2026 Leasing & Maintenance Summit

MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE

Get hands-on with the tools, techniques and everyday challenges of property maintenance. Interactive learning stations will give maintenance professionals opportunities to practice technical skills, ask questions and learn directly from industry experts.

Featured experiences include:

• Appliance Diagnosis and Repair — Bray & Scarff
  Work with experienced technicians to explore common appliance problems, practice disassembly and learn how components work together. Build diagnostic skills that can help reduce repeat repairs and unnecessary replacements.

• Basic Electrical Training — Hawkins Electric Service, Inc.
  Participate in interactive training using lighting and wiring demonstrations to strengthen basic electrical skills, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency.

• Name That Part Challenge — O’Connor Plumbing
  Put your plumbing knowledge to the test in a fast-paced challenge. Identify mystery components, explain where they’re used and receive immediate feedback from a plumbing professional.

• Paint Smarter: Protect, Perform & Extend the Life of Your Property — CertaPro Painters of Arlington
  Practice masking and surface-protection techniques, then put scuff-resistant coatings to the test. Learn how proper preparation and product selection can improve results and extend the life of painted surfaces.

• HVAC Training
  Expand your technical knowledge with training focused on another essential area of property maintenance.

LEASING EXPERIENCE

Build confidence, sharpen your skills and strengthen your leasing strategy with training designed to meet you where you are in your career. Concurrent workshops will offer beginner, intermediate and advanced content, giving leasing professionals practical ideas to bring back to their communities.

• Beginner | Leasing Foundations with Amy Earp, Beyond The Balloons Training & Consulting Services (A Division of eWrit Filings)
  Newer leasing professionals will join Amy Earp for foundational training designed to build confidence and support their growth in the leasing role.
• Intermediate | Being a Human Leasing Agent in an AI World — Apartment List
  Learn how to work alongside AI to meet renters’ expectations for fast responses while bringing a human touch where it matters most. Explore practical best practices, from reviewing full AI transcripts before tours to keeping pricing and availability information current. Through live polls and discussion, you’ll leave with actionable tips you can put to use right away.
• Advanced | Danger with “Fine” — Apartment List
  High occupancy doesn’t always tell the whole story. Learn how to recognize early warning signs of a softening leasing pipeline—including declining lead-to-tour conversions—before costly concessions become necessary. Discover which metrics to track to maintain leasing momentum and protect your property’s revenue.

GENERAL SESSION

In How to Win with People, Rommel Anacan will share practical strategies for understanding what drives people, communicating more effectively and building stronger relationships. Attendees will leave with tools to navigate challenging interactions, reduce tension and build trust with residents, coworkers and leaders alike.

Rommel Anacan (pronounced Roe-mell Ana-kin) is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and consultant who has spent more than 20 years helping apartment professionals lead better, lease better, work better and achieve extraordinary results.

Drawing on a multifamily career that has taken him from leasing to corporate leadership, Rommel combines real-world industry experience with high-energy, practical strategies that audiences can put to work immediately. His engaging and relatable approach has made him a sought-after speaker for apartment associations and leading multifamily organizations across the country.

Rommel has presented at major industry events including Apartmentalize, Brainstorming and Multifamily Executive, and has worked with organizations including Yardi Systems, Camden, Lincoln Property Company, Apartments.com, Liberty Military Housing, Bainbridge, Atlantic Pacific Companies, IREM, BOMA and many others.

When he isn't speaking or consulting, Rommel enjoys spending time with his family in Southern California, serving as a pastor at his church, volunteering with the Civil Air Patrol, wearing cowboy boots and watching sports—and the occasional Hallmark movie.

The afternoon program will begin with a keynote general session with Rommel Anacan during lunch, followed by the Leasing Professional Awards, Maintenance Professional Awards and a networking reception celebrating the people whose skill and dedication keep communities thriving.

Now in their 14th year, PMA’s Leasing Professional Awards and Maintenance Professional Awards recognize the frontline talent behind exceptional resident experiences, strong community operations and outstanding property performance. This year’s luncheon will bring together nominees, supervisors, teams, sponsors and industry leaders for an energizing afternoon of recognition, storytelling and appreciation.

The 2026 Maintenance Professional Awards mark a record-breaking year, with 92 entries representing approximately 20 area property management companies. The Leasing Professional Awards also reflect strong industry participation, with 78 entries representing 17 property management companies.

Throughout the luncheon, PMA will spotlight the individuals who go above and beyond for their communities—from leasing professionals who connect prospects with their next homes to maintenance professionals who solve problems, support residents and keep properties running smoothly.

Support Your Team at the Awards Luncheon beginning 12p.m.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Leasing & Maintenance Summit is PMA's premier event dedicated to the professionals who drive resident satisfaction, property performance, and operational excellence across the multifamily housing industry. This engaging one-day experience combines professional development, networking, interactive activations, and the presentation of the Leasing Professional Awards and Maintenance Professional Awards.

Attendees gain practical insights, discover innovative solutions, and celebrate the achievements of the industry's top performers while connecting with peers and supplier partners from throughout the Washington metropolitan region.

Sponsorship offers a powerful opportunity to increase brand visibility, engage directly with multifamily professionals, and demonstrate your support for the people who make our communities successful every day.

Thank You to Our Current 2026 Leasing & Maintenance Summit Sponsors!

Parking

Parking is available in the 3 Bethesda Metro Center Garage, which is located underneath the Hyatt Regency Bethesda and conveniently located across from the Bethesda Metro Station. 

Please enter through the Ball Entrance. Watch the video here to see how to navigate to P3! 

• Event Parking Rate: $13 per vehicle

• For the most convenient access to the hotel and event space, we recommend parking on Level P3.

Garage Address
3 Bethesda Metro Center
Bethesda, MD

Please allow a few extra minutes to park and make your way to the event registration area.

Metro Access

Traveling by Metro? The Bethesda Metro Station is located directly beneath the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, making it easy to arrive without driving. The station is served by the Red Line, providing convenient access to and from Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas.

Entrée
Grilled Ginger Chicken

Sides

• Mashed Potatoes
• Seasonal Vegetables
• Fresh-Baked Rolls

Salad
Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Torte

Dietary Accommodations:

Sweet Potato Cassoulet: Roasted heirloom carrots, smoky black-eyed peas, collard greens, tomato confit & cornbread crumble (GF, Vegan) 

Vegan Dessert
Chef’s Choice

Beverages
Iced Tea

Hot Tea and Coffee served with dessert