The Associated
Podcast Description
The Associated – The go-to podcast for apartment associations!
The world of apartment associations is changing—fast. What used to work is starting to crumble, and we’re here to talk about it. Welcome to The Associated, where we take you behind the scenes of association management, legal updates, public policy, event planning, and all things multifamily.
Join your hosts, Bryan Holladay and Todd Whitlow, two industry pros with boots-on-the-ground experience at the local, state, and national levels. We’re diving deep into what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change—no sugarcoating, just real talk. Expect bold discussions, expert guests, and insights that will help you navigate this ever-evolving industry.
If you’re in the apartment association community and have ever asked yourself, "Why are we still doing it this way?"—this podcast is for you. Let’s rethink association management together.
New episodes drop monthly—subscribe now so you don’t miss out!
Follow us on social media (links in show notes) and send us your questions, topic ideas, or guest suggestions!
Presented by CLTPR Association Management.
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Content Themes
Key themes include association management, legal updates, public policy, and event planning. For example, episodes might explore declining volunteer engagement in the multifamily sector and innovative strategies for revitalizing member involvement, alongside discussions on effective management practices within apartment associations.
The Associated – The go-to podcast for apartment associations!
The world of apartment associations is changing—fast. What used to work is starting to crumble, and we’re here to talk about it. Welcome to The Associated, where we take you behind the scenes of association management, legal updates, public policy, event planning, and all things multifamily.
Join your hosts, Bryan Holladay and Todd Whitlow, two industry pros with boots-on-the-ground experience at the local, state, and national levels. We’re diving deep into what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change—no sugarcoating, just real talk. Expect bold discussions, expert guests, and insights that will help you navigate this ever-evolving industry.
If you’re in the apartment association community and have ever asked yourself, “Why are we still doing it this way?”—this podcast is for you. Let’s rethink association management together.
New episodes drop monthly—subscribe now so you don’t miss out!
Follow us on social media (links in show notes) and send us your questions, topic ideas, or guest suggestions!
Presented by CLTPR Association Management.
Advocacy in the rental housing industry has changed dramatically and according to Bob Pinnegar, the spotlight on housing policy is only getting brighter.
Recorded live during Advocate in Washington, D.C., this episode of The Associated features an in-depth conversation with the President and CEO of the National Apartment Association about the evolution of the industry, the future of apartment associations, and why engagement at every level matters more than ever.
Bob shares how NAA transformed its organizational structure, modernized its communications and technology strategy, and scaled industry influence through advocacy, research, and member engagement. The conversation also explores the growing complexity of federal housing policy, the importance of local association involvement, and how the industry must adapt to support the next generation of professionals.
From Apartmentalize growth to the Housing Solutions Coalition, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how industry leadership is navigating one of the most scrutinized and rapidly evolving sectors in the country.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- How the National Apartment Association restructured and modernized its operations
- Why communications, technology, and research became central to NAA’s strategic plan
- How Apartmentalize evolved into one of the industry’s premier conferences
- Why advocacy has become essential for rental housing professionals
- The challenges facing volunteer-led trade organizations
- How associations must evolve to engage younger professionals and future leaders
- Why supplier engagement and networking remain critical growth drivers
- How the Housing Solutions Coalition is influencing national housing conversations
- The long-term impact of COVID-era housing policy on the industry
Guest Bio
Bob Pinnegar serves as President and CEO of the National Apartment Association, bringing more than 20 years of experience in association leadership, public policy, and campaign strategy.
Since joining NAA in 2011, Bob has helped lead a major organizational transformation focused on strengthening communications, technology, research, advocacy, and member engagement. In 2017, he oversaw a strategic reorganization of the association’s headquarters staff and the development of a long-term strategic plan designed to better serve the evolving needs of the rental housing industry.
Throughout the episode, Bob emphasizes the importance of industry involvement, advocacy participation, and building professional networks that strengthen both careers and communities.
Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: Robert Pinnegar LinkedIn
Learn more about the National Apartment Association: National Apartment Association
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Bryan Holladay on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-holladay-10003219/
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CLTPR Management on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/cltpr-management/
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CLTPR Website:https://www.cltprmanagement.com/
Brownlee Whitlow & Praet Website: https://bwpf-law.com/
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