Apartment Jedi with Andrew Bowen

In this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen is joined by Alec Slocum, CEO & Founder of Rentable, Apartment IQ, and Maven AI , for a deep dive into the current state of artificial intelligence in multifamily. The conversation explores how AI is being applied across the industry—from market data collection to revenue management—and where it is delivering meaningful results versus...

In this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen is joined by Shelley Robinson, Founder of PMx Partners , for a candid discussion on the evolving challenges of staffing, structure, and strategy in multifamily operations. The conversation explores how the industry is navigating a period of significant change—driven by workforce constraints, shifting expectations, emerging technologies, a...

In this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen is joined by Kevin Owens, President of Arqline Residential , for a candid and insightful discussion on the growing role of private equity in multifamily operations. As institutional capital continues to move deeper into the operational side of the business, the dynamics of how properties are managed—and how decisions are made—are evolving...

In this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen is joined by James Shearin, Managing Director of RETCON , for a conversation on the evolution of one of the most impactful innovation platforms in real estate. From its origins to its current role as a hub for collaboration, RETCON represents more than just a conference—it reflects the broader transformation happening across multifamily....

In this episode of The Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen sits down with Chris Moreno to discuss insights from the RETC Tech Summit and the broader implications for multifamily housing. The conversation explores how technology, policy, and economics intersect to shape the future of rental housing. Chris shares perspectives on the growing role of AI, the importance of advocacy, and the challenges...

In this episode of The Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen sits down with Dom Beveridge , founder of the influential 20for20 report , to explore the key insights emerging from this year's research. The 20for20 project gathers insights from twenty senior multifamily executives responsible for operations or technology. These structured interviews provide one of the clearest snapshots of how op...

EV Charging in Multifamily: Infrastructure, Incentives & Retention Strategy Guest: Jeremy Cohen, Director of Real Estate Partnerships, SWTCH EV charging is no longer a “nice-to-have” in multifamily housing — it’s rapidly becoming core infrastructure. In Episode 23, Andrew Bowen sits down with Jeremy Cohen of SWTCH Energy to unpack what EV adoption really means for owners, operators, and asset...

Episode 22: Q4 2025 REIT Earnings Recap — Groundhog Day… Until It Wasn’t Guest: Greg Willett, Chief Economist, LeaseLock Format: Quarterly LinkedIn Live In this episode: 🔁 The Groundhog Day Themes Supply pressures easing in 2026 Back-half rent growth expectations (counter-seasonal strength) Renewals driving blended rent growth Expense moderation — especially insurance Renter financial health stab...

In this episode: Institutional ownership of rental housing: separating fact from rhetoric Why affordability — not ownership structure — is the real issue How multifamily development requires large-scale institutional capital The role of pensions, sovereign funds, insurance companies, and endowments Understanding PREA and NCREIF Why fiduciary responsibility shapes long-term real estate investing Th...

Episode 20: Bridging the Gap – Multifamily & the Future of Tenant Screening Guest: Eric J. Ellman, President, National Consumer Reporting Association (NCRA) Contact: eellman@ncrainc.org In this episode: - The role of NCRA and why housing providers should care - What’s changing in tenant screening laws—and why - How Seattle’s “Fair Chance Housing Ordinance” sparked a legal response - Overvi...

Episode 19: Purpose, Property & People – The Faith-Based Multifamily Model Guest: Jeremy Edmiston, EVP, Community Growth Foundation In this episode: Jeremy’s journey from ministry to multifamily How Community Growth Foundation approaches investment with an impact-first lens “People amenities” vs. physical amenities Using KPIs to track emotional, spiritual, and financial impact The challenge (a...

**Episode 18: Bishop Ridge – Opportunity Zone Done Right**  **Guest:** Jeremy Thomason, SVP Investor Relations & Asset Management, Savoy Capital    In this episode, we discuss:  - What makes Opportunity Zones (OZs) so powerful—and misunderstood  - Why Savoy took a long-term bet on Bishop Ridge  - The strategy of layering OZ, PFC, and centralized operations  - Managing 22 properties as a neighb...

Episode 17: How AI Will Reshape Multifamily – From Leasing to Labor to Construction Guest: Chris Moreno, Founder, Infinite Niches In this episode: AI as a training tool, not just a chatbot Real-world use cases: fraud detection, leasing empathy, maintenance support How Chris thinks about tech-vendor lock-in and long-term risk Swarms of robots, modular construction, and faster lease-ups Lessons from...

Episode 16: Advocacy Starts Local – Why 2026 Is the Year to Get Involved Guest: Jeremy Thomason, SVP & Future AAGD President In this episode: What advocacy really means (hint: it’s not just DC trips and lobbyists) Why local decisions often matter more than federal ones Real examples of advocacy wins at the city level Advice for anyone—regardless of title—on how to get involved How one Sunday c...

Episode 15: 5 Bold Predictions for Multifamily in 2026 Host: Andrew Bowen, Apartment Jedi 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Why at least one publicly traded REIT may be taken private What it means to operationalize resident experience in 2026 The rise of retention—and the fall of lease-up-driven revenue The rent vs. revenue paradox that could break acquisition models Why uncertainty in rates, data, and rent t...

Episode 14: The Death of Deposits? Rethinking Risk and Resident Experience Guest: Michael Bowman, CEO of Deposit Cloud What started as a cash cushion to protect landlords has become a compliance risk, a resident pain point, and a branding liability. So why is multifamily still relying on deposits? 🔥 In this episode: Why Michael Bowman founded Deposit Cloud The financial reality of $300 deposits a...

Episode 13: From Brand Promise to Daily Practice – Fixing the CX Gap in Multifamily Guest: Reece Register, Founder of CXOWorx In this episode, we explore: The broken link between brand and on-site execution Why rebrands fall flat without operational reinforcement The danger of designing CX without emotional intelligence Centralization’s unintended impact on team growth and leadership What multifam...

Guest: Kevin Donnelly, Executive Director & Chief Advocacy Officer, Real Estate Technology & Transformation Center (RETTC) In this episode: 🎉 Celebrating RETTC's first birthday live from OpTech 🏛️ Why advocacy is multifamily’s new superpower 🤝 How RETTC is building a bridge between operators and tech 🧠 The AI framework that sets the bar for responsible use in multifamily 💡 Why MIT...

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt conversation, Andrew Bowen talks with Brandon Hammond about the lessons learned from a season of uncertainty — from the vulnerability of being #OpenToWork to rediscovering purpose, community, and self-belief. Brandon shares how he turned a public job search into a platform for helping others and why authenticity has become his greatest leadership tool. The discus...

Episode Summary: In this conversation, Andrew Bowen and Adrian Danila discuss the intersection of technology, leadership, and authenticity in multifamily operations. From AI-driven efficiencies to the human side of centralization, Adrian brings perspective grounded in two decades of maintenance leadership and mentorship. They also explore how content creation is empowering maintenance professional...

In this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen talks with Tyler Christiansen , CEO and Founder of Funnel Leasing , about the current state and future trajectory of centralization in multifamily housing. 💡 Topics Covered: Centralization: where we are vs. where we’re going The rise of role specialization and its impact on team performance How AI is empowering teams — and the risk of “c...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Andrew Bowen welcomes Jonathan Buckelew , a multifamily asset manager who has become one of the industry’s leading voices on AI adoption. Jonathan shares how experimenting with technology transformed his workflow, helping him move from manual data analysis to fully automated processes. They discuss the evolving tech landscape in multifamily, the challenges of acce...

Episode Summary: On this episode of the Apartment Jedi Podcast, Andrew Bowen welcomes Tara Samuels, The Multifamily Matchmaker . They explore how unplanned collisions—those unexpected conversations at conferences or on trade show floors—can become career-defining moments. Tara also shares insights from her growing Mentor Matchmaking program , which helps professionals at all stages connect, learn,...

Episode Title: How to Evaluate AI for Multifamily with Jacob Carter, Founder & CEO of Nurture Boss Episode Summary: In this episode, Andrew Bowen sits down with Jacob Carter of Nurture Boss to tackle the big, often misunderstood topic of how multifamily operators should evaluate artificial intelligence. From internal vs external tooling to measuring ROI and launching successful pilots, Jacob b...

In this episode, Andrew Bowen is joined by Misty Sanford, who successfully made the leap from multifamily marketing executive to co-founder of one of North Texas’ most recognizable craft breweries: Manhattan Project Beer Company. Recorded inside the brewery’s podcast studio, Misty and Andrew unpack what it means to break free from multifamily’s gravitational pull — and what lessons cross over betw...