010 - Leadership, Advocacy, and Housing Affordability: Insights with Sheri Druckman

The multifamily housing industry stands at a critical crossroads. In this episode of The Real Spill, host Katie Spillers is joined by Sheri Druckman https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheri-druckman/ to unravel the complexities of housing policy, advocacy, and leadership development. Sheri, with over 30 years of experience, sheds light on the transformative power of mixed-use and Transit Oriented Developments (TOD), emphasizing how they redefine community living and sustainability.From personal stories that inspire legislative change to the groundbreaking efforts of the Advocacy Academy, this conversation underscores the vital role housing professionals play in shaping policies that impact millions. Sheri and Katie explore challenges like rent control and housing affordability, offering insights into how industry leaders can effectively engage with policymakers to drive meaningful change.In This Episode, We Cover:-Why are personal stories powerful tools for driving legislative change in the housing industry?-What is the role of mixed-use developments and TOD in creating thriving, sustainable communities?-The National Apartment Association’s Advocacy Academy educates and empowers members to influence housing policy effectively.-How can compassionate leadership and committee involvement shape the future of the housing industry?Ready to take your advocacy efforts to the next level? Tune in to this insightful episode of The Real Spill with Sheri Druckman. Gain valuable knowledge, learn from the experts, and discover how you can make a difference in the multifamily housing industry.Love what you’re hearing? Be sure to like, subscribe @MultifamilyMediaNetwork, and share this episode with your network. Don’t miss out on future episodes of The Real Spill! also available on Spotify and ApplePodcastsVisit www.MultifamilyMediaNetwork.com to subscribe to our newsletter and discover our extensive library of podcasts and blogs from industry professionals on all topics related to multifamily.#MultifamilyHousing #AdvocacyMatters #HousingAffordability #LeadershipDevelopment #WeAreApartments #TransitOrientedDevelopment #RealSpillPodcast