Chris Clare

With extensive experience in this industry, I know that successful organizations value all of their stakeholders, without exception. Bell reflects this approach in their focus on delivering results to residents, investors, and associates alike. I am proud to be leading the Operational strategies and tactics, from the community level to the corporate office, and beyond. This ensures that Bell will continue to provide the best living experience for our residents, returns for our investors, and working environment for our associates. "Ms. Clare, CPM, oversees the operations of nearly 60,000 apartment units across the nation. She is responsible for all aspects of community management for both third-party and Bell-owned communities. This oversight includes community operations and maintenance, lease-ups, relationships with third-party owners, marketing and brand management. Ms. Clare is a recognized leader within the multifamily industry and a sought-after speaker on a variety of topics at national conferences. In 2011, she was named as one of The Washington Business Journal's "Women Who Mean Business". In 2015, she was honored as one of the "10 Most Influential Women in Real Estate" by Multi-Family Executive. She was also honored with the Apartment and Office Building Association's (AOBA) Sidney Glassman award for her exemplary work and contributions in education, training, management, administration, and legislation. Ms. Clare has served as President of the AOBA, President of The Institute of Real Estate Management's (IREM) Northern Virginia Chapter, as well as Regional Vice President for IREM's Region III. She is currently a national instructor for IREM and in 2018 received the Lloyd Hanford Distinguised Instructor Award. She also serves on the Virginia Tech RPM Advisory Board. In 2017, she was named Chairman of the National Apartment Association. Ms. Clare received her degree from the University of Virginia. She has 35 years' experience in the multifamily industry, serving as President of Kettler Management, Vice President of Residential Properties for the Mark Winkler Company, and Senior Regional Manager for Charles E. Smith Residential.