Committees

About GCNKAA Committees

Committees are one of the most productive tools an association has to accomplish the organization’s goals and objectives. Whether you are chairing a committee or are a committee member, you face the challenge of getting involved in the work the committee was formed to accomplish. The recommendations of a committee often have a direct impact on the decisions made by the officers and the board of directors of the association.

Most committees are open to the whole association. To join one, simply e-mail us!

Learn about each committee below and for further questions don't hesitate to reach out.

regan@gcnkaa.org | nicole@gcnkaa.org | michele@gcnkaa.org | zach@gcnkaa.org

 DE&I | Education | IRO | Legislative

 Membership | NextGen

One of the newest committees at the association, the DE&I Committee doesn't have defined or limited actions. Rather, the committee has the sole purpose of advancing the DE&I mission statement as seen below. The committee acts as a hub for the association to pool ideas on how to best to forward the mission. The activities and projects undertaken by this committee range form surveying, mentorship programs, event planning, education, and more!

"As the voice of the rental housing industry in our region, GCNKAA will model inclusion and embrace the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of those with whom we work and exist to serve."

Open to: All under-represented individuals within our industry, including those supporting the DE&I mission statement.

Initiative: Coordinates activities related to increasing the overall diversity of GCNKAA’s membership and to ensure GCNKAA is an inclusive organization with programming to meet the needs of our diverse stakeholder community.

Meetings: Monthly online meetings via Zoom. Second Wednesday of every month 11:00 - 12:00 PM

Staff Liaison: Regan Tassell           

Chairs: Oksana Luk, Nichole Wiley, Jessica Doctor

One of the 3-pillar benefits to being a GCNKAA member is getting access to our member-priced training. Ranging from industry essentials like Fair Housing, to more specific courses on Social Media, and even getting physical with Maintenance seminars, the association offers 20-25 classes a year for it's members. The Education Committee are the overseers of our training. This means they decide what topics are offered each year, decide instructors (sometimes including themselves), give feedback on courses, and generally help make connections with stakeholders. 

Open to: Primary and Associate Members.

Initiative: Sets the direction of the association education calendar including NAA designations, in-house content, and works with the trade show committee.

Meetings: Monthly online meetings via Zoom. Second Wednesday of every month 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Staff Liaison: Regan Tassell

             Chairs: Angela Lacy, Mike Markus, Todd Hignite

Did you know 50% of owned apartment units are Independent Rental Owners? The association is not just for the large communities, we are for all Multi-Family operators. However it's not hard to imagine that the needs of an Independent Rental Owner are very different than that of a large company. This committee, made up of IROs, is how we make sure we are servicing the needs of our independents. They plan separate events, oversee resource creation, and make sure to establish a network of IRO's to lend a helping hand to those entering our industry and even those seasoned Owner/Operators. 

Open to: Independent Rental Owners (An individual or individuals that are active in both the ownership and management of their properties)

Initiative: Plans the IRO meetings and topics to be discussed.

Meetings: Monthly online meetings via Zoom. First Wednesday of every month 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Staff Liaison: Regan Tassell                         Chairs: Heather Barrow

One of the 3-pillar benefits that the association provides it's members is in the arena of legislation & government relations. As an individual or company within the rental housing industry there is no better place to get up-to date information & news about anything good or bad that that will affect your businesses. We work with city, town, state, and federal government to not only advocate for the Multi-Family Industry but to give our feedback and input on important issues. 

Open to: Primary and Associate Members.

Initiative: Work with the state associations and the local city council to keep abreast of issues related to our industry.

Meetings: 

Staff Liaison: Kevin Coughlin                  Chairs: Brian Fullenkamp, Justin Seger

Are you a people person? Do you want to know who is coming and who is going? Membership may just be the committee for you! This committee focuses on the recruitment, retention, and mentorship of GCNKAA members. Help us grow the family here at the association and empower those in the family to be as successful as those who have come before and those who will come after.

Open to: Associate and Primary Members.

Initiative: Responsible for membership retention & recruitment, membership drive, and mentoring new members.

Meetings: Monthly Zoom meetings with chairs, quarterly in-person meetings with full committee. Second Tuesday of the month from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Staff Liaison: Nicole Metz & Rick Holste          Chairs: John Recob & Gerry Johnson

NextGen is a peer group dedicated to networking and professional development of the future leaders in the multi-family housing industry. No leader is too young or too old! NextGen events are free, usually come with food & drinks, and fun activities. What's not to love?!? In all seriousness, we know how important it is in this industry to have a great network around you and to constantly be developing yourself. This committee is always looking for more ways to do just that. Get involved and help plan events, activities, and resources for helping those looking to build a career in the Multi-Family Industry!

Open to: Primary and Associate Members.

Initiative: Promote, support, and mentor career-focused professionals in the Multi-Family Housing industry. 

Meetings: Monthly online meetings via Zoom. Second Wednesday of every month 9:00 - 10:00 AM

Staff Liaison: Regan Tassell      Chairs: Jordann Morgan, Megan Lawhon

PROGRAMS COMMITTEE

The Programs Committee provides leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the GCNKAA'S programs. Responsibilities may include reviewing program proposals, monitoring outcomes and impact, supporting staff and volunteers in program delivery, and recommending improvements or new initiatives to the board. The Programs Committee oversees the fall and summer golf outings, the Business Exchange, the Holiday Cheers Benefit, the Bus Tour, and the various stand-alone events, including General Membership Meetings and networking.

Staff Liaison: Michele Klusman
Chairs: Craig Coffman, Rod Herper, and Grant Saunders
Committee Meetings: In-person Meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 12 pm. Zoom meeting is an option.

Bus Tour Task Force: Promote communities, gauge interest, launch, and develop the structure for the GCNKAA Bus Tour
Chairs: Sara Woods and Jessica Docter

Business Exchange Task Force: Planning and securing participants for annual Business Exchange.
Chair: Jordann Morgann

Fall Golf Outing: Involves securing sponsors, creating promotional pieces, and overall general input regarding the golf outing. Proceeds to fund Industry Defense Fund. (Better Government Fund)
Chairs: John Recob & Grant Saunders

Holiday Cheers Benefit: Involves securing donations, event coordination and set up. Net proceeds directly benefit the Outreach program. 
Chairs: Lloyd Cobble, Gerry Johnson, Jennifer Illanz

Summer Golf Committee: Involves securing sponsors, creating promotional pieces, overall general input regarding the golf outing.
Chairs: Dennis Merkle & Bob Kohlman