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Andrew Czarny
Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Plymouth, Minn.
You have to have a willingness to go where the day takes you. As you acquire new experiences and come in contact with different people, pick up the knowledge that they have to offer.

Jessie Graves
Senior Talent Advisor
Alliance Residential
Phoenix, Arizona
I love that my current position offers flexibility and also challenges me. Every RPM position I’ve held — from leasing consultant to marketing director — has been both exciting and rewarding.

Thomas Baird, CAM, CAMT
Senior Service Manager
Winthrop Management
Houston, Texas
I started in RPM as a groundskeeper. Now I’m a senior service manager! My advice to someone who is just starting out in a maintenance position is to get involved and learn the industry.

Peter Davis
Property Manager
RMK Management
Schaumburg, Ill.
Be prepared. Since each day is different, being prepared for whatever the day may bring will aid you in learning more about the industry and yourself.

Demi Marie Schnorr
Account Representative
CORT
Indianapolis
I enjoy getting to know all of the wonderful people I meet at the properties. If you like helping others, this industry is perfect for you!

Jada Muriel-Hepburn
Area Manager
Integral Property Management
Atlanta, Ga.
I love the personal and professional satisfaction I get when I’m able to help people find comfort in their home. Read about my RPM Story here!

Carter S. Powell
District Manager
Camden Property Trust
Washington, D.C.
If you're looking for an industry that will challenge you both behind the desk and out in the field, this is the right industry for you. Read about my RPM Story here!

Ashley Accettura
Leasing Consultant
RMK Management
Downers Grove, Ill.
What I enjoy the most about working in RPM is seeing the excitement on our clients’ faces when they know they are at home with us. I also enjoy working with my residents!

Michell Garcia-Brown
Community Manager
Greystar, LLC
Ashburn, Va.
After managing hotels and restaurants for over six years, I wanted to transition to a career that supported my desire to develop my financial skills — while still focusing on customer service and creating loyal customers. RPM was that career. Read about my RPM story here!

Pamela Purewal
Financial Analyst
WinnResidential
Fresno, Calif.
A lot of people are turned off by numbers, but I love them. When I put on budget training sessions, I feel that the staff really walk away with a better understanding of financials. This helps them be better leaders. Read about my RPM story here!

Sean Riley
Business Manager
Lincoln Property Company
Dallas, Texas
When you truly can tell that you've made someone's day it makes it easier to sleep at night. We don't just work in sales, we're finding peoples' homes.

LeAnna Bell
Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Seattle, Wash.
There is never a dull moment in RPM, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. I have found this career very rewarding and enjoy mentoring and developing my team.

Salam Oweis
Senior Service Technician
Equity Residential
Daly City, Calif.
The advice that I would give someone looking into a career in this field is to keep an open mind and to never stop being hungry for knowledge.

Samantha Anne Freeman
Regional Property Manager
United Apartment Group
Austin, Texas
My Job is my passion! I love solving problems and providing people with a home, which is such a valuable piece of their life.

Julie Chu
Property Manager
Ginkgo Residential
Raleigh, N.C.
I love that the industry is so diverse. There are great opportunities for growth and to make a difference in the lives of others. Read about my RPM story here!

Shannon Tutor
Community Manager
Beacon Property Management
Paducah, Ky.
Get started wherever you can get a position and take every opportunity to learn.. Working in the RPM industry is extremely rewarding! Read about my RPM story here!

Kevin Kacanda
General Manager
Equity Residential
Los Angeles, Calif.
I like the variety of different tasks that need to be completed because it keeps me on my toes and keeps my day interesting.

Kristin Pittro
Property Manager
RMK Management – Bristol Station Apartments
Naperville, Ill.
Patience and communication are two of the most important aspects of an RPM career. Read about my RPM Story here!

Thomas Adams, ARM, CDPM, CAM
Vice President
WinnResidential
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
I got my start in the RPM industry while transitioning from the military. I like that I get to work with people and learn something new every day.

Chad Christian, CAM, CAPS, NAAEI Faculty
Regional Manager
Avenue5 Residential
Denver, Colo.
You cannot ever plan for your day because your days are so eventful. My advice is be adaptable to change. Change is essential for success. Read about my RPM story here!

Joanna Merritt
Regional Sales Executive
RentPath | Apartment Guide and Rent.com
Roanoke, Va.
I started as a part-time leasing consultant, and I quickly went full time when I fell in love with the residential property management industry. My advice is to dive in headfirst — work hard, play hard, and get the job done right. Read about my RPM story here!

Jesslyn Davis
Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Abilene, Texas
This industry is exceptionally rewarding — to know you help operate and maintain multimillion-dollar assets. Having a career in RPM always keeps you on your toes, and each day brings new experiences to learn from.

Elyse Smith
Assistant Property Manager
Winn Companies
Ft. Walton Beach, Fla.
I believe the RPM industry is an advocate of the military family. The industry is everywhere and it is easy to be transferred to other locations, which is a huge plus for military families.
Lara Anderson, CAM
Regional Marketing Manager
Fogelman Management Group
Overland Park, Kan.
If you want an industry that allows you to truly impact lives and that has opportunities for promotion within, RPM is for you. There are so many different ways you can grow in this field. Read about my RPM story here!

Daniel Esquer, CAM
Junior Regional/Marketing Coordinator
Wells Asset Management Inc.
Dallas, Tx.
The RPM industry is always evolving, which makes it hard to get bored. This job can literally take you anywhere because it is everywhere. Read about my RPM story here!

Bailey Melanson
Regional Marketing Director
Lincoln Property Company
Nashville, Tenn.
My goal is to learn as much as can, implement innovative ideas, and continue to evolve in this ever-changing industry so that one day I can be considered a marketing guru. Read about my RPM story here!

Jordan Hovanec, CAM, NALP
Marketing Specialist
Milhaus Management
Indianapolis, Ind.
We deal with a very personal part of someone’s life, and I love having the opportunity to create these memories for the residents while doing something I love. Read about my RPM Story here!

Jamie Preski
Recruiter
Equity Residential
Washington, D.C.
I feel fortunate every day that I stumbled into this incredibly dynamic industry — and that I found the perfect position for myself within it.

Chezon Reynolds
Assistant Property Manager
Westlake Associates
Seattle, Wash.
I love customer service, and I love training and developing staff and watching them grow — but my favorite part of being a property manager is helping a client find joy in their home with us.

Travis Millner, CAM, CAPS
Community Manager
Blue Ridge Companies
Winston-Salem, N.C.
The opportunity for growth in RPM is infinite, and it is attainable through striving for excellence, showing compassion, and placing a strong emphasis on education.

Sharee' Edwards
Assistant Property Manager
Capital Assets
Tulsa, Okla.
I love being able to connect with so many different people — both residents and other RPM professionals. It’s just an amazing experience.

Genesa Patten
Executive Property Manager
WinnResidential
Boston, Mass.
I love working with people. The satisfaction I receive knowing I helped a family is why I love RPM.

Kim O'Keefe
Property Manager
The Dolben Company, Inc.
Woburn, Mass.
There are three basic needs in life: food, clothing, and shelter. There is something so rewarding and meaningful to be able to fulfill one of those needs for others and carry that responsibility for providing and maintaining someone’s home. Read about my RPM story here!

Mike Markus
Director of Maintenance
BRG Realty Group, LLC
Cincinnati, Ohio
I enjoy the diversity of the business — it includes a little bit of everything and has something to offer just about anyone. Read about my RPM story here!

Philip Seymour
Senior Leasing Consultant
Equity Residential
Seattle, Wash.
The thing I love most about my job are the residents! I love people — getting to know them, hearing their stories, and making life a little easier for them.

Nicole Cameron
Marketing Coordinator
WinnResidential
Boston, Mass.
This is an amazing industry that offers so many different types of job opportunities — and you should always be open to trying new things and lending a hand.

Lisa Delgado, CAPS
Director of Multifamily
Boyd/Wilson Property Management
Lancaster, Pa.
Network, network, network! Get involved in the local, state, and national apartment associations, and find an RPM mentor.

Sarah Southerland
Account Executive
ForRent.com
Virginia Beach, Va.
RPM is a stable, growing industry where RPM professionals are able to positively impact the lives of others on a daily basis.

Chelsea Johnson
Talent Advisor
Alliance Residential
Phoenix, Arizona
This is a fast-paced, ever-changing, and rewarding industry! The opportunities for advancement are limitless if you are hard-working, ambitious, and eager to learn and grow!

Will Nurss
Assistant Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Tucson, Ariz.
Getting to help others is a joy of this profession. There is always something to do, something to learn, something to improve, and someone you can help. Read about my RPM story here!

Caity Russell
Assistant Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Minneapolis, Minn.
You get to work with dynamic teams and meet people from so many different backgrounds while gaining experience in so many different fields. Be excited — you are providing someone a home!

Lisa Odle
Owner/Director
CAST- Consultative Apartment Shops and Training
Denver, Colo.
I love RPM, and the opportunities are vast and varied. I have served in leasing, marketing, management, consulting, recruiting, staffing, and training. I love helping others discover this career path! Read about my RPM story here!

Nadine Afifi
Assistant Property Manager
Tanween Properties
Doha, Qatar
Turning residents into happy residents is one of the most enjoyable aspects of my job. Making people’s lives easier with the resources provided is an enjoyable challenge.

Joe Carroll
Maintenance Supervisor
WinnResidential
Lowell, Mass.
I enjoy the variety of the daily tasks. You never know what will happen or what challenges you’ll encounter. … If you enjoy a wide variety of work that’s exciting and fast-paced, then look no further.

Jeremy Lawson
Reputation Manager
Fogelman Management Group
Memphis, Tenn
I was recently promoted to this new role, and I enjoy where I am. I want to continue to take our company to new heights in regards to online reputation management. This job is still a new one for our industry, so seeing it grow is exciting. Read about my RPM story here!

Nathan Borne
Property Manager
RealSource Management
Winston-Salem, N.C.
If you enjoy helping people find homes and you want to run a business that generates a return, RPM is an incredible career. Read about my RPM story here!

Alyssa Martin
Property Manager
Griffis/Blessing, Inc.
Colorado Springs, Colo.
Remember every day will be different. Rewards will outweigh challenges, and your community’s success can be measured by the team you inspire. Read about my RPM story here!

Casey Rusk
Regional Manager
Watermark Residential
Noblesville, Ind.
From your first day in the industry, start soaking up as much information as possible. The more you know, the more valuable you will become — seek out a mentor, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Read about my RPM story here!

Alysia Johnson
Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
St. Louis Park, Minn.
You’ll never have a day that’s just like the last in this industry! Every day you’ll have so many opportunities to learn and grow — personally and professionally.

Darcy Bixby
Regional Director
Westdale Asset Management
Dallas, Texas
I recommend becoming active in apartment associations when you join the RPM industry. It changed my career for the better. You meet people and get the opportunity to voice your opinion and also give back.

Shelby Goins
Community Director and Certified Mentor
Weidner Apartment Homes
Anchorage, Alaska
I have found a passion for mentoring some of property management’s next top leaders. [I tell them to] take every day one day at time — be willing to adapt to changes. Read about my RPM story here!

Brett Aicher
Community Manager
Equity Residential
Seattle, Wash.
Knowing that a resident is comfortable where they live and very satisfied with the service that you provided is so fulfilling!

Elizabeth Doutherd
Community Manager
Equity Residential
South San Francisco, Calif.
The challenges I face today are never quite the same as yesterday, and I love how that expands not only my career but my personal growth.

Ross Betancourt
General Service Director
Equity Residential
Marina del Rey, Calif.
My favorite part of my job is developing employees. I feel like I’m making a difference in their lives.

Jessica Karl
Multisite Community Director
Weidner Apartment Homes
Phoenix, Ariz.
RPM is more than managing financials and making sure your property is fully occupied. RPM is about personal growth in communication, teamwork, and challenging yourself daily.

Michelle McKenna
Community Manager
Equity Residential
Laguna Hills, Calif.
Take a leap of faith into the world of residential property management! Many of us RPM professionals entered the industry by chance — and once we did, we made successful and fulfilling careers. Read about my RPM Story here!

Heather Blume
Owner
Behind the Leasing Desk Training & Consulting
Seattle, Wash.
RPM helped me finally find my calling. It gave me a voice, imbued with passion, that finally had something worth saying. You can call it a job — I call it my North Star.

Stephanie Anderson, CAM, CAPS
Regional Property Manager
Drucker & Falk
Richmond, Va.
No other industry offers limitless training and opportunity for growth like a career in residential property management. You can develop a career path based on your passion within RPM. Read about my RPM story here!

Carrie Riley
Training Coordinator
Towne Properties
Cincinnati, Ohio
I like helping people realize their greatest strengths, then helping them grow in those areas. Encouragement and empowerment are part of my daily life! Read about my RPM story here!