Unscripted

Welcome to Unscripted, the podcast that dives into the real stories shaping the rental housing industry. Each episode features candid conversations with industry leaders, exploring key successes, challenges, and strategies. Whether you’re navigating risks or building people-first organizations, Unscripted connects you to the heart of rental housing with authentic, unfiltered insights. No scripts attached!

Welcome to Unscripted: Revealing the Heart of Multifamily with Janine Jovanovic, LeaseLock CEO

In the premiere episode of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, your host, and special guest Janine Jovanovich, CEO of LeaseLock, introduce the heart of the podcast. This episode sets the tone for a multifamily industry podcast aimed at exploring real stories from within the industry. We dive into what makes multifamily housing meaningful—why people are drawn to the business and what keeps them committed. Andrew and Janine share their own multifamily journeys, rooted in a desire to make a difference, and discuss how social good (the “S” in ESG) will be a driving force throughout the series. Tune in as we kick off the conversation about creating communities, making an impact, and elevating the renters’ experience.

Episode 20: Reputation is the Real Brand | Tony Sousa, Sousa Consulting & Sousa Supplier Network

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Discover how AI is reshaping multifamily operations in this special episode of Unscripted, filmed live at RETCON 2024. LeaseLock’s Andrew Sims sits down with Aptly CEO Sina Shekou to explore automation, centralization, and a groundbreaking new voice AI feature that’s transforming property management.

Episode 19: Leadership Lessons from the Gym Floor | Katherine Maestas, Kairoi Residential

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Discover how AI is reshaping multifamily operations in this special episode of Unscripted, filmed live at RETCON 2024. LeaseLock’s Andrew Sims sits down with Aptly CEO Sina Shekou to explore automation, centralization, and a groundbreaking new voice AI feature that’s transforming property management.

Episode 15: Beyond the Numbers – Multifamily as a Platform for Change | Grady Newman, President / CEO of Resi

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What if we’re looking at real estate all wrong? In this thought-provoking episode of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, sits down with Grady Newman, Founder & CEO of Resi, to explore how multifamily housing can be more than just an investment—it can be a catalyst for social change.

Episode 14: Rent, Risk & Market Trends for 2025 | Greg Willett, LeaseLock

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Ahead of the NMHC Annual Meeting and before the launch of Unscripted Season 2, we’re bringing you an exclusive conversation designed to jumpstart your year with data-driven insights and predictions. Host Andrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, is joined by Jeremy Thomason, Managing Principal at Convolo Capital, to discuss the results of a groundbreaking survey of multifamily executives and asset management leaders.

Episode 13: Special Feature – 2025 Multifamily Outlook | Jeremy Thomason, Convolo Capital

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Ahead of the NMHC Annual Meeting and before the launch of Unscripted Season 2, we’re bringing you an exclusive conversation designed to jumpstart your year with data-driven insights and predictions. Host Andrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, is joined by Jeremy Thomason, Managing Principal at Convolo Capital, to discuss the results of a groundbreaking survey of multifamily executives and asset management leaders.

Episode 12: A Look Back at Unscripted Season 1 with Host Andrew Bowen SVP at LeaseLock

The multifamily market is evolving, and 2025 presents both challenges and opportunities for investors, owners, and operators. Greg Willett, Chief Economist at LeaseLock, joins Andrew Bowen, SVP at LeaseLock, to break down the latest market fundamentals, rent growth predictions, and the increasing challenges in data transparency that could impact investment strategies.

Episode 11: Tech as a Force for Good in Housing | Kevin Donnelly, RETTC

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Discover how AI is reshaping multifamily operations in this special episode of Unscripted, filmed live at RETCON 2024. LeaseLock’s Andrew Sims sits down with Aptly CEO Sina Shekou to explore automation, centralization, and a groundbreaking new voice AI feature that’s transforming property management.

Episode 10: From Lincoln to Willow Bridge: The Power of Culture in Multifamily | Trina Williams

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In Episode 11 of Unscripted, Andrew Bowen, SVP of LeaseLock, connects with Kevin Donnelly, Executive Director and Chief Advocacy Officer at the Real Estate Technology and Transformation Center (RETTC). Fresh off RETTC’s launch at OpTech, Kevin discusses the organization’s mission to leverage technology as a force for good in real estate, improving housing affordability and resident outcomes.

Episode 9: Balancing IQ and EQ in Multifamily Leadership | Brandy Daniel, CDO at BH Management

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Trina Williams shares her 24-year journey at Willow Bridge and talks rebranding, company culture, and tech’s role in humanizing multifamily operations.

About the Host

Andrew Bowen
Senior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

Featuring Industry Insiders

On Unscripted, we bring you candid conversations with a diverse range of multifamily industry insiders. Our guests include senior executives, chief economists, investment strategists, and property management leaders who are shaping the future of rental housing. We sit down with institutional investors, development experts, and ESG advocates to explore how they are navigating market risks, building people-first organizations, and redefining the social aspects of ESG in real estate. These industry thought leaders share their expertise, challenges, and forward-thinking strategies, providing our audience with practical insights and a unique look behind the curtain of the multifamily sector. Whether you’re an operator, investor, or curious about multifamily housing, our interviews offer unfiltered stories from the industry’s top professionals.

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