National Espresso Martini Day: A Spirited Celebration for Your Community
March 15 is National Espresso Martini Day — the one day a year where it’s perfectly acceptable (and encouraged) to mix your coffee with a little bit of vodka. And we think it’s the perfect excuse to shake things up at your property with an event residents will actually want to attend. Espresso martinis have […]
WithMe, Inc. Named a Top Employer by the National Apartment Association for Second Consecutive Year
Chicago, IL – March 14, 2025 – WithMe, Inc., a leader in technology-powered printer solutions and coffee amenities, including PrintWithMe and SipWithMe, has been named a top supplier company employer in the National Apartment Association‘s (NAA) Top Employers Awards for the second consecutive year. NAA is the leading advocate for quality rental housing in […]
WithMe, Inc. Recognized with Stevie® Award for Excellence in Customer Service
Leading technology-enabled amenity supplier honored for customer-centric innovation in consumer products and services. CHICAGO, IL — March 13, 2025 — WithMe, Inc., a leader in technology-powered printer solutions and coffee amenities, has been named a Bronze Stevie® Award winner in the 19th annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The company was […]
Dave Marcinkowski | Founding Partner | Madera Residential
EPISODE SUMMARY Success in multifamily real estate is about more than just smart investments — it is about values, relationships and continuous improvement. In this episode, host Jonathan Treble sits down with Dave Marcinkowski, founding partner at Madera Residential, to discuss his journey from bookkeeping to building a $2.2 billion real estate portfolio. Dave’s career […]
The Multifamily Amenities That Actually Drive ROI (And the Ones That Don’t)
Amenities aren’t just nice-to-have extras—they’re either driving revenue or draining resources. Yet, many properties invest in flashy features that look good in marketing but offer little real value to residents. Let’s be real: A pool that’s open three months a year? A rooftop lounge that sits empty? Those don’t move the needle on retention. But […]
The ROI of Multifamily Amenities and Proptech: Beyond Cost to Community Impact
If you think multifamily amenities are just perks, your residents would disagree. Today’s discerning renters aren’t just looking for a place to live – they want modern amenities that cater to their busy lifestyles, align with their values and enhance their sense of community. Yet, many properties are resting their laurels on features that barely […]
WithMe, Inc. Partners with Hiring Our Heroes to Expand Career Opportunities for Service Members, Veterans and Military Spouses
CHICAGO, IL — Feb. 25, 2025 — WithMe, Inc., a leader in technology-powered printer solutions and coffee amenities, is teaming up with Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) to help veterans, military spouses and transitioning service members secure rewarding civilian careers. As part of this initiative, WithMe is proud to become a corporate donor for HOH while […]
5 Student Housing Amenities Gen Z Actually Wants (It’s Not What You Think)
Student housing is booming — now a $10 billion market with demand expected to hit 9.2 million beds by 2031. That means more properties, more competition and a race to attract (and retain) residents. But here’s where things get interesting: What actually gets students to sign a lease — and renew it — isn’t what many […]
National Café au Lait Day: An Underrated Classic Gets Its Moment
February 17 is National Café au Lait Day – the perfect excuse to slow down and enjoy a great cup of coffee. The History of Café au Lait Café au lait, French for “coffee with milk,” is a classic coffee drink made with drip coffee and steamed milk in equal parts. Unlike a latte, it […]
Eric Broughton | Chief Executive Officer | OK2Charge
EPISODE SUMMARY What does it take to revolutionize an entire industry…multiple times? Eric Broughton has been at the forefront of multifamily innovation for decades. Now, as CEO of OK2Charge, he is tackling the next frontier: integrating electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions into multifamily and vacation rental properties. Eric’s career has been a masterclass in technology, […]