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Hotel reservations must be made by phone: call 1-888-746-6955 and ask for the "Brainstorming" rate of $165 per night (single or double occupancy). Please note that this special rate expires on October 17, 2008, dependent on availability within our block and at the hotel. (This means that should our block fill before October 17th, the hotel will automatically begin booking at market rate until rooms are sold out in general. Please book your rooms as soon as possible if you plan to attend.)

What Our Attendees Have To Say
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“After attending the last Brainstorming session, I received enough wonderful ideas that I was able to share 15-18 marketing, leasing and renewal tips each month with my 30 communities for 12 months! This years session was no exception - I'm taking back TONS of great new ideas!”
Patty Allen, Director of Sales & Marketing, AIMCO

“I love the Brainstorming Sessions. It is by far the BEST SEMINAR I go to throughout the year. I negotiated my attendance every year into my employment contract!”
Wenda Gonzalez, Multi-Site Property Manager, Corporate Leasing Trainer
Simms Management

Are These Multifamily Professionals Any Different Than You?

Do they have bottomless budgets and anemic competitors? No way! They face exactly the same challenges you do - every single working day. They struggle to keep the traffic up, the leases closing, the residents renewing, income up and costs down. They’ve found help and support in our previous Brainstorming Sessions™ and now you can too! WE GUARANTEE RESULTS!

I’m so confident you’ll agree with the hundreds of others who have benefited from previous Brainstorming Sessions, that I offer you a 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE of satisfaction!

Attend the Sessions; learn hundreds of ready-to-implement ideas from other industry executives. Take these fresh ideas home with you and use them throughout the year. If your communities’ incomes and property values don’t skyrocket, you’re guaranteed a 100% refund - no questions asked. R.S.V.P. Now! Call (727) 784-9469 or visit our online registration area.

Tami L. Siewruk
Chief Imagination Officer
Sales & Marketing Magic Companies, Inc.

Here is what Ross Schafer a 6-Time Emmy Award winning Comedian/Writer/and TV Host who presented "Nobody Moved Your Cheese" in Reno 2003 had to say about the event:

Tami, I was so impressed with your group I included you all in my monthly newsletter:

700 WOMEN IN PAJAMAS
I walked into the ballroom of Reno’s Silver Legacy hotel to present my “Nobody Moved Your Cheese” program to 700 Apartment Professionals – only to discover them all wearing wild pajamas and fluffy slippers. They were howling, laughing, and shaking noisemakers until anyone’s migraine would just give up and slink home.

The theme was, “Dreaming Up Fresh Ideas” and boisterous brainstorming was bubbling over at each round table of (8). The results were amazing. These woman (and 25% men) were freewheeling ideas and revealing their “best practices” at the speed of shout. This pajama game was hilariously brilliant! When people dress in costumes, they aren’t themselves. And, that’s a great trick for releasing creativity. No risk in spouting out something ridiculous...because you already look ridiculous. Then, at the end of the conference, all of the new ideas were documented and shared with the rest of the members. More organizations should stop hoarding innovation and realize that letting people share their ideas makes them feel valuable – excuse me; invaluable. The organizations who can do that with sincerity will enjoy a triumphant bottom line. If it takes checking an employee’s staid personality at the door for an hour, companies might just risk having...a satisfied workforce.

For my part, they honored me with a standing ovation. Maybe it was because I was genuinely moved that they were not waiting for more marketing money or more staff or more anything to make them successful. They were deciding to be successful. They understood my urging that, “Relationships will replace customer service. We are going to have to risk liking people again.” This group took it a step further – they proved that networking really means trust and friendship. So, if your clients are looking for something unique, fun, and wildly productive, tell them about the Sales and Marketing Magic meeting. Open minded associations can learn a lot from 700 women in pajamas.

Thanks again,

Ross Shafer Productions
(800) 747-1710 • (949) 837-7767 fax
21891 Huron Lane • Lake Forest, Calif. 92630
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“Everyone needs fresh ideas to stay alive in this business and Brainstorming is the place to get them!”
Debbie Barlow, Regional Property Manager. Gene B. Glick

“The Brainstorming Sessions are awesome. Why didn’t I come to one sooner!”
Laura Reeves, Property Supervisor, KRB Management

“Every year, every session just gets better and better. You have no choice but to walk away energized!”
Jeff Hass, VP Training, ERC Management Co.

“If you’re not enthused by this Brainstorming Session, you don’t have a pulse. Everyone working in the industry HAS TO ATTEND. It was just incredible. I feel so much more creative than I ever realized I could be!”
Susan Haldeman, Furnished Services Manager, Princeton Properties

“This is my first Brainstorming and it is the best investment my company could have made. I received so much information and valuable ideas to implement. I am so excited. Thank you!”
Sherry Silva, Regional Community Director, Icon Properties, LLC
“The Brainstorming Sessions creates hundreds of ideas rather than just class style. Teaming with others who share your challenges opens new doors with new solutions that can’t be found anywhere else!”
Shannon Brandon, VP of Operations, Cambridge Partners, Inc.

“After I attended Brainstorming in Reno, I left with a renewed confidence and was able to use that to move ahead with my company so I knew I had to be at this one. Thanks!
Karen Strout, Area Director, WCDM Management
“This has been the most fantastic conference I have ever attended. Great ideas. Great networking. I can’t wait for the next one!”
Carol Yates, National Marketing Director, CAPREIT
“I came to Brainstorming completely void of ideas. I’m leaving with 100’s of ideas and a rejuvenated spirit!”
Erica Huber, Regional Trainer, CnC Investments

“We have already called other staff members and told them they must attend in Vegas!”
Kelli Meyers, Director of Marketing, Naples Realty Group, LLC

“Sharing ideas at Brainstorming solved an issue I was dealing with on the first day!”
Monica Garcia, Regional Manager, EPT Management Co.

“I am new to this industry and this has shot me way ahead of the learning curve. I am so excited and can’t wait to get back to work!”
Patti Tomasello, Director of Operations, CAL Realty Group

“A show beyond your imagination. A MUST ATTEND for all industry professionals!”
Nina Kirtley, Marketing Director , American Realty Investors

“What a fun than to share ideas with others in the same industry and feeling that you’ve made a difference. Will be back to learn and share more. Loved it!”
Tammy Huver, Property Manager, Cambridge Partners, Inc.

“Thank you so much! I had a great time and loved it. I am going home with tons of ideas and lots to do!”
Amy VanDerKamp, Regional Marketing Det.,Timberland Partners

“The Brainstorming Sessions will turnaround your perspective. This event is very motivating, inspiring and fun!
Shannon Piedrahita, Property Manager, Trammell Crow Residential

“This seminar was so inspiring I am filled with enthusiasm and brand new ideas. I can’t wait to get back to start implementing my ideas!”
Amy Boyers, Leasing Manager, Trammell Crow Residential

“It is just amazing what you get out of Brainstorming. So many ideas and you actually are able to create new ideas yourself!”
Mary Lazar, Multi-Site Property Manager, Thomson Corporation

“Great event! Motivational. You will go home with a trunk load of ideas you can put into action.”
Angie Knipstein, Marketing Specialist, United Dominion Realty Trust

“The number of ideas generated would be impossible to achieve independently. And the ability to build upon an idea was beyond belief!”
Regional Property Manager National Youth Advocate Program

“Perfect re-charge for your Multifamily battery!”
Eric Slack, Area Manager, Quintus Corp.

“Getting to hear all the ideas and plans was fabulous. I love learning how to do my job better!”
Kristen Byrd, Property Manager, Arbor Properties

“This was my first Brainstorming & prior to arriving I was dragging my feet about coming, but I’ve enjoyed it more than I ever thought I would. I’m leaving re-motivated!”
Brenda Jordan, Leasing Director, Berskshire Property Advisors

“This was my 1st time at Brainstorming and I am bringing back many miracles (ideas) to enhance my community and cutback on concessions!”
Carol Allison, Manager, The Mullins Company

“Everyone needs fresh ideas to stay alive in this business and Brainstorming is the place to get them!”
Debbie Barlow, Regional Property Manager, Gene B. Glick

“I am totally rejuvenated and am leaving with a ton of great ‘do-able’ ideas. I can’t wait for the next Brainstorming. Wow! What energy!”
Kim Robb, Property Manager, Continental Properties

“Not only were there tremendous ideas shared it’s actually an excellent opportunity to see where your company stands in the industry and what tools we can use to excel!”
Nathan Keas, Regional Trainer, Capstone Real Estate

“I am so excited to have so many refreshing new ideas that I can put to use right away. It kick-started my brain and took me it to a new level!”
Karen Markwat, Marketing Director, Cambridge Partners, Inc.

“Lots of motivation, lots of fun, just lots of learning new and even improved ideas … Imagine That!”
Susan Davis, Regional Property Manager, Drucker and Falk, LLC

“The most fun at work that I have ever had!”
Tonya Solomon, Marketing Manager, Drucker and Falk, LLC

“I love this conference. I always walk away with tons of ideas that I can implement right away. Love it, Love it, Love it!” Tandi Tucker Toni, Regional Marketing Director, Berkshire Property Advisors

“This event gave me a completely new spin on this industry. I now see numerous career paths before me!”
Michelle Burns, Marketing Director, AMLI

“If you’re not enthused by this Brainstorming, you don’t have a pulse. Everyone working in the industry HAS TO ATTEND. It was just incredible. I feel so much more creative than I ever realized I could be!”
Susan Haldeman, Furnished Services Manager, Princeton Properties

“Brainstorming is a great time, you’ll meet wonderful people and get some great ideas to implement at your communities!”
Wendi Westfall, Property Manager, Professional Equities

“Brainstorming is everyone working together at a table. The table came up with a good marketing campaign to increase traffic on my property. I’m sure it is going to be a success!”
Vicky Williams, Manager, Mullens Company

“This Brainstorming Session was a great way to see others ideas and make so many contacts within our industry. This is a wonderful experience for anyone who is looking to learn!”
Mark Johnston, Director of Marketing, CRES Management

“The Brainstorming Sessions creates hundreds of ideas rather than just class style. Teaming with others who share your challenges opens new doors with new solutions that can’t be found anywhere else!”
Shannon Brandon, VP of Operations, Cambridge Partners, Inc.

“I have never felt so motivated to do my job better!”
Christy Hein, Property Manager, WCDM Management, LLC

“I’ve gained self improvement. I’m so excited about going back and facing challenges rather than avoiding them!” Tennille Henderson, Property Manager, Springs At Orange Park

“Sooo much information, I’ll need my staff to help me remember everything when I get back!”
Nicole Brogan, Director of Property Management, Gunstra Builders

“These few days have been extremely great in allowing me to pick the brains of many industry professionals from throughout the country!”
Telisha Ryans, Project Coordinator, Epoch Management, Inc.

“This was my 2nd time at Brainstorming and I love being able to find out the new and upcoming ideas in the industry!” Staci Leibell, National Marketing Specialist, CAPREIT

“Brainstorming is a great idea and networking event. It provides a comfortable learning environment!”
Cecille Santos, Sales and Marketing Manager, KSI Management

“What wonderful ideas I got. I will be able to go home and implement many of them!”
Brook Birdsey, Regional Trainer, Capstone Real Estate Services

“Knowledge - New Ideas – Fun – Great Facilitators – Great Speakers. You should make it your goal to attend Brainstorming!”
Diana “Dee” Viall, Leasing Consultant, Benchmark

“Brainstorming really energizes you. We all get in our ‘routines’ and this really wakes your up and helps get you back to your ‘roots’!”
Tammy Huntley-Schuering, Sr. Property Manager, Trammell Crow Residential

“It’s amazing to see how the ideas build and develop!”
Jim Keene, General Manager, Gunstra Builders

“Brainstorming is very motivating, informative and a lot of fun. You walk away with so many ideas. It’s Great!!!!!!” Shawn Olmsted, Regional Manager, Naples Realty Group, LLC

“It’s a great way to network and share ideas with others from our industry. Brainstorming gives me energy and great ideas to take back to my communities and make improvements!”
Kim Wilcox, Marketing Director, McKinley

“Brainstorming provides great ideas, great information, motivation and exposure to new industry products!”
Lynn Edmondson, Director of TEAM Services, Banyan Realty Management

“Brainstorming is an incredible opportunity to come together and learn fresh, new and innovative ideas for our industry!” Julia VanderRoest, Chief Marketing Specialist, Fogelman Management Group

“Being brand new to our marketing department, I would encourage all new industry professionals to come and get an in-depth crash course of our industry and marketing!”
Andrew Geppelt, Creative Specialist, ERC Properties, Inc.

“I have learned new ideas which I can’t wait to get back to my community to use. I was so excited about them that I went back to my room at night and planned out how to implement them!”
Erica Chamberlin, Sr. Leasing Consultant, Princeton Properties

“If you need encouragement and inspirations-Brainstorming is the event for you!”
Josette Galtieri, Leasing Coordinator, Camden Development

“After attending this event seven times, I still came away with hundreds of ideas!”
Jared Miller, Director of Marketing, Lane Company

“Powerful ideas! Powerful processes! A great blender full of ideas and interactive opportunities!”
Dennis Smillie, President, Multifamily Solutions, Inc.

“Tami, thank you for a shot in the arm, a push from above and the inspiration to go into my office on Monday and make CHANGE happen fast. This event gets better every year!”
Amy Alred, National Training Director, CLASS

“I come to Brainstorming because it energizes me for the whole year. It’s refreshing to be around the nations industry leaders to share insights!”
Terry Jackson, Regional Marketing & Training Specialist, BH Management

“This was the most empowering and exciting seminars of my life. You have a lifetime attender!!!”
Wendy Gonzalez, Corporate Leasing Trainer/Multi-Site Manager, Simms Management

“The wealth of ideas and information is invaluable. You can’t afford to miss this event!”
Melissa Fuller, Creative Associate, McKinley

“A professional is always learning and brainstorming packs the most information into a concise, energized and fast-paced format in the most effective way. The experience is spiritual. What you give to Brainstorming and what you get in return is invaluable. The best industry event of the year!”
Stephanie Puryear Helling, Vice President of Education & Marketing, Greystar

“The most creative meeting anyone could ever attend. I am so glad I came!”
Chauncey Eaton, Marketing Manager, Drucker & Falk, LLC

“So well organized, I came to the event alone and had the wonderful opportunity to make great new friends and contacts in the industry. I am walking away energized with creative and innovative ideas that I just can’t wait to implement!” Laurie Kitzmiller, General Manager, Amerimar Enterprises

“WOW! A must for all property management professionals!”
Robin Muccitelli, Regional Manager, Cornerstone Realty

“Do you want to be motivated?...Then go to Brainstorming!!”
Amanada Martinez, Regional Trainer, Capstone Real Estate

“Brainstorming was an unbelievable experience. It was totally different than any event I haven to before. The high energy fast-pace and receptiveness of everyone was great. I am leaving with my brain spinning and ideas flowing!”
Lori Kitchen, Property Manager, Beacon Companies

“This was my second year and it is like nothing you have ever experienced before. I am still using the plethora of ideas from last year and can’t wait to implement all the new ideas from this year. What a great way to get new ideas, new contacts and make new friends to stay in touch and network with from all across the country. See you next year!” Heather Lettow, Regional Marketing Specialist, Windsor Communities

“It’s amazing! You’re not alone in the boat. Rowing smarter, harder and faster gives you the competitive edge. Being at Brainstorming fills your boat with the best oars in the water!”
Debbie Sulzer, Director of Training & Marketing, CnC Investments

“What a truly fantastic way to rejuvenate and re-energize your love for your job and the multifamily housing industry!” Kristi Fickert, Regional Leasing & Marketing Director, Village Green Companies

"I was a first time Brainstormer this year. This was overwhelmingly the best experience I have had in my 11 years in this industry. I will NEVER miss another one."
Wendy Stark, Arbor Properties

“Different – Awesome!”
Cyndi Brush, Owner, Brush & Company

“The amount of ideas and knowledge you take home is worth millions!”
Mary Elizabeth Thompson, Property Manager, Greystone Properties, LLC

“Get ready for energy, great ideas and fun. This was my 1st year and will not be my last. The Brainstorming Sessions are a great tool for anyone in the business!”
Summer LaPann, Marketing Director, United Residential Properties

“I used a problem site that my wheels were turning on during the problem solving sessions, with the brilliant others at my table we generated several solutions that I can use when I get back!”
Anthony Kranz, Regional Marketing Director, Village Green Companies

“This was my 1st time attending Brainstorming. I really didn’t know what to expect. When I got there on the first day, I walked into something that was totally unexpected. People were pumped up and you didn’t have a choice but to go right along with it. The facilitators did a wonderful job keeping you on track and interested. You stayed busy and didn’t even realize it. I had a blast!”
Jan Valduga, Senior Site Manager, Wingate Management Co.

“Synergy: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Even the most creative mind is limited by its own perceptions and experiences. When these minds come together in this well-designed Brainstorming environment, magic happens. Amazing ideas get elevated to extraordinary possibilities. For all my clients who say ‘there are no new ideas’, I say you’ve never been to Multifamilypro Brainstorming!”
Leah Brewer, Leasing Queen, Full House Marketing

“The Brainstorming Sessions are motivational, inspirational and inspiring. I am ready to get back to work!”
Cindi Dryden, District Manager,Wells Asset Management

“This year was truly an eye opening experience. I am ready to go back on Monday and make changes to make our company better. Thank you!”
Kimberly Faulkner, Training & Marketing Manager, Capstone Real Estate Services, Inc.

“At Brainstorming you’ll expand on your area of expertise as well as broaden your knowledge on the newest industry trends and changes. There are plenty of great ideas you can take back and implement “Right Away”. I CAN’T WAIT!” Seline Lewis, Regional Marketing & Education Manager, Drucker & Falk, LLC

“There are two types of people…leaders and followers. Brainstormers are Leaders!”
Jeffery Lowry, VP Multifamily Housing, McDougal Properties, LTD.

“You will get more ideas than you can ever imagine!”
Danielle Drollette, Assistant Manager, Aronov Realty

“The Brainstorming Sessions are very upbeat. You will come away with a lot of ideas. Everyone is upbeat and inspired. You’ll have fun and learn at the same time!”
Michele Williams, Manager, Aronov Realty

“Great sharing of ideas and networking with others!”
Gloria Mallardi, Director of Marketing, Housing Trust Group

“My favorite part of the Brainstorming Sessions was bringing all the ideas and interests together, building relationships and making new friends!”
Maureen Lannon, National Sales & Marketing Director, Allen & O’Hara Education Services, Inc.

“I’m in the same job, but Brainstorming has given me a new outlook on it!”
Doyle Gorman, Site Manager, Lenox Pointe

“It’s a great place to meet and expand on ideas!”
Kim Belanger, Leasing Consultant, Princeton Properties

“Brainstorming is the most fun at work you will ever have!!”
Tonya Solomon, Marketing Manager, Drucker & Falk, LLC

“No man or woman is an island. A person can always benefit from the knowledge and information sharing of others. You will find this at Brainstorming!”
Jen Jared, Accounts Coordinator/Trainer, Ellipse Communications

“This conference was a great way to all come together and share ideas and stories that can help increase your company’s success!”
Julie VanderRoest, Chief Marketing Specialist, Fogelman Management Group

“The Brainstorming Sessions give you the opportunity to bring up your current challenges and get fresh ideas to solve them!”
Tasha Krawiec, District Manager, Cornerstone Realty

“Fabulous ideas, tons of fun and great networking is what you’ll get at Brainstorming!”
Tara Myers, District Marketing Specialist, Fogelman Management Group

“Ideas! Ideas! Ideas! From all over the map, from different people, from different property types!
Wilnette Wiley, Director of Training, Palms Associates

“Great experience, great ideas and great people!”
Andrea Shugart, Property Manager, Arbor View

“It will motivate you to be creative and to think outside the box. You’ll walk away with so many great ideas!”
Danielle Williams, Regional Marketing Director, Home Properties

“Brainstorming is a great way to “mix it up” with your peers and to share your challenges and accomplishments with those who understand. It reminds you that you are not alone in your daily grind. I always go home feeling energized!” Jessica Darnall, VP of Marketing, McKinley

“Idea heaven! Create new and innovative ideas. There was also so many people willing to share ideas from other markets that they used and worked. Great speakers!”
Shana Hitt, Property Manager, Trammell Crow Residential

“Come with an open mind and your creative juices will just start flowing. Participation is key – the more you put into it, the more you’ll get out of it!”
Cynthia Bosnian, Regional Marketing Manager, Oakwood Worldwide

“Brainstorming brings you together with hundreds of people who understand what you go through on a day to day basis and helps you to look at things in a new way. It will also inspire you!”
Julie Sutherland, Property Manager, Winn Residential

“The Brainstorming Sessions re-ignite the creativity from within and gives you a fresh perspective on what the current trends are that need to be utilized today to attract and retain residents!”
Christine Tyszka, Property Manager, Winn Residential

“My favorite part of the Brainstorming Sessions…All of it! I have learned so much!”
Kristen Kurth, Regional Property Supervisor, Greystar Real Estate Partners

“Brainstorming is a great place to be. It’s an environment that is filled with happy, fun and brilliant people from all over the United States!”
Adriana Iannuzzi, Marketing Manager, Winn Residential

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