20 in their Twenties

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About 20 in their Twenties

The National Apartment Association's 20 in their Twenties celebrates the best and brightest rental housing professionals 29 years or younger at our largest event, Apartmentalize. These industrious career builders have already made great professional achievements and possess the potential to go far. 

With a free registration to Apartmentalize in Philadelphia, June 19–21, 2024, selected candidates will be recognized throughout the event, in NAA’s units Magazine and on NAA’s event website and social media platforms. Winners will also be invited to a free, invitation-only breakfast, a prime time for rising stars to network and showcase their talents with 11k other industry professionals.

The call for 20 in their Twenties, Class of 2024 applications has closed. If you would like to be contacted to apply in the future, please sign up to be notified.

Still have questions? Watch this webinar with 20s alumni, check out the FAQs and Meet the Class of 2023 below.

Program Information

  • NAA membership is required
  • Must be 29 years or younger on June 21, 2024
  • Must be employed full time in the rental housing industry
  • Demonstration of making a meaningful impact at the workplace

  • How does the selection process work?
    Answer: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates will be selected by an NAA Task Force.
     
  • A maximum of 20 applicants will be selected based on the following:
    o    Quality of Overall Written Application (20%)
    o    Innovative Ideas (25%)
    o    Demonstration of Leadership (25%)
    o    Letter to Self (10%)
    o    Career Goal (10%)
    o    Reference (10%)
     
  • Applicants selected for the Class of 2024 will be notified via email no later than March 13, 2024.
     
  • Need more information?
    Answer: Reach out to Stefani Hurst.

Meet the Class of 2023

Meet the next generation of rental housing industry leaders.

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shirley alvarez

Shirley Alvarez
Account Executive
CORT Furniture Rental
Pompano Beach, Florida

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marcus armstrong

Marcus Armstrong
ACS Consultant
J Turner Research
Lubbock, Texas

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justine beardslee

Justine Beardslee
Sales & Marketing Manager
Landmark Properties
Gainesville, Florida

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taylor bruzas

Taylor Bruzas
Regional Property Manager
Greystar
Spokane, Washington

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amanda dehart

Amanda DeHart
Digital Marketing Manager
RPM Living
Phoenix, Arizona

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Richard George
Brand and Development Manager
The Breeden Company
Virginia Beach, Virginia 

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jay guinto

Jay Guinto
Assistant Community Manager
Greystar
Orlando, Florida

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geoffrey hogan

Geoffrey Hogan
US Senior Manager, Resource Center - Student Living
Greystar
Memphis, Tennessee

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libby hollan

Libby Hollan
Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor
Greystar
Seattle, Washington

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Ashley Jenkins
Multi-site Property Manager
Trinity Property Consultants
Odessa, Texas

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alex kennedy

Alex Kennedy
Regional Property Manager
Trilogy Real Estate Group
Indianapolis, Indiana

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mitchell lovell

Mitchell Lovell
Risk Manager & IT Support
AMP Residential
Detroit, Michigan

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ezekiel lucas

Ezekiel Lucas
Business Development Manager
Rent Dynamics
Logan, Utah

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tyler marker

Tyler Marker
Director of Marketing & Professional Development
Zidan Management Group, Inc
Indianapolis, Indiana
 

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faith marts

Faith Marts
National Trainer
RealSource Properties
Poinciana, Florida

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faith mendoza

Faith Mendoza
Performance Development Manager
Avanti Residential
Phoenix, Arizona

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khalil muhammad

Khalil Muhammad
Service Manager
Essential Property Management
Troy, Michigan

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gabriela ortiz

Gabriela Ortiz
Director of Marketing
RPM Living
Tampa, Florida

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william sexauer

William Sexauer
Acquisitions Associate
The Lawson Companies, Inc.
Franktown, Virginia

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kyle shipp

Kyle Shipp
Director of Digital Marketing
RPM Living
Phoenix, Arizona

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