“First Class” RAMP Graduates
“First Class” RAMP Graduates
United States Virgin Islands
February 28, 2022
Congratulations to our first Rising Apartment Management Professionals (RAMP) graduating class! Seven residents from our St. Thomas, Virgin Islands communities completed RAMP, a tuition-free intensive property management training program developed by Royal American Management (RAM).
The RAMP property management training program is a joint initiative developed by RAM’s Training Department and Royal American’s company-wide Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiative. A celebratory kick-off event was held at Lovenlund Apartments, in St. Thomas, June 10, 2021 where the program was introduced to our local residents and to representatives from area agencies that support housing, education and employment.
Residents enrolled in the program and completed online courses through Gracehill property management training solutions. Students were supported and mentored during each phase of the program by RAM’s Training Department. Royal American’s DE&I committee provided additional mentoring and training that included a live diversity class, job shadowing, management scenarios, and role play.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a graduation ceremony was held virtually on February 28, 2022; but we didn’t let that stop us from celebrating our graduates for their hard work, dedication, and success.
USVI graduates will participate in the final phase of the program which includes paid internships and on-the-job training as entry-level positions become available in the USVI. Graduates are also welcomed to apply for entry-level property management positions at any state-side RAM managed community.
The virtual graduation ceremony was a day of celebration and reflection for our graduates as each shared their personal experiences and triumphs with completing the program. Royal American Management proudly salutes our “First Class” graduates of 2022:
- Neta Christopher, Lovenlund Apartments
- Madelin Colon, Lovenlund Apartments
- Monique Duncan, Lovenlund Apartments
- Kieshelle Esprit, Amalie Terrace
- Kamilah Joseph, Lovenlund Apartments
- Janna Niles, Lovenlund Apartments
- Laurine Richardson, Grandview
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- Janna Niles, Lovenlund Resident “I was eager to participate in RAMP training because it was something new to learn outside my regular scope of education. I love working with people, and property management is a great way to assist others”
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- Kamilah Joseph, Lovenlund Resident “I was excited to participate in RAMP to learn a new field and broaden my horizons. Knowledge is power!”
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- Kieshelle Esprit, Amalie Terrace Resident “RAMP was a wonderful learning experience that allowed me to challenge myself and experience a career field I may never have known I was interested in.”
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- Laurine Richardson, Grandview Resident “I was excited to take the RAMP training because it was something new to learn. The classes were very interesting!”
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- Monique Duncan, Lovenlund Resident “I was interested in participating in RAMP to increase my knowledge and gain insight on potential property management career opportunities.”
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- Neta Christopher, Lovenlund Resident “I’m so very thankful for this learning opportunity. I feel that RAMP training can truly enhance a participant’s quality of life. “
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- Madelin Colon, Lovenlund Apartments
Congratulations to all!
Congratulations to all of our participants. Job well done!
Congrats to all the First Class of 2022 RAMP Graduates!
Congratulations to all and wishing you the very best!