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A Welcomed Pause
A Welcomed Pause

Colorado's 2026 Legislative Session Delivered Greater Certainty For Rental Housing Providers, Offering Meaningful Progress After Years Of Sweeping Regulatory Change Some say that music is the silence between the notes. Not passing these disruptive laws represents a meaningful shift for... Continue Reading

Postedby Pete Muccio
Date posted08/1/2026


2026 Hall of Fame: Teo Nicolais
2026 Hall of Fame: Teo Nicolais

Real Estate Entrepreneur, Educator, and AAMD Advocate The first line of Teo Nicolais's professional bio says it plainly: "Teo Nicolais is a real estate entrepreneur who loves to teach." In an industry built on transactions, Teo built his career on something rarer: a genuine, sustained... Continue Reading

Postedby Peggy Panzer
Date posted08/1/2026


Where the Great Ones Are
Where the Great Ones Are

TEO NICOLAIS AND HIS WIFE Jennifer YEE The journey to the Hall of Fame is about more than achievement—it's about embracingchallenges, building relationships, and serving a greater purpose. Listening to Jennifer Nessett’s voicemail “about the AAMD Hall of Fame” earlier... Continue Reading

Postedby Teo Nicolais
Date posted08/1/2026


Preparing Your Community’s Pavement for Winter
Preparing Your Community’s Pavement for Winter

Now that we are in the back half of the year and the hot weather summer weather will begin to cool, it’s time to prepare for yet another Colorado winter when it comes to your community’s pavement. As we experienced last year, winter in our state is unpredictable and so it’s best... Continue Reading

Postedby Michael Lewis
Date posted08/1/2026


Meet Caleb and Desiree: 2026-2027 Chairs of I&D
Meet Caleb and Desiree: 2026-2027 Chairs of I&D

Meet Caleb and Desiree, the 2026–2027 Chairs of AAMD's Inclusion & Diversity Committee. Learn more about their backgrounds, their passion for mentorship, and their vision for the year ahead. Tell us a about your professional background and journey to this role. C: I began my career... Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Tennyson
Date posted07/7/2026


Leading with Traction: The INSPIRE Journey
Leading with Traction: The INSPIRE Journey

Like a horseshoe that provides strength, support, and stability, AAMD will empower members to grow, lead, and thrive as we navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead. Twenty-eight years ago, I entered this industry under circumstances I never could imagined. After my divorce, I was a... Continue Reading

Postedby Tamera Greene
Date posted07/3/2026


M.I.N.D Mentees Attend June Awards
M.I.N.D Mentees Attend June Awards

Attending the AAMD 2026 June Awards was a meaningful reminder of why I chose a career in the multifamily industry. When I first started in property management, I never imagined how much the industry would continue to evolve year after year. Looking back, it is exciting to see the innovation,... Continue Reading

Postedby Grace Talbert
Date posted06/29/2026


26th Annual Community Employment Day Career Fair
26th Annual Community Employment Day Career Fair

Felisha Austin and Gabe Sanchez, of Willow Bridge Property Company, proudly represented the AAMD at the 26th Annual Community Employment Day Career Fair, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a workforce that reflects and supports the diverse communities we serve. As Chair of the AAMD... Continue Reading

Postedby Felisha Austin
Date posted06/23/2026


2026 SESSION RECAP: 2026 Advocacy Efforts Save the Industry $1.2 Billion
2026 SESSION RECAP: 2026 Advocacy Efforts Save the Industry $1.2 Billion

The 2026 Legislative Session has now concluded. It has been a very successful session for rental housing providers (and indirectly for their residential customers). Our industry had successful outcomes on each of the bills on which we engaged. This included not only the enactment of statutory... Continue Reading

Postedby Drew Hamrick
Date posted06/5/2026


Looking Back, Leading Forward
Looking Back, Leading Forward

A reflection on a year of service, progress, and the strength of the AAMD community As my term as President comes to a close, I reflect with deep gratitude and immense pride. What stands out most is not a single speech, event, or challenge, but the collective strength of this association and... Continue Reading

Postedby Taylor Mueller
Date posted06/5/2026


Climbing the Ladder: A KPI-Driven Roadmap to Promotion
Climbing the Ladder: A KPI-Driven Roadmap to Promotion

In today’s multifamily environment, strong talent is in high demand, but promotions are not awarded based on potential alone. They are earned through results, reliability, and the ability to operate at the next level before the title is given. Soft Skills Required Before diving into... Continue Reading

Postedby Nicole Stemo
Date posted06/5/2026


M.I.N.D Mentees Gain Insight Through Legislative Discussion
M.I.N.D Mentees Gain Insight Through Legislative Discussion

Last month, the M.I.N.D. Program hosted its annual Legislative Panel, bringing together five legislators from Denver for an engaging and impactful discussion with the program’s mentors and mentees. The event provided participants with a unique opportunity to connect directly with their... Continue Reading

Postedby Liz Tennyson
Date posted06/1/2026