Multifamily Excellence

Renee Zahn | Managing Director of Real Estate | Greystar

How do you lead 51,000+ units and still make time to ask questions, stay curious, and mentor the next generation of leaders? In this episode of Multifamily Excellence, Renee Zahn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-zahn-cpm-cam-nalp-arm-925a0048/], Managing Director at Greystar [https://greystar.com/], joins host Tony Sousa [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonysousa/] to explore how intentional leadership, open communication, and local focus help drive lasting results. Here’s what you’ll learn:  ➡️ Why asking questions can be more powerful than giving answers  ➡️ How to stay grounded even as your portfolio grows  ➡️ What it means to lead people — not just properties If you’re looking for leadership that’s both human and high-performing, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Dave Marcinkowski | Founding Partner | Madera Residential

How do values shape long-term success in real estate? In this episode of Multifamily Excellence, Dave Marcinkowski [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davemarcinkowski/], founding partner of Madera Residential [https://maderaresidential.com/], joins host Jonathan Treble [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-treble/] to discuss: * How mentorship and relationships shaped his career path. * The risks of transitioning to property ownership, including lessons from the 2008 crisis. * Why constant and never-ending improvement (CANEI) is the core of his business strategy. Dave shares his insider knowledge on real estate, leadership and building a strong company culture. Listen now to gain valuable insights from his journey.

Eric Broughton | Chief Executive Officer | OK2Charge

What’s next for multifamily technology? In this episode of Multifamily Excellence, Eric Broughton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbroughton/], CEO of OK2Charge [https://www.ok2charge.com/electric-vehicle-charging-software], joins host Jonathan Treble [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-treble/] to discuss: * The future of EV charging in multifamily * Lessons from RealPage & Expedia acquisitions * How to build and scale successful proptech companies Eric’s career has spanned multiple industries, from steel mills to Silicon Valley. In this conversation, he shares insider insights on what’s coming next in real estate technology. Hit play now to stay ahead of the trends.

David Diestel | Chief Executive Officer | FirstService Residential

What does it take to lead 18,000 associates across 9,000 communities? For David Diestel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-diestel-26b215/], CEO of FirstService Residential [https://www.linkedin.com/company/firstservice-residential/], the answer lies in trust, culture and a people-first approach to leadership. In this episode of Multifamily Excellence, David joins host Jonathan Treble [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-treble/] to share his incredible career journey—from chemical engineering to uniting 24 brands under the FirstService name.  David reveals how daily rituals like “First Call” huddles and programs like “Be the Difference” have shaped a vibrant, people-first culture across thousands of communities. Here’s what you’ll discover: ➡️ How trust and teamwork drive sustainable growth. ➡️ The power of consistent daily habits to unify teams. ➡️ Why investing in personal growth creates healthier, high-performing leaders. Whether you’re leading a small team or a sprawling organization, this episode offers actionable insights to help you lead with clarity, purpose and impact. Hit play now to learn from one of the most inspiring leaders in property management.

Cara Athmann | Chief Operations Officer | Cardinal Group

In this episode of Multifamily Excellence, Jonathan Treble [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-treble/] sits down with Cara Athmann [https://www.linkedin.com/in/caraathmann/], COO of Cardinal Group Companies [https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardinal-group-companies/], to reveal how AI and culture come together to redefine success in multifamily.  Renowned for her expertise in tech-powered transformation, Cara takes us inside Cardinal’s groundbreaking approach. Here, AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a catalyst that frees teams from administrative overload and empowers them to create authentic, human-centered resident experiences. Cara’s philosophy is simple, yet profound: invest in your people first, and in turn, they’ll invest in your residents. At Cardinal, AI-driven solutions make that possible, transforming operational headaches into seamless, meaningful interactions. Cara’s insights offer actionable takeaways on how technology and culture can align to drive real impact in multifamily. Ready to rethink leadership in multifamily? Tune in to explore this unique intersection of people-first leadership and AI innovation.