2,171 - AI, PropTech & Leadership in Multifamily – Conversation with Dan Smith of Verbaflow

You ever wonder what happens when you mix AI, multifamily real estate, and a bit of jet lag?In this episode, Mike Brewer welcomes Dan Smith — the man who's turning global PropTech upside down. From student housing in the UK to shaking hands in Dubai, Dan shares his journey from launching gin distilleries to launching VerbaFlow, an AI-driven communications platform revolutionizing how we operate multifamily communities.You'll hear how Dan went from sports travel to student housing and landed right in the heart of real estate tech — and how he’s using AI to actually solve problems, not just throw buzzwords at them.They unpack:The true power of AI in streamlining operations and enhancing resident experienceWhy staffing strategies must evolve (and how AI gives time back)What today’s operators can learn from startups with zero legacy systemsThe future of centralized systems, open APIs, and AI-first operationsWhy community and hospitality are more vital now than everDan also sounds off on leapfrogging legacy tech, the critical role of empathy in leadership, and how multifamily pros can gear up for what's not just a transformation — but a metamorphosis.Oh, and yes, he does look tired. And no, it’s not because of his baby — it’s because he’s singlehandedly bringing AI to the global stage.Smash that like button if you believe the future of multifamily is more human because of AI — not in spite of it.📩 Subscribe for more PropTech truths, leadership insights, and real estate industry interviews that actually matter.