Committee Update A Report from the WSCAI Membership Committee
Todd Smith Typically coming in second place is cause for conciliatory commemoration, a smattering of “better luck next time” congratulatory salutations and a pat on the back. Now pause for a moment—what if I told you that coming in second place was not only a significant accomplishment, but an achievement worthy of satisfaction and excitement?
In 2013 you became a member of the second largest chapter of Community Associations Institute in the country. That’s right, in the 22nd most populated metropolitan area and 13th most populated region in the United States, the Washington Chapter of CAI is second only to the Nation’s Capital in total membership. Our Chapter surpassed long time rival New Jersey this year with a membership count of 1,623.
Becoming the second largest chapter in the country was a long time goal and speaks to the vibrant nature of our organization; it was among the most significant accomplishments for the Chapter and the highlight of an exciting year for the Membership Committee.
The Membership Committee’s primary function is to grow the Washington State Chapter while being a vital resource for our existing membership through sharing the benefits and value that the organization can bring. Our Committee is currently comprised of thirteen CAI members including Co-Chairs Gil Price and Todd Smith, Bill McKenzie, Greg Floyd, Jackie Davis, Don Leland, Kris Gjylameti, Nancy Cannan, Ray Myers, Rose Sapoznick, Sue Dahlin, Elaine Fisher and Jean
Norberg. The Committee works closely with Tracy Abdul, CAI Director of Membership and our Board liaison, current President Sarah Anderson.
The hard-working volunteer efforts of the Committee members above assist with many important Chapter functions. Some of these include scheduling, planning and coordinating the quarterly Chapter luncheons, supporting the many educational events offered throughout the year and working to establish new member growth strategies with the Director of Membership.
The Committee also serves the vital function of being the primary group responsible for new member orientation and, in keeping with that important task, 2013 saw the design and implementation of the “MAP” Membership Ambassador Program. This program was designed to assist new members in becoming involved in the CAI landscape and thus realize the full benefits of membership by assigning them an experienced “Ambassador” to help navigate the terrain.
Our mandate for 2014 will be continued membership growth and support of an organization that proudly maintains its number two status, with an eye toward number one.
If you would like to participate in the Committee’s efforts or we can assist in making your membership experience more beneficial and engaged, please do not hesitate to contact any of our Committee members.
28 Community Associations Journal | March 2014
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