We are having a moment with technology right now, and it is hard not to be impressed. AI can draft a message in seconds, pull together performance data before your coffee gets cold, and help teams move faster than most of us thought possible even a few years ago. It feels a little like a new... Continue Reading
Someone once said that success is 80% just showing up. It is a profound truth, but what does it actually mean in today’s hyper-connected world? There are many ways to show up, but the most powerful remains in person. Too often, we receive a question and reflexively fire back an email. What... Continue Reading
From the NFL field to the America’s Got Talent stage, Jon Dorenbos has built a career rooted in precision, perseverance, and purpose. A super bowl champion long snapper turned world class magician and motivational speaker, Jon’s story is one of overcoming adversity, embracing change,... Continue Reading
Welcome to an inside look at the greatest show (very few of us knew we signed up for), but all of us keep running. If you’ve worked in multifamily long enough, you know this isn’t just a job. Some days, it’s a full blown circus. Not the disorganized, chaotic kind (well,... Continue Reading
For most of my career, I tried to lead the way I thought I was supposed to. I borrowed language from leaders I admired. I adopted styles that worked for people smarter, louder, or more polished than me. I followed playbooks that promised results if I could just execute them well enough. And for a... Continue Reading
On the cover and back cover of this month’s issue of Trends, I wanted to shine a light on the incredible AAMD staff members I’ve had the privilege to work alongside for the past 26 years. The photos featured are only a small sampling, but they capture the spirit of the many... Continue Reading
Rental housing is front and center during this legislative session where Colorado lawmakers are considering more than 30 housing-related bills, most of which specifically target rental housing. Over-zealous regulation has become increasingly common in our state in recent years, but Continue Reading
August 18, 2025 – It is no secret that families across Colorado are struggling to pay rent. While anti-growth policies have continued to drive up the costs of all housing across the state, our elected leaders have desperately tried to pursue new policies to keep people in their homes. Continue Reading
For years, I didn’t know there was a name for what I was feeling. The constant questioning of whether I belonged, am I doing enough, the quiet fear of being “found out,”as though at any moment, someone would pull back the curtain and realize I wasn’t as capable or... Continue Reading
The multifamily housing industry is built on a foundation of leadership, collaboration, and commitment—values that continue to define its strength and direction. As we stand at a pivotal point of transition and opportunity, the road ahead calls us to elevate our purpose, reinforce our... Continue Reading
The Apartment Association of Metro Denver (AAMD) proudly celebrated the outstanding contributions of its members at the June Awards Ceremony. The evening honored individuals who exemplify the values of service, leadership, education, advocacy, and community engagement. Below is a recap of our... Continue Reading
