Greater Charlotte Apartment Association (GCAA) Morning Perks Podcast

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Make the most of your commute; download and listen as we discuss the latest trends in the multifamily industry, upcoming events, and how to get the most out of a GCAA membership! GCAA's Morning Perks Podcast airs the second and fourth Wednesday of the month! Have an idea for an episode? Share your idea: pr@greatercaa.org

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April 22, 2026Episode 238 min

Podcast 4th Birthday · Party Guest Drop Ins & Convo

Send us Fan MailShow note: This rambunctious podcast conversation was recorded with the 4th podcast birthday party celebration bash going on in the background!If this is the first time that you're listening, please don't judge us by this episode alone! We had fun chatting with party guests, so this one is a little outside of our typical multifamily format.We kick off the birthday party conversation with the GCAA Podfather, Russell Tindall, and GCAA Executive Director, Kim Graham, who shares how Morning Perks started percolating 4 years ago.Then it gets a little silly as we welcome party guests popping between the studio and the party. These organic portions of the episode include GCAA Past President Gabrielle Bouknight, current GCAA President Jami Anderson, Vice President Jen Ipock, and party guests: Shane Raby, Liz Newkirk, Austin Love, and Cel Smart.BONUS: Something exclusive (about a signature GCAA event) sneaks out of Jen Ipock's mouth around the 34-minute mark!

April 7, 2026Episode 132 min

28 Years At One Community · Meet Sandy Pickett

Send us Fan MailIn an industry where annual turnover can reach 30–50%, and even higher in onsite roles, longevity like this is almost unheard of.This week on the GCAA Morning Perks Podcast, we’re sitting down with someone who truly defines what it means to stay, grow, and thrive. In this episode, we're chatting with industry unicorn, Sandy Pickett. Sandy has spent an incredible 28 years at the same multifamily community. In a world where constant movement is the norm, Sandy’s story is a powerful anomaly, and one worth paying attention to.What’s kept her there for nearly three decades? It’s not just the role, it’s the culture.Sandy shares how strong leadership, a commitment to teaching, and the simple (but often rare) act of extending grace during moments of learning and failure created an environment in which she could build not just a career but a legacy. It’s a reminder that when people feel supported, seen, and invested in, they don’t just stay, they flourish.If you’ve ever wondered what truly drives retention in multifamily, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

February 25, 2026Episode 936 min

Every February, We Have A Choice · Guest Host Liz Newkirk

Send us Fan MailEvery February, we have a choice. We can have the comfortable version ofthis conversation, the one that honors history and checks the box. Or we canhave the real one.We invited industry pioneer Liz Newkirk to drive the mic and real conversation. With her industry colleagues, Austin Love and Ricardo Lawson, she's curated an episode for listeners who have ever felt like they were writing the rules as they went.This episode focuses on building careers and legacies, and navigating an industry and world that don’t always offer a clear blueprint for who you are. We’re going to talk about blackness, about manhood, about what it means to be one of the few in a room full of many, and how you keep going anyway.

February 10, 2026Episode 833 min

The Leadership Lyceum Experience · A Grad + A New Member Of The 2026 Cohort

Send us Fan MailWith the recent release of the 2026 Leadership Lyceum Cohort, we thought a thoughtful conversation about what it is, who should apply, what you can expect from the experience, and how it impacts multifamily career pathways would be timely.We invited a past graduate, Dana Flaherty, and Sarah Peifer, who has just be admitted into the Lyceum to share their lasting impressions and expectations - our host, Bill Clements is also a Leadership Lyceum graduate! This episode is a powerful listen for our Next Gen as it highlights the value and importance of locking in on opportunities that build momentum for career legacy and longevity in the multifamily industry.

January 28, 2026Episode 741 min

One Episode · Two BRAVO Winners

Send us Fan MailThere are BRAVO Awards winners, and then there are long-time industry partners who keep adding to their trophy case!This episode features Jarrod Clay, Account Manager at Redi Carpet (Customer Service Supplier Award), and Kim Bolt-Davidson, with InterSolutions (Lex Marsh Award), discussing their recent honors at last month's BRAVO Awards. In this double episode, we cover what it means to be a long-time supplier in our local market and a career-long volunteer of the Association.There's also laughter - as record-sized charcuterie boards and dance contests make their way into the chat!

January 14, 2026Episode 625 min

SC President In The House · Michelle O'Brien

Send us Fan Mail Freshly brewed and piping hot!The very first Morning Perks Podcast chat of the year is here, and it’s guaranteed to perk up your next commute. We’re spilling the beans with Suppliers Council President Michelle O’Brien, who joins host Bill Clements for a conversation that’s rich - like any proper dark roast.Michelle shares the full blend of her three-year journey to the presidency, what fueled her rise, and how she plans to make a strong impact now that she’s firmly in the captain’s (or should we say coffee barista’s) chair. Expect insight, inspiration, and a few “aha” moments.And because no great coffee chat is complete without a fun flavor note - you’ll also learn about Michelle’s unexpected soft spot for Mabel the Beluga whale 🐳 (yes, really).So grab your favorite mug, hit play, and start your year with a conversation that’s equal parts energizing, engaging, and espresso-level strong. ☕️BONUS · Register to attend the first Suppliers Council Meeting of 2026!

December 10, 2025Episode 544 min

Rewind + Fast Forward · Jay Rawls & Jami Anderson

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Bill Clements goes deep with Northwood Ravin's Jay Rawls, the outgoing 2025 President, and Jami Anderson, Middleburg Communities, incoming 2026 President. They walk through the substantial accomplishments over the past year. We invite you to listen to this in-depth look behind Association leadership to learn more about how they do what they do.Hear about their why and what it looks like when members get involved in the upcoming year.Oh, and there's also the usual unfiltered and off-the-cuff shenanigans!

November 26, 2025Episode 438 min

After Hours Episode · The Soon to be Legend/Surprise Guest

Send us Fan MailWhile there is no regular AM Wednesday episode this week in preparation for Thanksgiving, we do have a freshly brewed After Hours Episode for you! This episode features a well-known member of the multifamily industry, whom you will get to know all the better after this listen.Join host Bill Clements as we ramble through music, moving best practices, and a few wild stories in a segment loosely named 'Craziest Things You've Experienced Onsite'.Give it a listen while you cook, clean - or drive to visit family! Happy Thanksgiving from GCAA!

November 11, 2025Episode 342 min

Special Veterans Day Release · Zack Willey, VETS Junk Removal

Send us Fan MailThis special Tuesday Release is in honor of Veterans Day - Morning Perks had the pleasure and honor of spending time behind the mic with seasoned military veteran Zack Willey, Founder & CEO of VETS Junk Removal. Zack has dedicated almost 20 years proudly serving in the US Army, from a start at West Point and through many titles, including Platoon Leader, Officer, and Commander.Morning Perks Podcast host Bill Clements and Zack cover many pertinent topics, including military life, corporate America, what day-to-day junk removal looks like, and the impact that his GCAA involvement has on him and the organization he operates.

October 21, 2025Episode 227 min

The Bozzuto Way · Nick Petropoulos

Send us Fan MailA podcast conversation that starts with pizza cannot be bad! Download and listen to the chat between host Bill Clements and Morning Perks guest Nick Petropoulos as they chat about company culture, creating sanctuary, and how Bozzuto is curating a company that regulates growth and change based on what team and staff members want. Nick also shares how Bozzuto not only gives back to its local communities but also strengthens bonds and relationships within the entire company through Rise by Bozzuto. The episode wraps with a bit of BRAVO enchanted forest buzz around outfit inspo!