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2024 PARTICIPANT APPLICATION

With a complimentary registration to Apartmentalize in Philadelphia June 19–21, 2024, selected candidates will be recognized throughout the event, in NAA’s units Magazine and on NAA’s event website and social media platforms. They will also be invited to a free, invitation-only breakfast, a prime time for rising stars to network and showcase their talents.The National Apartment Association’s 20 on the Rise celebrates the best and brightest rising stars with 10 years or less of experience in the rental housing industry at our largest event, Apartmentalize. As a dynamic career builder, you have already made major professional strides and demonstrate the potential to go far every day.

This rebranding from 20 in their Twenties includes new benefits. While you’ll still receive a free registration to Apartmentalize in Las Vegas, June 11–13, 2025, you’ll also get virtual, pre- and post Apartmentalize mentoring, an in-person networking session with a leadership speaker and onstage recognition during an Apartmentalize General Session. Winners will also get the jackpot of being recognized:

·         Throughout the event in Las Vegas, June 11 - 13

·         In the pages of NAA’s units Magazine

·         and on NAA’s event website and social media platforms.

Finally, you’ll be invited to a free, invitation-only session Tuesday, June 10, prior to Apartmentalize, a prime time for rising stars to network and discuss their talents with industry leadership and committee members.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for NAA's 20 in their Twenties Scholarship, click on the "Submit Your Application" button below. It is highly recommended that all application writing and editing be completed in Word, especially if multiple people are reviewing the application. This approach will prevent any information from being lost in the event that changes to the application do not properly save. When all writing is complete, transfer the information into the application form and submit. Preview the 20 in their Twenties application questions here. Should you need assistance with your application or have questions about the 20 in their Twenties program, please contact Stefani Hurst. 

The call for 20 in their Twenties, Class of 2024 applications has closed. If you would like to be contacted to apply in the future, please sign up to be notified.

**We recommend using the Google Chrome browser to submit your application. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • NAA membership is required.
  • Must be 29 years or younger on June 21, 2024.
  • Must be employed full time in the rental housing industry.
  • Demonstration of making a meaningful impact at the workplace

ENTRY DEADLINES

  • Application Site Opens: Monday, October 16, 2023
  • Application Site Closes: Friday, December 15, 2023

Note: Previous NAA 20 in their Twenties winners are NOT eligible to apply.