In this episode, we sit down with Darren Williams, President of Portico Property Management, for a deeply honest conversation on leadership, resilience, and why multifamily must become a true customer service business.

From growing up in a town of less than 500 people in Jerome, Arizona, to leading one of the most people-centric companies in the industry, Darren shares the experiences that shaped his leadership philosophy — early loss, immigrant roots, and a relentless commitment to getting better every day.

This episode goes beyond property management. It’s about grit, vulnerability, building teams, and why great leadership isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being real.If you care about building better companies, leading with authenticity, and creating exceptional resident experiences, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Humans of Multifamily is presented by Zuma, the AI assistant for your full-resident lifecycle. Visit getzuma.com and follow Shiv Gettu on LinkedIn.