Jacob Bennett, CAM
General Manager
Bozzuto
Member of the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association
Jacob Bennett is an award-winning multifamily leader with Bozzuto and a Certified Apartment Manager (CAM), specializing in complex lease-ups and community takeovers across high-growth markets. He has led large-scale high-rise developments while consistently driving occupancy, retention, and elevated resident experiences through a people-first leadership approach. Deeply committed to inclusive leadership and industry engagement, Jacob received Bozzuto’s RISE for Social Impact Award and actively supports professional development and community connection. Recognized by the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association as the 2025 Manager of the Year- Lease Up, he continues to advance excellence in multifamily management and leadership.
Cartel Buxton
Marketing Coordinator
Fort Family Investments/Perimeter Realty Inc.
Member of the First Coast Apartment Association
During my time in the industry, I have cultivated a deep passion for marketing that drives my professional journey. Starting on site, I’ve had the privilege of working directly with residents, which has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of providing great customer service and wants and needs from residents. Currently, I serve as Marketing Coordinator, managing all aspects of branding, reputation management, resident experience, and digital marketing for our portfolio of 10 award-winning communities. I firmly believe that effective marketing can transform a property into a community and I am committed to creating experiences that resonate with our residents.
Tori Cammon
Director of Customer Success
Nuveldy’s
Member of the Greater Nashville Apartment Association
Tori Cammon is the Director of Customer Success at Nuveldy’s, where she leads client experience and operational strategy to drive efficient unit turn execution across the multifamily industry. She began her career as a leasing agent and quickly advanced into operations, managing a portfolio of 11 properties before transitioning into staffing, where she led staffing solutions supporting multifamily communities. This experience positioned her well for her current role. Known for her relationship-first approach, Tori builds high-impact partnerships, creates access, and delivers solutions that drive results. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Nashville Apartment Association and was named GNAA’s 2025 Supplier Professional of the Year.
Sarah Clifford
Director of Operations and Regional Success
Gallery Residential
Member of the First Coast Apartment Association
Sarah Clifford has been a dedicated multifamily professional since 2017, beginning her career as a Leasing Professional and quickly advancing into leadership. She currently serves as Director of Operations and Regional Success with Gallery Residential. She is passionate about mentoring and developing others. Throughout her career, she has led challenging properties and complex initiatives, consistently delivering strong operational results. Her experience spans multiple asset types and operational functions, with strong focus on implementing best practices and streamlining processes. Recognized for her industry expertise and strategic approach, she is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and supporting teams in achieving sustainable success.
Chance Gray
Corporate Account Manager
LSR Multifamily
Member of the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas
A former walk-on in college and high school football coach, Chance has been trained in the context of team pursuit and brings this passion to multifamily. Leveraging a background in team sports and his formal studies in accounting and finance, he brings a unique perspective to the multifamily industry as both a supplier partner and an independent rental owner. From taking care of his partners in Texas to his involvement in the local apartment association, he strives to be a trustworthy member of each team he works with.
Brittany Hardmon
Manager of Client Onboarding
Loebsack & Brownlee PLLC
Member of the Upper State Apartment Association
Brittany is the Manager of Client Onboarding for Loebsack & Brownlee, with 9 years of experience on the owner/operator and supplier sides of the industry. Holding key roles, she developed a passion for mentoring, empowering clients, and developing teams. Brittany has earned industry honors, including Entryway SC’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year, USAA 2020 Supplier and 2020 & 2021 Volunteer of the Year. An active member of multiple local and state apartment associations, Brittany serves as the 2026 USAA Board Secretary, Suppliers Council Chair, and on committees. She is also NAAEI Faculty and a proud 2025 NAA Leadership Lyceum graduate.
Kaitlyn Klaiber
Centralized Community Manager
Madison Communities
Member of the Charleston Apartment Association
Kaitlyn Klaiber began her property management career in 2021 as a Leasing Professional while earning her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from SUNY Oswego. Her leadership and performance have earned her consecutive promotions, and she is now a Centralized Community Manager with Madison Communities in Charleston, SC, overseeing multiple assets. In this role, she combines strategy and creativity to optimize property performance and elevate the resident experience. She serves on the Madison Mentors Committee, is a Charleston Apartment Association LEAD Graduate, and in 2025 won Diamond Awards for Assistant Manager of the Year and Property of the Year.
Beth Levine
Management Executive
Judwin Properties
Member of the Houston Apartment Association
Beth Levine is a Management Executive at Judwin Properties, where she oversees operational compliance, portfolio-wide pricing strategies, and policy development for a 2,500-unit multifamily portfolio. She is a third-generation family member at Judwin Properties, bringing deep institutional knowledge alongside a forward-looking, data-driven approach to operational efficiency and team support. Beth is an active leader within the Houston Apartment Association, currently serving on its Board of Directors as an Advisory Member and on multiple committees. She holds her JD from Nebraska Law and is currently pursuing her MBA at Rice University, with an expected graduation in 2026.
Stephanie Linton
Director Of Marketing
Princeton Management
Member of the Property Management Association of Mid-Michigan
Stephanie Linton is the Director of Marketing at Princeton Management, leading marketing for over 150 communities across 13 states. She is a proud 2022 Lyceum Graduate of both the National Apartment Association (NAA) and the Property Management Association of Michigan (PMAM) and a DLP graduate (2025). Stephanie serves on the Board of the Property Management Association of Mid Michigan and actively participates in PMAM, DMAA, IAA, NDAA, and NAA committees, advancing their missions and supporting membership. Recognized for her skills and dedication, she has earned prestigious industry awards and was named NAA’s 2025 Emerging Leader of the Year.
Valeria Miller, CAM
Senior Community Manager
Greystar
Member of the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association
Valeria is a Senior Community Manager with Greystar, bringing five years of experience in the multi-family housing industry. Known for her passion for people and ability to inspire high-performing teams, she drives measurable success while prioritizing exceptional client and resident satisfaction. A CAM-certified professional, Valeria has been recognized as a WMFHA 2025 Finalist for Community Manager of the Year (301+ Units) and participated in WMFHA's Emerging Leaders class of 2025. She is also the recipient of the 2025 Greystar Rising Star award, underscoring her commitment to excellence and influential leadership.
Jenna Procaccino
Property Manager
Hillwood Properties
Member of the Fort Worth Apartment Association
Jenna Procaccino, CAM, is a Property Manager with Hillwood Properties and an active leader within the Fort Worth Apartment Association. Since joining Hillwood in 2021, she has advanced quickly through the ranks by demonstrating operational excellence, integrity, and a strong commitment to residents and her teams. Jenna has supported multiple communities in a floating leadership role and played a key part in resident relations and operations during a critical ownership transition at a 550-unit property. Known for her professionalism and calm under pressure, she leads with empathy, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Shelene Romane
Director of Brand & People Excellence
Mark-Taylor Residential
Member of the Arizona Multihousing Association
Shelene is a dynamic multifamily leader recognized for building high-performing teams, elevating brand standards, and driving operational excellence. Leveraging her hospitality background, she leads through influence, vision, and disciplined execution. Since entering the industry with Mark-Taylor, Shelene has developed comprehensive SOPs, launched quality assurance initiatives, expanded structured training programs, and strengthened company-wide brand identity. Passionate about people development, she fosters deep team engagement, prioritizes continuous learning, and creates clear pathways for growth. Through strategic thinking and hands-on leadership, she has scaled her team, strengthened cross-functional partnerships, and positioned the organization for sustainable growth and meaningful community impact.
Jonathan Sanchez, CAM, CAMT, CAPS
Regional Manager
ResProp Management
Member of the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas
Jon is an award-winning multifamily leader, regional manager, and industry speaker recognized for his passion for education, leadership development, and operational excellence. In 2025 alone, he was named a NAA Emerging Leader of the year finalist, received TAA’s Barbara McManus Property Manager of the Year Award, and led his community to Apartment Association of Greater Dallas (AAGD) Property of the Year honors. Jon serves as Vice Chair of the AAGD Education Committee and contributes nationally through NAA/NAAEI committees. He holds CAPS, CAM, and CAMT designations and is a graduate of the NAA and AAGD Leadership Lyceum programs as well as NAA DLP.
Daniel Silva
Community Manager
The Breeden Company
Member of the Virginia Apartment Management Association
Daniel Silva serves as Community Manager at The Breeden Company, where he oversees operations and resident engagement at Ascend at Hilltop, a Breeden Enriched Lifestyle Community in Virginia Beach. In this role, Daniel is responsible for cultivating a vibrant, service‑focused living environment while ensuring day‑to‑day community operations run smoothly. He is dedicated to fostering meaningful connections among residents and delivering an elevated residential experience that reflects Breeden’s commitment to quality and care. Daniel brings a resident‑first mindset to community leadership, emphasizing hospitality, responsiveness, and a strong sense of belonging.
Rocio Simon-Reilly
Management Coordinator
Greystar
Member of the Massachusetts Apartment Association
Rocío is a multifamily professional and Management Coordinator at Greystar known for strengthening operational processes, supporting leadership teams, and driving regional philanthropic initiatives. She has been recognized for going above and beyond in supporting internal teams and enhancing organizational effectiveness. A member of NAA Diversity Leadership Program Class of 2024 and Capstone Project Winner, Rocío is committed to advancing workforce diversity in the multifamily housing industry. She serves as Co-Chair of MAA Emerging Professionals Committee and contributes to the GREB DE&I Committee, advocating for collaboration and industry progress while helping to create a more inclusive future for multifamily housing.
Madison Stehman
Leasing Professional Trainer
Boyd Wilson LLC
Member of the Pennsylvania Apartment Association
Madison Stehman is the corporate leasing professional trainer for the award-winning property management organization, Boyd Wilson LLC. With nearly five years of experience Madison excels in educating and fostering growth for the newest industry members. Madison quickly understood the social and technical skills required to succeed in the industry. Early on, she recognized a company need and worked to establish a permanent corporate training role, developing a company-wide leasing manual, performance tracking tools, and a streamlined onboarding process that prepares team members for career success. Madison holds her CALP credentials from NAAEI along with her PA Real Estate License.
Heather Tabor
Managing Attorney
Brownlee, Whitlow, and Praet, PLLC
Member of the Triangle Apartment Association
Heather Tabor is a North Carolina based attorney serving as a Managing Attorney at Brownlee, Whitlow & Praet, PLLC, where she leads a team serving the multifamily housing industry. With a background in property management, she brings practical, solutions-oriented guidance to complex multifamily matters. Heather is committed to empowering clients through education, risk prevention, and responsive advocacy. She actively contributes to industry dialogue through apartment association engagement and education. Known for fostering collaboration, mentorship, and a service-driven culture, Heather makes a meaningful impact by strengthening both her team and the housing professionals she serves.
Allen Vaughn
Owner
Colony Creek Apartments LLC
Member of the Austin Apartment Association
A retired service-disabled veteran, Allen is a seasoned entrepreneur with 35+ years of leadership in national security, consulting, and real estate. He founded Applied Fundamentals Consulting with just $11,896, growing it to $18.5M in annual revenue within three years. Since 2023, Allen has been a multifamily Independent Rental Owner in the Austin area, owning and self-managing Colony Creek Apartments. He holds multiple industry certifications and has been recognized as the Austin Apartment Association’s 2024 IROP and Community of the Year winner, and the 2025 Texas IROP of the Year winner and NAA IROP of the Year Finalist.
Timothy Weber
Strategic Partnerships Manager
Hy.ly AI
Member of the Bay Area Apartment Association
Tim is a U.S. Air Force combat veteran whose leadership is rooted in authenticity, trust, and service. He’s established himself as a multifamily customer experience and partnerships leader, working closely with proptech suppliers to deliver transparency and strategy to operators. Known as a culture-builder, Tim leads with a mission mindset, a warm heart, and an extreme sense of ownership that fosters strong relationships. Beyond multifamily, he co-leads a Tampa nonprofit focused on ethically reducing the feral cat population, rescuing over 1,000 cats and generating more than $400,000 in community savings. His proudest accomplishment is his five years of sobriety.