CAI Greater Inland Empire

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – PROGRAM OF THE YEAR! 🎉

🎤📚 Who says education can't be informative, engaging, AND fun?! 🌟

From legislative updates and industry challenges to interactive learning experiences, our 2026 educational programs brought valuable information, fresh perspectives, and meaningful conversations to CAI-Greater Inland Empire members!

The Program of the Year Award recognizes outstanding educational presentations that inform, inspire, and empower our industry.

These nominees were selected through a vote of our Education Committee, with the top five programs advancing to the ballot for our membership to determine this year's winner!

Programs were evaluated based on educational value, industry relevance, speaker quality, audience engagement, and overall presentation.

👏 Please join us in recognizing our 2026 Program of the Year nominees! 👏

🌟 Gabe Ponce & Ty Jaglowski
📚 "Mandate Meets Management: AB 1572 Made Doable"

🌟 Sarah Karlovic, CMCA, Mike Kennedy, Esq. & Dirk Petchul, Esq.
📚 "Advocacy Activated: Turning Updates into Impact"

🌟 Louie Brown, Esq. & Robert DeNichilo, Esq.
📚 "Legislative Update"

🌟 Phil Hakopian, CIRMS & Corey Neubauer, CIRMS
📚 "Community Association Insurance: Challenges and Changes"

🌟 Nick Mokhlessin & Mark Quesada
📚 "HOA Trivia Game Show: Lunch, Learn and Lead"

💙 Education is at the heart of what we do at CAI-GRIE!

A special thank-you to our speakers for sharing their time and expertise, our Education Committee for putting together another year of valuable programming, and our members for showing up ready to learn and engage! ❤️

❄️🎲 LET'S CELEBRATE! 🎲❄️
Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

🥂 Congratulations to all our nominees! We look forward to celebrating the creativity, knowledge, and dedication that make our Chapter's educational programs so impactful!

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – ARTICLE OF THE YEAR! 🎉

✍️📖 Great articles don't just inform us. They spark conversations, share valuable insights, and help our industry grow! 🌟

It's time to recognize the talented writers who have shared their knowledge and expertise through our CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter publications!

The Article of the Year Award celebrates outstanding articles published over the past year. Unlike our peer-nominated categories, these nominees were selected through a vote of our Publications Committee, based on the quality of content, educational value, industry relevance, organization, and overall writing.

👏 Please join us in recognizing our 2026 nominees and their featured articles! 👏

🌟 Daniel Heaton, Esq.
📖 "Radical Transparency, Real World Limits"
2025 | Volume 4

🌟 Brandi Wilson, CMCA, AMS, PCAM
📖 "Leading with Purpose in HOA Management"
2026 | Volume 2

🌟 Eric Zar, CMCA, AMS
📖 "Managing in a 55+ Environment"
2026 | Volume 2

🌟 Cooper McHatton, Esq.
📖 "SB 1007 Defeated: What Boards Should Know and Do Next"
2026 | Volume 3

From leadership and community management to legislative updates and industry challenges, these articles provide valuable perspectives and practical knowledge for our members!

💙 One of the greatest benefits of CAI is the opportunity to learn from one another. We appreciate the members who take the time to put their knowledge into words and contribute to the education of our Chapter!

A special thank-you to our Publications Committee for their work throughout the year and for recognizing these outstanding contributions! ❤️

❄️🎲 LET'S CELEBRATE! 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

✨ Which article will take home the 2026 Article of the Year TOPS Award? We'll find out November 21st! ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – COMMITTEE OF THE YEAR! 🎉

🤝🌟 Behind every successful Chapter is a team of dedicated volunteers making things happen! 🌟🤝

From brainstorming creative ideas and planning memorable events to supporting education, advocacy, membership, and Chapter growth, our committees are truly the heartbeat of CAI-Greater Inland Empire! ❤️

The Committee of the Year Award recognizes a committee that exemplifies teamwork, collaboration, and volunteer engagement. This award celebrates members who work together toward a common goal, share responsibilities, and consistently show up to make a difference. Success isn't measured by attendance numbers or financial performance alone. It's also about the experiences created, the relationships built, and the lasting impact on our members!

👏 Please join us in recognizing our 2026 nominated committees! 👏

🌟 Education Committee
🌟 Finance Committee
🌟 Legislative Support Committee
🌟 Marketing Committee
🌟 Membership Committee
🌟 Monte Carlo / Country Fair Committee
🌟 Outreach Committee
🌟 Publications Committee
🌟 Special Events Committee

💙 The magic of CAI-GRIE happens when members come together, share their talents, roll up their sleeves, and turn great ideas into reality!

To every committee chair, co-chair, and volunteer, THANK YOU! Your time, dedication, and willingness to get involved are what make our Chapter such a special place to belong. We couldn't do it without you! ❤️

❄️🎲 LET'S CELEBRATE! 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

✨ Who will take home the 2026 Committee of the Year TOPS Award? We'll find out November 21st! ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE YEAR! 🎉

🤝🌟 Great partnerships build strong relationships, and strong relationships build a stronger industry! 🌟🤝

It's time to shine the spotlight on the companies that go above and beyond for their clients, colleagues, and the CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter! ❤️

The Business Partner of the Year Award recognizes a company that demonstrates exceptional leadership, professionalism, service, and commitment to the community association industry. Through active Chapter involvement and meaningful relationships, these Business Partners help strengthen CAI-GRIE and support the success of our industry.

👏 Please join us in recognizing our 2026 nominees! 👏

🌟 Beaumont Tashjian

🌟 Environmental Concepts Landscape Management

🌟 Everthrive Landscape Company

🌟 Fiore Racobs & Powers, A PLC

🌟 Gothic Landscape

🌟 Harvest Landscape

🌟 NPG Asphalt

🌟 Park West Landscape

🌟 Precision Landscape Solutions

🌟 SERVPRO Team Linguar

Each of these companies was nominated by their peers and has qualified as a Business Partner member of the CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter!

Our Chapter wouldn't be the same without the dedication, collaboration, and support of our Business Partners. Thank you for being an important part of the CAI-GRIE community! 💙

❄️🎲 **LET'S CELEBRATE!** 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

🥂 Congratulations to all our nominees! We can't wait to celebrate your accomplishments and recognize your contributions to our Chapter!

✨ Who will take home the 2026 Business Partner of the Year TOPS Award? We'll find out November 21st! ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 **2026 TOPS AWARDS – EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR!** 🎉

📚🌟 **Great education builds stronger professionals, stronger communities, and a stronger industry!** 🌟📚

We're excited to recognize the individuals who share their knowledge and expertise to help advance the community association industry!

The **Educator of the Year Award** recognizes a CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter member who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to education and professional development.

From presenting educational programs and teaching CAI courses to publishing articles, creating content, engaging members through social media, and advocating for our industry with elected officials, education takes many forms!

These efforts support **CAI's mission** by promoting best practices, encouraging professional growth, and empowering Community Managers, Homeowner Leaders, and Business Partners with the knowledge they need to succeed.

👏 **Please join us in recognizing our 2026 nominees!** 👏

🌟 **AJ Jahanian, Esq.**

🌟 **Cody House, CMCA, AMS, PCAM**

🌟 **Daniel Heaton, Esq.**

🌟 **Matthew Gardner, Esq.**

Each of these individuals was **nominated by their peers** and has qualified as a member of the CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter!

Their willingness to share their expertise and support continued learning helps strengthen our Chapter and the community association industry as a whole. 💙

❄️🎲 **LET'S CELEBRATE!** 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our **2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!**

📅 **Saturday, November 21, 2026**
📍 **Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA**

🥂 **Congratulations to our nominees!** We look forward to recognizing your contributions and celebrating with you at Pechanga!

✨ **Who will take home the 2026 Educator of the Year TOPS Award? We'll find out November 21st!** ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR! 🎉

❤️ Making a difference doesn't stop at the office door. Sometimes the greatest impact we can make is in the lives of those around us! ❤️

The Humanitarian of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding individual or organization that makes a meaningful difference in the broader community through charitable efforts, volunteerism, outreach, and acts of service.

Whether it's organizing blood drives, supporting local nonprofits, volunteering for meaningful causes, or stepping up to help those in need, this award celebrates efforts outside of CAI that contribute to making our communities stronger, more connected, and more compassionate. Because being a great community partner isn't just about the work you do. It's about the lives you touch along the way! 💕

👏 Please join us in congratulating our 2026 nominee! 👏

🌟❤️ ANTIS ROOFING & WATERPROOFING ❤️🌟

❄️🎲 LET'S CELEBRATE! 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

We can't wait to celebrate the spirit of giving, recognize those who make a difference, and enjoy a magical evening together!

✨ Here's to giving back, lifting others up, and building stronger communities together! We look forward to celebrating you on November 21st! ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – ASSOCIATION VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR! 🎉

❤️ Some of the most incredible things happening in our communities are made possible by people who give their time simply because they care! ❤️

It's time to shine the spotlight on the individuals who go above and beyond to make their neighborhoods a better place to call HOME! 🏡🌟

The Association Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding community member who, through their own time, dedication, and hands-on efforts, helps make their association a more enjoyable place to live.
Whether it's helping create a new dog park, improving playgrounds for children, organizing community enhancements, or finding creative ways to bring neighbors together, these volunteers take action with their association's support to make a lasting difference!

These individuals aren't doing it for recognition. They're doing it because they genuinely care about their neighbors, their community, and the place they call home! 💕

👏 Please join us in congratulating our 2026 nominees! 👏

🌟 Betty Roth
🏡 Heritage Lake Master Association
🌟 Larry Vieira
🏡 College Park Community Association

Both of these incredible individuals were nominated for their dedication, generosity, and commitment to making their communities better places to live! Their contributions help create more than beautiful neighborhoods. They help build connections, pride, and a true sense of community! ❤️

❄️🎲 LET'S CELEBRATE! 🎲❄️

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 2026 Monte Carlo & TOPS Awards Gala – Winter Wonderland!

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino | Temecula, CA

✨ Who will take home the 2026 Association Volunteer of the Year TOPS Award? We'll find out November 21st! ✨

10/24/2026

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🎉 2026 TOPS AWARDS – COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR! 🎉

🏡 Great communities don't just happen. They're built through strong leadership, dedicated volunteers, engaged residents, and a shared commitment to excellence! 🌟

It's time to celebrate the communities that truly shine! From small neighborhoods to large master-planned communities, each of these associations represents the heart of what makes the community association industry so special. ❤️

The Community Association of the Year Award recognizes associations that demonstrate excellence in governance, fiscal responsibility, community engagement, operations, and the overall quality of life for their residents.

This prestigious award honors communities that exemplify the highest standards of community association leadership and serve as an inspiration and model for others throughout our industry.

To recognize the unique accomplishments of communities of all sizes, this award is presented in four categories:

🏡 SMALL: Fewer than 100 units
🏘️ MEDIUM: 101–500 units
🏠 LARGE: 501–1,000 units
🌳 EXTRA LARGE: 1,001+ units

👏 Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Community Association of the Year nominees! 👏

🌟 The Groves Owners Association
🌟 Country Glen Landscape Maintenance Association
🌟 Stonebrook Estates Community Association
🌟 Fairway Canyon Community Association
🌟 Solera Oak Valley Greens
🌟 Audie Murphy Ranch
🌟 College Park Community Association
🌟 Trilogy at Glen Ivy
🌟 Wolf Creek Maintenance Association

Each of these outstanding communities was nominated for recognition and has qualified as a member of the CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter! ❤️

Behind every successful community are dedicated Board Members, Community Managers, Business Partners, and homeowners working together toward a common goal.

These associations demonstrate that strong leadership, thoughtful decisions, financial stewardship, and community involvement make a lasting difference in the places people call HOME! 🏡💕

10/23/2026