Frequently Asked Questions

General Membership

Committee sign-ups take place annually in October. You can fill out the committee sign up form to request your choice of committee participation.

Where can I find your calendar of events?

You can view all of our events and education by clicking the following link.

Do you need a log-in to have access to all content on the CAI-NJ website?

Yes, while you can access our events, education, and most of the other important information available, in order to access all areas of our CAI-NJ website, you will need to log in.

Once I join as a member, when will I begin to receive communications from the chapter?

A CAI-NJ Membership Committee will reach out to you right away. You will begin to receive email communications within a month and our printed magazines within two months, as lists are pulled prior to the months they are scheduled to go out.

Events

I am unable to attend the upcoming event, am I able to swap out my ticket or receive a refund?

By registering for an CAI-NJ event, the registrant acknowledges that they are responsible to pay the full registration fee at the time of registration. Registrations will not be processed until all previous outstanding balances are paid in full. Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to the event in order to receive a refund. Swaps can be made at any time. This includes The Awards Celebration, Spring Break Party, Golf Outing, Beach Party and Pre-Conference Reception.

Can non-members attend CAI-NJ events and programs?

Each event or program has its own specific policy. Please refer to the registration form for information. For most networking events, non-members may attend at a premium registration fee.

When does registration close for an upcoming event?

Our pre-registration typically closes 48 hours prior to an in-person event. However, on-site registration is available for some events unless otherwise noted on the registration form or website.

How do I reserve a booth at the Annual Conference & Expo?

Booth sale schedule are as follows:

Prior Exhibitors January 2 – 17, 2020
Ultimate Partners (change location) January 20– 31, 2020
Elite Partners (change location) February 3 – 14, 2020
Premier Partners (change location) February 17 – 28, 2020
2019 Exhibitors (change location) March 2 – 13, 2020
Remaining booths available for sale March 16, 2020

Information is subject to change, please contact jaclyn@cainj.org for more information.

I had a booth at the Conference & Expo last year, do I get first choice for this year?

Yes, exhibitors of the previous year will all be contacted first regarding booking the same booth that they had for the upcoming Conference & Expo.

Education

Does CAI-NJ offer continuing education credits through the educational programs offered, such as the Lecture Series and Roundtables?

Yes, CAI-NJ offers continuing education credits, approved by CAMICB for our Lecture & Education Series, Roundtables, and various other educational events. Please refer to the registration form for each educational event as to how many credits you will receive.

Does CAI-NJ offer any review classes for PMDP exams?

Yes, once community association managers take the m-100 class, they may attend New Jersey chapter review session, Coffee & Cram. This was created to prepare community association managers for the CMCA exam and is presented several times throughout the year.

How can a member have their own educational courses approved for continuing education credits for managers?

Organizations or individuals who have demonstrated the ability to design, implement, and evaluate continuing education programs for community association managers may submit the Continuing Education Course Provider Application to become a CAMICB approved education provider. CLICK HERE for the application.

ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Mediation

How long does it take for an ADR request to be assigned?

Each case is different. However, once your ADR request form is filled out in its entirety and payment is submitted, CAI-NJ will work to schedule a mediator right away. Once a mediator is assigned, they will contact both parties and work to get a mediation schedule as soon as possible.

On your website where do I find the ADR application?

You can find our ADR application by clicking the following link CLICK HERE

During the Pandemic is CAI still accepting ADR applications?

Yes, CAI-NJ is still accepting ADR applications at this time.

During the Pandemic will mediators start using Zoom to handle mediations?

CAI-NJ is monitoring the current health crisis and our mediators are looking into using Zoom as an alternative to in person meetings, when requested.

Advertising

How do you get a listing in our printed membership directory?

All CAI-NJ members that are current as of, January 1 of the year will be included in that year’s printed directory at no charge. Business partners receive one category listed at no charge. However, they can expand their listing in additional categories for a nominal fee.

I am a current CAI-NJ member, but I am not showing on the CAI-NJ online directory. Can you tell me why this is?

Although current CAI-NJ members are listed in the printed directory at no charge, they would not be listed in the online directory unless they registered for it. As, the CAI-NJ online directory is an additional paid service reserved only for members.

Does CAI-NJ have any advertising or sponsorship opportunities?

Yes, CAI-NJ currently offers several opportunities to advertise including in our monthly magazine, Community Trends, on our online directory, in our printed directory, with our yearly Partnership Program and at various events and education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Education

ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Mediation

Advertising

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Legislative Advocacy

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