Breakout Sessions I - Session 1: Insurance Hard Market: What's the Future Forecast?

4/30/2025 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Presenter: Mike Luzzi, CPIA, Acrisure & Brendan Whelan, CIRMS, Brown & Brown Insurance

Session 1:  Insurance Hard Market: What's the Future Forecast?

Presented by Mike Luzzi, CPIA, Acrisure & Brendan Whelan, CIRMS, Brown & Brown Insurance

This panel discussion will help attendees understand current insurance premiums and the market conditions that have led to them.  Panelists will discuss potential future impacts on coverage and pricing, as well as ways to discuss the challenges with your board members and homeowners. 

Breakout Sessions I - Session 3: From Planning to Action: Integrating Preventive Maintenance with Reserve Studies

4/30/2025 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Presenter: Presented by Caitlin Maggiano, Klein & Hoffman; Eric Faggioli, President, Delaware Valley Paving

Session 3: From Planning to Action: Integrating Preventive Maintenance with Reserve Studies

Presented by Caitlin Maggiano, Klein & Hoffman; Michael Craig, Vice President of Account Management, Delaware Valley Paving

This presentation explores a critical link between preventative maintenance strategies and reserve studies, focusing on how integrating these two components ensures long-term property sustainability and financial health. Attendees will learn how to align proactive maintenance schedules with reserve fund planning, optimizing both asset longevity and budgeting efforts for the future.

Breakout Session II - Session 1: Generating Revenue: Best Practices to Offset Budget Increases

4/30/2025 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Presenter: Presented by: Rachael Taylor, AMS, FirstService Residential & Sandi Anderson, Green Hill Condominium

Session 1: Generating Revenue: Best Practices to Offset Budget Increases

Presented by: Rachael Taylor, AMS, FirstService Residential & Sandi Anderson, Green Hill Condominium

Community associations can generate additional income through various avenues. These include renting out common spaces like clubhouses or pools, offering advertising space in newsletters or on community websites, organizing fundraising events, charging fees for amenities like fitness centers, and exploring partnerships with local businesses for sponsored events or discounts for residents.

Learn how your association can diversify its revenue streams, better fund community improvements, maintain financial stability, and potentially reduce the burden of assessments on homeowners.

Breakout Sessions II - Session 3: Right as Rain: An In-Depth Look at Stormwater Management from Components to Maintenance

4/30/2025 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Presenter: Presented by Jennifer Keggan, RS, Bustamante Engineers; Carl Weiner, Esq., CCAL, Hamburg Rubin Mull

sSession 3: Right as Rain: An In-Depth Look at Stormwater Management from Components to Maintenance

Presented by Jennifer Keggan, RS, Bustamante Engineers;  Carl Weiner, Esq., CCAL, Hamburg Rubin Mullen Maxwell & Lupin

Come rain or shine, Boards can’t keep their heads in the clouds about their community’s stormwater management system. This often-forgotten system is an important part of the community’s infrastructure and aids in dealing with the rainwater and possible flood prevention. This session will discuss the ins & outs of stormwater systems, specific components, common problems, maintenance suggestions for the basins and overall system, how local municipalities are handling stormwater ordinances that affect communities, and the expectations placed on associations for long-term stormwater maintenance.

Conference Welcome Reception - CONNECT at Community LIVE!

4/30/2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Conference Welcome Reception

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Freedom Hall @ Lancaster Convention Center
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CAI’s conference welcome reception is one of the biggest networking events of the year! Enjoy drink tickets courtesy of sponsors, lite bites, and more while making face to face connections with exhibitors and manager and homeowner attendees.

Breakout Sessions III - Session 1: Roberts Rules of Order Explained

5/1/2025 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Presenter: Presented by Jeff Brenner, Esq., Marcus & Hoffman

Session 1: Roberts Rules of Order Explained

Presented by Jeff Brenner, Esq., Marcus & Hoffman

Do you often find it confusing to know when and/or how to utilize Roberts Rules of Order in your Community Association? This session will help you to better understand when and how to use Roberts Rules and will also explore ways to better understand them.

Breakout Sessions III - Session 3: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Shaping the World of Electronic Voting & Virtual Meetings

5/1/2025 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Presenter: Presented by Brooke Osiel and Oshadhi Herman, CondoVoter

Session 3: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Shaping the World of Electronic Voting & Virtual Meetings 

Presented by Brooke Osiel and Oshadhi Herman, CondoVoter

Join us to learn how artificial intelligence (AI) tools are significantly enhancing electronic voting systems and virtual meeting services in community associations. The presentation will discuss what kind of AI tools can be used in electronic voting systems and virtual meeting services, and how they add value. Learn how integrating AI into electronic voting systems can improve the overall voting experience, increase trust in the process, and ensure more efficient and effective governance in Condo and HOA communities. The following topics will be covered. 

• Improved Security: AI can help detect and prevent fraudulent activities by monitoring voting patterns and identifying anomalies. Machine learning algorithms can flag suspicious behavior and ensure that only eligible members are voting.  
• Enhanced Accessibility: AI can provide features such as voice recognition, natural language processing, and chatbots to assist users in understanding and navigating the voting process. This can make voting more accessible for individuals with disabilities or those who are not tech-savvy.  
• Efficient Vote Counting: AI can automate the vote counting process, ensuring accuracy and speed. This reduces the possibility of human error and provides instant results once the voting period ends. 
• Data Analysis: AI can analyze voting data to identify trends and patterns. This can help condo boards and HOAs understand member preferences and make informed decisions in the future. • Personalized Communication: AI can be used to send personalized reminders and notifications to members about upcoming votes, deadlines, and the importance of their participation. This can increase voter turnout and engagement.  
• Scalability: AI systems can easily scale to handle large numbers of voters, making it feasible to conduct votes for larger associations without significant additional resources.
  
  

General Session & Keynote Speaker: Lead Like a Pro: The Ultimate Leadership Game Plan

5/1/2025 10:10 AM - 11:30 AM

Presenter: Phil Martelli

General Session and Keynote Speaker plus Gold Star Community Recognition

Lead Like a Pro: The Ultimate Leadership Game Plan

Phil Martelli aims to “Make a Difference.” His unique presentations are geared to support, enhance, and improve the work being done in your organization. The goal of these one-of-a-kind talks is for each executive, manager, board member, and business partner to take away one idea or thought that will allow them to Make a Difference. 

Themes: 

• The Value of Real Relationships: Building authentic connections in the workplace. 
• The Need to Be Organized: Strategies for effective project and time management. 
• The Challenges of Providing Energy: Maintaining enthusiasm and motivation in corporate settings. 
• The Daily Need to Learn and to Teach: Fostering a continuous learning environment. 
• The Strength of Great Teammates: Promoting collaboration among team members. 
• The Importance of Who You Are: Encouraging self-awareness and authenticity in the workplace. 
• The Power of Thank You: Cultivating a culture of gratitude in the company.

This session includes recognition of the chapter's newest Gold Star Communities!