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Today, we congratulate Community Director Nicholas Ahlm, our final RISE Award winner, for earning the Spirit Award at the 2024 Centerspace RISE Awards. Nick manages Red20 and Oxbo Apartments in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN. “I was very surprised to hear my name called. There are so many awesome people in the organization that I call on when I need them, so I make every effort to try to return the favor whenever I can. It’s an awesome feeling to be recognized by my teams, peers & our Leadership team. I know I couldn’t do it without them.” #2025 #CSThrive #Leadership #RiseAward

We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our Manager in Training (MIT) graduates, who recently gathered in Minneapolis to present their final projects and commemorate this milestone with our senior leadership team. Over the past 12 months, these dedicated individuals have gone above and beyond in their roles as Resident Account Specialists, Assistant Community Managers, and Community Leaders. The MIT program has equipped them with the skills and knowledge needed to advance into new leadership opportunities at Centerspace. Please join us in congratulating our talented graduates on their well-earned success and dedication! 🌟 #Centerspace #DareToWin #Leadership

Today we acknowledge Michelle Hemming, PMP®, CRM for winning the Support Team Member category at the Centerspace Rise Award ceremony for 2024. Michelle is a part of the Asset Management Support Team. “It is amazing to work for an organization where hard work is appreciated and recognized.” – Michelle Hemming. #2025 #CSThrive #Leadership #RiseAward

Ibtihaj Muhammad made history as the first Muslim-American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab. Her story continues to inspire women everywhere to embrace who they are and pursue their dreams. Make sure to let the women around you know how much you appreciate them! #WomensHistoryMonth

Today, we congratulate Jessica Mathiason on winning the Regional Leader category at the 2024 Centerspace Rise Awards! Jessica oversees the North Dakota region. "Winning the Regional Director of the Year award is an incredible honor. It reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion my team and I bring to the industry every day. I am grateful for the team I have, and this achievement only motivates me to continue striving for excellence. I am so thankful to work for a company that recognizes our achievements on a regular basis." #2025 #CSThrive #Leadership #RiseAward

Our team members have nominated their peers at Centerspace for a range of awards across various categories, including Centerspace’s Six Keys, service, leasing, community, regional, support, and spirit awards. Over the next week, we will showcase winners from each of these categories. Today, we recognize the following team members as winners of the 2024 Six Keys Rise Awards, with one honoree representing each of our Six Keys: 🏆 Dare to Win – Zak Sawyer, Service Supervisor, Civic Lofts, Denver, CO 🏆 Serve Others – Bethany Patzner, Regional Marketing Specialist, Minot, ND 🏆 Take Action – Kristin Zayak, Community Manager, Multiple Sites, Rapid City, SD 🏆 Do the Right Thing – Valerie Hoskins, Corporate Accounting Supervisor, Support, Minot, ND 🏆 Embrace Change – Ashley Orton, Resident Account Team Lead, Minneapolis, MN 🏆 One Team – John Erskine, Community Manager, Park Place Apartments, Plymouth, MN #2025 #CSThrive #Leadership #RiseAward

Lucille Ball broke barriers with her comedic genius and timeless charm. As a trailblazer in television, she became a symbol of creativity, resilience, and humor, paving the way for women in entertainment. Her legacy reminds us to always embrace laughter and break the mold. What woman in your life has inspired you? Share below! #WomensHistoryMonth

Celebrating Our Centerspace Rise Award Winners! For the past four years, the Centerspace RISE Awards have been an opportunity to recognize our top-performing properties and team members as we celebrate Results, Innovation, Service, and Engagement. RISE, is how we grow, advance, and fulfill our commitment to providing Better Every Days. 🏆 Community Porter – Evi Rodriguez, Bayberry Apartments, Minneapolis, MN 🏆 Service Team Member, Lead – David Schmidt, Deer Ridge Apartments, Jamestown, ND 🏆 Service Team Member – Scott Phillips, Park Place Apartments, Plymouth, MN 🏆 Leasing Consultant – Sierra Brossart, Cottonwood/River Ridge, Bismarck, ND 🏆 Assistant Community Leader – Naomi Day, Resident Account Specialist, Remote 🏆 Community Leader – Emily Cox, Multi-Sites, Billings, MT Thank you for your incredible contributions to your communities and for embodying the Centerspace spirit! 💙👏 #2025 #CSThrive #Leadership #RiseAward

Congratulations to Ashley Clute, Project Coordinator, on successfully completing the Certified Professional Project Management (CPPM) program through St. Thomas Executive Education! This rigorous program provides a strong foundation in essential project management skills, emphasizing leadership, communication, and best practices aligned with PMI® global standards. Over nine intensive days of training, Ashley mastered advanced estimating tools and strategies to drive projects from initiation to successful completion—all culminating in a final exam. This achievement is a testament to Ashley’s dedication and commitment to excellence in project management. Well done, Ashley! #Centerspace #DareToWin

Maya Angelou’s words and legacy continue to inspire generations. Angelou used her voice to champion justice, resilience, and empowerment. Her impact lives on, reminding us to rise, speak, and create change. What woman in history do you admire? #WomensHistoryMonth