John Sons

John Sons serves as the Director of Training and Marketing Strategies for Burlington Capital Properties, where he oversees training and marketing for a diverse portfolio that includes HUD, LIHTC, Student, Privatized Military, Senior, Class A, and New Lease-up communities. With over 37 years of experience in the apartment industry, John began his career as an Activities Director and Part-time Leasing Agent while serving in the USAF. He is actively involved at both local and national levels, having previously served on the NAAEI Board of Directors. Currently, he is a member of the NAAEI Program Administration/Curriculum Development Committee, NAA Membership Committee, NAA DEI Committee, and the NAA Operations Committee, where he previously chaired the inaugural Mental Health Subcommittee. Additionally, John serves on the Bay Area Apartment Association (BAAA) Board of Directors. He is also a member of the NAAEI Faculty and a graduate of the NAA Lyceum. As a subject matter expert for NAA’s CALP and CAM designations, John is also certified as one of NAA’s Mental Health First Aiders and Mental Health First Aid Instructors by the National Council for Mental Well Being. He frequently speaks and trains for various apartment associations across the country. He began his carreer while serving in the United States Air Force.