Say hello to our Systems Analyst extraordinaire, Sabriana Whitaker! A champion of structure, process, and teamwork, Sabriana helps keep Peak running like a well-oiled machine. From troubleshooting tech issues to improving workflows, she makes sure our systems stay sharp, our Helpdesk stays responsive, and Yardi runs at full speed. Her go-to motto? “If I don’t…
Back in 1998, Mike Zucker met Claudia at an Athletico. Two years later, she became Peak’s very first full-time employee—and the rest is history. Claudia laid the groundwork for what Peak is today. She built our Bookkeeping Department from scratch (now nearly a dozen strong!), became the queen of payroll, managed our corporate books, and…
Take us out to the ball game, but back in time for Monday's meeting! On September 12, the Peak team went out of office and into Wrigleyville for the Cubs game! The team enjoyed the game, snacks, and quality time together in one of Chicago's most iconic spots. We're always grateful to spend time with…
Meet Sarah Rider, our Marketing Manager and the strategic mind behind (almost) everything you see and read from Peak. Sarah leads brand strategy and marketing communications across all of Peak-ensuring everything from property marketing to executive messaging is consistent, compelling, and on-brand. She manages our social media presence, builds business-winning pitch decks, drafts investor and…
Our Accounting Department is fierce—and Claudine is one reason why. In a past life, we're pretty sure she was a detective. Because when a mystery invoice shows up (no address, no contact, no clues), Claudine cracks the case before you can say "vendor setup." She's the go-to problem solver for bookkeepers, property managers, and vendors…
In honor of National Intern Day, we’re celebrating the awesome interns who’ve made an impact at Peak this summer (and in summers’ past). From bringing fresh perspectives to helping us stay organized, move projects forward, and pull off PPEC events, our interns play a meaningful role in day-to-day life at Peak. Let’s meet them! Catie…
When he's not getting into shenanigans with his poodle, Rocky, you'll find Jacob in a deep pile of property management agreements. Since joining Peak 2.5 years ago, Jacob has been a major force behind the scenes; from streamlining internal communications to leading our transition to a cloud-based filing system. He leads all property onboarding-related…
If you've lived at a Peak property managed by Tyler, you know he's more than just an Assistant Property Manager: he's a builder, a problem-solver, and a guy who genuinely cares.✨ This past year, Tyler's been all in: tackling maintenance requests, keeping operations smooth, and helping residents feel at home. He's especially proud of…
Finalist Spotlight: Angela Mays With over 20 years of experience in property management, Angela is a true industry veteran; and now, a well-deserved finalist for Property Manager of the Year at the 2025 REJournals Awards! Angela brings unmatched expertise, grace under pressure, and a deep understanding of what it takes to run successful multifamily communities.…
Let's give it up for Alan Tipei, a finalist for Emerging Leader of the Year at the 2025 REJournals Awards! Alan is the kind of leader who doesn't just show promise, he delivers results. From streamlining operations to supporting his team across a large multifamily portfolio, he brings fresh perspective, sharp problem-solving skills, and a…
