In honor of Women’s History Month, I want to recognize the women who shaped my professional journey, beginning with Lillian Boese. The summer after I graduated from high school I began my internship at the Zoological Society of Milwaukee, a nonprofit organization supporting the Milwaukee County Zoo. Serving others came naturally to me. I imagined pediatrics. And then I met Lillian Boese.
Community managers have a profound responsibility for the safety and well-being of residents and staff. At CAI’s 2025 CEO-MC Retreat in September, a security expert shared guidance for recognizing potential threats, de-escalating conflicts, and preventing violence.
The world has changed dramatically over the past few years and so has the way homeowners associations conduct business. Online meetings are essential tools for transparency, accessibility, and efficiency in the modern community association. Digital meetings mean more residents engage, more voices are heard, and more questions are answered proactively.
