Last month marked the National Apartment Association's annual Apartmentalize conference and exposition, uniting a record 12,300 industry stakeholders and leaders from across the country to share insights and network with peers. Among the dozens of sessions, panels and discussions, a number of important topics were covered—from the future of the industry and how it's adapting, to the increased focus on employees and changing priorities of companies' long-term strategies.

The most significant takeaways seemed to lead back to a few key themes: challenges facing the industry, the continued focus on staffing and the increasing importance of prioritizing employee well-being in the workplace.

Let's recap some of the key themes from this year's event and the actionable insights industry professionals took away from Apartmentalize.