The National Apartment Association’s 20 on the Rise Program
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In 2019, the National Apartment Association (NAA) launched the 20 in their Twenties Program, which was founded as a way for NAA to engage with emerging leaders in the property management industry. Duy Vu of The Associated Management Company was a member of the inaugural class.
Stefani Hurst of the NAA and Duy Vu join the podcast to discuss the recently rebranded program, now known as 20 on the Rise. While the project is still comprised of 20 individuals from various aspects of the multifamily industry, it has become more inclusive for people of all ages. This shift makes it possible for those entering the rental housing industry at all stages of life, with 10 years or less experience, to be eligible.
Stefani and Duy further discuss how being involved in this program—as well as various local, state, and national apartment associations—can add value to your career. Benefits include networking opportunities, career development and growth, leveraging resources, free registration to Apartmentalize, recognition through awards programs, and support from colleagues—just to name a few. Stefani also outlines the parameters, qualifications, and how to apply to the 20 on the Rise Program.
Stefani Hurst of the NAA and Duy Vu join the podcast to discuss the recently rebranded program, now known as 20 on the Rise. While the project is still comprised of 20 individuals from various aspects of the multifamily industry, it has become more inclusive for people of all ages. This shift makes it possible for those entering the rental housing industry at all stages of life, with 10 years or less experience, to be eligible.
Stefani and Duy further discuss how being involved in this program—as well as various local, state, and national apartment associations—can add value to your career. Benefits include networking opportunities, career development and growth, leveraging resources, free registration to Apartmentalize, recognition through awards programs, and support from colleagues—just to name a few. Stefani also outlines the parameters, qualifications, and how to apply to the 20 on the Rise Program.
About Our Guest
Duy Vu is the Director of Marketing at The Associated Management Company. He started in the industry in 2011 after graduating from college; became a leasing consultant and moved up to his current role. He then got involved in the local associations, then state and finally national (NAA).
Stefani Hurst is the Manager, Member Programs for NAA – she has been with NAA over 10 years and is now on the member program side, specializing in recognition-based programs and the 20 on the Rise program. She is also the NextGen Committee liaison.
