What a dynamic duo! AAGP President Brian Paule of the Galman Group, and Steve Waters, V.P. Morgan Properties got a chance to show their passion for our industry last week at Orleans Technical institute in Northeast Philadelphia. Steve and Brian spoke to students in Orleans' building trades classes about the importance of the maintenance staff in every apartment community- it's no less than the key to the community's success! They offered their personal insights and advice, fielded questions, and encouraged everyone looking for an industry where plumbing, electric and carpentry skills (to name a few) are in demand to look no further. Thanks so much, Brian and Steve, for showcasing the fabulous careers for trades people in apartment communities!
This Thursday — kick off your year with a “Success Tips” teleforum featuring Andrew Botieri
Grab Your Competitive Edge – 25 Success Tips in 60 Minutes. Teleforum this Thursday, Jan. 19th from 1 pm to 2 pm. Just call-in and enjoy training right from your home or office. Just $35 per person.
When you register with AAGP you will receive the call-in number.
You've spent the last few months celebrating the holidays, over indulging and losing a little focus. Are you ready for the New Year? Are you ready to surpass your goals for 2012? In this fast-moving session learn key goal-setting tips to increase your closing ratios and earnings throughout the year. You'll learn 20 tips, tools and techniques to increase your leasing skills, resident renewals, be a better team player and focus on your personal growth. You'll walk away with an action plan to help you reach your financial and interpersonal goals.
Starting out the New Year looking for ways to save money?
Starting out the New Year looking for ways to save money? Do you need help with payroll or energy costs? Do you have a contract with Comcast or Verizon? All of these directly impact your bottom line. Check out AAGP Partners
AAGP has gone MOBILE
We heard you and are thrilled to announce the launch of this technology for our Members. Not sure what time the event starts? Or perhaps scheduling a meeting and you want to make sure there isn’t a conflict? But you are out of your office and sitting in traffic. No worries. Hop on your phone and get all the information you need. Simply go to http://aagp.com/mobile and depending on your device it will display the mobile site appropriately. Magic!!!
AAGP President Brian Paule Selects Panel for Feb. 15 Dinner
AAGP 2012 President, Brian Paule, CAM, The Galman Group, has selected an outstanding panel to provide insight and enlightenment at the upcoming AAGP Membership Meeting & President's Dinner on February 15, 2012 at the Conshohocken Marriott (5:30 pm). All AAGP members are invited to come enjoy the hour-long cocktail reception followed by a plated dinner & panel. Register today!
Panel will include:
Alex Jackiw, CPM, CAPS, Exec VP Buckingham Companies & NAA Chairman-Elect
Karen McAlonen, CPM, Sr. VP of Operations, Morgan Properties & AAGP Treasurer
Jessica Scully, CPM, President of Scully Company, AAGP Past President & NAA Region 1 VP
Miki Wilson, CPM, Regional VP, Home Properties & Maryland MHA Past President
Grace Huebscher, President & CEO, Beech Street Capital
Registration is open at www.aagp.com or use the flyer. See you there!
Friendships old and new…
Happy New Year to all!
We sincerely hope everyone’s New Year is filled with peace, prosperity and rewarding friendships. This is the perfect time to re-connect and create new connections-especially with your professional Association. Our Government Affairs program needs you to spread the word!
In December AAGP members stepped up to fight Philadelphia’s Lead Paint Disclosure Bill and won vital concessions from City Council. We partnered with other real estate groups and made a powerful impression. The amendments we secured will benefit every rental owner in the City. It is one of the best examples of what can happen when professionals work together through their trade association.
In your travels you probably meet fellow rental owners who are not yet a part of AAGP. Let’s make sure they learn about the extraordinary work you have done on their behalf- the concessions we won in Philadelphia will save everyone thousands of dollars.
Let them know there is more to be done, not only in Philadelphia but throughout the region and Commonwealth.
We know lawmakers prefer hearing from the best and brightest in a given field, and will listen to those who think enough about their industry to be a part of their professional association. We keep our members abreast of legislative activity that will affect them, and call upon their expertise to help shape our lobbying policies and strategies. We are known in Pennsylvania as the strong collective voice of the apartment industry, where responsible rental owners who actually know what it takes to professionally manage properties and keep them afloat join forces.
In the coming year we will surely face challenges from legislators throughout the Commonwealth. We are looking forward to working together as the strongest voice in our multifamily industry -with friendships old and new.
Trade Show Booths 70% SOLD
The largest event of the year presented by the Apartment Association of Greater Philadelphia! This event provides an opportunity for vendors to display their products and services to the Philadelphia area’s multi-family housing decision makers and on-site personnel.
Join us at Lincoln Financial Field on March 28, 10am-4pm.
Booths are selling FAST!! Reserve your booth TODAY…visit www.aagp.com for Exhibitor Information.
Happy 2012 to All!
AAGP wishes a Happy New Year to all of our members, friends and supporters. Visit AAGP’s Calendar of Events at www.aagp.com for all of our meetings, events and classes. Let’s make it a great 2012.
That Guy, The Drunk & Casanova
Sharing a timely & amusing blog post by AAGP Associate member Ellen Thompson of 4 Walls, LLC.
Avoiding PR Blunders
At a time when so many people are messing up in the area of public relations, I found this article to be worth reading:
It's OK to Mess Up But People Won't Forgive a Cover Up
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Equal Housing Opportunity