AKA Brings “WICKED” Broadway Experience to Guests

Distinctive Flexible-Stay Brand Offers Trio of Tony-Award Winning Play Packages: Suite Accommodations, Tickets, Welcome Amenity & More from $365/Night

Contact: Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com

NEW YORK – Sept. 1, 2009 – Addressing the desires of travelers looking to experience the Great White Way while visiting Manhattan, AKA, a distinctive brand of flexible-stay residences, has partnered with the Broadway musical, “WICKED”, winner of 26 major awards including three Tony Awards. Hailed as “Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster,” AKA guests can book one of three packages complete with spacious accommodations, show tickets, a welcome amenity and more. The two-night packages are available through Nov. 30.^*

Whether traveling on business or visiting the Big Apple for a weekend jaunt with friends and family, AKA’s WICKED packages make it easy for guests to enjoy one of Broadway’s must-see phenomena. Theatre fanatics can see the untold story of the Witches of Oz at their convenience and select show times that fit within their travel schedule.   

·         WICKEDLY Weekday Getaway: Available at AKA Central Park or AKA Times Square, starts at $365/night and includes^*:

o        Deluxe or one-bedroom suite

o        Pair of orchestra seats for Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday performance

o        Wicked welcome bag including the WICKED Original Cast Recording, “Wicked: Around the World in One Short Day” worldwide souvenir book, WICKED Green Water Bottle and an AKA Go Green tote bag.

·         WICKED VIP Experience: Available at AKA Central Park or AKA Times Square, starts at $495/night and features^*:

o        Accommodations in an AKA premium suite

o        Pair of premium orchestra tickets for weekday or weekend performance

o        WICKED welcome bag including the WICKED Original Cast Recording, “Wicked: The Grimmerie” book (a behind-the-scenes look at the hit Broadway musical), two WICKED coffee mugs and an AKA Go Green tote bag.

·         WICKED Four-Pack: AKA Times Square, starts at $625/night and includes^*:

o        Two-bedroom suite

o        Four orchestra seats for Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday performance

o        Two WICKED welcome bags including a WICKED beach towel, a WICKED green water bottle and an AKA Go Green tote bag.

Playing at the Gershwin Theatre, “WICKED” performances are held Tuesdays through Sundays with select afternoon and evening show times. AKA Central Park and AKA Times Square are conveniently located only a few blocks from the famed theatre. 

For reservations, please visit www.hotelaka.com or call (866) AKA-9999 and use promotional code WICKED.

AKA, a division of Korman Communities, is an innovative, new and growing collection of flexible-stay distinctive residences in prime urban locations. Currently AKA properties are in: New York City (4); Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., White Plains, NY, and Arlington, VA. Across the brand, architecturally inspired spacious accommodations, which range from studios to two-bedroom penthouse suites, offer the privacy of contemporary apartments infused with hotel services. While each property is unique and has distinct guest offerings, all feature the AKA brand standards and amenities of: fitness centers; full-service business centers with meetings space and complimentary high-speed Internet access; complimentary weekday club breakfasts including award-winning La Colombe, tea and baked goods; en-suite dining; same-day, valet dry-cleaning and laundry service; 24-hour front desk assistance; dedicated doormen, concierge services and full-time, on-site management and maintenance. All suites include top-of the-line kitchens, contemporary furnishings, luxurious bathrooms, meticulous housekeeping; extended digital cable with HBO, DVD players, and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Personalized service is a hallmark of AKA.

WICKED-Winner of 26 major awards including the Grammy Award and three Tony Awards, WICKED is the untold story of the Witches of Oz.  Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the Land of Oz.  One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood.  The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular.  WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.

Declared “A Cultural Phenomenon” by Variety, WICKED currently has productions in New York, San Francisco, London, Tokyo, Stuttgart, Melbourne and on two North American tours. Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, WICKED has music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, and a book by Winnie Holzman.  The production is directed by Joe Mantello with musical staging by Wayne Cilento.  WICKED is produced by Marc Platt, Universal Pictures, The Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.

For more information, visit www.wickedthemusical.com. WICKED is performed at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51^st Street, between Broadway and 8^th Avenue.

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*Rates subject to change and based on availability. Taxes and surcharges not included. Must be booked in advance.

Luxury Extended-Stay Brand Picks Up Every Fifth Night

NEW YORK – August 26, 2009 – According to the U.S. Travel Association, consumers are expected to spend seven nights away from home for a leisure trip this summer.^* Playing to the pent-up travel demand and encouraging summer-in-the-city getaways, AKA, a luxury extended-stay brand, is offering travelers a night on the house at all of its eight locations. Those booking five consecutive nights or more receive every fifth night free (saving 20%) through September 19th.^** Guests pay for four nights, stay for five; pay for eight nights, stay for 10, up to five complimentary nights.

AKA’s fully-furnished hotel residences are situated in prime urban locations including four in Midtown Manhattan (Central Park, Sutton Place, Times Square and United Nations); Westchester, NY (White Plains); Philadelphia (Rittenhouse Square) and the Washington, D.C. area (White House and Virginia Square).  This promotion is available on select studios and one-bedroom suites, varying by location. 

Sprawling suites offer the comforts of home with top-of-the-line, full kitchens with granite countertops and Sub-Zero refrigerators. Not only do AKA guests receive value based on space; en-suite kitchens reduce dining expenses during an extended city visit. AKA provides the space and privacy of a contemporary apartment infused with complimentary hotel-like services including: Club breakfast with daily coffee and tea service, in-room Wi-Fi, fitness centers, concierge and 24-hour front desk assistance.

Weekly rates in Manhattan start at $275 per day and from $165 daily at all other locations.⁺ For reservations, please visit aka reservations and use promotional code FIFTH.

AKA, a division of Korman Communities, is an innovative, new and growing collection of luxury extended-stay properties in prime urban locations. Current AKA residences are in: New York City (4); Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., White Plains, NY, and Arlington, VA. Across the brand, architecturally inspired spacious accommodations, which range from studios to two-bedroom penthouse suites, offer the privacy of contemporary apartments infused with hotel services. While each property is unique and has distinct guest offerings, all properties feature the AKA brand standards and amenities of: fitness centers; full-service business centers with meetings space and complimentary high-speed Internet access; complimentary weekday club breakfasts with La Colombe coffee, yogurt, fruit and baked goods; en-suite dining; same-day, valet dry-cleaning and laundry service; 24-hour front desk assistance; dedicated doormen, concierge services and full-time, on-site management and maintenance. All suites include top-of the-line kitchens, contemporary furnishings, luxurious bathrooms, meticulous housekeeping; extended digital cable with HBO, DVD players, and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Personalized service is a hallmark of AKA. 

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*Source: U.S. Travel Association; www.ustravel.org.

**Based on availability, offer is valid on new bookings for Deluxe rooms at AKA Central Park and studio and one-bedroom suites at all other AKA locations. Deluxe rooms do not feature kitchens. Not valid on bookings of 30 days or more. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

+Rates subject to change and based on availability. Taxes and surcharges not included.  Must Book by September 12, 2009.

Contact: Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com

zipcar

Contact: Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com

AKA Hands Over the Keys:
Extended-Stay Brand Extends City Limits
For Guests with Zipcar Partnership

Complimentary Subscription To World’s Largest Car Share Service
Gives Travelers Freedom to Explore Outer Limits of NYC, Philly & DC

Plymouth Meeting, PA - February 28, 2008 - This March, AKA guests will receive a new set of keys upon check-in…car keys! In an exclusive partnership, a first for both companies, AKA is putting guests in the driver’s seat with a complimentary one-year membership to Zipcar, the world’s largest car sharing company (a $50 value).* AKA is enabling guests to have a luxury nearly unheard of in populated cities such as New York, unlimited access to a car, for as little as an hour at a time. By providing guests with turn-key access to a vehicle on demand, this extended stay brand is giving travelers the freedom to explore beyond city limits at all of its properties in New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. With AKA’s target clientele staying 30 days or longer, there is plenty of time to adventure out beyond the city limits in some of the country’s most popular locations.

Approval is fast and easy with a quick online application; then guests simply pick up the digital key-card to their Zipcar at the front desk  of any of the nine AKA properties. For road trip suggestions and inspiration, each property will arm drivers with a list of the best local, seasonal getaways such as apple picking in the fall, outlet shopping during the holidays, skiing in the winter, lazy days at the beach during summer, to name a few. AKA will also provide GPS units for those directionally-challenged guests and picnic baskets and other car-appropriate amenities can be arranged by the concierge. Available at a moment’s notice, with rentals by day or by hour, Zipcars are strategically parked in garages within walking distance of each AKA location. All fuel, insurance and reserved parking spaces are included in Zipcar rates, which start as low as $7 per hour. In New York City a five minute taxi ride can cost more than that.

“Our guests are away from home for extended periods of time,” said Larry Korman, AKA co-president and director of general operations. “At AKA we are continually looking to provide travelers with comforts and conveniences they would associate with home. Having access to a car on a moment’s notice gives our guests the freedom to go beyond their suites and the cities they are in. This exclusive partnership further embodies AKA’s commitment go above and beyond in the amenities we provide our long-term stay guests.”

Nightly rates for a 30-day stay at AKA properties start at $245 for New York, $150 for Philadelphia and $175 for the Washington, D.C. area.** For reservations or additional information, please visit www.stay-aka.com or call (866) AKA-9999.

AKA, a division of Korman Communities, is an innovative, new and growing collection of luxury extended-stay properties in prime urban locations. Current AKA residences are in: New York City (4); Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., White Plains, NY, and Arlington and Herndon, VA, with plans to own and operate 20 properties worldwide by 2010. Across the brand, architecturally inspired spacious accommodations, which range from studios to two-bedroom penthouse suites, offer the privacy of contemporary apartments infused with hotel services. While each property is unique and has distinct guest offerings, all properties feature the AKA brand standards and amenities of: fitness centers; full-service business centers with meetings space and complimentary high-speed Internet access; complimentary weekday club breakfasts with La Colombe coffee, yogurt, fruit and baked goods; en-suite dining; same-day, valet dry-cleaning and laundry service; 24-hour front desk assistance; dedicated doormen, concierge services and full-time, on-site management and maintenance. All suites include top-of the-line kitchens, contemporary furnishings, luxurious bathrooms, meticulous housekeeping; extended digital cable with HBO, DVD players, and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Personalized service is a hallmark of AKA. For reservations and information, please visit www.stay-aka.com or call (866) AKA-999.

Zipcar is the world's leading car share service, with more than 180,000 members and vehicles in major metropolitan areas and colleges campuses in more than 50 cities, including Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Vancouver, Toronto and London, England. As a leading urban lifestyle brand, Zipcar provides a convenient, environmentally friendly and cost effective transportation alternative for individuals, businesses and universities throughout the United Kingdom and 18 North American states and provinces. For more information, visit www.zipcar.com.

*Zipcar memberships valid for one year from date of stay. Membership will be granted upon confirming a person’s valid driving license and approved driving history.
**Rates subject to change and based on availability. Taxes and surcharges not included.

sleep school

AKA Partners with NYU School of Medicine Sleep Disorders Center & New York Sleep Institute to Provide Sleep Solutions that Go Beyond the Bed

According to the National Institute of Health, approximately 70 million people in the United States are affected by a sleep problem. Travelers are most susceptible to restless nights, as a new sleeping environment coupled with jet lag can take its toll on one's body. AKA, a luxury extendedstay brand, is taking serious shuteye to the next level with the AKA Sleep School. In partnership with the New York University School of Medicine Sleep Disorders Center and the New York Sleep Institute, AKA is creating a comprehensive program to ensure guests get a good night's rest during their visit and after they return to their homes. Guests can choose customized accommodations, participate in evening Sleep School seminars and benefit from in-room screenings with board-certified sleep specialists. The AKA Sleep School debuts in November to coincide with National Sleep Comfort Month.

"We are addressing guests' sleep concerns and helping them find solutions that go beyond the pillow and the bed," said Larry Korman, co-president and director of general operations for AKA, who struggles with getting enough rest himself. "While many in the hospitality industry focus on the bed, we learned from our partners at NYU and the New York Sleep Institute that all aspects of the room, from the lighting to mirrors to alarms clocks, must be taken into consideration," he continued. "Since AKA's extended-stay guests typically stay 30 days or more, our sleep-school students will have a healthy amount of time to put what they learn into practice."

Guest Rooms Selected and Customized Based on Sleep Patterns
In-room sunlight plays a significant role regarding one's sleeping habits. At AKA United Nations, guests who have trouble falling asleep will be placed in a southwesterly-facing suite on a lower floor with minimal exposure to the sun, while guests who have trouble waking up in the morning will feel the rays coming through the window in a front-facing suite on a higher floor. For those with stronger sleep aversions, AKA properties will be outfitted with light boxes, black-out drapes and light-sensitive alarm clocks. Since televisions and bedroom mirrors can also be a distraction, each can be removed or covered upon request. Customized suite selection is available free of charge.

AKA Sleep School Seminars
Road warriors, leisure travelers and local residents are invited to participate in hour-long, evening sleep seminars to get educated on this common affliction. Highly accredited professionals from the New York University School of Medicine Sleep Disorders Center or the New York Sleep Institute will discuss topics such as pre-bedtime routines, sleep myths, tips on how to combat sleep apnea and more. In lieu of coffee, green tea will be served to help attendees stay focused throughout the class. The monthly workshops will take place at one of the New York City AKA properties. The first session is slated for November 27 at 7 p.m. at AKA United Nations. Seminars are offered free of charge to AKA guests. Advanced reservations are requested.

Private In-Room Screenings
When counting sheep and warm milk isn't doing the trick, AKA guests can take advantage of oneon- one in-room screenings. For an additional fee, experts from NYU and NYSI will make house calls to AKA guests' suites to assess individual sleeping patterns and make recommendations. Guests who require a comprehensive sleep study can undergo further evaluation at the nearby New York University School of Medicine Sleep Disorders Center and the New York Sleep Institute facilities. AKA guests will be billed directly by the accredited sleep facilities.

The AKA Sleep School will initially be available at AKA's four Manhattan properties: AKA Central Park, AKA Times Square, AKA Sutton Place and AKA United Nations. Please mention SLEEP when booking. Located at 724 Second Avenue, the New York Sleep Institute is an accredited center of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and provides the highest patient care standards in the field of sleep medicine. The center provides a complete evaluation and treatment of all types of sleep disturbances and on-staff sleep specialists are board certified in sleep medicine and are experienced in treating sleep disorders in both adults and children. Situated at 462 First Avenue, the New York University School of Medicine Sleep Disorders Center is a clinical and research service available to assist physicians and patients in the diagnosis and treatment of severe or prolonged difficulties regarding sleep. The center is outfitted with state-of-the-art recording equipment and is also equipped for in hospital monitoring for screening and follow up purposes. The staff is multidisciplinary and experienced in the treatment of various sleep disorders. As part of the NYU School of Medicine, the center serves as the training site for medical staff interested in sleep disorders.

AKA Partners with Celebrity Fitness Trainer Amie Hoff As All-Suite Brand Debuts AKA Live it! Program

Contact: Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com

Acclaimed Fitness Expert, Hoff, Offers NYC Guests
Personalized Fitness Services & Access to Elite Studios

NEW YORK – September 25, 2008 – AKA, an innovative and growing collection of luxury all-suite properties targeting stays of 30 days or more, announces the launch of AKA Live it!, a program providing life-enriching opportunities for guests, ranging from wellness programs to learning experiences and more for guests. To kick off AKA Live it! in New York, where the brand has four midtown properties, AKA has secured an exclusive partnership with Amie Hoff of Hoff Fitness LLC, to serve as the AKA Fitness Consultant and help guests achieve their well-being goals. Upon request, Hoff, voted Best Personal Trainer for the past two years by Allure magazine and the personal trainer on the MTV series "Making the Band" with P Diddy, will provide AKA guests with a complimentary consultation to evaluate fitness goals.

For a nominal fee, Hoff will match guests with an appropriate fitness specialist to provide services to meet their specific needs or adventurous desires. As AKA guests typically stay for one month or longer, Hoff's customized fitness plans help guests realistically achieve long-term goals such as dropping a pants size, losing an inch around the waist or trying a new activity. Hoff will provide AKA guests access to elite studios requiring an "Amie in" that offer services such as yoga, Pilates, belly dancing, spinning, nutrition counseling, in-room massage, acupuncture and more.

Under this exclusive partnership, Hoff will help AKA guests live and maintain a healthy lifestyle while in New York City. Hoff and her team of certified service providers will develop customized workout sessions to allow travelers to sweat en-suite in AKA's spacious accommodations, in the fully-equipped gyms or while sightseeing in New York City. Visitors can kayak in the East River, jog along Riverside Drive, bike across the Brooklyn Bridge, snow-shoe through Central Park or climb the 1,860 steps to the top of the Empire State Building. Those looking for a water workout can utilize in the X-yard lap pool located at AKA Sutton Place.

AKA Live it! was conceived and developed by AKA co-president Larry Korman to encourage people to pursue their ambitions and dreams. "By partnering with Amie Hoff, we are affording our guests access to the best personal training and facilities New York City has to offer," said Korman. "The AKA Live it! program is all about encouraging people to follow their dreams, whether that is to have a well-toned body or learn a musical instrument. At AKA, where typical stays are at least a month long, we have the unique luxury of extended time with our guests and are ideally positioned to facilitate guests reaching their goals." At AKA, guests have the chance to focus on their fitness regime while away from the distractions of home.

"I'm thrilled to partner with AKA. Together we are dedicated to enhancing guests' healthy lifestyles," said Hoff. "New York City is a playground of dynamic, world-class exercise options and the AKA Live it! program allows guests to take full advantage of them."

Amie Hoff is an in-demand fitness professional who has appeared in fitness and health segments on ABC, CBS, NBC, CNBC and "Good Morning America." Hoff is certified with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the Equinox Fitness Training Institute. For more information on Amie Hoff, please visit www.hofffitness.com.

The AKA Live it! program is spearheaded by AKA Live it! Coach Veronica Lively, who is dedicated to assisting guests pursuing their passions, from cooking to foreign language, getting a good night's sleep to mastering a magic trick. For more information, please e-mail liveit@stayaka.com or call 888-AKA-6080 (888-252-6080).

Launching at the Manhattan AKA properties, AKA Live it! will soon be available at AKA properties in Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. AKA locations in New York City include AKA Central Park, AKA Sutton Place, AKA Times Square and AKA United Nations. Nightly rates for a 30-day stay at these properties start at $245.* For AKA reservations please visit www.stayaka.com or call (866) AKA-9999.

AKA, a division of Korman Communities, is an innovative and growing collection of luxury all-suite properties in prime urban locations targeting stays of 30 days or more. Current AKA residences are in: New York City (4); Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., White Plains, NY, and Arlington and Herndon, VA, with plans to own and operate 20 properties worldwide by 2010. Across the brand, architecturally inspired spacious accommodations, which range from studios to two-bedroom penthouse suites, offer the privacy of contemporary apartments infused with hotel services. While each property is unique and has distinct guest offerings, all properties feature the AKA brand standards and amenities of: fitness centers; full-service business centers with meetings space and complimentary high-speed Internet access; complimentary weekday club breakfasts with La Colombe coffee, yogurt, fruit and baked goods; en-suite dining; same-day, valet dry-cleaning and laundry service; 24-hour front desk assistance; dedicated doormen, concierge services and full-time, on-site management and maintenance. All suites include top-of the-line kitchens, contemporary furnishings, luxurious bathrooms, meticulous housekeeping; extended digital cable with HBO, DVD players, and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Personalized service is a hallmark of AKA. For reservations and information, please visit www.stayaka.com or call (866) AKA-999.

*Rates subject to change and based on availability. Taxes and surcharges not included.

Three Female Presidents to Lead AKA, AVE & ARK Brands

Contact: Caroline Kerrigan, Quinn & Co., 212-868-1900 x253; ckerrigan@quinnandco.com

Korman Communities Restructures Fourth-Generation, Family-Run Company & Appoints Three Female Presidents to Lead AKA, AVE & ARK Brands

From Luxury Extended Stay to Furnished Residences & Garden-Style Apartments, Korman’s Three Unique Brands Take on New Leadership & Thrive in a Down Economy

Plymouth Meeting, PA – November 19, 2008 – Upon approaching its centennial anniversary, Korman Communities, a Philadelphia-based fully integrated and innovative real estate company, is restructuring the family-run business and making exciting executive appointments across its three brands: AKA, AVE and ARK. While four generations of Korman men have led the company to where it is today (including current co-presidents Larry and Brad Korman), it will be three savvy women who are at the helm of the three divisions moving forward. Bucking the current economic trends, Korman Communities and its brands are thriving and expanding. Increased brand awareness, repeat business from a loyal and expanding customer base, and a general increase in popularity among the extended-stay set, are the main contributors to the company’s success. Long-term leases, what these three brands specialize in, are being inked at an increasing rate as companies are cutting back on travel costs and keeping employees on site for extended project work.

MJ Paschall is the president of the growing AKA brand of urban, luxury extended-stay hotel residences.  Leading AVE, a collection of suburban, mid-rise furnished and unfurnished residences, is Lea Anne Welsh.  This powerful trio of women is rounded out by Kathleen Schriver, heading up ARK, the garden-style apartment communities nestled in key Philadelphia suburbs.  The new executives boast 65 years of combined experience within Korman Communities.

“As we enter into our 100th year in 2009, we wanted to distinguish the three types of accommodations Korman Communities provides,” said CEO Steve Korman.  “Under MJ, Lea Anne and Kathy’s leadership, the AKA, AVE and ARK brands will grow, in a number of locations, visibility and amenities, continuing to be at the forefront of the real estate and hospitality industries, as Korman has done for nearly a century.”

At AKA, MJ Paschall, formerly the brand’s senior VP, takes the reins as president under the new organizational structure.  Her new role is fitting as Paschall has been an integral part of the innovative brand’s development since its inception in 2006.  Paschall began her tenure with Korman Communities in 1985 and assisted in the development of the KormanSuites brand, serving as director of sales during the first two years of operations and later as a regional director.  Targeting business or leisure guests looking to stay for one month or longer, over the past two years AKA has quickly expanded to eight properties in New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., with additional locations planned in Los Angeles and London and strives to have a portfolio of 20 properties by 2010.  Architecturally inspired studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and penthouse suites with living rooms and high-end kitchens, infused with hotel services, appeal to those renovating, divorcing, entertainment industry, stars seeking anonymity and more.  www.stayaka.com.

Instrumental in the creation and execution of the newly-launched AVE brand, Lea Anne Welsh began her career with Korman Communities in 1992.  In 2001, Welsh guided Korman Communities’ entry into the New Jersey market and became a corporate vice president.

As a modern residence hybrid where life meets style, the furnished and unfurnished mid-rise residences of the AVE brand are in key suburban areas near major urban markets such as Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and northern New Jersey.  This division was designed to cater to business, transient and local residents alike for rental.  AVE provides amenities and services for a resort-like lifestyle with movies in the courtyard, drinks by the pool, complimentary club breakfast and afternoon tea as well as tranquil spas.  www.aveliving.com

As president of the ARK brand, Kathleen Schriver will oversee operations and strategy for the company’s long-term residential properties, utilizing her nearly three decades of experience in property management.  She began her career with the company in 1980 as a leasing agent and quickly climbed the corporate ladder becoming Korman Communities’ youngest regional manager at 26 years old.  Schriver helped introduce the Korman brand to the southeast region in North Carolina and Georgia.  In 2005, she was promoted to a corporate vice president, expanding her responsibilities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.  ARK is the original apartment residence concept of Korman Communities, offering spacious unfurnished apartment homes for annual leases and elegantly furnished apartment suites for stays of 30 days or more.  Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, ARK provides residents with distinct amenities such as resort-style pools, private off-street parking and washers and dryers in each apartment.  http://www.kormancommunities.com/ark/

Korman Communities, with headquarters in Plymouth Meeting, PA, was conceived in 1909 by Hyman Korman and his two sons and was incorporated in 1919.  Initially starting out as home builders, and moving on to construct entire communities from ball parks to fire stations, the family built Korman Communities into a leading real estate name.  Through a century of operation, Korman Communities has constructed 30,000 single family homes, 12,000 apartments and townhouses as well as six million square feet of industrial and commercial space.  There are apartment communities that have been built and managed by the company for over 75 years.  In 1966, the company began offering the first furnished apartments and branded the idea with the introduction of KormanSuites in 1986. 

Throughout its history, Korman Communities, with development, management and financial capabilities operating throughout the eastern United States, has proven to be a name synonymous with integrity, market savvy and innovative strategy.  For further information, please visit www.kormancommunities.com.