Board of Directors
From the President
By Jonathan Edin | CAI-MN President
Recognition: This is something we all appreciate for the work we do. I think we all smile if an occasional “atta boy/girl” comes our way every now and then. How about all of those who serve our communities? What do we do to recognize them? Community Association Board members put in countless hours as unpaid volunteers in their roles directing the affairs of their associations. Professional Property Managers handle numerous properties, participate in ongoing training, are responsive well past an eighthour workday, and treat everyone with equanimity and cheerfulness as if their job depends on it. In my work with both boards and managers, I continue to be impressed at the professionalism displayed. It speaks highly for our communities and those who work with them. Thus, I think it is incumbent on all of us to recognize the work and dedication of the men and women who serve our communities at every opportunity. Homeowners and Property Managers received an opportunity for recognition at the recent 2011 Vision Awards. Congratulations to Aron Ponthan of Gittleman Management Corporation as Rookie of the Year, Glen Edin of Edinburgh Association as HOA of the Year, Patrick Hynes as Outstanding Chapter Volunteer, and Margaret Carter of Gittleman Management Corporation for Excellence in Service. The Vision Awards program is a great opportunity every year to celebrate the unsung heroes of our communities. This was an excellent event at a new venue this year which we all should remember to heartily support and attend in coming years.
designations that indicate an “above and beyond” level of training and professional development. The CMCA certification (Certified Manager of Community Associations) requires completion of CAI’s Professional Management Development Program (PMDP) M-100 course, “The Essentials of Community Association Management,” and successful completion of the CMCA examination. The AMS designation (Association Management Specialist), requires two years of verified management experience, successful completion of the M100 course and examination, and completion of two higher level M200 courses. It further requires redesignation every three years with continuing education requirements. Finally, the PCAM designation (Professional Community Association Manager) requires five years of verified management experience, completion of the M100 course and examination, and completion of all six M200 courses. If that wasn’t enough, the candidate also has to earn enough points on the PCAM application, and must complete an extensive Case Study examination. Redesignation and continuing education are also required. Obviously, obtaining these designations is no small thing. They are symbols of a commitment to the highest levels of professional accomplishment in our industry, which in turn benefits us in the service we receive. We are often quick with the critical word or complaint. However, a few words of praise go a really long way. Thus, when we have the opportunity, let’s not miss a chance to gratefully recognize our volunteers and managers for their hard (and often unnoticed) work.
President Jonathan Edin Phone 651.222.2155 JEdin@mncondodefects.com President-Elect Traci Lehman, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Phone 612.381.8600 tracil@citiesmanagement.com Treasurer Michael P. Mullen, CPA Phone 952.928.3011 mike@cpamullen.com Secretary Halo Stafford, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Phone 952. 277.2785 hstafford@gittleman.com Directors Tom Engblom, AMS, CMCA, PCAM Phone 866.800.4656 tengblom@cabanc.com Steve Hoogenakker Phone 763.213.2410 steve@landscape.pro Michael Klemm, Esq. Phone 952.953.8832 klemmm@seversonsheldon.com Rich Klobuchar Phone 763.551.9827 rklobuchar@usinternet.com Traci Lehman, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Phone 612.381.8600 tracil@citiesmanagement.com Nancy Polomis, Esq. Phone 952. 941.4005 npolomis@hjlawfirm.com Jim Rezek Phone 763-424-9984 jimrezek@comcast.net Gene Sullivan Phone 952.922.2500 gene@ncmgi.com
Another often overlooked recognition issue is the lack of understanding of manager professional development accomplishments. You often see after a manager’s name the designations of CMCA or PCAM, but what do they mean? The short answer is that they are professional
Committee Chairs Legislative Action Chair Patrick Hynes, Esq. Phone 651.388.1891 phynes@strobelhanson.com
Annual Meeting Chair Lisa Astelford, CMCA Phone 952.277.2787 lastleford@gittleman.com
Golf Tournament Chair Tosh Tricas, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Phone 888.219.2534 capt.tosh@gmail.com
Communications Chair Joel Starks Phone 952.224.4480 joel@sharpermanagement.com
Education Committee Chair Gene Sullivan Phone 952.922.2500 gene@ncmgi.com
Home Owner Training Chair Sara Lassila, CPA Phone 952.474.1631 sara@saralassila.com
Nominating Chair Jonathan Edin Phone 651.222.2155 jedin@mnconstructiondefects.com Membership Chair Steve Arrell 763.315.8900 JulyPhone | August 2011 steve@newexterior.com
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