by Tom Freeley, California Association of Community Managers
CACM Chat – HOA Life where no HOA topic is off the table. We’ll bring you stories, trends, legislative matters and best practices in HOA management straight from the day-to-day professionals who work in the California community association management industry and the expert Industry Partners that serve HOAs. CACM was founded in 1991 to elevate professionalism in community management through California specific education and certification. Rapidly changing laws, new advanced technology, and an ever-evolving workforce. Geared toward the community association management industry. Tune in every week and make sure to follow us on our social channels @cacmchat. Hosted by industry veteran, @TomFreeley, CEO of the California Association of Community Managers.
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April 22, 2025
<p>In this week’s episode of CACMChat: The HOA Life, Alia Saouli and Celeste Huecias of CACM sit down and have a candid conversation about community management. This crash course episode dives into what the industry is all about, the kind of person it takes to thrive and how to find your place in this unique and rewarding field.</p><p>With reflection on the years she managed, Saouli, shares with industry newcomer, Huecias, insight into real-life challenges, growth opportunities and resources available for you to connect and thrive in the field. Whether you&#39;re just starting out, simply curious or want to learn a bit more about CACM, you’ll get tips on how to prepare, why it’s important to get involved and what resources are out there to support both you and your boards.</p><p>But don’t let the conversation end with the two of them—listen today and send us your questions or feedback. We’d love to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Links & Resources:<br></strong>Visit us at <a href="https://cacm.org/">www.cacm.org</a><br>To listen to other podcast episodes, go to <a href="https://cacm.org/podcast/">https://cacm.org/podcast/</a><br>Follow us on social media: @cacmchat<br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/</a><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/">https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/">https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/</a><br>X: <a href="https://x.com/CACMchat">https://x.com/CACMchat</a></p>
April 8, 2025
<p>In this week’s episode of CACM Chat: The HOA Life, guest host Alia Saouli sits down with Kendrah Kay, CAMEx, CCAM, of Powerstone Property Management to break down personality types in the industry. </p><p>With the conversation centered around the Enneagram diagram, Alia and Kendrah explore how understanding personality types can help you highlight the strengths within your team, board or homeowner community—and how to better navigate those points of opportunity (as Alia likes to say).</p><p>From Type 1 perfectionists to Type 9 peacemakers, this episode dives into how Enneagram awareness can elevate your leadership, communication and collaboration in the HOA world. Whether you're managing a community, sitting on a board or just trying to keep the peace at the next meeting, there's something in this chat for you. </p><p>Want to discover your own Enneagram type? Take the test and gain an even deeper insight into this week’s episode: <a href="https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test?ppcga=fixed&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwhr6_BhD4ARIsAH1YdjAnoF2PSk45IkSvkEtCgJcLPU2alQzONG6vusoLF_bNR2GMyL7nEIcaAlvMEALw_wcB">The Enneagram Personality Test</a> or download the Enneagram App <a href="https://enneaapp.com/">https://enneaapp.com/</a></p><p><strong>Links & Resources:<br></strong>Visit us at <a href="https://cacm.org/">www.cacm.org</a><br>To listen to other podcast episodes, go to <a href="https://cacm.org/podcast/">https://cacm.org/podcast/</a><br>Follow us on social media: @cacmchat<br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/</a><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/">https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/">https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/</a><br>X: <a href="https://x.com/CACMchat">https://x.com/CACMchat</a></p>
March 25, 2025
<p>In this episode of CACMChat: The HOA Life, guest host Alia Saouli of CACM sits down with board member, Kendrah Kay, CAMEx, CCAM of Powerstone Property Management, ACMC. The pair share candid conversation on the realities of managing HOA communities—and most importantly, the residents. From wild resident stories to valuable tips on handling tough situations, Kendrah offers serious insight from both a manager and leadership perspective. Whether you’re dealing with dream residents or nightmare scenarios, this episode is packed with practical strategies and relatable experiences. Don’t miss this must-listen discussion on navigating the good, the challenging and everything in between!</p><p><strong>Links & Resources:<br></strong>Visit us at <a href="https://cacm.org/">www.cacm.org</a><br>To listen to other podcast episodes, go to <a href="https://cacm.org/podcast/">https://cacm.org/podcast/</a><br>Follow us on social media: @cacmchat<br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/cacm/</a><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/">https://www.facebook.com/CACMchat/</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/">https://www.instagram.com/cacmchat/</a><br>X: <a href="https://x.com/CACMchat">https://x.com/CACMchat</a></p>
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