January 2021 - A|P Newsletter (English)

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New Hires

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Employee Spotlight

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A|P News

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Property Spotlight

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Must Haves

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Tech Talk

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Janelle Brennen

You are last month’s newsletter winner. Look out for an email from Ace with a $25 e-gift card.

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WELCOME TO THE A|P FAMILY! 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55

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*Hired: November 1 - 30, 2020

Gran Paraiso The Plaza Brickell 901 Condo Ambassadors East Condo Assoc Iconbay Condominium The Whitney Condominium Metropolis at Dadeland 2 Carillon Hotel - North Shared APAM Nine at Mary Brickell Village The Whitney Condominium Castillo at Westshore La Mer Condominium Association APAM Wind Condominium Aria on the Bay Residential Metropolis at Dadeland Master Eden House Condominium Aria on the Bay Residential Aria on the Bay Residential Quadomain ll APAM Aria on the Bay Residential 1300S Miami Ave Condo Assn Inc One Paraiso Wind Condominium APAM Ocean Palms 1100 Millecento Res. Condo APAM APAM Aria on the Bay Condominium Bristol Apartments ThinkEast Apartments A|P Communities Langwick Senior Residences A|P Communities Caribbean Villas The Atlantic Newtown Shiloh Valley Harrison Apartments Caribbean Villas Parc at Dunwoody Shiloh Valley Village of Hawks Creek Caribbean Villas The Atlantic Vinings Morningside Courts Mira Loma Vintage Park Village of Hawks Creek Caribbean Villas The Atlantic Howell Station Caribbean Villas Palms of Boca Del Mar Boca Colony

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Lynett Smith PROPERTY MANAGER CARRINGTON GREEN • GEORGIA

Q: What is the best advice you can give to someone starting with Atlantic Pacific Companies?

A: The best advice I can give anyone starting with A|P is to be themselves, learn all that they can learn, always do their best, and to ask for help when they need it. I’ve learned over the years that A|P has an amazing leadership team. For example, there was a time I was a new manager with the company and there were things I did not know how to do. I put the fear of “I’m supposed to know that” aside and asked for help. Each time I needed help there was always somebody overly willing to help with a warm smile!

Q: What do you like most about working for Atlantic Pacific Companies?

A: The thing that I like most about working for A|P is the family culture as well as the many opportunities we are given to showcase our creativity and talents.

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Q: Walk us through your first day as an A|P employee. Did you think you'd ever get this far?

A: My first day at A|P was December 9, 2014. I was hired on as the Assistant Manager at Villas at South Point. At the time, Villas and Carrington Green were new assets and we were all new to the A|P family. The office staff and I met up with the takeover team at Villas at South Point and awaited the phone call to say that closing had taken place and Villas was officially ours. Once we were given that call the previous management team handed over the keys to us and we took over. Now that I look back on it, A|P has come a long way and continues to grow bigger and better every day.

Q: How do you maintain a positive attitude even on the most challenging days?

A: I try to live my life by the four agreements presented in the book by Don

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Miguel Ruiz. Those agreements are: Agreement 1: Be Impeccable with Your Word.

Agreement 2: Don't Take Anything Personally.

Agreement 3: Don't Make Assumptions.

Agreement 4: Always Do Your Best.

When you are in such a space where you are not bothered by negativity, you are able to see the positive in every situation. And on those really tough days I reach out to my mentor and friend M.W., and no matter what time or day it is, she is always there to talk through things with me and shed light on the positives I can’t see. It is good to have someone like that in your life.

rience to my residents, and guiding my team to further their own success.

Q: Who or what inspires you the most?

A: Life inspires me the most. I think it is a beautiful thing so it inspires me to do all that I can do while I have it and experience everything. Life is the only thing that is guaranteed to end, so I try to live each day as if it were my last.

Q: What is your favorite part about working for Atlantic Pacific Companies?

A: My favorite part about working with A|P is the opportunity to share my knowledge with others whether that is coaching or just lending a helping hand. Being that education is my first passion, I really enjoy when I can teach. It makes me feel like I am back in the classroom. What worth is knowledge when it can’t be shared?

Q: What are your priorities at work in your current role?

A: In my current role my priority is to exceed the financial goal of my property, while providing a quality living expe-

Q: What are you most excited about in 2021?

A: I am most excited to see where my recent accomplishments take me in my career in 2021!

Q: Where do you hope to see A|P in the future?

A: In the future I hope to see A|P continue to grow bigger and better but also keep the family culture that it is built upon. I also have hope to see an employee engagement position come available so that we can continue the topics that are uncomfortable to discuss. In order for change to happen, we must be uncomfortable, but brave enough to create the safe space for our A|P NEWSLETTER

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Lynett at the 8th Annual Leadership Summit in Florida.

employees to converse and learn.

Q: What projects in 2020 are most proud of and why?

A: Where do I start? Although this year was quite different due to COVID-19, I am programmed to see the positives. I was involved in many positive projects this year. I had the opportunity to be a member of the NAA Diversity Leadership Program, served on the Atlanta Apartment Association membership committee, finished up my Human Services degree, and spoke at the Annual Atlantic Pacific Leadership summit with Randy Weisburd.

If I had to choose one, it would be participating in the Diversity Leadership program. The purpose of the program is to further learn leadership skills and to bring awareness to the lack of diversity and inclusion within the multifamily industry.

Diversity and inclusion has been the focal point in the headlines lately and having the privilege to engage in an action that could benefit the greater good of our society was life rewarding. The end point of the program was for each participant to create a program that could help solve a diversity and inclusion issue within our industry, and when my project won 05 JANUARY 2021

2nd place I had such a feeling of accomplishment!

Growing up as an African American female in America, you don’t get invited to many tables, so for me to get invited to this table and given the platform to broadcast my ideas, doing so gracefully, is definitely something to be proud about! • Howard Randy Ken stanley David

The answer to last month’s puzzle was: Stanley! Thank you to everyone who participated.

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It’s official.

What family traditions do you celebrate during the holidays?

Atlantic Pacific Companies Facebook Group

Last month, we asked:

Many years ago a good friend of ours (also my daughter’s godmother) told us about a family tradition they followed on Christmas day. Instead of running around visiting people they stayed home and wore pajamas the whole day. We loved the idea and started doing the Christmas pajama tradition. One year we had good friends visit us on Christmas day.

They came over in their pajamas and we had a great day together. I highly recommend this tradition. You stay relaxed the whole day and enjoy family and friends. - Brian Smith, Regional Accounting Manager My favorite holiday tradition is making and decorating a ginger bread house with my family :) - Nicole Lynn, Leasing Consultant A family tradition that we celebrate every year is Advent. This tradition started with my grandmother who would spend months preparing the perfect advent calendar to mail my sister and me. She would put her heart into every detail from our choosing our favorite candies to the perfect wrapping paper.

Opening our advent calendar has always been something we look forward to every year because it meant so much to my grandmother. Sadly, my grandmother passed away in 2017 and we knew our holidays would never be the same. However, my mother took on the tradition of creating a advent calendar for us because she knew how special it was, and I know when I have kids I will continue this special tradition that my grandmother started. - Daytona Thompson, Recruiter My family loves to visit the movies or bowling during the holidays. Since most people are usually celebrating at home, it’s super fun having the theater and lanes to ourselves!

- Arielle Hinkson, Leasing Consultant One tradition of my family during Christmas in Nassau, Bahamas is to go to the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade together on Dec 26th. The parade starts at 2 a.m. and last until 10 a.m. There’s music, costumes, entertainment as the different groups make their rounds on Bay Street; and of course there are delicious Bahamian foods. This is the first year that The Bahamas will not have a parade due to the pandemic and in an effort to maintain social distancing. - Janelle Brennen, Senior Development Accountant

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A|P now has its very own A|P Employee Virtual Lobby, where you can connect with colleagues from across the nation. This community platform allows us to stay connected, share stories and support each other through our journey together at A|P. The group will keep members updated on employee opportunities & news, events, announcements, and more.

You should have received an email from Ace with information on how to request access to the Facebook group.

If you have not, don’t worry, it’s simple to join if you follow these steps!

1. Login to your Facebook account.

(Your personal one, not your property’s.)

2. Search “Atlantic Pacific Companies” under the Groups tab.

3. Select “Join Group”. You will then be asked a series of questions to confirm your identity as an A|P employee.

4. Once you are approved, you will have access to view, post, and engage with the group members!

Join the group and you could win $$$.

New group members will be entered into a drawing for a $25 e-Gift Card.

EMAIL: newsletter@apcompanies.com

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Atlantic Pacific Companies Buys Georgia Community By: Sergiu Inizian

Atlantic Pacific Companies has acquired The Parc at Dunwoody Apartments, a 312-unit community in Dunwoody, Ga. The property marks the company’s fifth acquisition within the company’s third private equity fund, Blue Atlantic Partners Fund III. With this acquisition, the firm’s Atlanta portfolio now totals over 5,000 units.

According to Yardi Matrix, the property last traded for $33 million in 2017, when Emma Capital purchased it from WRH Realty Services.

Built in 1979, the asset comprises one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, ranging from 718 to 1,346 square feet. Common-area amenities include a fitness center, playground, outdoor pavilion and two swimming pools. The property also has 612 parking spaces.

Located at 1067 Pitts Road on a 26-acre site, the 39-building is within 5 miles from Interstate 285. The surrounding area has several retail and dining options, including Perimeter Mall, which is 2 miles from The Parc. Major employers in this area include Mercedes Benz, State Farm and Cox Enterprises. The asset is also 5 miles from a 300-unit community in Roswell, Ga., which traded this month.

Source: www.multihousingnews.com/post/atlantic-pacific-cos-buys-georgia-community 07 JANUARY 2021

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The Arbor at Wayforest IN HOUSTON, TEXAS

The Arbor at Wayforest is a multifamily development to replace housing lost during Hurricane Harvey. On December 17, 2020, A|P Communities along with partners Harris County Housing Authority, Harris County - Community Services Department (HCCSD), Harris County Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Texas General Land Office (GLO), Bank of America, and Citi Community Capital hosted a virtual groundbreaking ceremony for the property.

The groundbreaking of this $35M community will create 192 beautiful new apartment homes for families seeking quality housing in the Greenspoint area.

The new community will provide a

wide array of amenities including a fully equipped clubhouse, business center, fitness center, and laundry facilities.

Family members can also enjoy a swimming pool with a sun deck, playground, and dog park.

Additionally, it is located near major employment centers such as Houston Intercontinental Airport and ExxonMobil.

Way to go A|P Communities and partners for this impactful collaboration that will create positive change. Let’s keep growing bigger, growing better!

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A: “The Home Edit Life: The No-Guilt Guide to Owning What You Want and Organizing Everything” by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin. This guide goes beyond the pantry and bookshelf to show you how to contain the chaos in all aspects of your life. They teach you to know your organizing style, tailor it to your family’s lifestyle, and lead the low-guilt life as you apply more genius ideas to every aspect of it.

B: “Feel Good Effect” podcast, hosted by Robyn Conley Downs, will take you on a journey of what it really means to be healthy. It is all about simple strategies and mild habit adjustments that really work to kick your wellness into gear. Just in time for the new year!

C: Get ready to start the new year by purchasing a new 2021 desktop calendar.

This will help keep you organized with deadlines and future meetings.

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Internet Tracking & You with Sergio Gordillo, Leabert Henry, and Michael Hanna

In a world where Covid-conscious protocols have become our new normal, the internet has become a primary means of reaching out and interacting with your peers. Although you may not know it, the more time you spend on the internet, the more that you do, the more of your information, such as search habits, preferences, and countless other statistics are recorded and stored away.

If you have ever searched for something on the internet and then start seeing oddly specific ads for that very same subject almost immediately, it's evidence of your information being tracked. This practice is known as Internet tracking.

It goes a bit deeper than just your shopping habits though! They can also

find your general geographical location, your IP address, and even the exact characteristics and configuration of your web browser and its add-ons.

This may not bother you! But for those that feel it’s an invasion of privacy, a few solutions do exist out there to help you protect your information. One of the easiest solutions is to use secure web browsing tools (the most common one recently being Brave) that have built-in tools to disable most internet tracking in websites. The best & most thorough is through a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

But, VPN’s deserve their own breakdown, which we will go over in the next Tech Talk!

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