Laurie Lyons on How to Build a Successful Business

In this latest episode, Marcia talks with Laurie Lyons about what it takes to build a company from the ground up, how the pandemic has transformed renter needs, and why a chance encounter on a cattle ranch changed Laurie’s life.

Meet the guest and host

Laurie Lyons is vice president of client services at Pegasus Residential. She previously served as co-founder and CEO of BH Management Services, which she grew into a top-ranking management company with over 47,000 units across 27 states. A frequent speaker at multifamily conferences, Laurie has over 30 years of industry experience, with a focus on driving portfolio expansion and asset appreciation. 

Marcia Bollinger is the senior vice president of multifamily for Apartments.com. With over 40 years’ experience in apartment lead-generation tactics, Marcia was instrumental in building the Apartments.com Network into the country’s premier internet listing site. She is the recipient of the National Apartment Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Certified Apartment Supplier designation, and NSC Victor Award.

About the show

Minutes with Marcia B. is a series from Apartments.com. Whether you’re a property manager, owner or executive, join multifamily industry expert Marcia Bollinger as she sits down with leaders across the industry to discuss their success stories, defining moments and personal insights. Get the real stories behind the multifamily headlines and help your career thrive.

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Looking for more Minutes with Marcia B.? Check out the rest:

LuAnne Acton Ross (episode 1), Jamie Gorski (episode 2), Melissa White (episode 4), Jennifer Staciokas (episode 5), Tony Sousa (episode 6), Lisa Taylor (episode 7), Pat Hutchison (episode 8), Matt DeGraw (episode 9), Debbie Phillips (episode 10), Sharon Hatfield (episode 11), Robert Gasteiger (episode 12), Daryl Smith (episode 13), Greg and Sloane Cerbana (episode 14), the women of NAA (episode 15), and Lacy Brown (episode 16).