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RAMP Miami Update

 

On December 6, RAMP Miami participants gathered at Seven on Seventh, Fort Lauderdale, to launch Phase 3 of the RAMP (Rising Apartment Management Professionals) program, a four-phase training initiative preparing residents for property management careers.

In Phase 3, participants, now temporary RAM employees, will engage in onsite job shadowing and internships, gaining hands-on experience as leasing agents and assistant managers.

Event Highlights:

  • Welcome: Lori Agudo and Corey Brooks (RAM Training) introduced Phase 3 and previewed Phase 4, a two-day Property Management class.
  • Onboarding: Chrissy Maulbeck (RAM HR) prepared participants for internships and reflected on lessons from Phase 2.
  • Internship Overview: Ashley Bejarano and Sonya Knight (ACE Committee) detailed job shadowing expectations.
  • Guest Speaker: Sean Hanks (Community Manager) provided real-world insights into site team operations.

Congratulations to participants on reaching this milestone, and thanks to South Florida onsite teams for their support. We look forward to the program’s continued success!

 

Learn more about our ACE Programs here.

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Veteran’s Day 2024

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In honor of Veterans Day, we proudly recognize members of our Royal American family – employees and their immediate family members – who have served our country.

Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication remind us of the strength and resilience that make our communities stronger. Thank you for your service and commitment!
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DE&I Workshop Series

 

NAA DE&I Awareness Week is Back!

It’s time once again for NAA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Awareness Week! This year, we have five full days of learning to help you grow as a DE&I advocate and policy leader, both in the workplace and your community.

Starting on Monday, October 21, each day will feature an expert-led session that builds on the previous day’s lessons. These webinars will explore key DE&I topics and provide strategies to support an inclusive environment in the rental housing industry. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your skills and understanding in creating sustainable DE&I practices!

Webinar Schedule:

  • Oct. 21, 2 p.m. – Convergence: Connecting DE&I and Mental Health
  • Oct. 22, 2 p.m. – Don’t Talk About It, Be About It! Busting Performative DEI
  • Oct. 23, 2 p.m. – Breaking Free: Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
  • Oct. 24, 2 p.m. – Unfiltered: Executive Caregiving & the Work/Life Balance
  • Oct. 25, 2 p.m. – Tough Talk: Keeping an Open Dialogue About DE&I

Make sure to tune in, take notes, and be part of the conversation as we continue to foster a culture of inclusion at Royal American Management and beyond. Let’s use this week to empower ourselves and each other to lead with purpose!

 

Click here to learn more and register

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Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with Nayelis Garrido

 

Celebrating Dominican Culture with Nayelis Garrido’s Pica Pollo and Tostones! 🇩🇴

For National Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight the incredible cultures and traditions that make our communities so special. Today, we’re thrilled to feature Nayelis Garrido, one of our amazing administrative assistants, and the delicious Dominican dish she shared—Pica Pollo (fried chicken) with Tostones (fried plantains)!

For Nayelis, Pica Pollo isn’t just a popular meal in the Dominican Republic—it’s filled with memories of her childhood.

“This dish takes me back to my childhood, especially those beach days with my dad. It’s definitely my ultimate comfort food.”

Dominican Pica Pollo is beloved for its crispy, flavorful fried chicken paired with golden Tostones, and we’re so excited to celebrate this tasty tradition with Nayelis. Thank you for sharing a piece of your heritage with us, Nayelis! Your story and food are a reminder of the rich diversity that makes our communities feel like home.

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Happy Juneteenth!

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Congratulations to our 2024 RAMP Orlando Graduates!

Rising Apartment Management Professionals (RAMP) Graduation Ceremony

The Roberts, Orlando, FL;  April 4, 2024

As graduates, guests and staff entered the community room at The Roberts, the festive decorations, food, and music signaled a celebration: the graduation of five Orlando residents from the RAMP property management training program.

Royal American Management’s RAMP journey began in 2022 in the US Virgin Islands. Following this success, RAM offered a stateside class in Panama City, FL. Orlando’s class marks the third group to complete the comprehensive 210-hour tuition-free training, which includes online and live sessions, diversity overview, job shadowing, a paid internship, Pathway to Policy & Procedure Compliance Training, and job search readiness.

The RAMP Orlando graduation ceremony opened with a welcome address by Kimberly Maggard, Executive Vice President, who provided a brief history of the RAMP program and its benefits. Lori Agudo, Director of Training and Talent Development, highlighted the program’s phases and the graduates’ achievements. Serena Jones, Communications and Marketing Manager, Orlando Neighborhood Improvement Corporation, shared insights and reflections and congratulated the participants.  Graduation certificates were presented by Sonya Knight, RA’s ACE Chair and Director of Resident Services. Each graduate then shared personal stories of motivation, perseverance, and optimism for future employment.  The evening concluded with remarks from Missy Dugas, Senior Vice President of Operations, who emphasized RAM’s commitment to the graduates’ professional growth and employment opportunities.

The ceremony was a heartfelt celebration of hard work, dedication, and bright futures. Overall, five RAMP graduates are now successfully employed with RAM.  Stay tuned for our next RAMP Kickoff event in Miami, FL, on July 11, 2024!

 

 

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Celebrating Pride Month

 

Royal American is proud to join in the celebration of Pride month as we continue to be committed to fostering long-term inclusivity and diversity across our business, our industry, and the communities that we serve.

Together we celebrate the power of love and the many qualities that make us all unique and beautiful!

 

“We deserve to experience love fully, equally, without shame, and without compromise.” – Elliot Page

#RoyalAmericanProud #pridemonth #royalAmerican #pride🌈

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