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Executive Edge with Zack Kass

Following a highly successful debut at last year’s ONE Conference, Executive Edge: A Leadership Development Event presented by TAA returns in 2026 with an even sharper focus on the forces shaping the future of leadership. Designed specifically for owner/manager professionals at the regional manager level and above, this invite-only experience brings together established leaders and…

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Meet the Thursday Keynote Speaker: Jesse Itzler

The 2026 TAA ONE Conference is all about moving Forward as ONE—pushing boundaries, elevating possibility, and strengthening the teams and communities that fuel our industry. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Jesse Itzler as our Thursday keynote speaker, a powerhouse entrepreneur and endurance athlete whose life is defined by breaking limits and inspiring others to…

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Maintenance & Non-Maintenance Heroes Unite: The Ultimate Team Challenge

Chiccorra Connor, CEO and founder of Occupancy Heroes, brought passion, humor, and plenty of actionable advice to her session, Maintenance & Non-Maintenance Heroes Unite: The Ultimate Team Challenge. With more than 20 years of nationwide experience in leasing, marketing, training, and maintenance, Connor shared her lessons on bridging gaps between maintenance and office teams, improving…

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Disruption Alert: Stop Chasing the Stars and Start Building Your Reputation Currency

Priyanka Agarwal, Director of Public Relations at J Turner Research, offered a forward-looking take on what truly builds value in multifamily housing: reputation—not just ratings, in her TAA ONE Conference session titled Disruption Alert: Stop Chasing the Stars and Start Building Your Reputation Currency. For years, the industry has been caught up in the gravitational…

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Elevate Your Elevator Pitch

In the world of networking, the perfect opportunity to make a lasting connection can come at any time—an elevator ride, a hallway conversation, or a casual chat over coffee. That’s why James Brown, Chief Xchange Officer of The Xchange Zone, believes it’s essential to always have a compelling introduction at the ready. During his engaging…

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Zconomy: Insights & Practical Strategies to Engage Gen Z

Whether you missed Jason Dorsey’s session, Zconomy: Insights & Practical Strategies to Engage Gen Z, or are looking to revisit the highlights, his powerful session unpacked how Generation Z is transforming the workforce and marketplace—and what today’s leaders need to know to connect with this pivotal generation.  The Core Forces Shaping Gen Z: Parenting and…

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PEAK Performance

When Tunde Oyeneyin took the stage at the 2025 TAA ONE Conference in Houston, to deliver her keynote, PEAK Performance, she didn’t just deliver a keynote—she delivered a message that energized the room, provoked thought, and moved hearts. Known for her electric presence as a Peloton instructor and also her role as a best-selling author,…

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Bubble Gum and Duct Tape? Maintenance Savings the Right Way!

Maintenance may be one of the largest controllable expenses in multifamily housing, but that doesn’t mean you have to cut corners. In this fast-paced session, Bubble Gum and Duct Tape? Maintenance Savings the Right Way!, Mary Gwyn (Apartment Dynamics) and Chris Caramanica (WinnCompanies) shared strategies for reducing short- and long-term costs— without resorting to bubble gum…

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State of the Industry Update

Texas continues to earn its spot in the national spotlight—and not just for BBQ and bluebonnets. When it comes to multifamily housing, the Lone Star State is proving itself a powerhouse. From supply shifts to renewal rates and affordability trends, there’s no shortage of headlines shaping the future of rental housing across the state and…

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Secrets to Satisfaction: Winning with Today’s Challenging Prospects, Residents & Employees

Kara Rice, VP of Education with Swift Bunny and Virginia Love, Industry Principal with Entrata, took center stage at this year’s TAA ONE Conference, tackling the pressing question: How do we meet rising expectations in an increasingly complex multifamily landscape? The industry is navigating unprecedented challenges, and drawing from the latest data on customer and…

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