The company's founder and CEO is Leslie Kaminoff. Under his leadership, AKAM Living Services, Inc., a multi-faceted real estate services group of firms, has developed from the management of one 12-unit apartment building to being a leader in the New York and South Florida management markets in 35 years. Leslie Kaminoff shares his knowledge with co-op and condo owners, Boards, and professionals through numerous speaking engagements, seminars, and as an Adjunct Professor at New York University's Real Estate Institute, where he spoke on both general management and real estate management. How to Pick the Best Management Firm for Your Residential Property and What to Expect from Your Property Manager are two of his earlier books, as well as several articles in industry publications and accolades for management performance.