REEP Secures Spot as a Top Employer by National Apartment Association 2026

REEP Recognized as 2026 NAA Top Employer

In an exciting announcement made on April 7, 2026, the National Apartment Association (NAA) recognized REEP as one of the winners of the coveted NAA Top Employers award. This honor is presented to organizations that excel in fostering an environment conducive to collaboration, innovation, and hard work within the rental housing sector.

The NAA’s Top Employers program celebrates the outstanding contributions made by management and supplier companies in the rental housing industry. The awards are categorized into four sections: one for suppliers and three for management companies, segmented by their size—small businesses with up to 100 employees, medium businesses with between 101 and 500 employees, and large businesses with over 500 employees.

Jacob Garza, Co-founder of REEP, expressed immense pride in the recognition, stating, "Being recognized as a finalist for the National Apartment Association Top Employer award is a true testament to the incredible culture we have built at REEP. Our team is the absolute foundation of our success, and we are incredibly proud of the environment they create every day."

Debbie Wiatrek, Senior Vice-President of REEP Residential, reiterated the importance of the workforce, saying, "Our in-house operations thrive entirely because of the passion and dedication of our site teams and corporate staff. This recognition belongs to every single team member who works to elevate the resident experience and drive our community success."

The Top Employers program involves an anonymous employee satisfaction survey, which plays a crucial role in determining the finalists and winners in each category. The results from these surveys are shared with all nominees to provide insights into the employee sentiment within the organization. This reflects a commitment to improving workplace culture iteratively.

NAA President and CEO Bob Pinnegar congratulated REEP for their commitment to continuous learning and development among their workforce. He remarked, "Congratulations to REEP for demonstrating what it means to have a workforce that focuses on continuous learning. Their employees made it clear that REEP understands that investing in its workforce is crucial toward its success."

About REEP

REEP is a Texas-based real estate firm that specializes in multifamily investing, development, and property management. The organization is structured into several divisions, namely REEP Equity, REEP Residential, and REEP Development. Together, they manage every aspect of the multifamily lifecycle, from strategic acquisition and investment practices to dedicated in-house operations and innovative development projects. This integrated approach ensures that REEP creates thriving communities while delivering substantial value to both investors and residents.

For those interested in learning more about REEP, you can visit their websites at www.reepequity.com, www.reepresidential.com, and www.reep-development.com.

About the NAA

The National Apartment Association plays a pivotal role as a leading voice and resource for the rental housing industry. With a network comprising 139 state and local affiliates, NAA represents nearly 113,000 members and over 13.5 million apartment homes. They advocate for the rental housing sector emphasizing integrity, accountability, collaboration, responsibility, inclusivity, and innovation. To find out more about NAA, visit their official site at www.naahq.org. Furthermore, NAA recognizes its Strategic Partners, including AppFolio, The Home Depot Pro, Lowe's Pro Supply, and Yardi, for their contributions to the industry.