Vice President of Asset Management and Corporate Sustainability/ESG Patrick Manyeki earns Ivy League certification, enhances firm’s capabilities across multifamily portfolio
American Landmark Apartments, one of the country’s top apartment owners and operators, announces its continued investments in personnel and sustainability with Patrick Manyeki, Vice President of Asset Management Corporate Sustainability/ESG, achieving multiple certifications in the latest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies. These accomplishments highlight Manyeki’s dedication to advancing sustainable practices across the company’s multifamily portfolio and reinforce American Landmark’s leadership in the real estate sector’s ESG movement.
Among the certifications recently earned by Manyeki are the Climate Finance Certificate from the CFA Institute, the Corporate Sustainability Certificate from Cornell University, and the Sustainability Risk Management Certificate from NCREIF Academy. These programs focus on a number of priorities, including:
- Integrating climate considerations into investment decisions.
- Developing and implementing corporate sustainability strategies across leadership structures.
- Exploring opportunities in “green” financing.
- Creating effective ESG frameworks that meet regulatory standards while driving business value.
- Furthering the company’s stakeholder communications with increased transparency and reporting on ESG initiatives.
“Patrick’s expertise in ESG is transforming the way we approach asset management and sustainability,” said Joe Lubeck, CEO of American Landmark. “His dedication to these principles strengthens our ability to create value for our residents, investors, and communities while protecting the environment for future generations.”
Since joining American Landmark in 2018, Manyeki has been instrumental in implementing sustainability into the company’s operations, ensuring that ESG principles are not just an aspiration but a daily reality. Under his leadership,
American Landmark has applied energy-efficient initiatives, water conservation strategies, waste reduction programs, and community engagement efforts, all of which are aligned with the company’s corporate values. His ongoing work in achieving the company’s first Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) rating is a testament to his forward-thinking approach and commitment to making an impact.
Manyeki’s certifications reflect his deep understanding of sustainability’s role in corporate decision-making. From analyzing sustainability practices relative to industry standards to managing reputational risk and leveraging green financing opportunities, these certifications equip him with the tools needed to drive innovation at American Landmark.
“I am honored to contribute to American Landmark’s ESG initiatives and to advance the company’s sustainability efforts,” said Manyeki. “These certifications allow us to implement strategies that not only meet but exceed industry benchmarks, creating a positive impact for our communities and the environment. Together, we are building a more sustainable future.”
American Landmark Apartments continues to lead the way in the multifamily housing industry, leveraging talent like Manyeki’s to set new standards for corporate sustainability. His achievements reflect the company’s unwavering dedication to responsible growth and environmental excellence.
For more information on American Landmark Apartments, visit www.alapts.com.
About American Landmark
American Landmark Apartments is one of the fastest-growing multifamily owner-operators in the United States and ranks No. 35 on the National Multifamily Housing Council list of the top apartment owners in the country with approximately 32,000 apartment units in its portfolio. Based in Tampa, Florida, American Landmark specializes in the acquisition and management of value-added multifamily properties located in high-growth markets throughout the Sunbelt, including Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. American Landmark is committed to delivering great service and outstanding living environments to residents and delivering consistent, attractive risk-adjusted returns to investors and partners. For more information, please visit www.alapts.com.