Live from the Lounge

In this episode, hosts Jordan Harkins and Ariel Castro sit down with Nick Beller, Head of Product at Roost Affordable, to discuss how technology is helping make affordable housing more accessible. Nick shares the story behind Roost Affordable, the challenges renters face when searching for income-restricted housing, and how Roost is working to simplify a process that has traditionally been confusi...

In Episode 7, we sit down with developer Greg Van Patten and designer Jessie Smith to dive into the graphic design behind Oliver and the collaboration that brought it to life. From early brand concepts to how design decisions align with development goals, we explore the relationship between designer and developer and how that partnership shapes a cohesive, intentional identity from the ground up.

In Episode 6 of Live from the Lounge, we sit down with Rose to talk about what’s next for Thrive. From leading with purpose to building a future rooted in people, performance, and community, this conversation goes beyond property management and into what it really means to create places where people thrive.

Paul and Jordan sit down with Molly Riesenberger, Vice President of Leasing and Loyalty at Bilt, to talk about how the Thrive x Bilt partnership began and where it is headed. Molly shares how earning points on rent has reshaped resident expectations, strengthened retention, and elevated day-to-day living. Together they look ahead at how loyalty, benefits, and belonging can continue to make communi...

In this episode, Jordan and Ariel sit down with Steven Kirk to get real about what life in maintenance is actually like. From the rhythm of work orders to the moments that make the job worth it, Steven shares the stories, challenges, and pride that come with keeping our communities running smoothly. It is a conversation about teamwork, problem solving, and the heart behind the hands-on work. Tune...

🎙️ In this episode of Live from the Lounge , hosts Jordan and Ariel sit down with Jazmyn Scott , Executive Director of Arte Noir , to talk about community, creativity, and the purpose behind it all. From Arte Noir’s mission to uplift artists and celebrate culture, to the impact of creating spaces that bring people together, this conversation dives deep into what it means to lead with purpose and p...

In this episode of Live from the Lounge , we sit down with Thrive Communities founder, Kari Anderson, to talk all things Summer Blitz . Kari shares stories from her travels across Thrive properties, highlighting the incredible work of our maintenance teams and the vital role they play in creating communities that truly thrive. We also dive into the heart of Thrive’s core values: doing the right th...

Welcome to Live from the Lounge ! Hosts Ariel and Jordan are kicking things off with an all-new series designed to bring Thrivers together through real stories, real moments, and real inspiration—straight from the heart of our community spaces. This show is a celebration of the people who make Thrive thrive, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the culture that sets us apart. From on-the-ground co...