We would like to take the time to recognize a very special employee. This person not only took the initiative to elevate her professional job skills on her own time, but excelled in doing it. She set her sights on a very hard to achieve and coveted designation in her field and achieved it with flying colors. She is the only member of our HR department to have received this designation. She is the picture of determination, self-motivated, and exceptional. Anyone who knows Domonic Butler could attest to that. We could not let her sneak by without being recognized for the tremendous amount of work she put into this endeavor. Domonic Butler, we are so proud of you and are celebrating you and your achievement today! Way to go!

 

About the SHRM Designation:

SHRM–CP stands for  Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional.

Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential makes you a recognized expert
and leader in the HR field—and a valuable asset to your organization, keeping
you and your organization more competitive in today’s economy. This professional
distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge
and skills.

​COMPETENCY-BASED

The profession is no longer just about what you know—facts and figures—but rather how you effectively implement that knowledge in the workplace each and every day. SHRM certification provides you the opportunity to prove not only what you know but also how you can apply that knowledge on the job.

RELEVANT 
SHRM certifications directly link to on-the-job scenarios and realistic work situations.

 

This month’s wellness newsletter features:

1. 5 Great Reasons to Try Strength Training
2. Strong Bones are Crucial to a Healthy Body
3. Recipe: Easy Watermelon Sorbet

July 2020 Better You Pursuit Newsletter

 

Bilingual Emotional Support Helpline

Florida Blue launched a 24-hour, free emotional support helpline for all Floridians, in partnership with New Directions Behavioral Health. Any Floridian – even if uninsured or insured by another plan – can call 833-848-1762 for support in managing feelings of stress, anxiety, grief or fear related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Counselors cannot provide information on COVID-19 testing or treatment. We have attached graphics about the helpline that you are welcome to share.

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We know since our postings spreading the awesome news of the 2019 award winners the excitement for the property of the year award winner has been looming in everyone’s mind. WHO IS THE WINNER YOU ARE ALL THINKING??

 

We are delighted to announce that The Property of the Year for 2019 is Nantahala Village Apartments!

 

Being nominated for ‘Property of the Year’ is a very high achievement as it takes a lot of hard work and dedication. It also involves a rigorous process to make it all the way to the top of the list.

 

• Must have a physical occupancy that averages 96% or better for the entire year
• NOI that is higher than the previous year and exceeds the annual budget expectations
• Any and all inspections whether internally or externally must be above average and the attitude of the staff must be exemplary
• Must maintain a low delinquency and low turnover

Each year, Regional Managers send a list of the properties in their portfolio who meet the above criteria to their Regional Vice President. Meeting the numbers is the starting point. Once receiving a list of the sites that have met the numerical criteria, then RVP’s begin to compare other aspects such as improvement, teamwork, overall attitude, and much more to come up with front runners for each region. Once each region’s representative is chosen, the winners move into the last phase of determining a winner. Kimberly Maggard, Senior Vice President of Operations comes together with Kerri Toth, President of Operations and Denise Ost, Executive Vice President of Operations and the three discuss at length the sites offered up for each region and after much deliberation, a winner is selected.

Our Winners:

The incredible staff at Nantahala Village includes

• Community Manager, Angie Brock
• Leasing Consultant, Tanya Varela
• Maintenance Supervisor, Jeff Hamler
• Maintenance Technician, Chris Winchell

 

We could not imagine simply handing this award over to the staff or presenting it like any other, it’s a pretty big deal you know. This year, although we were limited with restrictions from COVID-19, Regional Manager Angie Dickerson had asked the team at Nantahala to make plans for a staff lunch. The Regional Manager and awesome staff jumped in the car and headed to lunch where they were greeted by the Regional Vice President Jeanne Hatten.

 

We were able to present the awards that the property received for 2019 as well as the surprise Property of the Year coveted award. Many tears were shed as this team works towards this accomplishment year over year by being nominated every year since we began management in 2016.

 

Congratulations again, we are all so proud of you!