Hear Leni’s unfiltered conversations with industry heavyweights the operators, investors, and asset managers behind market moving decisions.
From value add wins that beat the pro forma to capital stack chaos and comeback strategies, this is where real talk meets real returns. No fluff. Just what’s working in a cap rate compressed world.
Scaling fast usually comes at a cost. For Kent Ritter, CEO of Hudson Investing, the challenge has been clear: grow without losing culture, keep investors close, and use technology to move quicker than the market.
He shares how bringing property management in-house protected values, why transparency builds lasting trust with investors, and how small, sharp teams can outperform larger competitors when they use AI as leverage.
From personal lessons on financial freedom to building “Navy SEAL” style teams, Kent explains why clarity and culture are the edge in today’s multifamily landscape — and why becoming a native AI user isn’t optional if you want to stay ahead.
AJ Slivinski of Zen Residential shared why people and culture are the real competitive edge. Technology and processes can be copied, but values and vision are what transform an organization.
He spoke candidly about the pressure property managers face today, from shrinking margins to rising owner demands. For him, every decision now requires sharper clarity and proof of value.
Looking ahead, AJ predicts sweeping change. With centralization and AI accelerating, he believes the industry is on the edge of massive consolidation, and only those who adapt will be left standing.
Leni asked what it really takes to scale a portfolio while keeping every stakeholder in mind.
Ian Mattingly of Luma Residential opened up about how data, from rent rolls to what he enjoyed calling “guerrilla” market signals like Starbucks and Whole Foods locations can shape smarter acquisitions. He shared his vision for an AI-powered market research team that unites scattered datasets, deepens domain expertise, and makes insights accessible to residents, employees, and investors alike.
From leveraging technology to staying grounded in purpose, it’s a look at how to elevate quality of life while growing stronger.
Scaling a portfolio is not just about speed. For Gideon Pfeffer of GSH Group, clarity has been the true advantage when markets turn unpredictable.
He reflects on the systems and discipline that helped hold a billion-dollar portfolio together under pressure. These moments sharpened his leadership and reinforced the need for steady decision-making.
From workforce housing to AI in operations, Gideon shows how purpose and resilience create the foundation for growth when the market gets messy.
