Announcing Two New Advisory Board Members
Brenda Gammie
Executive Vice President, Avanti Residential
Brenda Gammie
Executive Vice President, Avanti ResidentialBrenda Gammie, with 22 years of multifamily experience, previously served as a VP at Pinnacle Management, overseeing 8,000 units and driving operations, business development, and client relations across diverse property types. Her successful track record includes roles at MG Properties, BRE Properties, and JPI, showcasing her expertise in various markets. Outside of her professional life, Brenda is an avid athlete, having completed Ironman triathlons and marathons, while actively supporting animal rescue. In 2023, she was recognized as Arizona Executive of the Year by the Arizona Multihousing Association.
Jaclyn Hosking
Director of Acquisition Marketing, Bozzuto
Jaclyn Hosking
Director of Acquisition Marketing, BozzutoAs the Director of Acquisition Marketing at Bozzuto, Jacyln Hosking she defines and implements innovative and highly effective lead-generation strategies across the organization's portfolio. She has over 10 years of multifamily property management experience, in both an operational and strategic marketing capacity. She has experience developing high-end brands, interpreting marketing analytics, and crafting marketing strategies across various regions for diverse asset types, including market-rate conventional communities, affordable housing communities, mixed-use residential developments, and co-living communities.
Returning Advisory Board Members
Delany Duke
Director of Digital Services at Landmark Properties
Delany Duke
Director of Digital Services at Landmark PropertiesDelany Duke serves as the Director of Digital Services at Landmark Properties - overseeing the social media and online presence of 100+ properties across the US. Her team is an integral part of Landmark's corporate marketing department, keeping a pulse on the ever changing world of social media marketing and creating easy-to-learn tools and methods for leasing professionals to utilize social media to increase their leasing velocity while creating meaningful customer experiences. Delany began her career in student housing property management when she was a freshman at The University of Central Florida in 2014 - first as a part-time community ambassador and then as a full-time management position in new development marketing post-graduation. Throughout this time, Delany gained 5+ years of in-the-field leasing and marketing experience that allowed her to grow her knowledge of digital marketing and how proper implementation of social media strategy can positively influence your property’s brand exposure.
Ariel Baranauckas
Vice President of Marketing and Recruitment Carter-Haston
Ariel Baranauckas
Vice President of Marketing and Recruitment Carter-HastonAs Vice President of Marketing and Recruitment at Carter-Haston, Ariel Baranauckas oversees all aspects of property and corporate marketing and talent acquisition for a portfolio of over 60 communities and 18,000 units. Ariel brings 13 years of experience developing and executing data-driven marketing strategies that drive business growth, enhance brand reputation, and optimize online presence. Her expertise allows her to excel in marketing strategy, brand development, digital marketing and social media engagement, marketing analytics and ROI measurement, and recruitment and talent acquisition. With a focus on creating exceptional resident experiences, she is dedicated to developing innovative marketing strategies and community-building programs that foster a sense of connection and enhance resident satisfaction. She is passionate about leveraging data-driven insights and cutting-edge technologies to achieve measurable results and support the company's growth trajectory. This includes fostering a company culture that attracts and retains top talent in the multifamily industry.
Jessica Mancuso
Vice President of New Developments, Student at Asset Living
Jessica Mancuso
Vice President of New Developments, Student at Asset LivingJessica Mancuso is Vice President of New Developments | Student at Asset Living. She has spent the past 12 years within the Student and Multifamily sectors, managing New Development and Stabilized assets. She has held numerous positions with her longest tenure in the Regional Marketing Director/Regional Leasing & Training Director capacity overseeing a multimillion-dollar portfolio averaging 15 sites nationwide. Previously, Jessica has served as Director of New Development Marketing for Asset Living. She is responsible for overseeing the division's daily operational activities while leading the corporate regional team including their individual portfolios and assisting with business development client relations. Jessica is originally from Orange County, California where she studied Marketing in Los Angeles at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. She currently resides in Denver, Colorado with her family. Jessica has been a member of the UN Foundation (unfoundation.org) in the Denver Metro chapter for the past 5 years.
Michael Huereque
Marketing Multifamily Executive
Michael Huereque
Marketing Multifamily ExecutiveMichael Huereque has served as the Executive Director of Marketing at Coastal Ridge Real Estate, where he oversaw all corporate and property marketing strategies. He has led strategic initiatives designed to drive long-term growth and success. He has also been responsible for shaping and guiding a dynamic team of marketing professionals, ensuring the effective creation, implementation, and management of marketing activities across Coastal Ridge’s diverse portfolio. Prior to joining Coastal Ridge, Michael held the position of Head of Growth at SAMY Alliance and served as Executive Vice President at Agency FIFTY3, where he played a key role in scaling operations and advancing strategic marketing efforts.
Leslie Parker
Marketing Manager RedPeak
Leslie Parker
Marketing Manager RedPeakLeslie Parker joined the organization at the beginning of 2021 as the Marketing Manager. Her resume includes over 27 years of industry marketing experience at AIMCO, MAA and Laramar, supporting communities in more than ten states including new development lease-ups, small buildings, and conventional and affordable housing assets. No stranger to expansion and scale, Parker has a history managing large portfolios of over 60 properties and 18,000 units; and has received numerous awards and accolades in her career for marketing and cultural contributions.
Jaemi Carkin
Director of National Marketing Greystar
Jaemi Carkin
Director of National Marketing GreystarJaemi Carkin is director of national marketing for Greystar, with management oversight of select enterprise clients in the company’s client portfolios as well as the national reputation management program. Prior to her work in client marketing, she was responsible for property-level marketing, branding, and communications strategies. Active in the multifamily industry since 2001, Jaemi’s experience includes development and promotion of branding, reputation and social media, and digital strategies for numerous community lease ups and rebranding projects, including management of multimillion-dollar media budgets. Prior to joining Greystar following the company’s acquisition of Riverstone Residential Group, she served as manager of client and regional marketing for Riverstone, as well as marketing manager for AvalonBay Communities. Jaemi holds a bachelor’s degree from Franklin Pierce University.
Rob Gasteiger
Multifamily Multifamily Executive
Rob Gasteiger
Multifamily Multifamily ExecutiveRobert, formerly Vice President of Marketing for the property management group of D.R. Horton, the country’s largest homebuilder. A dynamic marketing leader, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. He has been responsible for developing the marketing vision, strategy, and execution for various multifamily companies. In addition, he is tasked with building a team of marketing professionals and creating a new brand identity that aligns with the value and reputation of their parent company. Prior to joining D.R. Horton, Robert oversaw marketing and communications for Steadfast Living, a multifamily REIT with more than 25,000 units across 13 states. During his tenure, he successfully built brand awareness and enhanced visibility for Steadfast Living's growing residential portfolio through the execution of robust marketing strategies. He also developed a comprehensive customer experience program aimed at improving both internal and external customer experiences, launched a new Steadfast Living brand that better connected with their audiences, and built a custom website optimized to improve user experiences, drive organic traffic and increase conversions. Robert holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Marketing, from California State University at Fullerton.
Carrie Polonsky
SVP, Talent Services, TI Communities
Carrie Polonsky
SVP, Talent Services, TI CommunitiesCarrie started her career in real estate sales in Chicago’s illustrious Gold Coast. After transitioning out of private real estate sales, she landed a career with Planned Property Management in Chicago, where she served in several operational roles largely focused on marketing and resident services. After relocating to Los Angeles, Carrie joined AIMCO as the Director of Sales and Marketing and Director of Sales Performance at AMC, where she was responsible for branding, advertising, reputation management, and educational design and delivery. She also lead the training department at Steadfast Management Company where she was regarded as an innovative force in the arena of training, instituting, and streamlining original training programs. She relocated to Dallas, TX in 2017, where she serves as VP, Talent Services at TI Communities. Carrie speakers at various multifamily housing and real estate events such as the IREM, Apartment Associations, and the NAA Education Conference. She also serves on the Education Committee for local apartment association, Advisory Board for Social Media Summit, and is a MultiFamilyPro Brainstorming facilitator. She resides in Keller, Texas with her two children and enjoys learning new things, a hearty laugh, and a nice glass of red wine.
Marcia Bollinger
Senior Vice President, Multifamily CoStar Group
Marcia Bollinger
Senior Vice President, Multifamily CoStar GroupMarcia Bollinger is Senior Vice President, Multifamily, at the CoStar Group. She leads a team of 350 dedicated field associates to deliver high quality prospects to lease an apartment home. Previously she was the President for the Apartment Finder for more than 10 years, pioneering methodologies for local lead generation, developing sales and service initiatives, and working to brand and market to clients and consumers. Marcia is proactive with sharing new technologies on digital media strategies for the multifamily industry. Marcia has been very active in the Multifamily industry for over 35 years serving on numerous apartment association committees to help with the betterment of the multifamily industry on a local, state and national level. She won the National Apartment Association’s 2003 NSC Paragon Award for her many contributions and strong commitment to the multifamily industry. Marcia was one of the first to earn her Certified Apartment Supplier designation and was the first recipient of the National Apartment Association NSC Victor Award in 1995 as well as many other recognition achievements through the years.
Sara Scarborough Graham
Founder + CEO six dots consulting
Sara Scarborough Graham
Founder + CEO six dots consultingWith 25+ years of experience in multifamily, Sara founded Six Dots Consulting to serve the industry as a growth consultant, fractional executive, and advisor. Known for her passion for driving innovation and enhancing the renter experience, she partners with growing operators and developers, PropTech companies, and VCs to connect the dots between marketing, technology, and operations. Sara is a frequent speaker and moderator at national industry conferences, and has also served on a number of advisory boards and committees during her career. Outside of the multifamily industry, she is an active member of Chief, and a Founding Member of the Bold Leaders Collective.
Virginia Love
Vice President, Industry Principal, Entrata
Virginia Love
Vice President, Industry Principal, EntrataVirginia Love began her multifamily career 34 years ago as a leasing consultant earning $5.72 an hour—and never looked back. She’s held key roles in training, marketing, and operations at top firms, spent 12 years as VP of Leasing & Marketing at Waterton, and now serves as Industry Principal at Entrata. A recognized leader, speaker, and Apartment All-Star, Virginia has been named a GlobeSt Woman of Influence twice, Connect CRE Woman in Real Estate, and 2025 Georgia Apartment Association Hall of Fame inductee.
Adam Japko
Founder & CEO Esteem Media
Adam Japko
Founder & CEO Esteem MediaLeading up to founding Esteem Media and its managing investor role in New England Home Magazine, LLC., Adam served as President of DigitalSherpa, a high growth SMB social media and internet discovery business offering content, social media, reputation management, local listings, lead generation, web business intelligence, and other internet marketing programs. The company served over 4,000 SMBs. These experiences, along with the success of his wine blog, WineZag, reaffirmed a deep belief that community engagement, quality content, and in-person networking are lethal tools for transforming brands and businesses in meaningful ways. Prior to DigitalSherpa, Adam lead the creation of the largest network of regional luxury shelter media properties for Network Communications, Inc (NCI). While President there, he acquired or launched all of the properties that now make up Esteem Media, Inc.’s portfolio. Earlier, Japko spent 14 years at PennWell Corporation, a privately held business-to-business information provider serving the global Technology, Energy, and Municipal Services markets as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Advanced Technology Division and member of the company’s board of directors. His background in the publishing, online, and event management industry also includes management positions at Media Networks, Inc. a 3M Company specializing in local networks of national magazines including Time, Newsweek, Sports Illustrated, and Business Week, Sunday Magazine Network, and various B2B media companies including BMT, Gralla, and Miller Freeman (United Newspapers). Adam continues as an active member of the wine industry’s social media landscape through his award winning blog; WineZag. In 1979 Japko received a BA in Journalism from New York University.