005 - Advocacy Academy with Katie Spillers - Multifamily Mixtape

From Leasing to Legislative Advocacy: Katie Spillers' Journey in Multifamily Housing | Multifamily Mixtape Curious about the multifamily industry? Dive into an inspiring journey with Katie Spillers, a 22-year veteran who transitioned from leasing to legislative advocacy. Discover how she found her passion, fought for industry change, and became a powerful voice in multifamily housing. Welcome back to the Multifamily Mixtape! In today's episode, host Mark Sharp sits down with Katie Spillers, a 22-year veteran of the multifamily industry. Katie's journey from leasing consultant to becoming a legislative advocate for the industry is nothing short of inspiring. Hear how she navigated through various roles, dealt with challenges, and ultimately found her calling in government affairs. In this episode, we discuss: * Her unexpected entry into the multifamily industry and the valuable lessons she learned along the way. * The pivotal role of NAA's Advocacy Academy and how it has shaped her approach to legislative engagement. * The importance of telling your story in advocacy and how it can influence legislation at the local and national levels. * Her experiences with NIMBY vs. YIMBY and the ongoing battle for affordable housing. Whether you're new to the multifamily industry or a seasoned professional, Katie's story will resonate with anyone passionate about making a difference in their field. For more insights and industry updates, visit MultifamilyMediaNetwork.com and be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode to stay informed! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Katie Spillers 01:29 - How Katie Entered the Multifamily Industry 05:22 - Transition from Leasing to Management Roles 09:40 - Learning Marketing Strategies and Onsite Challenges 16:49 - Navigating Property Management and Education 22:19 - Transition to Legislative Advocacy and Government Affairs 30:11 - Understanding NAA's Legislative Work and PAC Ambassadors 40:19 - The Importance of YIMBY and Affordable Housing 47:13 - Katie’s Involvement in NAA’s Advocacy Academy 53:25 - Finding Passion and Purpose in the Multifamily Industry 01:03:43 - Katie’s Advice for Newcomers to Multifamily 01:11:49 - Conclusion: Final Thoughts and Upcoming Topics If you enjoyed this episode, please like, comment, and subscribe to the Multifamily Mixtape for more stories and insights from industry leaders. Visit MultifamilyMediaNetwork.com for additional content, and don’t forget to share this episode to help spread the word about the multifamily industry!