New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, 97 Sunfield Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837
Don’t miss the premier event designed to empower and educate community leaders!
Contact emily@cainj.org with any questions.
Pre-Registration for the upcoming Conference & Expo is highly recommended. Utilize the following link to register.
(Subject to Change)
Thursday, October 15, 2026
8:00 am | Floor Opens – Opening Welcome by CAI-NJ President & Chapter Executive Director |
8:00 am – 9:30 am | Complimentary Breakfast Available |
9:00 am | $1,000 Prize Drawing |
9:15 am – 10:00 am | Morning Education 1: Destination: Financial Transparency. Navigating Audits, Reserve Funding, and Financial Governance in Today’s Changing Regulatory Environment |
| Morning Education 2: Destination 2030: Your Passport to the Future of Community Management |
10:15 am | $1,000 Prize Drawing |
11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Complimentary Lunch Available |
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm | Afternoon Education 1: Passport to Protection: Exploring Insurance Premiums |
Afternoon Education 2: Avoid Turbulence: Sizing Your Staff, Balancing Budgets, Risk and Resident Expectations | |
1:00 pm | $1,000 Prize Drawing & Manager’s All-Access Pass Raffle Drawing |
1:30 pm | Passport to Prizes Game Drawing |
2:00 pm | Floor Closes |
2:05 pm | $1,000 Prize Drawing – in education space |
| 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm | Legislative Update from NJ-LAC – Navigating New HOA Legislation in NJ |
Join us for an incredible lineup of educational programs that will help you understand issues facing the industry and tips on how to best serve your community.
Join us for an incredible lineup of educational programs that will help you understand issues facing the industry and tips on how to best serve your communities.
Community managers receive one (1) credit hour for each program they attend.
9:15 am – 10:00 am
Learn how to navigate the HOA audit process with confidence, from planning and document preparation to financial reporting and tax compliance. This session explains what auditors look for, common issues that can delay an audit, and best practices for ensuring a smooth review. Attendees will also explore how reserve funding, board governance, documentation, and evolving regulations affect an association’s financial health. Perfect for board members and community managers looking to strengthen financial oversight and promote greater transparency.
Presented by Jordan Burkhalter, CPA and Mohammed Salyani, CPA, WilkinGuttenplan
9:15 am – 10:00 am
Explore the future of
community association management as industry experts discuss how technology, AI, evolving legislation, and changing homeowner
expectations are reshaping the profession. This interactive panel will examine emerging trends in governance, communication,
reserve planning, cybersecurity, automation, and strategic leadership. Attendees will gain practical insights, real-world
perspectives, and forward-looking strategies to help their communities adapt and thrive in an ever-changing landscape. Perfect for board members, community managers, and industry professionals preparing for what’s next.
Presented by:
Tanna Bucca, Esq., Becker, Andrew Clemens, CINC Systems. Jennifer O’Brien, CMCA, Taylor Management Company, AAMC, AMO, and
Cheryl Rhine, CIC, CIRMS, EBP, USI Insurance Services
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Demystify the complex underwriting process behind community association insurance. This session pulls back the curtain on how commercial insurance carriers analyze, evaluate, and ultimately price risks for condominium associations. Participants will explore the dual pillars of property and liability coverage, gaining a clear understanding of the specific risk levers that drive premium fluctuations.
Presented by:
Thomas Cassa, GNY Insurance
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Learn how to build an effective staffing model that balances resident service, operational efficiency, and budget goals. This session explores practical strategies for evaluating staffing needs across maintenance, operations, concierge, and support roles while addressing the challenges of rising labor costs and evolving resident expectations. Attendees will gain actionable insights on workforce planning, performance measurement, technology, and scalable staffing solutions to support long-term success. Perfect for
property management professionals and operations leaders looking to optimize team performance.
Presented by:
Daniel Reilly, Planned Companies
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm
Stay ahead of legal changes affecting New Jersey HOAs in this legislative update from the New Jersey Legislative Action Committee (NJ-LAC). Learn how new laws impact governance, elections, finances, and building safety. Understand key advocacy efforts and how the legislative process works.
This session simplifies complex updates and provides tools to lead with confidence during times of change. Perfect for board members, managers, and community leaders who want to stay informed, protect their communities, and engage in the advocacy process.
Presented by:
The New Jersey Legislative Action Committee (NJ-LAC)
Check out our list of our exhibiting business partners and management companies prior to the show!
By registering for this event or volunteering, you are agreeing to our Safety and Volunteer Waiver for the CAI-NJ chapter. To review, please click here. If you do not wish to comply to the Safety and Volunteer Waiver please contact the CAI-NJ office.
The CAI-NJ Annual Conference & Expo is attended by community association homeowners, including board members and committee members, as well as management companies and community association managers. CAI-NJ members and non-member homeowners and community association managers are welcome to attend. All business partner attendees must be exhibiting to attend the conference and expo.
This is a FREE event for all homeowners and community association managers. Included in your registration is access to nearly 200 exhibitors, complimentary breakfast and lunch, educational programs, raffles and multiple chances to win $1,000 during the show (must be present to win).
We will have several educational programs throughout the day including a New Jersey Legislative Action Committee (NJ-LAC) session. See above for a full list of programs, including topics of discussion and speakers.
The Conference Kick-Off will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Sheraton in Edison. All exhibitors are welcome to attend this networking reception (non-exhibiting companies are not eligible to register). Each exhibiting company will receive one discounted ticket at $75, additional ticket pricing is as follows:
Registration: by 10/1/26 10/2/26 – onsite
CAI-NJ Members: $125 $150
Non-Members: $200 $225
Please note: Ultimate Partners receive 4 tickets, Elite Partners receive 2 tickets and Premier Partners receive 1 ticket.
Click here to preregistration for the Conference Kick-Off.