AAM Acquires New Talent in San Antonio

Associated Asset Management (AAM), LLC, a nationally recognized leader in community association management and accounting services for clients throughout the United States, recently employed two seasoned Managers, Samantha Alvarez and Dana Ruppel, to further support their rising portfolio in San Antonio, Texas. 

Samantha Alvarez, AAM San Antonio's newest Area Manager, comes to AAM with nearly two decades of community association management expertise. Prior to joining AAM, Samantha owned her own association management company in Southern California for 8 years. Throughout her career, she has worked for several reputable management firms within Orange and San Diego Counties, holding the positions of Vice President, Division Manager of New Development, Senior Manager and Director of Training.

Samantha has widespread knowledge assisting developers with the complete set-up of newly constructed communities, including drafting Association related documents, policies and procedures. She held the position of an HOA Liaison for a large developer firm in Southern California, where she served as the Board President for 14 newly developed communities throughout Orange, Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. "The vast depth of experiences gained has provided Samantha with the wealth of knowledge to propel her understanding of all aspects of our Industry," said Jeff Dixon, AAM's Regional Vice President of Texas Operations. 

Dana Ruppel, Community Manager, brings to AAM over 15 years of experience managing condominium complexes and homeowners associations, both large and small. Beginning her career in the apartment industry, Dana quickly acquired exceptional customer service and management skills. 

Dana later transitioned into the community management industry as an On-Site Community Manager for a condominium complex. Throughout her tenure, Dana managed a large portfolio of communities, was promoted to New Business and Acquisition Manager and was honored with the firm's Manager of the Year Award in both 2006 and 2008. 

"Samantha and Dana are excellent additions to our team. They have an abundant passion for the Community Association Industry, and understand the specific needs of homeowners associations. A culmination of unwavering passion, experience, desire to help others and strong leadership skills make Samantha and Dana great Managers and a true asset to the communities they serve," said Jeff Dixon.

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