CAI-MN Tradeshow Turnout Is Tops By Carin Rosengren | CAI-MN Communications Committee Chair, Keller Property Management
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he CAI-MN Tradeshow just keeps getting better. The annual event in February had something for everyone, plus fun extras like Plinko, shooting basketballs and rolling dice for prizes. Once again, the Xcel Energy Center proved to be a great location for this event. Educational offerings designed for property managers highlighted relevant topics like cyber protection and liabilities, and using mediation to solve disputes. Sessions for homeowners included a full hour to ask any question of a panel of experienced professionals such as an experienced reserve specialist, attorney and property manager. Between the continuing education credit-worthy sessions, more than 60 vendors greeted attendees with information, giveaways and drawings for prizes. Some raised the level of excitement around their booths and giveaways, including the aforementioned Plinko and hoops, plus rolling the dice for a Yahtzee, all yielding great prizes. Breiwick Companies showcased some of their all-electric lawn mowers, demonstrating their nearly soundless operation when the equipment was brought in and out of the Tradeshow floor. From drains and plumbing, to exterior renovations, roofing, disaster specialists and financial and reserve advisors, this year’s CAI Tradeshow offered the full package to the people who work for and who volunteer their time for the benefit of community associations. The Tradeshow Committee deserves a big THANK YOU. Your hard work was evident. Thanks also goes to Ewald Consulting for being a great member of the CAI-MN team, as well as to all the vendors, home owners and property managers whose attendance is what really makes the event special. See you there next year!
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