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Well, team, here we are, rolling into another October! What a year it has been so far, and sadly for me, it’s almost over. However, the great thing about this October is that AATC’s landmark events, the Trade Show and Education Conference, take place. I know what you’re... Continue Reading

As we start the last quarter of the year, we begin our planning for 2024. Our successes in 2023 thus far have been great. We have seen record numbers in PAC contributions, event attendance, and membership numbers. Our new offices now house great educational classrooms that are seeing good numbers... Continue Reading

AATC members possess talents, skills, experiences, education, and relationships that benefit our organization. AATC members give their time, talents, and treasure to advocate, educate, communicate, and provide networking opportunities that ensure our association thrives. These same... Continue Reading

Education Conference GAME ON! AATC's annual Education Conference is back! This year, we have redesigned the conference with AATC members in mind. We invite you to join us at the Fort Worth Convention Center on October 19th to get your GAME ON! Get Ready to Bring Your A-GAME – the... Continue Reading

GET TO KNOW YOUR ASSOCIATION STAFF: PART 1 Ed Blinn: Director of Communications – 17 years with AATC! Ed’s primary role within our association is to handle all mass communications to all our members. He handles all the social media accounts and promotions, controls the website and... Continue Reading

It’s hard to believe we are in the 4th quarter of 2023. It seems like yesterday we held our first education committee meeting with over 60+ members volunteering their time to help guide AATC’s education curriculum. In addition to the education committee, we have a dedicated group... Continue Reading

Last month, Pillow Talk looked at personal investment in advocacy: participating in AATC PAC events (golf tournaments and Pickle Ball), Business Exchange (NAA PAC), and donating to AATC PAC, TAA PAC, and NAA PAC. This month, we continue the personal aspect of advocacy by exploring hosting a... Continue Reading

The expression “Help Me, Help You” has come up in business and personal conversations more and more often in the last few years. Ever since being quarantined through the recent pandemic, I have noticed that more people are starting inventive businesses and are willing to help society... Continue Reading

Job Well Done! It’s hard to believe we are in our last few weeks of summer. It has undoubtedly been a hot one, which means you were faced with many challenges. Either as an owner/operator, management company, or supplier, these last several weeks have put a significant strain on our... Continue Reading

New Supply Pressure Set to Continue Last year through July, new units delivered across Greater Fort Worth had nearly doubled net absorbed units. Unfortunately, during the same period this year, deliveries have ramped up considerably as net absorption has cooled even further. With apartment... Continue Reading

We all know someone who is a true maintenance hero. That one person you call on for any urgent need. They are doing something extraordinary that most people wouldn’t think of. They are finding ways to save costs or increase revenue for the community. The one person who is constantly... Continue Reading

AATC PAC Event Volunteers and Sponsors: Tony Sims, Century HVAC, Spring Golf Title Sponsor; Lani Grant, Zumper, AATC Golf Committee Chair; Chris Jimenez, ReNew Renovation, AATC PAC Event Chair; and Rani Clark, Texas Southwest Floors, AATC Pickleball Title Sponsor. AATC is led by members and... Continue Reading