PMC Bagels and Panels: Why Property Management

Why Property Management? The Journey, Growth &Purpose
Panel Discussion

Date: January 22, 2026
Time: Doors open at 8:30 AM | Program: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Format: Live Panel Discussion

Property management is often described as one of the most challenging—and rewarding—paths in real estate. But why do professionals choose it, stay in it, and build long-term careers around it?

Join us for an honest, insightful panel discussion exploring the real story behind property management: how professionals found their way into the industry, the challenges they faced, the growth they experienced, and what makes this career both profitable and purpose driven.

This conversation goes beyond theory and dives into real-life experiences, lessons learned, and practical insights for anyone considering—or currently navigating—a career in property management.

Featured Panelists

Stacey McKay, Rental Home Management Services
Traci McKinley, Wilson Management Group
Gus Grana, NARPM Central Florida Chapter President & Global Real Estate Services, Inc.