Two words come to mind as I look back on spring and summer of 2020: chaos and pivot.
2020 has been filled with COVID-19 related chaos, such as unemployment, shelter in place, home schooling, office closures and remote work. Colleges turned to electronic classes, professional sports were delayed, and our country experienced protests, riots, racial and election tensions. As if that wasn’t enough, our state is challenged with yet another wildfire season. That’s chaos.
But, the other word that stands out to me is pivot. Like you, CACM is doing the best we can to pivot to keep you engaged and informed. Here are some examples:
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Events. Since chaos limits tournament play at almost every golf course, we will be holding two “days of golf.” One will be in Northern California and one in Southern California (San Diego). We are also holding two in-person events at our corporate office parking lot: a Fall Fun Fair and a Trunk or Treat Halloween event. Please check our website for all the details.
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CACM’s Virtual World. The most exciting pivot for me to announce is that we are in the process of acquiring a virtual world exclusive to CACM. This virtual world is unlike anything you have experienced to date. We are naming it CMworld™, short for Community Management World. CMworld™, which many of you briefly previewed during our town hall meetings earlier this year, will be launched in October. We will hold a week-long open house to let everyone come inside the world, get help with setting yourself up, visit with industry partners, and check out the office space, expo hall, auditoriums and classrooms. Because this is a private virtual world to CACM, I’m even able to have a firework show at 9:00 am on the beach! This is not a world of templated, standardized pretty pictures and Zoom. This is a completely interactive world where we’ll be offering everything from live feeds for educational purposes to concerts at networking events. No, you won’t need to be a gamer to engage and enjoy. If I can do it, you can do it. Watch closely as we release details in the coming weeks. Until then, feel free to tell everyone you know. This is a virtual game changer for our industry!
Until we see you again, please know that there is always someone here at CACM if you need anything. All of this chaos in our world can also cause some internal chaos. Reach out. You’re not alone.
Tom Freeley, CAMEx, CCAM
President & CEO
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The HOA Show
podcast launches
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The Cline Agency has launched a new podcast, “The HOA Show,” which brings in experts to speak on topics that concern common interest developments. The list of guest speakers have included attorneys, insurance professionals and others experts in the CID industry. So far, five episodes have been released tackling opening HOA amenities in a pandemic, water damage claims, successful rules enforcement and the impact of wildfires on the insurance market. Cline Agency’s CEO Tim Cline said topics are derived from questions and conversations they’ve had with associations, board members and management companies. The podcasts can be accessed on www.hoashow.org or you can subscribe through various podcast platforms.
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Rhonda Vicker recently joined McClure Management Inc. (MMI) as Director of Commercial Association Management. Rhonda has worked in the real estate industry for over 25 years, beginning in multi-family housing and transitioning into commercial real estate. After a short stint managing commercial retail and office, she began managing a portfolio of commercial property associations, which she has enjoyed doing for the last 12 years. For the past decade she has deployed strategies for managing multi-million-dollar properties and property owners’ associations. |
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Epsten promotes William S. Budd to Shareholder |
Epsten, APC, has promoted William “Bill” S. Budd, Esq. to shareholder. Bill became an attorney in 2000 after being a community association manager. His experience as a manager provides unique insight to a niche industry. While a community association manager, Bill was designated as an expert witness in Superior Court cases on community association issues. As an attorney for Epsten, APC, Bill provides transactional and civil litigation legal advice to his clients. He has successfully represented many clients in litigation, including prevailing in six cases before the Court of Appeal; three of which resulted in published opinions that are now binding authority in California. Clients enjoy Bill’s personality and fun demeanor along with his passion, professionalism and understanding of his clients’ needs. In addition to continuing his existing responsibilities, he now will also support the firm with a new leadership role as a shareholder. |
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Wedding bells rung for these managers last month |
Congratulations to Dee Rowe, CCAM (formerly Waite), San Diego Regional Manager for Packard Management Group, on her recent marriage to Lucas Rowe. The couple tied the knot August 22 in Coronado in a small wedding ceremony officiated by her dad and attended only by immediate family.
We'd also like to congratulate Daisy Diaz (formerly Casas), community manager with Walsh Property Management, on her recent marriage to Reuben Diaz. The couple wed August 21 in an intimate ceremony. Close friends and family members were able to witness the nuptials on Zoom. Best wishes to the newlyweds!
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Tim Flanagan launches HOA-focused law firm |
Attorney Tim Flanagan has established a full-service HOA law firm, Flanagan Law, APC, with Pam Richardson and two others from his HOA legal team. Tim has been practicing law since 2006, focused exclusively on the representation of community associations for the past decade. Previously, he was a partner at Berding | Weil. Flanagan Law provides corporate counsel, enforcement litigation, and assessment collection services to community associations. The firm is based in San Diego but also services Temecula, Coachella Valley and Orange County. Tim resides in San Diego with his wife and two boys. |
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Membership renewals will be available by September 28.We are thankful for our members and everyone who renews by October 31 will be entered into a drawing. One community manager will win free attendance to the 2021 CACM Law Seminar and $50 gift card. |
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2021 Law Seminar planning underway |
The Education Department has selected the speakers for next year's Law Seminar and Expo. The Law Seminar committee is engaged in the planning of the content and moving forward to bring you an exciting event next year. So stay tuned! |
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CACM welcomes Debbie Griffiths to the team |
Please join us in welcoming Debbie Griffiths, who recently joined CACM as our Education and Credentialing Advisor. Debbie comes to CACM with more than 20 years of experience as a community association manager and in leadership roles, most recently as Regional Manager and Vice President of Community Management. Any questions regarding certification, re-certification or specialty designations should be directed to her at dgriffiths@cacm.org.
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CACM's new Virtual World launching soon |
After much consideration and research, CACM is excited to share we'll be launching our very own virtual world in the coming months! CMworld™ will bring the power of CACM's professional offerings to members through an immersive virtual technology. The virtual world simulates real-life interactions for our educational offerings and events. Additionally, CMworld™ will offer authentic opportunities for networking and socializing among peers.
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Check out new job listings on CACM's Career Center
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Wednesday, Sept. 16
1 pm, Zoom Webinar
*Managers receive 1 CEU for attendance
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Interpersonal skills, communication, problem-solving, creativity, adaptability, balance and work ethic are keys to a successful career in the community management industry. Soft skills are not about the knowledge you possess but rather the behaviors and mindset you display in different situations.In this webinar, we’ll dive into how to develop the soft skills necessary to stand out to when communicating with clients and colleagues. |
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Cost: $20 (open to all members) |
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Join us for our very first fun fair! Admission is free and so are the margaritas and the yummy pizza from our firetruck pizza truck. The fun evening will take place at the CACM Headquarters parking lot. See you there!
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Bring the kids and join colleagues for a socially distanced Halloween event. Look forward to food, games, treats and prizes courtesy of CACM and our amazing sponsors. Admission is free and everyone is invited to enter our Halloween Costume Contest!
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Northern California, Oct. 19
Southern California, Oct. 27
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We've made some changes to our golf events. They're now in October, and will be in Danville and San Diego. Come for a day of play, networking and prizes! |
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The regional forums will be held via Zoom, but they will still cater to each individual location. This will allow the forums to address local issues while keeping the groups small and interactive. Registered managers will receive their Zoom link to join the day before the virtual event. Join your colleagues for virtual roundtables surrounding the liabilities related to the Coronavirus Pandemic. |
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High Rise & Large Scale: One-Day Virtual Summits |
Join fellow Large Scale & High Rise managers for this one-day VIRTUAL summit focused specifically on you! Travel “virtually” across California touring large scale and high rise properties. CCAM, CAFM and MCAM members earn 5 CEUs.
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