GET TO KNOW OUR TEAM AT CVP

Meet the dedicated team behind Collegiate Village Potsdam! Our staff is committed to creating a supportive, comfortable, and engaging living experience for every resident. From friendly leasing professionals who make move-in simple, to a responsive maintenance crew keeping everything running smoothly, each team member plays a key role in making our community feel like home. We’re here to help students thrive—academically, socially, and personally—by providing exceptional service and a welcoming environment every step of the way.

Melanie Cave

Community Manager

How long have you worked at CV: 5 Months
What do you like about working at CV?
It is a warm and friendly place. I have landed in a wonderful community.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
Potsdam has a little bit of everything including major colleges, a quaint historic downtown, coffee shops, and waterviews. It's a peaceful yet lively community.

Kyanna Hastings

LEASING Manager

How long have you worked at CV: Just over 2 years
What do you like about working at CV?
One of my favorite things about CVP is the people! I love getting to know residents throughout their time here and getting to meet new people every year.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
My favorite thing about Potsdam is the community! I love all of the small town businesses and the hustle and bustle of living in a college town. I also love the beauty of each season as well as the disconnecting and spending in time enjoying the surrounding nature.

Scott Lafay

Maintenance Supervisor

How long have you worked at CV: 12.5 Years
What do you like about working at CV?
Good place to work, good people to work with and for.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
I have lived here my whole life.

Drake Dishaw

How long have you worked at CV: 3.5 Years
What do you like about working at CV?
I love interreacting with residents with various backgrounds and personalities.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
Local business and the food choices.

Scott LaFay Jr.

How long have you worked at CV: 7.5 Months
What do you like about working at CV?
It's close to home with a friendly work enviroment and a great and supportive staff.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
Being close to family and friends.

Millie The Moose

How long have you worked at CV: 5 Years
What do you like about working at CV?
I love our residents at CVP. I also enjoy the vast outdoor green space around the property.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
Food! And how close knit the community is here.

Kam Armstrong

How long have you worked at CV: Just over a year
What do you like about working at CV?
Residents, co-workers and all around great atmosphere.
What is your favorite thing about Potsdam?
It's near the water and has a lot of fun places to walk my dog Duke.