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Meet Chris Wixted, Risk & Safety Manager

07.29.2025

Meet Chris Wixted, Risk & Safety Manager

“What bring me the greatest satisfaction in my role is supporting our teams during high-pressure situations, reducing stress, and providing actionable solutions that protect both our team members and residents. Problem solving is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work, as it allows me to think critically and create a meaningful impact.”


As the Risk & Safety Manager at AVE, I work closely with all communities to guide them through incident response, implement follow-up actions, and manage the recovery of related expenses. I contribute to risk reduction by developing standardized procedures and introducing engineering innovations tailored to each community’s specific needs. Additionally, I build and maintain strong relationships with our remediation and insurance partners.

Q: What is a typical workday like for you?
Since most of my duties involve responding to a variety of situations, each day is different – and I love it! When I’m not addressing community needs, most of my time is spent researching creative ways to mitigate risk across our communities and developing standard operating procedures. Additionally, regular discussions with insurance partners and our external risk management team are a key part of my daily responsibilities.

Q: How long have you been working in this industry?
I’ve been in property management for a year, after spending 8 years in insurance.

Q: What do you love most about being a part of the AVE team?
What I love most is our shared commitment to delivering a people-first experience for our residents, while fostering a supportive team environment that feels more like a family than a workplace. One of the highlights of my role is working alongside our outstanding maintenance team, whose commitment to excellence ensures our communities remain as the #1 apartment brand in the nation.

Q: What is your favorite amenity or service that AVE provides and why?
The pool and fitness spaces in our communities are by far my favorite. The design, presentation, and upkeep from our team members makes the spaces feel like a luxury resort.

Q: What is your hometown?
Marlton, NJ

Q: What is your favorite hobby and why?
Golf is my favorite hobby because it is a perfect microcosm of life – a never-ending chase for perfection.

Q: What is your favorite spot in the Greater Philadelphia area and why?
Peddlers Village. It offers a perfect mix of activities while maintaining the quaint, small-town feel. Their events around the holidays are great!

Q: What are 3 fun facts about you that we might not know?
  1. I enjoy doing housework, including both cleaning and projects.
  2. I was enrolled in the police academy.
  3. I enjoy going to sporting events and concerts.
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