Recorded live at Forum, this episode features a rare conversation with one of tech’s most influential minds: Clay Bavor, former head of Google Labs and now co-founder of Sierra.

Clay joins Funnel CEO Tyler Christiansen to talk about the future of agentic AI—intelligent systems that don’t just respond, but act. Together, they unpack why this moment in AI is so significant, where the real impact lies, and how AI can elevate customer experiences by removing the rote and making room for what’s truly human.

They also explore:

• The origin and mission behind Sierra
• Real-world AI use cases across industries (including multifamily)
• The shift to resolution-based pricing
• Why trust and thoughtful design matter more than ever

Funnel is proud to partner with Sierra to bring the best conversational AI to multifamily.

Whether you're shaping your AI strategy or just trying to understand what’s next, this conversation is packed with clarity, insight, and inspiration. Read the full recap here: https://funnelleasing.com/forum-recap-future-of-agentic-ai/

Don’t miss out next year. 2026 registration is open, can’t wait to see you there. Register today. https://meet.funnelleasing.com/forum-2026-registration

To stay up-to-date follow Funnel on Linkedin and connect with Tyler there, too.

In this episode of Multifamily Unpacked, we sit down with one of the industry's most thoughtful observers and storytellers: Matt Slepin. As a longtime executive recruiter, former lobbyist, and host of the "Leading Voices in Real Estate" podcast, Matt has had a front-row seat to the evolution of multifamily real estate over the past four decades.

Tyler and Matt dig deep on the past, present, and future of the industry—covering everything from the institutionalization of multifamily as an asset class to the slow but necessary shift toward centralization and tech-enabled operations. They unpack how the REIT era rewired expectations for leadership, why talent pipelines are still too shallow, and what it means to “play the long game” in a space defined by relationships, reinvention, and relentless change.

What you’ll learn:

• Why multifamily wasn’t always considered an institutional investment class—and what changed
• The unintended consequences of promoting from within in property management
• The balancing act of centralization in third-party management
• How AI and technology are reshaping operational leadership—and why human-centric leadership still matters
• Why career success in multifamily is less about the “perfect resume” and more about curiosity, context, and consistency

Links + resources:

• Leading Voices in Real Estate Podcast: https://www.zrgpartners.com/leadingvoices/
• ZRG Partners: https://www.zrgpartners.com/our-team/matt-slepin/
• Listen to Tyler on Matt’s show: https://www.zrgpartners.com/insights/leading-voices-tyler-christiansen/
• Learn more about FoodExtra here: https://extrafood.org/

If you enjoyed this episode, you’ll love Forum. Register today. https://meet.funnelleasing.com/forum-2026-registration

To stay up-to-date follow Funnel on Linkedin and connect with Tyler there, too.

Turnover is a sticking point in multifamily. But what if a new operating model could actually solve for that?

In this Forum highlight, Ginny Decker (SVP of Operations, Monument) and Jayde Kelley (Director of Innovation, RedPeak) sit down with Funnel’s Sarah Bozarth to talk about how centralized operations are giving teams more clarity, more support, and ultimately—more reasons to stay.

You’ll learn:

• Why both operators started with team feedback before rolling anything out
• How role specialization turned “one more task” into “one great job”
• The ripple effects on morale, retention, and resident experience
• How the right tech stack made the shift sustainable

If your goal is to create happier teams and stronger careers—alongside faster, efficient, scalable workflows—this episode is for you.

This was recorded live at Forum. If you enjoyed this episode, you'd love Forum. Register today. https://meet.funnelleasing.com/forum-2026-registration

To stay up-to-date follow Funnel on Linkedin and connect with Tyler there, too.