Among the biggest challenges boards face is residents' apathy and lack of participation in the governance of their own community. Poor attendance at meetings, failure to reach a quorum, and vacant board positions all make it hard - if not impossible - to carry out the vital business of running a sol...vent, functional buildng or HOA. This panel will offer concrete, real-world methods for improving resident participation and engagement, from getting board candidates on the ballot to encouraging better attendance at annual meetings. You'll get expert advice on how committees can help get people involved, as well as social events and other community programming. read more

This presentation offers an overview of the most common claims brought against condo boards for decisions around maintenance, spending, budgeting, board appointments, and more. Learn about how specific legal causes of action are asserted, and how they are defended, as well as how a condo’s governing... documents and existing case law play a role in litigation. read more

Lack of transparency and cooperation among the leadership of a condo or HOA community can lead to financial, legal, and liability issues that erode stability and tank property values. This expert panel will discuss why siloed decision-making makes the problem worse—and how building the right strateg...ic team can prevent such problems from the start, with actionable strategies your board can use right now to improve transparency, planning, and long-term resilience in our changing world. read more

Over the last few years, the cost of insurance premiums has risen sharply, coverage has been rolled back, and boards are feeling the pinch as they chart a path forward. This panel will discuss the reasons for the higher costs, offer advice on how to limit liabilities in order to keep premiums under ...control, and help boards assess their coverage in order to avoid both overpaying and being underinsured. read more

In our fast-paced, overstimulated world, it's easy to overlook - or even ignore - the signs that a community member may be struggling with isolation, mobility challenges, or mental health issues like agoraphobia and hoarding. While boards and managers may not have a legal responsibility to intervene..., there are steps they can take to help. Come find out what you can do to provide a better sense of community in your condo or HOA, avoid liability, and make it less likely for struggling neighbors to fall through the cracks. read more