Achievers & Accolades

Greater Fayetteville Apartment Association member and instructor, John Riggs, inducted into the 2023 AANC Hall of Fame.

By Staff Report, posted 1 year ago
John Riggs, Photo taken from GFAA website. 

On Tuesday, April 25, part of the annual AANC Education & Legislative Conference, GFAA member and instructor, John Riggs, was inducted into the 2023 Apartment Association of North Carolina  Hall of Fame. 

The Greater Fayetteville Apartment Association highlighted the accomplishment on their website stating” 

“John Riggs, Senior Service Manager Transition at Blue Ridge Companies, has been in our industry since 1975 and his statewide contributions have made a significant impact. John has been a dedicated AIT Facilitator for the National Apartment Association (NAA) since 2012 and has taught maintenance related classes such as EPA 608 Certification, Appliance classes, CAMT, HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing classes for the majority of local affiliates.”

“In addition, he co-authored HVAC Best Practices for local apartment associations and has helped Coastal Carolina Community College and Fayetteville Technical Community College set up their maintenance training for the apartment industries. He holds many certifications, including a NSPF Certified Pool Operator, a Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician, a Certified Storm Water BMP Inspections & Maintenance and more. John is a proctor with ESCO Institute and a Certified Appliance Technician for Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire, and General Electric. He is also a proud veteran and supporter of fellow veterans.” 

According to the website, “This group of VERY well deserving individuals have made significant contributions, accomplishments, and service to the multifamily housing industry.” 

Riggs was honored with other inductees including  Maria Barker, Roy Fielding, Jesse Jenkins, Jody Longwill, Cindy Nitschke, Ellie Norton, and Lisa Taylor.

The group was honored during the AANC Education & Legislative Conference: Recognition Lunch held in late April.

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