusty McDonald

Lacey Smithson, CALP

Alberto Suastegui, CALP, CAM

MAINTENANCE DIRECTORS

Jeremy Byrd, CAMT, CPO

Rusty Guilliams, CAMT, CPO

IREM LIAISON

Richard Wright, CPM

LEGAL ADVISOR

M. Wesley Hall, Esq.

MDHA LIAISON

Norman Deep PRESIDENT

Ginny Johnson

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Katelyn Cheatham

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP & FINANCE

Autumn Stiles

STATISTICS & MEMBER SERVICES

COORDINATOR

Alexis Westergan

EDUCATION & MEETING COORDINATOR

Anne Angel

ACTIVE PAST CHAIRMEN

Mary Bradley

Stephanie Burns, CAPS, CAM, CALP

Brad Cather, CPM, HCCP, SHCM, COS

Tracey Crowe

Andy Gass, ARM

Shelley James, CAM, CAPS, CPM

Stacey Holt, CAM

Andrew Klahn, CAPS, CAM, HCCP, CALP

Tammy Lee, CAM

Chari Lewis, CAM, CAPS, CPM

Stacy L. Molen, CAM

Nancy Morris

Linda Page, CPM, ARM

Susan Sherfield, CPM

Lisa Swick,

Tips for Organizing Your Shop

With judging underway for the GNAA Beautification Awards for Best Maintenance Shop, here are a few suggestions for creating an organized shop. The four significant areas are Safety, Supply Storage, Equipment Storage, and Working Space.

Safety

Safety is the number one priority in keeping your shop organized. It is critical to make sure the shop is clear of hazards for the safety of your maintenance team. Make sure to keep a stocked first aid kit and store flammables and toxic chemicals in a safety cabinet. Have a spill kit on hand for any spills. Make sure to store liquid and heavy items on a low shelf. Clear all exits and keep the floors clean.

Supply Storage

Finding a convenient method to store supplies is key to the success of your maintenance shop and team. Grouping like items together and placing frequently used items in an easy-to-access place are just a few ways to help get organized. Labeling boxes and shelf space is also very helpful for your team to understand the process of keeping a shop clean and organized. The easier it is for your team to find what they need to complete a task, the quicker they can complete it.

Equipment Storage

Equipment storage plays a key role in organization. Equipment is considered the most expensive asset in a maintenance shop, and maintaining the condition of your equipment is how you control the cost. Secure ladders and tools with sharp points or blades. Mark items that need repair so your maintenance team will

not further cause damage to your equipment. Check manufacturer specifications to help maintain larger equipment like washers, dryers, and golf carts.

Working Space

Assigning designated spaces in your shop for specific tasks or every different type of repair. Projects such as screen replacement, drawer repair, door slab preparation, custom cutting blinds, motor repairs, and appliance servicing and testing can easily have specific spaces in your maintenance shop. If space is limited, try rearranging temporary services on top of one another.

More Information on Best Maintenance Shop Judging

The Best Maintenance Shop Award judging is based on the following criteria: Safety (SDS current and categorized, shop door locked and secure, fire extinguisher registration current, first aid kit and adequate supplies including eye wash, emergency contact numbers posted, lockout/tagout kit, and bloodborne pathogens supplies/requirements), Hazardous Conditions (personal protective equipment, chemical storage requirements, HAZMAT communication, condition and storage of equipment, pressurized vessels properly stored, adequate lighting, and trip hazards), Organization (cleanliness of shop, exterior appearance of shop, supplies categorized such as HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Appliance, etc., supplies labeled with part numbers, inventory purchased, equipment inventory with serial numbers, parts list, site map, and refrigerant logs) and Other (including repair reference/materials, preventive maintenance program, vendor contact list, and employee contact list).

Trade Show

by Holly Duren, Community Manager, Ashton Creek Farms

As a site level employee, I never knew the true value of my GNAA involvement. It wasn’t until I started with Timberland Partners in 2020 that I have become a more active member. In fact, the GNAA Trade Show is one of my favorite events held each year, simply because of the networking opportunities! Each year, my team and I rally the troops to go and enjoy dinner, drinks, and the company of other industry professionals (who like us, are stressed and have stories to tell). You have the chance to play games and win pretty amazing prizes, which also doubles as free team building!

GNAA works tirelessly to get some of the very best vendors to the Trade Show. Even if you don’t need their services now, you can have a contact in your back pocket. How amazing is that? Bring your business cards. From cash to TVs, drawings are happening every hour (talk about a moral boost, if you win)!

I have met some of the most talented people at this event, and starting those conversations and building those relationships are the foundation of having a full and complete “toolbelt” of resources. So if you haven’t been to the GNAA Trade Show in the past or just had a “passive” membership, now is the time. Start with the Trade Show and get a taste of what you are missing! Consider it just another added value the GNAA provides to its members.

PET STATIONS WATER FOUNTAINS AGILITY ITEMS

GYMS FOR DOGS - NATURAL PLAY

DOG WASH TUBS FUN PRODUCTS

2023 GNAA Trade Show Sponsors

ATI RESTORATION – Booths 85-86

Established in 1989 by Gary Moore, ATI Restoration, LLC is the nation’s largest family-operated disaster recovery services firm. Headquartered in Anaheim, California, the company specializes in restoration, environmental and reconstruction services following natural and man-made disasters with an unwavering commitment to customer service. The company operates out of 60+ branch offices nationwide with over 2,000 employees.

CHADWELL SUPPLY – Booths 100-101

We are a family-owned business, and we are proud of that fact. To us, being a family goes so far beyond ownership or the name on the trucks. It is about treating our customers like family too. We put people first and treat them the way we want to be treated ourselves. It sounds simple but it makes a huge difference.

Our passion for the multifamily industry and for our customers is also expressed every day in local customer appreciation events, support for our local Apartment Associations, training opportunities through Chadwell University, and in just a simple helping hand from a rep or delivery driver in the field. We love going the extra mile in the communities we serve.

FLOORS FIRST NASHVILLE – Booths 83-84

We are a local, family-owned business with a passion for giving back to the community we serve. Whether we are sponsoring education opportunities or volunteering to provide for those less fortunate, at Floors First we always lead with a servant’s heart. Our teams are a true representation of the Floors First Family, honoring the commitment to give back to our customers, our local associations, local charities, and our communities.

With over 35 years of combined experience in multi-family property management, our founders, Brandon and Maria Williams, have first-hand experience of being on both sides of flooring and property management. Their goal to provide better customer service, better products, and better communication were the driving factors when the couple decided to launch Floors First Nashville in 2017. Since

launching, Floors First Nashville has quickly become one of Nashville’s favorite and most trusted flooring companies. We are proud members of the Property Management Association of Rutherford County, the Chattanooga Apartment Association, the Property Management Association of Clarksville, Residential Investment Advisors, and the Greater Nashville Apartment Association where Maria serves as a Supplier Director on the GNAA Board of Directors.

HD SUPPLY – Booth 96

Supplies, solutions & savings – all from one source. HD Supply has more than 40 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO). With 40+ distribution centers spread across 25 states, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of high-quality, name-brand, and proprietary products.

HD Supply serves customers across the maintenance, repair, and operations market sector by delivering supplies and services needed to maintain and upgrade multifamily, hospitality, healthcare and institutional facilities. While primarily serving businesses, all consumers can set up an account and make purchases.

ICU SECURITY – Booth 82

Custom surveillance is our specialty – supporting clients is our passion. Most businesses already have cameras; people go past them throughout the day with the belief they are not working. By strategic placement of spot monitors and coaching our clients to point out positive things they see on camera, this gives daily reminders to everyone that their cameras work.

THE LAW OFFICE OF HALL & ASSOCIATES –Booths 87-88

The Law Office of Hall & Associates is available to help the multifamily industry with all their legal needs. The Law Office of Hall & Associates has been a member of the Greater Nashville Apartment Association for years and currently serves as a 2023 Education Sponsor. Stop by their booth at the 2023 GNAA Trade Show for more information.

SERVPRO – Booths 132-133

Our SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville team is here for you when disaster strikes. The stress and strain you experience when your home or business is negatively affected by fire damage or water damage can be difficult to handle, and we understand. Our goal is always to stand with you and get you back to normal as soon as possible.

Here at SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville, our specialties are the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after smoke and fire damage or water damage, and we take special pride in our expertise when it comes to mold mitigation and mildew removal from your home or business. SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville is also a Better Business Bureau accredited business as well as a recipient of the Angie’s List Super Service Award. We are also very proud to say that we are one of only 17 businesses recognized in the state of Tennessee as a Hire Vets Medallion Award recipient.

SIGNAL SECURITY – Booths 97-98

Signal Security is a globally recognized, industry-leading, security partner revolutionizing the industry by making local ownership our strategy. We provide peace of mind so our residential, commercial, retail and industrial customers can pursue their passions in life. We are active members in our communities, dedicated to ensuring its safety.

We hold ourselves to a level of transparency that makes us more than simply accountable – we’re invested. By applying global thinking to our local ownership model, we ensure our owners and officers are an active and visible presence in their local communities. Signal is the clear voice in the night, the alert eyes safeguarding what’s valuable to you. We are a steady, highly visible partner helping you protect you, your community, and your property. Know that you are more than just secure with Signal – we are peace of mind.

TOLLESON, INC. – Booth 89

When Middle Tennessee needs AV designs, installations, and programming, they know exactly who to call. Tolleson Inc. provides trusted audio-visual solutions in the area. With our broad range of service offerings, we offer a little something for everyone. It is with great pleasure that we’re able to help local residents and businesses enjoy enhanced audio visual experiences. Excellence is our guarantee! Our reputation stands out from the other audio-visual companies in the area. We’re known for our stellar craftsmanship, fast

installations, and reliable technical support services. Through past projects, we have succeeded at helping previous clients take their collaborative efforts to a whole new level.

WHEELER – Booth 95

Wheeler, Inc. is a family owned and operated contracting business based in Nashville. We were founded on the principles of superior customer service and a belief in the Golden Rule: treat our customers, vendors, and employees as we would have them treat us. This mindset guides our long-term vision and daily decisions. Everything we do must provide a valuable benefit to our customers in addition to the rewards it brings to our company and our employees. In this way, we operate in a win-win environment. Our slogan, “Professional Service with a Personal Touch,” also enforces our commitment to the highest standards of workmanship, integrity, and service with a genuine concern for our customers.

XFINITY COMMUNITIES – Booths 80-81

Customized solutions for your property. Every community is unique. That’s why we tailor solutions to your property, from multi-dwelling units (MDU) to single-family communities, campuses, assisted living, hospitals, and more – to give you and your residents the best experience possible. Future-ready technology, designed for property managers.

Discover how Xfinity Communities makes managing your properties – and living in them – simpler and more innovative than ever. Be future-ready with an advanced network built right into your property, giving your residents easy access to powerful connectivity.

June Event Highlights

MANAGERS LUNCHEON

Alexis & Dustin, Bravo Flooring; Kim, Radius at Donelson

Brandi & Isis, Elite Flooring; Tiffany, Infinity Lofts in the Gulch

Gordon & Sam, ATI Restoration; Shannyn, Eastside Heights

Marcie, Greenway Solutions

MAINTENANCE LUNCHEON

APARTMENTALIZE

Joshua, Vintage Burkitt Station; Dayna, Nashville Plywood; Adrian, Freeman Webb Company

Marie & Cedric, L.I.C.R.A.-Nashville; Allison, Lincoln Property Company; Rodney, Ashland Farms; Cory, The Sound at Pennington

Kristey, Breezy PowerWash, Inc.; Shemal, Cambridge at Hickory Hollow

Krystle, BMS Cat; Edgar, Deerfield at Providence

June General Membership Meeting Highlights

Middle Tennessee Embraces Around-the-World Culture

by Christina Race, Regional Sales Vice President, ePremium Insurance Agency, LLC and Krystle Williams, Commercial Account Manager, BMS Cat

As the Greater Nashville Apartment Association gears up for its annual Trade Show: A Trip Around the World, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee would like to share the variety of cultural events held in Middle Tennessee.

African Street Festival

The African Street Festival will be held September 15-17, at Hadley Park in Nashville. The African Street Festival is a free music festival, marketplace, and journey through African culture. This year will be the 40th anniversary of the festival.

Nashville Oktoberfest

Nashville Oktoberfest will be held in Germantown from October 5-8. Nashville Oktoberfest is an event with something for everyone, including families. More than just a beer festival, it also has German foods and vendors, arts & crafts vendors, live German music, a Dachshund Derby, the second largest 5K Race & Run in Tennessee, and more.

Thai Lao Food Festival

Thai Lao Food Festival runs twice a year at Wat Amphawan Temple, 4880 Barfield Crescent Road in Murfreesboro. This is an incredible event that shines focus on not only the food but the culture. You will see some traditional outfits, live music, dance performances and cooking demonstrations. This serves as a fundraiser for Wat Amphawan.

Plaza Mariachi

Plaza Mariachi is a cultural immersion unlike anything else we have in Middle Tennessee. This facility has a focus on Latin culture and all the vibrant things that make it magical. They host a Salsa event every Thursday, which includes a dance lesson at 7pm, followed by an open dance floor until late evening. The atmosphere is electric and includes several food options for dinner, desserts and cocktails. It is set up like a mini mall with culture-focused vendors. There is even a kids arcade room for the young ones. This is most definitely not an experience you want to miss!

Cherry Blossom Festival

Cherry Blossom Festival is every spring in Nashville. It is a wonderful festival that showcases Japanese culture, food, dance and, of course, cherry blossom trees. This is an event that is seasonal but well worth the effort planning a visit. You can get involved as a vendor sponsor as well; they host a week of activities. This cultural delight is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and leave you understanding more about Japanese culture.

Rising Stars Series

TABITHA GILL– Community Manager, Timberland Partners

Years In the Industry

16 years

Volunteer Positions Currently & Previously Held in GNAA

I currently serve on the Timberland Partners MAC ommittee (Managers Advisor Committee), and I have been a mentor with Timberland Partners since 2021. I just graduated from the Leadership Lyceum program with the GNAA. I serve on the GNAA board as the Managers Representative and I am one of the co-chairs of the Education Committee.

What brought you to the apartment industry?

My husband. I was working at a limousine company and my boss was horrible to me. I would come home most nights crying. My husband had a friend who was in the industry and was looking for an assistant community manager. I submitted my resume and the rest is history.

Was this the career path something that was always on your radar?

Not really. I knew I liked doing clerical work but did not know anything about the multi-family industry.

Did you have any unrelated jobs growing up that unexpectedly prepared you for the apartment industry?

Yes, the limousine company where I worked. I learned what type of boss I did not want to be, but I also learned a lot about customer service and clerical work while working there.

Why is property maintenance an attractive career path?

It pays well, most companies have great benefits and there are opportunities for growth.

Best professional advice you have ever been given?

I was once told by a previous regional manager that you are the captain of your ship, so it is your job to sail the ship and succeed. Another piece of advice I recently got from my current regional is “you can’t hold their feet to the fire if your feet aren’t clean.”

What is your favorite thing to do on the weekends?

During the cold wintry months I prefer to stay in and Netflix and chill. During the hot summer months I like to be outside – swimming, canoeing, hanging out at the beach, sitting next to a fire, being with my family and friends.

Do you have any pets?

Yes. Two Pit Bulls, a red Pit named Matty who is 15 years old, and a blue Pit named Willow who is 5 years old.

Coolest place you’ve ever traveled?

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. The beaches were so soft and cool (even in 90 degree temps), it was like walking on baby powder.

Give us a fun fact about you.

When I was 16/17, I did modeling classes at John Casablanca Modeling Agency. I would often get hired to go do mannequin modeling at stores in Opry Mills mall. I made $25 per outfit I modeled and usually we would model one outfit for 2-4 hours and then change. It was fun and I had fun with it because people did not alway know that I was a real person until I moved.

What upcoming GNAA event are you excited to attend and why?

My two favorite events are the Trade Show and the Gala and I am equally excited about both.

Do you have a motto you live by?

Just breathe! This is just a moment and this moment shall pass.

If you could get a “do over” for something in your career, what would it be and why?

I don’t really want a do over, but if I could go back I would have gotten more involved and invest in my future sooner.

Any adviceyou could give to the rising stars of GNAA?

Don’t be scared to get out of your shell. The Greater Nashville Apartment Association is a huge family with a lot of resources. Make connections with your vendors and other managers. The community down the street does not have to be your competitor; utilize them as a resource.

NEW MEMBERS

APARTMENT COMMUNITIES

Arcade

Cody Cranford

677 Vernon Ave. Nashville, TN 37209

62 apartment homes

ccanford@volprop.net

Volunteer Properties

Ashton Ridge at Westcreek II

Jeanette Williams

1065 West Creek Coyote Trail

Clarksville, TN 37042

40 apartment homes

931-494-8528

ashtonridge@volprop.net

www.ashtonridgetn.com/

Volunteer Properties

Belmont Place

Tabitha Albert

1701 Gale Ln. Nashville, TN 37212

32 apartment homes

tabitha@sandsprops.com

S&S Property Management Co., Inc.

Citizen House Spring Hill

2425 Nashville Hwy. Columbia, TN 38401

264 apartment homes

931-350-8000

citizenhousemgr@greystar.com

Greystar

East Forge Townhomes

101 East Forge Ct.

White Bluff, TN 37187

18 apartment homes

615-626-7296

t.green@hndllc.com

HND Management

Legacy Cool Springs

Alli Livingston

2000 Aureum Dr. Franklin, TN 37067

424 apartment homes

615-619-6455

alivingston@gciresidential.com

GCI Residential, LLC

Mainstead at Century Farms

2141 Century Farms Pkwy.

Nashville, TN 37013

332 apartment homes

615-645-4575

Mainstead.mgr@ram-mgt.com

www.mainsteadcenturyfamrs.com

RAM Partners, LLC

Margaux Midtown

Adam Nettle

1600 State St.

Nashville, TN 37203

292 apartment homes

615-942-0077

margauxmgr@lincolnapts.com

Lincoln Property Company

Residences at the Finery

Mike Hochhauser

622 Merritt Ave. Nashville, TN 37203

383 apartment homes

manager@livethefinery.com

www. residencesatthefinery.com

Willowick Residential

Statler McCain’s Station

Laura Buschkotter

3369 Provine Blvd., Suite 100 Gallatin, TN 37066

297 apartment homes

615-899-5022

info@livestatler.com

www.livestatler.com

Embrey Management Services

Views at Music City II

Tiffany Duggan 6228 Nolensville Pk. Nashville, TN 37211

209 apartment homes viewsmusiccity@ram-mgt.com

RAM Partners, LLC

SUPPLIERS

Adroit Restoration & Remediation

Liz Jordan 475 Metroplex Dr., Suite 508 Nashville, TN 37211 615-571-4379

ljordan@adroitrestoration.com

Air Deodorizers; Bed Bud Removal; Biohazard Waste Cleanup; Cleaning Services; Commercial/ Insurance Restoration & Reconstruction/ Repair; Drywall Repair; General Contractor (Remodeling/Repair); Moisture Control; Mold Abatement; Odor Removal; Waste/Trash Removal Services; Water Extraction/Damage

Referred by: Gabe Chrismon

Commercial Restoration Company Baylee Miller

7310 S. Alton Way Centennial, CO 80112

b.miller@crcmail.com

Emergency Communications; Entertainment/ Group Events; Floor Restoration; Insurance/Risk Management Services; Leak Detection/Repair; Structural Repair; Water Extraction/Damage; Windows/Replacement

Referred by: Cacy Saffery

EuroStone, LLC

Veniamin Prutianov

805 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-00-8495

bgpgranite@gmail.com www.eurostonetn.com

Cabinet Sales & Services

Flock Safety

Laura Hopkins 1170 Howell Mill Rd. NW Atlanta, GA 30318

laura.hopkins@flocksafety.com Security Services

General Repair Services, LLC

Brian Mumpower 1446 Trotters Ln. Rockvale, TN 37153 615-489-4600

brian.mumpower@ generalrepairservicesllc.com www.generalrepairservicesllc.com

Asphalt Repair; Balcony Railings; Bath, Tub & Tile Resurfacing & Repair; Cabinet Repairs; Carpentry/Wood Repair; Ceramic Tile Installation/Repair; Commercial/Insurance Restoration & Reconstruction/Repair; Decorative Concrete; Drainage Repairs; Drywall Repair; Fencing; Floor Restoration; General Contractor (Remodeling/Repair); Glass/ Mirrors; Gutters/Repairs; Lighting; Maintenance Services/Supplies; Metal Handrails; Paint Contractor; Parking Lot Maintenance/Paving Seal; Pressure Washing; Sports Flooring; Structural Repair; Waterproofing; Windows/ Replacement

Referred by: Parasol Property Management

Heroes Lawn Care of Central East Nashville

Michael Mowry 3668-A Central Pk. Hermitage, TN 37076 615-486-3107

mmowry@heroeslawncare.com heroeslawncare.com/ hermitagetennessee

Irrigation Installation/Maintenance; Landscape Contractor/Maintenance/Management; Landscape Installation/Design; Pet Waste Management

Magic Apple Technology

Matt Lloyd 615-988-8992

matt@magicappletech.com

Telecommunication Services/Phones

Referred by: Jim McCarthy

Millicare Floor & Surface Care by SFS

Tom Yow

4825 Trousdale Dr. Nashville, TN 37220 615-557-5278

tyow@millicare.com

Carpet Cleaning & Repair Services; Cleaning Services; Floor Restoration; Gutters/Repairs; Janitorial Services; Pressure Washing

Referred by: GNHA

NSA Enterprises, LLC

Nathan Amon 808 Chandler Grove

Hermitage, TN 37076 629-285-8300

nathan.amon@acceleratedwaste.com

www.junkshotapp.com/nashville Waste/Trash Removal Services

Referred by: Denver Schimming

Stain and Seal Experts

Caleb Roth 346 Old Liberty Rd. Alexandria, TN 37012 615-785-1861

info@stainandsealexperts.com

www.stainandsealexperts.com

Referred by: Cameron Bailey

Terminix Commercial

Ian Hart 615-339-7816

Ian.hart@terminix.com

Pest Control Services

Referred by: Bryon Summers

TMT America

Sean Bogran 515 Wilhite St. Florence, AL 35630 256-810-0624

sbogran@hpsubfloors.com

Bath, Tub & Resurfacing & Repair; Carpet & Flooring Sales; Concrete Repair/Resurfacing; Floor Restoration; Flooring Distributors/ Manufacturing; Foundation Repair

Referred by: Maria Williams

Total Apartment Solutions

Mark Neustadt 11372 E. Ida Ct. Englewood, CO 80111 312-799-1346

mneustadt@optimumcp.net

Bath, Tub & Tile Resurfacing & Repair; Cleaning Services; Dryer Vent Cleaning; Drywall Repair; Paint Contractor; Pressure Washing; Waste/Trash Removal Services

TriStar Protective Services, LLC. William Bottoms PO Box 8593 Hermitage, TN 37076 615-241-3052

contact@tristarprotective.com

www.tristarprotective.com

Security Services

Electronic Voting with GNAA

This year, the Greater Nashville Apartment Association is implementing a new method for election voting. By utilizing an online voting platform, voting is more accessible and allows the members to vote from the comfort of their office. Key features such as personalized ballots and confirmation of cast ballots are just a few of the highlights that accompany online voting platforms.

How It Works

At the beginning of the GNAA election, an email will be sent to all GNAA members containing their member identification, email, username, and password. Once logged in, the ballot will present a selection of nominees along with the positions they are currently pursuing. Each candidate will be able to provide a biography and headshot to accompany their nomination. After making selections, GNAA members will review their ballot one last time before officially submitting. Members will receive a confirmation email confirming their vote has been cast after submittal. Members will not be able

to revote or change their votes after this process is complete.

Members will have until the end of Election Night on October 19 to cast their vote. Voting onsite will be available.

Voting at the GNAA Office

Members who choose to vote in person can still do so at the GNAA office or at Election Night on October 19. The GNAA office is located at 2 International Plaza, Suite 201, Nashville, TN 37217. If members choose to vote in person, an assigned staff member will securely input their information into the platform.

Block Voting

Block voting is an option. However, if a company wishes to block vote, they must submit their request ahead of time. Any company that wishes to block vote must contact GNAA President Ginny Johnson at ginnyjohnson@gnaa.org.

On Trend for the Trade Show

by Lisa Gunderson, Bristol Development

Where in the world is Lisa today? Or my friends will just text me – WIWLT? I am likely at a property, somewhere in the Southeastern United States. All the projects have the same components that perhaps vary only in design theme to meet the market.

What distinguishes us from all the other developers out there? The time we take to specify the products and components in the properties we create. More than that, we leverage our relationships with suppliers to get the best products at the best price. We have worked with manufacturers to get distinguishing flooring and fixtures at optimal prices.

What relationships can you establish at the Trade Show to set yourself apart from your competition?