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Community associations - condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations - have a unique set of governance, management and homeowner issues. CAI is a membership organization which builds better communities through Informational and educational resources for community associations. Our informative podcasts address topics for elected volunteer leaders and property managers of condominium, homeowner and cooperative associations, specifically in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

Community Matters Community Associations Institute Pennsylvania & Delaware Valley Chapter

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Community associations - condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations - have a unique set of governance, management and homeowner issues. CAI is a membership organization which builds better communities through Informational and educational resources for community associations. Our informative podcasts address topics for elected volunteer leaders and property managers of condominium, homeowner and cooperative associations, specifically in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

    Exploring the Fulfilling Journey in Community Management

    Exploring the Fulfilling Journey in Community Management

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    Today's guests are Erica Pelosi and Dana Castellotti, two seasoned community managers who redefined their career paths to step foot into community management. They share their unique experiences in navigating career changes, and how they find immense satisfaction in this evolving role.
    Erica and Dana give a comprehensive view of their journey, discussing key attributes needed for community managers such as patience, flexibility, and empathy. They reveal the challenges they faced and how they overcame them, shedding light on the importance of top-notch organization skills, high-level multitasking, and a spin of personal uniqueness. This invaluable insight offers encouragement to individuals exploring new professions, especially community management.
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.
     

    • 22 min
    Property Loss & Insurance Claims: A Personal Story

    Property Loss & Insurance Claims: A Personal Story

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    In this episode, Denise Adamic, CMCA, Community Association Liaison for Horn Williamson, delves into the challenging world of property losses and insurance claims, providing invaluable insights gained from her over two decades in the industry.
    As a veteran community association manager who has dealt with three major insurance claims in recent years, Denise's story serves as both a warning and a guide for property owners and managers navigating the complexities of insurance coverage and recovery after a property loss.
    From in-depth discussion about navigating insurance claims during a catastrophe to dealing with unexpected costs related to remediation and rebuilding after a devastating event, this episode provides firsthand knowledge and helps you learn the practical steps to prepare for potential disasters and understand why it's critical to have an insurance policy that adequately meets your needs.
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

    • 25 min
    Virtual Meetings & Voting in Community Associations

    Virtual Meetings & Voting in Community Associations

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    In this episode, we're talking about electronic meetings and electronic voting in community associations. This form of meeting and voting has ramped up significantly in community associations over the last few years and increased participation in association meetings and elections. We’ll talk about why communities should consider e-voting and answer all your questions on this important topic. Tune in the hear more!
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

    • 34 min
    Emerging Technologies Impact on Community Associations

    Emerging Technologies Impact on Community Associations

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    Technology has changed the way we do everything. In today's episode of Community Matters, we're chatting with  Ed Hoffman, Esq., CCAL, chair of CAI’s Pennsylvania Legislative Action Committee, about emerging technologies in community associations, including EV charging stations, management software, electronic voting and more. So why are we talking to a lawyer about this? Well, there is a legal aspect to many of the emerging technologies that we're covering. Tune in the hear more!
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

    • 43 min
    A Conversation with The Philadelphian Condo Green Task Force

    A Conversation with The Philadelphian Condo Green Task Force

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    The Green Task Force at The Philadelphian Condominium, a high-rise condo in Center City, Philadelphia has implemented many programs to increase the sustainability efforts of the building and unit owners, which also help elevate property values at the building. We'll chat about these programs with Joan Batory, Chair of the Green Task Force in this episode of Community Matters Podcast.
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

    • 25 min
    The Future of Community Association Management

    The Future of Community Association Management

    Welcome to this episode of Community Matters podcast, where we discuss issues important to managing and governing condos, cooperatives and homeowner associations.
    Community Associations Institute celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023. The community management profession is about the same age. So at the half century mark, what is the future of community association management as a profession? We pose that question to this episode’s guest on Community Matters – Michael Mendillo, President of FirstService Residential, the largest residential management company in North America.  
    Special thanks to our sponsor - Hoffman Law, LLC. Visit Hoffman Law online for more information. 
    Community Matters is available in the iTunes store, on Google Play and on Spotify. Subscribe there or download the podbean app and be the first to receive notifications when new episodes are posted.

    • 38 min

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