2020 is coming to a close and, as the cover of this month’s Vision magazine shares, “We survived!” That is something to be proud of. Let’s take a moment and ponder all of the ways you’ve grown, adapted and overcome in this chaotic year. Many of us started hiking and being healthier. Albeit virtual, I saw you running marathons, playing games with your children, and of course, early decorating for the holiday season! Yes, it’s been a tough year throughout California but challenges open doors for opportunity. You only need to look for it.
 
So, let’s look at 2021. While the Law Seminars have been moved online to our virtual platform CMworld™, we are already discussing with venues across the state for a few in-person spring forums. We are moving forward with planning the in-person Executive Leadership Summit at the Loews Resort in Coronado and have started discussions for the fall forums, golf tournaments, etc. Cautious optimism ensures we are always planning for the best outcome for you! 
 
Yup, it’s been a tough year, but it’s almost over and 2021 already looks promising. Join me in looking past the chaotic year known as “2020” and focusing on the potential that the New Year has to offer. But before we bid adieu to this year, enjoy your family through this holiday season.
 
From me and my lovely wife Lynne and the entire CACM team, we wish you and your family a wonderful, stress free, holiday season. I look forward to “seeing you” in the New Year! 

Tom Freeley, CAMEx, CCAM
CEO & President
Member News
Pacific Premier Bank Hires Amy Ostwinkle
Pacific Premier’s HOA & Property Management lending team welcomes Amy Ostwinkle as Vice President/Senior Relationship Manager - HOA Lending. Amy comes to the company with over 25 years of HOA lending experience. She has dedicated her career to developing innovative solutions to help meet the unique needs of HOA and community association clients. Amy began her finance career in 1993, when she owned and operated a mid-range accounting firm that had a special focus on supporting community associations. She has worked directly with industry-specific software companies to train and broaden the scope of financial technology knowledge to community management companies in the Greater Southwest. She spent many years specializing in banking technology and accounting processes for community associations. Amy comes to Pacific Premier from a large community association bank, where she served for 12 years as a Senior Vice President.
ProTec Building Services Welcomes New Staff
ProTec recently added two to its staff: Paty Smith (bottom photo) as Business Relations Representative and Mariah Wyckoff (top photo) as Marketing Coordinator. Paty is servicing the Orange County area, and Mariah is working in San Diego at the company’s corporate office. “We are so excited to have them aboard,” the company said. 
Marcello Lara Incorporates New Accounting Firm
Marcello Lara, CPA has established Lara Accountancy Group, Inc. "My company is growing and I am incorporating effective Jan. 1, 2021," said Lara. The company has a new logo.
Welcome New Baby Teagan Rose
Congratulations to Jeff Gardner, CFO of Sierra Mountain Management, and his wife Jessica Sheer on the birth of their daughter Teagan Rose on October 16 at 2:43 AM. Teagan weighed in at a healthy nine pounds and seven ounces. The happy parents say the most unexpected thing about parenting is “how easy it is to put her above everything else.” Aw! 
CACM's New Board of Directors for 2021
On behalf of the Board of Directors and CACM, please join us in recognizing the newly elected members of our board of directors:

Bonnie Basham, CACM, CAFM, Basham Management
Edward Szaky, CAMEx, CCAM, Matrix Association Management
Eric Kazakoff, CAMEx, CCAM, Canyon Lake Property Owners Association
Frank Alioto, CAMEx, CCAM, Community Management Services
Stacy Gerowitz, CAMEx, CCAM, Century Hill Association
Read the Latest Issue of Vision Magazine
In this Issue:

  • HOAs Grow Across California
  • Community Management Industry Bucks Jobless Rates
  • The Challenges We Overcame in 2020
  • 2021 Law Seminars Go Virtual in CMworld

We have transitioned to a new digital magazine platform called Issuu. Download the Issuu mobile app and follow CACM to read the magazine on your phone. 
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Take our survey to let us know what you'd like us to cover in upcoming Law Journal issues. This is your legal magazine. Tell us exactly what you want to know. 
Membership Renewals
It's that time again! Membership renewals are due before the end of the year. Pay online through our portal or by contacting us directly at membership@cacm.org
Education Department Updates
It's NOT too early to register! The 2021 Quarter Course Schedule
Your Education and Credentialing team released the 2021 First Quarter Course schedule. New in 2021 – courses will be held via Zoom and in the CM World! 
 
What does that mean to you, our manager members? 
  • The continued convenience of online learning
  • Continued interaction with experts in the CID industry, regardless of where you might live in the State of California
  • An enhanced level of networking with colleagues near and far
  • Enhanced engagement and student participation during all course sessions
 
We are also looking to expand our instructor cadre. Those manager members who have held a valid CCAM for at least 5 years, as well as industry partners with expertise in a specific area of the CID industry, are encouraged to join our most talented teaching team. Please contact Patty Sedia, your Education and Credentialing Administrator, at psedia@cacm.org for an application. 
Increase Your Knowledge - Earn a Micro-Specialty Certificate!

Did you know you can earn a Micro-Specialty Certificate in Commercial & Industrial CID Management? Don’t miss our upcoming CID class. 

Here’s the schedule:
1/5/2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Commercial & Industrial CID Management Session 1 of 3
1/12/2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Commercial & Industrial CID Management Session 2 of 3
1/26/2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Commercial & Industrial CID Management Session 3 of 3

To earn your Micro-Specialty Certificate you need to complete the following:
  • Hold your CCAM designation in good standing for a minimum of two years
  • Earn a Specialty Certificate in one of four areas: High Rise, Large Scale, New Development and Portfolio Management
  • Complete the application and submit processing fee of $75

For more information on earning this Micro-Specialty Certificate or any of our Specialty Certificates, please contact Debbie Griffiths at dgriffiths@cacm.org.
CACM Career Center
Check out new job listings on CACM's Career Center

Managers: You are welcome to upload your resume for viewing of management companies. The only companies who can view your resume are those companies that post an ad to the Career Center.


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Upcoming Events
CMworld Training
Have you downloaded CMworld? You should have received an email from cmworlddownload@eventfarm.email. Please look out for it. If you do not see it, please email communications@cacm.org so we can resend it.
  1. Download the world to your desktop or laptop computer.
  2. We strongly encourage a headset and mic to make your experience optimal.
  3. Attend one of our training sessions. Click on the time that best suits you and RSVP.
Holiday Music Bingo
Back by popular demand with a holiday twist!
  • Date: Monday, Dec. 14
  • Time: 5 pm
  • Where: Zoom
  • Cost: Free!
Put on your ugly sweater. We’ll do a “virtual ugly sweater parade” inviting each person who wants to participate to stand up and show us their ugly sweater. Someone will walk away with a fun prize! Be sure to RSVP, as a digital bingo card will need to be sent to you prior to the event.

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2021 Law Seminars Open for Registration
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