AANC President's Letter | December 2025

Dear AANC Members,

As we move into the heart of the holiday season, I am filled with gratitude and optimism. This time of year naturally invites reflection—on the challenges we have faced, the progress we have made, and the people who have walked alongside us through it all. It is also a moment to look forward with intention and hope as we prepare to welcome a new year. 

This past year has been a strong one for the Apartment Association of North Carolina. Thanks to the dedication of our Board, committees, partners, and members, AANC continues to be an effective advocate for the multifamily housing industry. Together, we made meaningful legislative strides—protecting the rights of housing providers, supporting responsible policy, and ensuring our voices were heard on issues that directly impact our communities and residents. Your engagement, whether through advocacy efforts, committee service, or continued membership, makes that success possible.

In October, the AANC Board of Directors gathered in Asheville, North Carolina for our fall meeting. The setting was breathtakingly beautiful and remarkably peaceful. Being together in that space felt especially meaningful as we reflected on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene devastating that area. The resilience we witnessed in the community of Asheville—and across Western North Carolina—was a powerful reminder of the strength, determination, and unity of North Carolinians and Americans alike.

In an age when it can feel as though there is always difficult news on the horizon, our time in Asheville served as a grounding reminder: if you choose to look for the good, you will always find it. It is present in the people rebuilding their homes and businesses. It is present in the spirit of collaboration within our industry. And it is present in the unwavering commitment of our members to provide housing, support their teams, and uplift their communities.

As 2025 comes to a close, I want to thank each of you for being part of AANC and for the passion you bring to your work every day. I am excited about the opportunities ahead of us in the New Year and confident that together, we will continue to strengthen our industry, serve our residents, and support one another.

From my family to yours, I wish you a joyful holiday season and a safe, prosperous, and fulfilling New Year.

Warmly

Karen Perkins
Willow Bridge Property Company
AANC President