The Multifamily Hangout

Richard Friedman joined Greystar in 2014 through the Riverstone Residential Group acquisition and is currently a Managing Director of Client Services & Strategic Partnerships. Over the past decade, Greystar has successfully grown its US Property Management business both organically and through select strategic partnerships and acquisitions. As Greystar continues to look for opportunities to gr...

Bob Knakal has been a broker in NYC since 1984. Over that time, he has brokered the sale of over 2,329 buildings having a market value of approximately $22 billion. For 26 years of those years (1988-2014), he owned and ran Massey Knakal Realty Services which sold more than 3x the number of properties as the #2 firm in NYC from 2001-2014. Running the firm with a Servant Leadership management style,...

As a frustrated (repressed?) architect, David Ohlrich credits Mike Brady with starting him on his real estate journey. From his first drafting class in high school to his current role running property operations at a fast-growing, boutique, alternative asset management and investment firm, he enjoys all aspects of the built environment and is fascinated by the future “use of space” discussion that...

Karen Key is a Division President and leads the Southeast region for Asset Living’s conventional portfolio. She has worked in the industry for over 20 years, gaining experience and expertise in new developments and lease-ups, value-add and repositions, and build-to-rent communities across the East Coast and Sunbelt regions. At Asset Living, her goals include driving property operations and assisti...

Jeff is currently Chief Operating Officer at Middle Street Partners. Oversee the company’s operations and lead the asset management team, responsible for executing property level strategies to enhance and protect asset value. – Developing and managing platform level processes and best practices – Providing operational oversight at the property level and managing investment objectives for the Compa...

Starting his career in 1990, Carlyle's journey in multifamily residential management includes an impressive combination of corporate and on-site operations. His expertise covers management, marketing, strategic financial planning, acquisitions, and third-party management. Carlyle has successfully managed diverse asset types including REIT portfolios, conventional and military housing, low-inco...

Amanda Cox serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Bellaire Services Corporation and Bellaire Multifamily Management. Within Bellaire Services Corporation, she leads the team in asset acquisition efforts and monitors performance through the lifecycle of the portfolio. Within Bellaire Multifamily Management, Amanda supports the property operations team, leads value-add initiatives, and spearheads...

Sherry was most recently the Executive Managing Director of Property Management for RangeWater Residential overseeing the property management group which has oversight for over 100,000 multifamily units located in 15 states. Sherry joined RangeWater in 2021 with over 20 years of multifamily experience. She is a strategic leader and change initiator with global experience in multifamily housing. Du...

As the Senior Vice President of Technology and Strategic Initiatives at Article Student Living, Erica White oversees sustainable platform growth by leading advanced technological business initiatives through data modeling, & process standardization with the goal of delivering value to all stakeholders. With over 16 years of experience in student, military, and multi-family housing , Erica is t...

Steve's impressive background spans operations, accounting, training, marketing, revenue management, and human resources. With leadership positions at Redwood Residential, Mandel Group, Banner Property Management, LLC , and Sherman Residential , Steve brings a wealth of expertise to the table. A graduate in Finance and English from the University of Wisconsin, Steve holds multiple certificatio...

Mary Gwyn , CPM, Chief Innovator of Apartment Dynamics, operates an innovative management company which successfully implements her marketing and maintenance strategies. A skilled in-person and web presenter, her training is based on proven solutions tested in her own company and designed to enhance revenue and improve the work experience for Maintenance and Leasing teams. She is a member of the N...

Kristina began her career in multifamily in Atlanta as a part-time leasing consultant in 2000, seeking an opportunity that allowed for flexibility as she navigated returning to the workforce after being a stay-at-home mom. She quickly moved through the ranks, becoming Property Manager of the 400-unit community where she began her career. During her time as a Multi-site Property Manager, Regional M...

Jennifer joined Western Wealth Capital to launch their in-house property management company, Western Wealth Communities, in 2020. Jennifer was responsible for building out the property management platform and hiring the team to support the growing business of over 15,000 units. In 2023, she broadened her role to include strategic direction of Western Wealth Capital’s people and technology departme...

Melissa Joy is a Senior Vice President of Operations for Village Green, a National Property Management firm with 40k units and $9.5 Billion in Multi-Family Real Estate under management. As a 25+ year industry professional, she has experience in every facet of Property Management, having started her career on-site, progressing to portfolio level and ultimately executive level management. Melissa is...

Kristyn Monticup is the Vice President of Operations at Gables Residential. Most recently, Kristyn was with Haven Residential as Executive Vice President-East. Her previous experience includes key positions at Rangewater Real Estate, TriBridge Residential and Greystar Management. Kristyn brings expertise in both owned and third-party management, budgeting, and financials, leading due-diligence and...

After his family relocated him from Ft. Worth Texas to live in Dallas where he eventually graduated from HS from Noth Dallas High in 1984. Ron decided to enlist in the USAF Reserves where he served our country honorably and for next four years. While serving as an active service member in the U.S., Air Force Reserves Ron also attended Brookhaven Community College in Dallas for two years and eventu...

As a dedicated Managing Director with a passion for the multi-family real estate sector, she brings over 20 years of experience in driving success and creating value for owners and the cities and neighborhoods she manages in. Her proven track record includes Property Management, Operations, Financial Optimization, Pre-Development consulting, Development of high-performing teams, Marketing, Asset A...

Mike Brewer is passionate about people, technology, and real estate. Mike’s investment in technological advances and education improves the team member experience and elevates customer engagement. He most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of The RADCO Companies, an Atlanta-based real estate investment firm. Mike has received numerous industry honors, including seven “Property Manageme...

Ms. Druckman brings over 25 years of real estate industry expertise and leadership to Legacy Partners. As Regional Vice President, Sheri is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Legacy’s regional property management operations in the Pacific Northwest including multifamily, mixed-use, new development, lease-ups, renovations and client relations. Prior to joining Legacy Partners, Ms. Druckman w...

Steve F. Hallsey was most recently the Managing Director for Wood Residential. He oversaw the management, marketing, leasing, maintenance, and accounting for the company’s portfolio from coast-to-coast – including Wood Partners’ owned assets and a growing third-party management portfolio. Steve has nearly 40 years of experience in the multifamily industry and serves on the board of directors for N...

Meet Felicia Queen: “My vision of the world is to see society be strong and thriving. That requires powerful and effective leadership and personal empowerment. I want future generations to be pulled up by strong leaders, not knocked down by others that have titles but lack skills. By understanding and utilizing effective teamwork and culture development we will all thrive. Personally, and professi...

With 13 years of experience as a nonprofit executive, including an impressive 4-year tenure as CEO of a $6 million association, Nabil brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As a licensed psychologist, he offers individual counseling services via telehealth in over 30 states, including DC, MD, VA, IL, TX, and NJ. Dr. El-Ghoroury isn't just a local expert – he's a global speaker who has...

Welcome back to another episode of the Multifamily Hangout! In this episode, we're joined by Gen Bauer, Chief Operating Officer for Max Properties. Highlights:Gen's Multifamily Journey: Gen takes us on her multifamily journey, from dreaming of sports operations to excelling in property management. Gain insights into her diverse experiences, including military housing and value-add projects...

Join another episode of The Multifamily Hangout with hosts Adrian Danila and Neda Urias as they dive into an inspiring conversation with Candace Manning, the Director of Workforce Development and Training at the Maryland Multi Housing Association. In this engaging episode, Candace shares her remarkable journey, leadership triumphs, and unwavering commitment to advocacy, especially for young Black...

Toni shares her unconventional journey into property management, highlighting customer-centric leadership and its evolution throughout her career. She explores the multifamily industry's evolving landscape, discussing trends like flexible spaces, remote work impacts, and integrating technology for enhanced customer experiences. The conversation addresses concerns about technology saturation an...