In this episode, I sit down with Dana Caudell, Chief Strategy Officer at Pegasus Residential, to unpack her incredible 20+ year journey through nearly every facet of the multifamily world — from leasing associate to C-suite executive.
Dana shares the real behind-the-scenes of scaling high-performing teams, leading through change, and staying grounded in people-first leadership. Whether she was overseeing massive portfolios at Wood Partners and Bainbridge or guiding strategy and operations at Aventon, Dana’s focus has always been clear: get the details right, lead with empathy, and build with intention.
We dive into:
(1) What it takes to rise through the ranks in multifamily
(2) How to drive operational excellence without losing the human touch
(3) Lessons from leading through hypergrowth at multiple major firms
(4) The role of mentorship, emotional intelligence, and continuous learning
Dana is one of those rare leaders who balances high-level vision with in-the-weeds experience — and this conversation is full of valuable takeaways for anyone in real estate, operations, or leadership.
🟢 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.
