The Multifamily Innovation® Podcast

The Future of Multifamily Asset Protection with Overwatch's Rhys Andersen
Multifamily property management is setting sail into uncharted territories and at the helm is cutting-edge technology. We're thrilled to bring you the latest episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast, where the fusion of drone wizardry and property management meets. Join host Patrick Antrim as he delves into a stimulating conversation with Rhys Andersen, the visionary founder of OvrWatch, a pioneer in deploying drones for property inspections, asset protection, and comprehensive data collection.
In this episode:
Seeing Beyond the Horizon: The Drone Revolution in Multifamily Management - Rhys unfolds the story of how OvrWatch is dramatically altering the landscape of property inspections. Here's a sneak peek into the wealth of insights this talk provides:
Inception of Innovation: Discover the spark that led Rhys to blend his expertise in inspections with drone technology, crafting a new level of efficiency and precision in the multifamily industry.
The Power of 3D Modeling: Engage with the prospects of 3D models in property management; how a high-resolution virtual view can transform maintenance, documentation, and dispute resolution.
Disaster Management: Learn about the role of drones in mitigating the aftereffects of natural disasters, paving the way for a frictionless claims process with insurers.
Professional Drone Services in Property Complexity: As technology leaps forward, Rhys underlines the continued significance of professional services and how the complexity of properties influences drone service efficacy.
Marketers’ New Best Friend: Witness the surprising impact that drones are having on real estate marketing and the collection of granular data for property analysis.
AI's Role in Raising the Bar: Contemplate AI's transformative potential in real estate inspections - a conversation that spotlights image recognition models and enhancing the efficiency of property management systems.
Empowering Through Education: The importance of personnel training and standardization across organizations for optimal utilization of new technology.
A Vision for End-to-End Visibility: Rhys and Patrick discuss the pivotal importance of comprehensive visibility and easy platform collaboration with stakeholders in property management.
AI & Financial Foresight: Lastly, Patrick Antrim shares his enthusiasm for Ovrwatch's role in revolutionizing the financial analysis territory in the multifamily sector.
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About the Multifamily Innovation® Council:

The Multifamily Innovation® Council is the executive level membership organization that makes a difference in your bottom line, drives a better experience for your employees, and allows you an experience that keeps demand strong for your company. The council is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of Leadership, Technology, AI, and Innovation.
The Multifamily Innovation® Council is for Multifamily Business leaders who want to unlock value inside their organization so they can create better experiences and drive profitability inside their company.
To learn more or to join, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com.
For more information and to engage with leaders shaping the future of multifamily innovation, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com/.
Connect:
Multifamily Innovation® Council: https://multifamilyinnovation.com/
Patrick Antrim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickantrim/

In an industry often seduced by buzzwords and herd mentality, the latest episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast with host Patrick Antrim offers a vital antidote. Featuring guest Moshe Crane, VP of Strategic Initiatives and Branding at Sage Ventures, this episode is an urgent call to action for every high-level executive who wants to stay ahead in the multifamily landscape.
Are you relying too much on conventional wisdom and the so-called 'best practices'? Moshe Crane urges you to think again. He shines a spotlight on the pitfalls of conforming to industry norms without critical evaluation, and elevates the discourse around what truly drives profitability—original thinking and proactive leadership.
This isn't just another conversation about being "innovative" or "thinking outside the box." Crane emphasizes that the key to sustained success and resilience, especially during economic turbulence, lies in the continuous pursuit of knowledge. Both he and Patrick advocate for a state of perpetual curiosity, which not only prevents professional burnout but also equips you with the insights needed to make data-driven decisions and seize untapped opportunities.
Are you merely a participant in the industry, or are you shaping its future? If you're content with the status quo, this episode might just disrupt your complacency. Crane brings to the table his unique pleasure in market analysis, revealing how looking at things from a different angle can uncover hidden gems and identify untapped revenue streams. It's not about following the crowd; it's about setting the pace.
If you aim to be more than just another name in the industry—if you want to be an influential leader driving change—then missing this episode is not an option. Go beyond the noise and tap into something transformational. It's time to stop following and start leading.
Don't let your competitors get this edge. Tune in now. #multifamilyinnovation
Connect with Moshe Crane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moshecrane/

About the Multifamily Innovation® Council:

The Multifamily Innovation® Council is the executive level membership organization that makes a difference in your bottom line, drives a better experience for your employees, and allows you an experience that keeps demand strong for your company. The council is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of Leadership, Technology, AI, and Innovation.
The Multifamily Innovation® Council is for Multifamily Business leaders who want to unlock value inside their organization so they can create better experiences and drive profitability inside their company.
To learn more or to join, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com.
For more information and to engage with leaders shaping the future of multifamily innovation, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com/.
Connect:
Multifamily Innovation® Council: https://multifamilyinnovation.com/
Patrick Antrim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickantrim/

In this episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast, host Patrick Antrim welcomes Briant Carcamo, co-CEO of Vizibly and a seasoned real estate professional. They discuss the importance of building financial expertise within employees and the role of technology in up-skilling and re-skilling individuals. Briant shares insights on how technology can help make employees smarter and improve the overall employee experience. Tune in to learn more about the cutting edge advancements in the multifamily real estate industry.
Apartment property managers can greatly benefit from the use of tools and technology, as they provide valuable data and insights to inform decision-making. This episode emphasizes the importance of translating data into actionable insights, which is the main purpose of implementing tools like business intelligence platforms or data analytics products. These tools enable property managers to analyze and understand various aspects of their business, including multifamily lead management, leasing funnels, and operational levers.

However, the multitude of tools available in the multifamily technology landscape can overwhelm multifamily property managers. With so many options, it can be challenging for them to determine which tools are most valuable and will yield the best results for their specific circumstances. This highlights the need for property managers to carefully evaluate their tech stack and prioritize the tools that truly make a difference for their organization.

Additionally, as multifamily owners face cashflow constraints, there may be tighter restrictions on technology spend. This further emphasizes the importance of property managers reevaluating their tech stack and focusing on tools that provide real value and contribute to the efficient and profitable operation of their properties.

Leveraging tools and technology empowers multifamily companies to make more informed decisions, anticipate potential issues, and take proactive measures to prevent problems. By utilizing data and predictive insights, apartment owners and operators can better manage day-to-day operations and optimize their business outcomes.

Timestamps:

[00:02:07] Property managers and data analytics.
[00:04:37] Staying competitive in property management.
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About the Multifamily Innovation® Council:

The Multifamily Innovation® Council is the executive level membership organization that makes a difference in your bottom line, drives a better experience for your employees, and allows you an experience that keeps demand strong for your company. The council is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of Leadership, Technology, AI, and Innovation.
The Multifamily Innovation® Council is for Multifamily Business leaders who want to unlock value inside their organization so they can create better experiences and drive profitability inside their company.
To learn more or to join, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com.
For more information and to engage with leaders shaping the future of multifamily innovation, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com/.
Connect:
Multifamily Innovation® Council: https://multifamilyinnovation.com/
Patrick Antrim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickantrim/

In today's episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast, we dive into the value of fitness programs inside your apartment community and how one company is catching momentum from some top brands in Multifamily.
Host, Patrick Antrim, talks with the Founder of Swyft Fitness, Will Gonzalez who is rethinking what is possible for fitness programs at multifamily properties across the nation.
Overview of the episode:

• Will shares the inspiration behind the company and the gap it fills in the multifamily market.
• Swyft Fitness is a boutique fitness concept that differs from traditional gym experiences. The emphasis on camaraderie and community is essential and plays a significant role in their fitness experiences.
• Gonzalez realized that group fitness centered around resident retention and residents being able to meet one another was definitely a new concept.
• Swyft Fitness collaborates with property managers and developers to integrate fitness programs into apartment communities and employs a strong network of fitness instructors in all of their markets to ensure the best possible experience for apartment residents.
• Gonzalez personalizes all of the fitness amenities and onsite experiences to accommodate the specific properties' needs. Whether it's virtual or onsite, team members are present and will help property managers get the most use out of the apartment community amenities, like the gym, pool, clubhouse, and outdoor areas.
• A core mission of Swyft Fitness is to educate and encourage property managers and owners to see their entire property, surrounding hiking trails, and even community events that are centered around lifestyle, health, and fitness as resident retention strategies.
• Swyft is integrated with all the third-party credentialing software companies out there to make a smooth transition and they cover all of the insurance and onboarding credentialing that's required for almost every property management.
• Swyft also handles all of the marketing materials and online booking. They do all of the heavy lifting so apartment property managers don't have to.
• Gonzalez offers advice to property managers, developers, and corporate HR professionals on the value of multifamily fitness amenities.

Connect:
Will Gonzalez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-gonzalez-swyftfitness/
Swyft Fitness:

About the Multifamily Innovation® Council:

The Multifamily Innovation® Council is the executive level membership organization that makes a difference in your bottom line, drives a better experience for your employees, and allows you an experience that keeps demand strong for your company. The council is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of Leadership, Technology, AI, and Innovation.
The Multifamily Innovation® Council is for Multifamily Business leaders who want to unlock value inside their organization so they can create better experiences and drive profitability inside their company.
To learn more or to join, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com.
For more information and to engage with leaders shaping the future of multifamily innovation, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com/.
Connect:
Multifamily Innovation® Council: https://multifamilyinnovation.com/
Patrick Antrim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickantrim/

In this episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast, host Patrick Antrim delves into the power of stepping outside our comfort zones in order to spark innovation and success within the multifamily industry.
Show Notes:
Introduction: Patrick emphasizes the importance of taking action outside our comfort zones in order to foster innovation within multifamily organizations.
Challenges: Often, individuals may feel reluctant to take risks and try new things within their organizations, especially when their past experiences resulted in failure.
Multifamily Innovation® Summit: Patrick highlights the annual event, which brings together individuals making rent more valuable for customers, and showcases the Multifamily Innovation® Awards, including categories such as Best Places to Work and Bootstrapper Award.
Multifamily Innovation® Council: A platform for high-level networking among multifamily operators with 1500 or more units, providing a feedback loop and shaping the priorities and interests within the industry.
Importance of innovation: Patrick shares a personal story of investing in media and video equipment before the COVID-19 pandemic, which helped his business pivot and stay ahead of the curve during difficult times.
Learning from past decisions: Reflecting on decisions that were made by stepping outside comfort zones and recognizing that these actions have the potential to lead to significant growth.
Taking action: Encouragement to consider decisions that have been put off due to discomfort, and managing potential worst-case scenarios in order to grow in personal and professional lives.
Getting involved: Listeners are encouraged to follow the Multifamily Leadership brand, attend events, and get involved in industry discussions.
Closing: Share the episode with friends, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help increase its visibility and promote valuable content to other multifamily professionals.
Don't miss the next episode of the Multifamily Innovation® Podcast, where Patrick continues to explore innovation and growth in the multifamily industry. Subscribe and follow at multifamilyinnovation.com.

About the Multifamily Innovation® Council:

The Multifamily Innovation® Council is the executive level membership organization that makes a difference in your bottom line, drives a better experience for your employees, and allows you an experience that keeps demand strong for your company. The council is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of Leadership, Technology, AI, and Innovation.
The Multifamily Innovation® Council is for Multifamily Business leaders who want to unlock value inside their organization so they can create better experiences and drive profitability inside their company.
To learn more or to join, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com.
For more information and to engage with leaders shaping the future of multifamily innovation, visit https://multifamilyinnovation.com/.
Connect:
Multifamily Innovation® Council: https://multifamilyinnovation.com/
Patrick Antrim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickantrim/