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The Texas Apartment Association’s professional awards recognize the hard work and contributions of industry professionals who work toward growth and development of their apartment associations and the community.

By recognizing the contributions of individuals who exemplify success in their field, TAA hopes to encourage other individuals to strive for excellence and become active participants in their local apartment associations.

Award categories

  • Barbara MacManus Apartment Manager of the Year Award
  • Mary Williams Maintenance Technician of the Year Award
  • Leasing Professional of the Year Award
  • Rita Kirby Regional Property Manager of the Year Award
  • Association Executive of the Year Award
  • Olin Steele Product/Service Member Award
  • Frank P. Finch Presidential Award\

2009 award winners

Congratulations to these deserving individuals and to all past recipients of TAA's prestigious industry and volunteer awards.

Rita Kirby Regional Property Manager of the Year
Kara Garst, CAPS, Austin

Barbara MacManus Manager of the Year
Tricia Grimstead, CAM, CAPS, NALP, Lubbock

Mary Williams Maintenance Technician of the Year
Dennis Norris, CAMT, College Station

Leasing Professional of the Year
Kristin Redding, NALP, Austin

Association Executive of the Year
Elisa Ochoa, Galveston

Olin Steele Product/Service Member
Kay Gilson Sachs, CAS, CSP, Austin

Contact your local apartment association for more information.