AAM Announces New Leadership Promotions

Associated Asset Management (AAM), a nationally recognized leader in community association management, recently strengthened its leadership with three new appointments. Samantha Alvarez is the new VP of Indiana Operations, Karen Eldridge is the new Director of Texas Operations, and Sandra Wickman-Kush is the new VP of Urban Living.

AAM Leadership Samantha Alvarez

AAM’s former VP of Texas Operations has relocated to Indianapolis to serve as AAM’s VP of Indiana Operations. She will lead AAM’s efforts in that market. Samantha, who joined AAM in early 2017, brings over two decades of community association management expertise. She has held various leadership roles throughout her career, including Owner, President, Vice President, Division Manager of New Development, Senior Manager, and Director of Training. She is a great addition to the AAM leadership team.

“Samantha brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of Community Management,” said Ercell Sherman, AAM’s Chief Operating Officer. “We look forward to her ongoing leadership as we expand our footprint in the Indiana market.”

AAM Leadership Karen Eldridge

As a former Area Manager in AAM’s Texas office, she has been promoted to Director of Texas Operations and will now oversee the daily operations in that region. Karen started with AAM in 2018 and has over 30 years of solid community and commercial property management experience. 

“With her knowledge and expertise, Karen is a true asset to our leadership team in Texas,” said Ercell Sherman, AAM’s Chief Operating Officer. “We are excited for continued growth throughout the San Antonio, Texas market.”

AAM Leadership Sandra Wickman-Kush

A former AAM on-site Condominium Community Manager has been promoted to AAM’s VP of Urban Living, a newly created leadership role. Sandra will oversee and supervise AAM’s largest on-site condominium communities based in AAM’s Corporate Office in Tempe, Arizona.

“Sandra’s real estate and condominium expertise ensures AAM continues delivering top-tier service to specialized communities,” said Amanda Shaw, AAM President/Partner. “Additionally, Sandra’s experience in on-site condominium management makes her the perfect candidate for this new role.”

To see AAM’s online Press Release, click here.