Top Things CAMs Want Board
Members to Know
Understanding the relationship between a CAM and an association's
board of directors can be tough. That's why we asked a few CAMs to
share how the relationship works, common misconceptions, and how
everyone can work better together.
What exactly is the relationship between a CAM and a board
of directors?
HD: Managers are professionals who advise board members and help
them make the best and the most fiduciarily-responsible decision they can.
Managers do the leg work, find solutions, educate, and execute.
ER: The relationship between a CAM and the board of directors is largely
dictated by the contract. A CAM should be a consultant and provide
information and advice to assist the board in making decisions. A CAM
should be the one to make recommendations and subsequently carry out the
decisions of the board.
HM: The manager is responsible for overall operations of the association
in accordance with board policies, governing documents, and applicable
local, state, and federal laws and regulations. They also prepare and execute
the association budget, fiscal management, request for proposals, grounds
maintenance, contract negotiations and oversight, managing contractors and
vendors, project management, and insurance administration.
Emily Ramirez, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Director of Community Management
Colorado Association Services
Heather Dombach, CMCA®
Community Manager
Associa Mid-Atlantic
Leah Debina
Community Manager
Associa Hawaii
Haley Murphy, CMCA®, AMS®
General Manager
The Prescott Companies
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