by Guest Author | Oct 29, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Throughout my 30-plus years of leadership in luxury hospitality and community association management, I’ve found that some of the biggest challenges and most fulfilling results have come from employee growth initiatives. It’s not always easy getting the team on board when they may be comfortable with the status quo. A leader’s goal is to change such a mindset, encourage calculated risk-taking, praise effort, and celebrate success. Here are 10 ways to inspire employee growth in community management.
by Guest Author | Oct 14, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Developing and implementing well-crafted policies is a cornerstone of successful association governance. Thoughtful policies protect the association and enhance the overall quality of life for residents. Boards should have clear policies and procedures for governing operations, decision-making processes, rules enforcement, and financial management.
by Guest Author | Sep 25, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Community associations develop and nurture many partnerships over the years, but seasoned professionals and volunteers say the relationship between an association and its management company is arguably the most significant.
by Guest Author | Sep 18, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
Governance in community associations is complex, with many potential blind spots that can lead to serious financial, legal, and operational challenges. Some of the most common yet often overlooked governance pitfalls include understanding roles, respecting the hierarchy of the documents, and failing to adhere to communication and meeting protocols.
by Guest Author | Sep 11, 2025 | CAI, Community Associations
New community association board members often need to hit the ground running, but it’s also incredibly important to set aside time to understand the inner workings of the association. When new board members become familiar with the players, governing documents, budget, reserve study, and more, they can confidently guide the community and fulfill their responsibilities.
