Can you truly feel safe at home without feeling locked in? In this special live episode recorded at Podcast Palooza during Apartmentalize 2025, we sit down with Robert Golden, go-to-market director for the Zentra brand, to tackle the evolving landscape of multifamily security.
With over two decades of experience in commercial security, Robert brings a wealth of insight into the challenges and opportunities of securing multifamily properties. From outdated access systems to the rise of mobile credentials, this episode explores how technology can create a safer, smarter, and more seamless living experience for residents—without sacrificing comfort or freedom.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
Why is multifamily security often misunderstood and underestimated in property management?
What mobile credentials offer in balancing security and convenience for residents
The multifamily industry blends commercial-grade tech with residential lifestyle demands
How access control systems can be streamlined to enhance both security and experience
🔒 Don’t miss this essential conversation on the future of multifamily security—where convenience meets cutting-edge control.
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#MultifamilySecurity #AccessControl #PropTech #ResidentExperience #MobileCredentials #SmartLiving #Apartmentalize2025 #ZentraSecurity #RealEstateTech #PropTechPulse

What do veterinary science and multifamily PropTech have in common? For Michele Crochetiere https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcrochetiere/, it’s all about understanding systems—especially when they’re under pressure. In this episode of PropTech Pulse, Michele shares her unexpected journey into the world of real estate technology and the essential role data plays during property acquisitions and transitions.
From data migration headaches to change management strategies that actually work, Michele offers practical, real-world insights for professionals managing the chaos of onboarding new properties. Whether you're scaling a portfolio or standardizing processes, this episode will help you turn acquisitions into opportunities instead of operational nightmares.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
— Why is change management the linchpin of a successful data migration during property acquisitions?
— What best practices ensure smoother transitions in multifamily data management and reporting?
— The success of any acquisition relies heavily on accurate, validated, and standardized data
— How communication and cross-department involvement improve acquisition outcomes and team efficiency
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#PropTech #Multifamily #DataMigration #PropertyManagement #RealEstateTech #ChangeManagement #AcquisitionStrategy #DataValidation #PropTechPulse #IndustryBestPractices

What if 80% of your accounts payable workload could disappear—freeing up your team to focus on strategy instead of spreadsheets? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, Shelley Robinson sits down with Chris Antenesse https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-antenesse-4a5a652/ of PredictAP https://www.predictap.com/ to unpack how AI and automation are transforming the way multifamily real estate teams manage finances.
From his rich background in tech and insurance to the cutting-edge of PropTech innovation, Chris explains why the CFO’s office is quickly becoming the heart of operational strategy. Whether you're a property manager, tech leader, or investor, this episode delivers powerful insights into what’s working in PropTech—and what’s just hype.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
Why is change management crucial for adopting automation in real estate operations?
What AI-powered accounts payable automation is doing to revolutionize multifamily back offices
The PredictAP platform automates over 80% of invoice workflows, reducing manual processing
How understanding local data nuances leads to better automation and smarter financial decisions
📊 Ready to rethink your PropTech stack and embrace the future of real estate finance? Tune in now to learn how automation can unlock new levels of efficiency and insight.
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#PropTech #MultifamilyRealEstate #AIinFinance #Automation #PredictAP #CFOInnovation #RealEstateEfficiency #FutureOfWork #PropTechPulse

Can PropTech be the key to reversing urban decay and reshaping the future of our cities? In this thought-provoking episode of PropTech Pulse, Shelley Robinson speaks with Thomas Hunter https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaslhunterjr/ , founder of Edenic Energy, about how his roots in construction led him to launch a mission-driven PropTech company tackling some of real estate’s biggest challenges.
From using AI and geospatial tech to transform aging infrastructure, to empowering communities through renewable energy and smart city solutions, Thomas shares a bold vision of what’s possible when technology meets purpose. If you're passionate about innovation, climate resilience, and the future of real estate, this conversation is one you can't miss.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
Why must PropTech companies prioritize climate resilience and community impact today?
What geospatial and AI technologies are doing to upgrade neglected and aging properties
The construction and real estate industry is a trillion-dollar market ripe for transformation
How Edenic Energy integrates renewable energy and smart systems to rebuild sustainable communities
💡 Tune in now and explore how PropTech is building not just smarter properties—but stronger, future-ready communities.
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#PropTech #SmartCities #ClimateTech #EdenicEnergy #GeospatialTech #AIinRealEstate #CommunityDevelopment #RealEstateInnovation #SustainableCities #PropTechPulse

What if managing properties could feel less like a burden and more like a breeze? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, host Shelley Robinson speaks with Kasper Sogaard https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasper-rune-sogaard-14558a4b/ , the founder of Magic Door—a new AI-powered solution shaking up the property management world.
After starting out as a real estate investor, Kasper quickly saw the outdated, clunky tools property managers were forced to use. Now, he’s on a mission to change that. He shares how Magic Door is creating a smarter, streamlined experience for small to mid-sized property managers through automation, AI, and thoughtful design. Whether you manage a few doors or a growing portfolio, this conversation will challenge how you think about efficiency, innovation, and the future of property tech.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
Why has the property management industry struggled to innovate in the last two decades?
What Magic Door is doing differently to support small and medium-sized property managers
The average property manager spends a major chunk of revenue on outdated software
How automation and AI can reduce workload without sacrificing tenant experience
💡 Ready to rethink property management? Tune in to discover how the future of PropTech is being built—door by door.
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#PropTech #PropertyManagement #MagicDoor #RealEstateInnovation #AIinRealEstate #Automation #TenantExperience #SoftwareSolutions #MultifamilyTech #PropTechPulse

What if AI could do more than crunch numbers—it could understand how you work, and make your job easier? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, Liran https://www.linkedin.com/in/liran-gabbay-proptech-muvan/, CEO of Muvan AI https://www.muvan.ai/ and a veteran of the Israeli intelligence unit, shares a fresh take on what’s broken in asset management—and how AI can fix it.
From inefficiencies in day-to-day operations to the often-overlooked emotional toll on asset managers, Liran brings a human-centered approach to real estate tech. He also unpacks the importance of defining ROI, building trust with AI tools like Lori, and understanding the generational shift driving tech adoption in multifamily. If you're curious about where asset management is headed, this conversation offers insight, strategy, and a few surprises.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
-Why is defining ROI critical before integrating AI into asset management workflows?
-What emotional and operational inefficiencies Movan AI is solving in the real estate industry
-The next generation of asset managers is embracing AI-powered tools like Lori
-How real estate leaders can build trust in AI and optimize—not eliminate—key processes
🎧 Tune in now to explore how the future of asset management isn’t just smarter—it’s more human.
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#PropTech #Multifamily #AIinRealEstate #AssetManagement #EfficiencyTools #RealEstateTech #AIandROI #MovanAI #PropertyInnovation #PropTechPulse

What happens when you blend data, empathy, and innovation to transform how we live? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, host Shelley Robinson sits down with Ben Pleat https://www.linkedin.com/in/pleat/, CEO of Cobu, to explore how community-building and tech can coexist—and even amplify each other—in the multifamily housing world.
Ben shares why the future of property management isn’t just about automation or streamlining processes, but about building relationships that drive retention, satisfaction, and referrals. With a fresh take on AI, personalized data, and purpose-driven leadership, Ben explains how the Cobu team is changing the way we think about resident experience—culminating in a new leasing model announcement that could reshape the industry.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
-Why does building real human connections matter in a tech-powered multifamily environment?
-What Cobu is doing to align purpose, tech, and resident satisfaction
-The key to retention is personalized resident experiences backed by smart data
-How community-driven strategies can improve operations and resident well-being
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#PropTech #MultifamilyLiving #ResidentExperience #CommunityBuilding #AIinRealEstate #Cobu #PropertyManagement #RetentionStrategy #TechWithPurpose #HumanCenteredTech #PropTechPulse

As the PropTech landscape rapidly evolves, who’s making sure policy, innovation, and people stay in sync? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, host Shelley Robinson sits down with Kevin Donnelly https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-donnelly-a3a23457/ and Lori Reeves https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorireevesoh/ of the Real Estate Technology and Transformation Center (RETC) to answer just that. With decades of combined experience in multifamily housing, advocacy, and tech, Kevin and Lori are leading the charge toward a smarter, more equitable future in real estate.
They unpack the critical role of data standards, fee transparency, and policy education in shaping tomorrow’s multifamily housing industry. From AI adoption to addressing housing affordability and labor shortages, this episode sheds light on what’s happening behind the scenes to protect both consumers and progress. Whether you're a tech leader, property manager, or policymaker, this episode has something for you.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
-Why is fee transparency essential for creating a fairer resident experience?
-What RETC is doing to advocate for smarter, less restrictive tech policy
-The industry is rapidly embracing AI to solve real challenges in multifamily housing
-How RETC is using community engagement and education to drive meaningful change
💡 Learn how advocacy meets innovation—and why your voice matters in shaping the future of PropTech.
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#PropTech #MultifamilyHousing #RETC #RealEstateInnovation #TechPolicy #HousingAffordability #AIinRealEstate #FeeTransparency #DataStandards #CommunityEngagement #PropTechPulse

What happens when a product manager stumbles into PropTech and finds a goldmine of inefficiencies? In this episode of PropTech Pulse, Remin Okoruwa https://www.linkedin.com/in/remenokoruwa/ shares his unexpected journey from HubSpot to launching a game-changing PropTech startup.
With sharp insight and firsthand experience, Remin unpacks the real hurdles of operating in the multifamily space—from broken processes to integration nightmares. He reveals how AI, when used strategically, can reshape property management—not by replacing people, but by enhancing how they work. You'll also hear about a powerful case study with ResPage and get actionable advice for startups navigating the complex landscape of PropTech.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
-Why do PropTech startups often struggle with pricing models and integration complexity?
-What AI can realistically do for property management beyond just automating tasks
-The integration strategy is key to scaling and lowering maintenance costs
-How startups can position themselves for long-term success in a crowded PropTech market
🎧 Don’t miss this episode if you're building, investing in, or curious about the future of property technology.
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#PropTech #Multifamily #AIinRealEstate #PropertyManagement #Startups #TechStrategy #BusinessGrowth #PropTechPulse #EfficiencyThroughTech #AIIntegration

What do Iowa farm life, classroom teaching, and the multifamily industry have in common? According to Phil Rogers https://www.linkedin.com/in/philrodgers1/ —more than you’d expect. In this episode of PropTech Pulse, Shelley Robinson sits down with Phil to unpack his unconventional path to becoming a key voice in PropTech and his mission to bring practical, people-first solutions to the multifamily space.
Phil shares how strong relationships, clear business outcomes, and a focus on resident satisfaction are shaping the next wave of PropTech innovation. Whether you're facing challenges in procurement, wrestling with tech adoption, or wondering how AI fits into your future strategy, this episode offers both insight and inspiration. And don’t miss his announcement of Launchpad, a new initiative set to reshape how multifamily properties approach technology.
What’s Covered in This Episode:
- Why are clear business outcomes essential when adopting new technology in multifamily?
- What role automation and AI will play in transforming operations and resident experience
- The current procurement process is often outdated and inefficient in multifamily housing
- How the Launchpad program will drive smarter, user-focused PropTech innovations
🎧 Ready to hear how one man’s journey from the heartland is shaking up the multifamily tech space? Listen now and be part of the conversation that’s defining the future.
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#PropTech #MultifamilyInnovation #ResidentExperience #AIinRealEstate #SmartOperations #TechLeadership #Automation #LaunchpadProgram #IndustryTrends #PropTechPulse
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