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Fall Into Posting Challenge

This fall, we’re challenging Community Managers, Assistant Managers, or anyone else running social media for your community to a simple mission: publish all 13 highlighted posts from our fall social media plan over the next three months.

Here’s how it works:

  • Sign up HERE by September 9th so we know you are participating
  • Follow our social media plan, on our marketing website, with dates and post ideas already mapped out for you. The highlighted posts within the attached plan are to be posted by YOU
  • Complete the challenge and earn $50 in Royal Reward (INCENTCO) points, redeemable for gift cards, just in time for holiday shopping
  • To qualify as completing the challenge you must have posted the highlighted post within the plan (4 for September, 5 for October, and 4 for November).

We’ve kept the posts simple and the timeline clear, so there’s no guesswork. We will send weekly reminders to help keep you on track if you participate, and we’re here to help if you need it!

Want to compete for something extra? The community that grows its follower count the most during the month of September will earn a special bonus on top of the $50 for completing the full challenge. So get creative, get engaging, and see how much traction you can build in just one month!

Check out the Fall Social Media Plan HERE and sign up HERE by September 9 to join the challenge, and get ready to Fall Into Posting!

Only one employee per community (this should be the designated employee who posts to your social media pages). If you have questions about posting using SOCi, please email marketingrequests@royalamerican.com 

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Preparing Today for a Safer Tomorrow

Hurricane preparedness is a year round priority for many of our communities, and several of our Community Managers in the Gulf Coast area recently took the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge at the Gulf Shores Hurricane Preparedness Expo.

This expo brought together emergency management professionals, local organizations, and weather experts to provide valuable resources for storm preparedness. Attendees explored vendor exhibits, collected emergency planning materials and preparation checklists, and had the opportunity to hear from a local meteorologist who answered questions and shared insights on hurricane forecasting and safety.

Representing Royal American at the event were:

  • Miriam Albin, Community Manager – Peppertree
  • Robyn Smith, Assistant Community Manager – Peppertree
  • Rhonda Mink, Community Manager – Sawgrass & Glendale
  • Jessica Shores, Community Manager – Emerald Cove East & Emerald Cove West
  • Stephanie McCrory, Community Manager – Magnolia Crossing & Bell Ridge

By participating in events like this, our teams continue to build the knowledge and resources needed to better serve residents before, during, and after severe weather. Thank you to these team members for their commitment to preparedness and for helping keep our communities informed and resilient!

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Hurricane Season Is Here: Prepare Today, Not Tomorrow

Hurricane season is underway, and now is the time to make sure you and your community are prepared.

For our community teams, preparation is one of the most important steps we can take to help protect our residents, properties, and operations before severe weather arrives. While every storm season is different, having a plan in place ahead of time can help reduce stress and improve response efforts when weather threats develop.

As you review your site’s emergency procedures and preparedness plans, we encourage you to explore the resources available through:

Ready.gov’s Emergency Preparedness Resources

The site offers practical guidance and tools for building an emergency preparedness plan, including:

  • Building an emergency disaster kit
  • Low and no cost preparedness tips
  • Resources for people with disabilities
  • Pet and animal preparedness
  • Tips for helping children prepare for emergencies
  • Business preparedness resources
  • Emergency communication planning

Community Managers and site teams should take time now to review property-specific emergency procedures, ensure important contact information is up to date, and identify any supplies or resources that may be needed before a storm threatens the area.

Preparation is most effective when it happens before it is needed. We encourage all employees to familiarize themselves with these resources and make preparedness a priority throughout hurricane season.

Stay safe, stay informed, and thank you for your continued commitment to serving our communities!

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2026 Recipients of Leadership Education Scholarship Award

Please join us in congratulating the 2026 recipients of the Company’s Leadership Education Scholarship award!

  • Courtney Young, daughter of Tracye Tyson, Regional Manager
  • Christopher Loveless, son of Kristy Cobb, Director of Compliance

Both recipients will receive $2,000.00 each year of the two-year scholarship. The Company’s Leadership Education Scholarship is an annual award for employees’ dependents presented in recognition of their academic and leadership achievements.

Royal American Companies commends all candidates on their academic and leadership achievements and their dedication to further their education. We recognize that attaining a college degree requires great discipline. We want to thank all candidates for applying to the scholarship program. All applications were very impressive and compelling, and we want to encourage all to persevere and achieve their educational goals.

Tracye Tyson and Kristy Cobb, it is an honor to present your families with this scholarship award. Congratulations!

 

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Remembering Mike Mullahey

 

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Mike Mullahey, a Maintenance Supervisor who served multiple properties in the Brooksville area. Mike passed away on April 17, 2026. He was 68 years old.

Mike was, above all, a hard worker. Throughout his career, he was known for his dedication, his willingness to go wherever he was needed, and his patience in helping others learn. Dave Kennedy noted that Mike was a true team player who was always willing to travel and step in whenever called upon.

His coworker and Community Manager, Amber Rodgers-Plants, reflected on the kind of person Mike was both on and off the clock:

“Mike Mullahey was an amazing person, friend, and co-worker. Mike was super smart and a dedicated and hard worker. I would call him and he would take the time and patience to walk me through. The residents, his co-workers, and myself truly cared for him and he for them. He taught me so much and I could never thank him enough. Mike is going to be missed so much.”

Michael Scenna, Maintenance Supervisor at Ridgeview, also shared these words:

“Although I only knew him for a year, he made an impression that is going to last a lifetime.”

Outside of work, Mike was a devoted husband of 37 years to his wife, Eileen, a loving father to Meagan and Timothy, and a proud grandfather to Cameron, Faith, Gavin, Cassidy, and Caitlyn. He was also fortunate to meet his great-granddaughter, Lyric, before his passing.

Those who knew Mike knew he had a big personality and even bigger loyalties. He was a die-hard Yankees fan whose memorabilia collection was legendary, and a Jets fan through every season. He was a lover of Oldies music, classic films, particularly The Warriors, which he could practically recite word for word, and sports trivia that he could rattle off with remarkable depth and enthusiasm.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Mike’s family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. His warmth, his work ethic, and his memorable personality will not be forgotten.

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RPM Careers Week: Onsite Teams Day 2026

Teams pictured: Reserve at Kanapaha, Peppertree Place, Emerald Cove, & The Grove at Perry

Happy RPM Career’s Week! This Wednesday is Onsite Teams Day, and we want to take a moment to celebrate all of the incredible onsite teams who bring our communities to life each and every day. From welcoming new residents to keeping our properties running smoothly, your hard work, attention to detail, and genuine care make all the difference.

Whether you’re in the office or out on the property, you play a vital role in creating a place our residents are proud to call home. It’s the little moments, the quick solutions, and the extra effort that truly set you apart, and we don’t take that for granted.

We are proud to have such dedicated, passionate teams at the heart of our communities. Thank you for everything you do to support our residents and each other!

Join the fun for RPM Careers Week! Participate for your chance to win prizes. We can’t wait to see more of your teams in action! Learn more at https://naahq.org/rpm/careers-week.

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Employee Perk: Home Depot Savings

Employee Announcement – Home Depot Partnership Savings

We’re excited to share a great perk available to all Royal American employees—plus, you’re welcome to share it with family and friends!

The Home Depot has partnered with Royal American Companies to offer discounted pricing on purchases. This includes many items commonly used for apartment communities and home projects such as faucets, toilets, paint, nails, screws, and more.

Available Savings

  • Behr Paint – 20% off
  • Maintenance, repair, and improvement supplies
  • Easy to use at checkout

How to Get the Discount:
When checking out at Home Depot and prompted for a Pro X number, simply enter:
8507698981 (Royal American Corporate Office phone number – no dashes)

That’s it… no additional steps required!

Next time you head to Home Depot, keep this number handy for instant savings. Feel free to share this benefit with your family and friends as well.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Contracting at the corporate office.

Happy saving!

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