Place Making

Today we are talking to David Ward. Ward, is executive vice president of development of the publicly traded REIT, MAA. MAA has ownership in over 300 communities in 16 different states.

Mr. Ward joined MAA in December 2016 following the merger with Post Properties, Prior to joining Post in August 2004, he was Divisional President and Managing Partner for JPI Partners,

Mr. Ward is a member of the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) where he serves on the council's Board of Directors and Executive Committee.

As you will clearly see, David has a wealth of experience in the Multifamily sector and is key leader in the industry. We have gotten to know David over the past year, and what we admire most is his thoughtfulness about his role and how he thinks about his role in helping develop the Multifamily product of the future.

Links:

• Craftwork Hospitality Co.

This week we are talking with Brad Hargreaves, Brad is the founder and CEO of Common, the nation’s leading residential brand enhancing the value of real estate through convenience and community with over 50 coliving homes in nine markets across the country.

We have learned a lot from Brad in how he sees technology shaping, influencing and improving residential real estate. Common is the leading coliving brand, but as we’ll talk today Brad and his team at Common have an even larger vision for the residential market as a whole.

In our discussion with Brad, we’ll focus on how innovation and technology create better places for people to live. As you’ll see there is no better person to speak into this than Brad.

Links:

• Craftwork Hospitality Co.

Sue has been with Trammell Crow Residential since 2000. Based in Austin, she performs the Resident Experience role for the western United States. In her position, she is involved in the pre-development process, plan review, and interior design direction, determining overall property themes, and sourcing the latest technologies and amenities for inclusion in each deal. Prior to moving exclusively into a development role in 2016, Sue ran Asset Management for the western United States, where she was responsible for a portfolio valued up to $1.3 billion. Sue also oversaw the placement of equity from TCR’s acquisition fund with AEW and served as the Fort Hood housing Operations Director. Prior to joining TCR, Sue was Vice President of Acquisitions for CWS Apartment Homes, LLC, placing over $25 million of equity in two years and purchasing 10 multifamily properties in a variety of markets. Sue holds a B.S. degree in Business from Towson University.

As Managing Director of Resident Experience, Sue is responsible for the pre-development process, plan review, interior design direction, and sourcing the latest technologies and amenities for inclusion in each deal.

It is apparent for anyone who has worked with Sue that she has a passion for design and innovation in multifamily that leads to a better experience for residents.

Links:

• Hardball for Women: Winning at the Game of Business
• Craftwork Hospitality Co.

Laurie Baker is Executive Vice President of Operations for Camden Property Trust. Baker is responsible for the oversight and strategy of Camden's portfolio operations and investment funds. During her 20 plus years with Camden, Baker has held several positions including Senior Vice President of Fund & Asset Management, where she led the creation and management of Camden’s first investment funds. Baker served as the executive sponsor for Camden's technology initiative during the 2000’s which included $10 million in technology investments and the rollout of Camden's web-based property management software, revenue management, and several web-based solutions.

Before joining Camden, Baker was Vice President at Walden Residential Properties and spent nine years at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute in Chevy Chase, MD. She holds an MBA in Finance from George Washington University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Sam Houston State University.

She serves on the Board of Directors Executive Committee for the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC), is vice-chair of ULI's Multifamily Bronze Council, and a frequent speaker in the multifamily industry. Baker was the 2016 President of CREW Network, a Past President for CREW Houston and in 2012 was honored as one of Houston’s Top 15 Women in Commercial Real Estate. She is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Texas and was recognized by the Real Estate Forum as a Woman of Influence in 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Laurie is a respected leader in the multifamily, with first-hand experience on how culture shapes the industry.

Links:

• Craftwork Hospitality Co.
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