WILL YOU DANCE WITH ME?” I owe this metaphor, dance with me, to the University of Michigan’s Robert Sellers, their chief diversity officer. So, let’s break down this metaphor. It begins as DIVERSITY in that every single person is invited to the dance—everyone, then... Continue Reading
This year’s AATC Lone Star Awards Leadership Celebration was quite an adventure! We saw safari hats, animal print, and hiking boots; we even had a herd of dinosaurs in attendance. AATC’s Lone Star event is a two-in-one celebration, we begin the evening by reviewing the past... Continue Reading
In 2021, we examined Advocacy by the Numbers. This year, we take an in-depth look at advocacy basics. Last month, we explored the three P’s: people, politics, and policies. If the right people make the right policies, then the politics will align. If politics comes before people or... Continue Reading
Texans like to make fun of our crazy weather. You have heard the jokes and one-liners: 1) if you do not like the weather in Texas, wait a minute, it will change; 2) we have four distinct seasons in Texas, they all happen in one week and in no particular order; or 3) nice winter we’re having... Continue Reading
It’s All About the People I am humbled and honored to be your 2022 AATC President. It became clear to me last Friday during our Lone Star Awards Leadership Celebration (every time the crowd got excited!) that this association is more than just networking events, educational programs, or... Continue Reading
Patty Utley, AATC President A New Horizon I want to welcome everyone to 2022 personally! Each year, AATC is busy planning all the upcoming events, education courses, and committee meetings. It is an arduous process that is difficult to imagine until you see it first-hand.... Continue Reading
Greater Fort Worth Submarket Spotlight It has been a historic year for the multifamily industry, and Greater Fort Worth has certainly been no exception. An average occupancy increase of more than 3% through November combined with an average effective rent gain of more than 15% resulted in a net... Continue Reading
Education had an incredible year in 2021! Nearly 1,000+ students benefited from AATC education programs in 2021. The Education Committee with Sarah Turner as the 2021 Chair planned and executed over 47+ programs which included Basic Pool Operator, Certified Pool Operator, EPA 608... Continue Reading
Gone The past two years have been a challenge for all of us. My hope is that in 2022 we get back to business as usual. But I did manage to learn a few things during the pandemic, SnowVid, and the Great Resignation. First, our industry is blessed with incredible professionals both onsite and... Continue Reading
AATC PSC Advisory Sets 2022 Schedule For as long as there have been property owners and managers, there have been vendors and suppliers. It could be argued that one could not exist without the other. It’s a very symbiotic relationship, and one that proves that regardless of your AATC... Continue Reading
Bigger, Stronger, Better, Together – 2021 Year in Review Our AATC family overcame unprecedented challenges in 2021 and emerged bigger, stronger, better, and, most importantly, together. Last year brought unexpected volunteer and staff leadership changes; the AATC office sale; financial... Continue Reading
LSA Presenting Sponsor Kristen Vick, Stowe's and Nicole McQuarry, American Landmark 18 Award Categories. 402 Nominations Submitted. 135 Finalists. 54 Category Judges. 130 Hours of Judging. 18 Winners. We thought we had seen it all in 2020, and then life handed us 2021. A pandemic, eviction... Continue Reading
