Program launched in 2020 aims to nurture more diverse junior CRE talent

American Landmark Apartments, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, is expanding its successful property management internship program into Arizona (Tempe) and Virginia (Richmond).

The year-long, paid internship program which American Landmark launched in 2020 at its residential apartment communities in Florida and Texas, has already “graduated” 33 interns, including eight who were offered full-time positions at the company.

The program has two main goals: introduce students of diverse backgrounds to potential high-earning career tracks in multifamily real estate, and provide a supportive environment for students entering the workforce at a time when remote work is reducing opportunities for formal and informal training or mentorship.

According to a 2022 Bloomberg/Harris Poll, over 50% of Gen Z workers view remote work as a hindrance to establishing connections and many are encountering half-empty offices and absent managers.

 “When the rest of the world was scaling back on in-person training for junior employees, we decided to lean-in and create a real on-ramp for students with an aptitude and interest in multifamily real estate,” said Dan Looft, Director of Talent Acquisition at American Landmark. “Many young people are simply unaware of all the potential career paths within corporate real estate and property management, which can be lucrative, fun and incredibly rewarding.”

Internships are currently available at American Landmark properties in Austin, Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Orlando, Tampa, Tempe, Orlando, Temple, Richmond and South Florida – see open positions here.

Interns will work approximately 30 hours a week at a specific property or set of properties, and get hands-on experience with property marketing, financial management, leasing/sales and operations, resident customer service, maintenance, and more.

Ashlyn Watts, an Assistant Manager at 4 Corners Apartments in Frisco, Texas, who was among the 2020 cohort of interns, said the internship helped “jumpstart” her career. “I’m grateful to the leadership team at 4 Corners for giving me the proper tools, resources and guidance…I’ve felt prepared to take on the responsibilities and tasks in my current role because of the ongoing training and mentorship I’ve received.”

McNinch will oversee revenue management for the entire American Landmark portfolio 

American Landmark, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, has promoted Hale McNinch to the role of Chief Revenue Officer. In this role, McNinch will work out of the Tampa office and oversee revenue management for the entire American Landmark portfolio. 

“This promotion to a C-suite role is well-deserved,” said Joe Lubeck, CEO of American Landmark. “McNinch has demonstrated tremendous skill at building relationships with multiple teams across the enterprise and driving revenue growth in complex and often unpredictable economic times as our company grows and evolves.”  

McNinch joined American Landmark in 2019 as Executive Vice President of Revenue Management. With over 20 years of experience in the multifamily industry, McNinch previously worked as the Vice President of Revenue Management for Bell Partners and started his career at Archstone-Smith. A graduate of Presbyterian College in Business Administration, he has extensive experience in budgeting, sales and revenue management and serves as a Senior Executive Management Committee member. 

“It has been an honor working with American Landmark the past few years,” said McNinch. “I look forward to continuing to pave the way for American Landmark’s expansion.” 

ABOUT AMERICAN LANDMARK APARTMENTS  

American Landmark Apartments is one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the United States and ranks No. 35 on the National Multifamily Housing Council list of the top apartment owners in the country with approximately 34,000 apartment units in its portfolio and $7.5 billion gross property value under management. Based in Tampa, Florida, American Landmark specializes in the acquisition and management of value-added multifamily properties located in high-growth markets throughout the Sunbelt, including Arizona, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee and Texas. American Landmark is committed to delivering great service and outstanding living environments to residents and delivering consistent, attractive risk-adjusted returns to investors and partners. For more information, please visit www.alapts.com.  

The Multifamily Owner-Operators Support Local Emerging Artists with Artist in Residence Program  

American Landmark, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, just took home the grand prize in the Community Service category at the 2022 Multifamily Executive award ceremony in Las Vegas.  

For over two decades, the program has recognized the industry's brightest people, best-in-class projects and inspiring programs across the nation. This year, with nearly 250 nominations, the jurors selected 13 grand winners and 21 merit winners, with American Landmark's Artist in Residence program taking home the grand prize for the community service category. To see the full list of winners for the 2022 Multifamily Executive Awards, click here.  

Now in its third year, the Artist in Residence program offers visual artists no-cost housing and studio space for up to one year. In return, the grant recipients provide communitywide, on-site art programs, classes, and workshops for residents. Initially started in Tampa, Fla, by Rachel Lubeck, who had the vision to create a partnership with a leading multifamily company to help enrich residents' lives and provide career opportunities for artists, the program quickly expanded to five other American Landmark properties throughout Florida, Texas and now South Carolina. 

"It is a great honor to be recognized for all the hard work my team and I have put in these past few years,” said Rachel Lubeck, Founder and Program Director of American Landmark’s Artist in Residence program. “Our goal has always been to keep growing the program and ultimately provide more housing for artists.” 

The program is truly a win-win for both artists, as they receive an innovative yet practical way to thrive both personally and professionally, and residents, as they have access to this unique amenity and get the opportunity to learn and gather with neighbors. 

For more information American Landmark’s Artist in Residence program, visit https://www.artistsalapts.com/ 

ABOUT AMERICAN LANDMARK APARTMENTS   

American Landmark Apartments is one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the United States and ranks No. 35 on the National Multifamily Housing Council list of the top apartment owners in the country with approximately 34,000 apartment units in its portfolio and $7.5 billion gross property value under management. Based in Tampa, Florida, American Landmark specializes in the acquisition and management of value-added multifamily properties located in high-growth markets throughout the Sunbelt, including Arizona, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee and Texas. American Landmark is committed to delivering great service and outstanding living environments to residents and delivering consistent, attractive risk-adjusted returns to investors and partners. For more information, please visit www.alapts.com.   

 The 286-unit community is the company’s second acquisition in Arizona this year

PHOENIX – American Landmark Apartments, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, announces it has acquired Cabana 99th, a brand new, 286-unit apartment community located in Glendale, Ariz., just outside the Phoenix metropolitan area. The property has been renamed “The Lotus.”

This marks the company’s second acquisition in Arizona this year, following The Access Apartments in July.

“Phoenix, Arizona is a top multifamily investment market due to its growing population and favorable demographics which are similar to the markets where American Landmark has longevity,” said Christine DeFilippis, Chief Investment Officer of American Landmark. “We are pleased to gain two new assets within a month in Phoenix and look forward to future investment in the area.” 

Built in 2022 and located at 10000 W Missouri Avenue, The Lotus offers studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 468 to 828 square feet. The apartments feature a dishwasher, full-size washer and dryer, large energy-efficient windows, stainless steel appliances, high nine-foot ceilings, wood-style vinyl plank flooring and workstation desks in select units. The brand-new community includes a wide range of amenities such as a swimming pool, blink EV charging stations, a hammock garden, keyless entry locks, monthly resident events, a business center, a multi-purpose lawn, an outdoor fitness space, secured bike storage and an outdoor barbeque area.

The property is situated in Westside, a neighborhood within Glendale, which was voted Arizona’s “Antique Capital” by Sunset magazine and USA Today. The community is near numerous parks and shopping destinations, including Glendale Heroes Regional Park, Grand Canal Linear Park and Arrowhead Towne Center Mall. Just a 25-minute drive down the road, residents can find downtown Phoenix and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

 The 286-unit community is the company’s second acquisition in Arizona this year

PHOENIX – American Landmark Apartments, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, announces it has acquired Cabana 99th, a brand new, 286-unit apartment community located in Glendale, Ariz., just outside the Phoenix metropolitan area. The property has been renamed “The Lotus.”

This marks the company’s second acquisition in Arizona this year, following The Access Apartments in July.

“Phoenix, Arizona is a top multifamily investment market due to its growing population and favorable demographics which are similar to the markets where American Landmark has longevity,” said Christine DeFilippis, Chief Investment Officer of American Landmark. “We are pleased to gain two new assets within a month in Phoenix and look forward to future investment in the area.” 

Built in 2022 and located at 10000 W Missouri Avenue, The Lotus offers studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 468 to 828 square feet. The apartments feature a dishwasher, full-size washer and dryer, large energy-efficient windows, stainless steel appliances, high nine-foot ceilings, wood-style vinyl plank flooring and workstation desks in select units. The brand-new community includes a wide range of amenities such as a swimming pool, blink EV charging stations, a hammock garden, keyless entry locks, monthly resident events, a business center, a multi-purpose lawn, an outdoor fitness space, secured bike storage and an outdoor barbeque area.

The property is situated in Westside, a neighborhood within Glendale, which was voted Arizona’s “Antique Capital” by Sunset magazine and USA Today. The community is near numerous parks and shopping destinations, including Glendale Heroes Regional Park, Grand Canal Linear Park and Arrowhead Towne Center Mall. Just a 25-minute drive down the road, residents can find downtown Phoenix and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The 408-unit Tempe Metro Apartments will be renamed “The Access”

PHOENIX (July 26, 2022) – American Landmark Apartments, one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the country, announces it has acquired Tempe Metro, a 408-unit apartment community located in Tempe, Ariz., within the Phoenix metropolitan area. The property has been renamed “The Access.” 

This marks the company’s expansion into the Arizona multifamily market. 

“Phoenix is one of the most dynamic, and fastest-growing cities in the country, ranking just behind Miami as the most popular migration destination in the U.S.,” said Christine DeFilippis, Chief Investment Officer of American Landmark. “With a diversified economy offering jobs in high tech, finance, hospitality/service, and education, Phoenix will continue to experience above-average job growth, and demand for high-quality apartments is likely to remain for the long-term.”   

Built in 2010 and located at 1811 E. Apache Boulevard, The Access offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plans ranging from 485 to 1,328 square feet. The apartments feature nine- to seventeen-foot ceilings, private balconies with city views, gated underground parking, a double stainless-steel sink, dishwasher, full-size washer and dryer and walk-in closets. This pet-friendly community includes a wide range of amenities such as resort-style swimming pools with a sundeck, a clubhouse with a social lounge and work areas, an outdoor spa, 24/7 fitness center and spin room, outdoor kitchen and grilling stations, a rooftop basketball court and safety features like a controlled-access gate and onsite courtesy patrol. 

The property is situated off State Route 101, just a 10-minute drive to Arizona State University, the city’s largest employer and cultural hub for art and history exhibitions, concerts and other events that draw students and non-students alike. 

About American Landmark 

American Landmark Apartments is one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the United States and ranks No. 33 on the National Multifamily Housing Council list of the top apartment owners in the country with approximately 34,000 apartment units in its portfolio. Based in Tampa, Florida, American Landmark specializes in the acquisition and management of value-added multifamily properties located in high-growth markets throughout the Sunbelt, including Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. American Landmark is committed to delivering great service and outstanding living environments to residents and delivering consistent, attractive risk-adjusted returns to investors and partners. For more information, please visit www.alapts.com.