Presidency Years


Through The 2016 - Kerry T. Bartell, Esq.


2015 - Thomas C. Engblom, CMCA, AMS, PCAM


2014 - Kerry T. Bartell, Esq.


2013 - Erica Horndasch, CMCA, AMS


2012 - Timothy Haviland, CMCA 2011 - Andrea M. Sorgani 2010 - Andrea M. Sorgani 2009 - Andrea M. Sorgani 2008 - Peter Santangelo, CMCA 2007 - Karen Skoric, CPA 2006 - Wayne Callham


2005 - Lou Lutz, CMCA, AMS, PCAM


2004 - Mindy Maggio 2003 - Jennifer Eilert, CIRMS 2002 - Jennifer Eilert, CIRMS


2001 - Lou Lutz, CMCA, AMS, PCAM


2000 - Wayne Callham


1999 - Kara Cermak, CMCA, AMS, PCAM


1998 - Chuck McCrimmon 1997 - David M. Bendoff 1996 - Lynda P. Erickson, PCAM 1995 - Christina L. Nyborg, CPA 1994 - William C. DeMille, PCAM 1992 - Michael C. Kim 1991 - William C. DeMille, PCAM


1990 - Barbara D. Wick, CPCU, ARM


1989 - Michael C. Majewski 1988 - Julie Hardy Cramer 1987 - Francis J. Jara, PCAM 1986 - Marshall N. Dickler 1985 - Carol Paul, PCAM 1984 - Adrienne F. Melnichak 1983 - Morris M. Oldham


1982 - Vincent R. Innocenti, AMS, PCAM


1981 - Michael S. Kurtzon 1980 - Clifford J. Tresse 1979 - Clifford J. Tresse


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By 2008, the chapter was undergoing another change in Executive Directors and Pete Santangelo led the board through the process. He helped the chapter overcome the challenges of the transition and expanded the role of the new Executive Director. During this time, he also implemented new guidelines and policies for the chapter to follow. Pete is pleased to see how far the chapter has come in the area of managing and handling the office and finances of the chapter. He feels that the current chapter office staff make the job easier for future Presidents (thank you, Pete!!).


Andrea Sorgani served as President for three years, from 2009-2011. She had the challenge of hiring yet another new Executive Director and added the role of Assistant Executive Director as well as an accounting employee to assist with the monthly financial reports. Additionally, the chapter hired a new publisher and editor of Common Interest Magazine, moved to a new location, and began discussing starting a program to educate and recognize board members (what is now the DCAL program). Andrea’s main goal as President was to bring the committees and board members together working as “one” by providing more transparency and interactive decision-making. She worked to get rid of the “politics” and utilize the talents of the entire board by implementing a comprehensive open agenda for all to be prepared to interact and participate. Andrea accomplished a lot during her three years as President. She established a semi-annual committee chair and board meeting to pull together thoughts, ideas and plans which fostered a more cohesive board and committee structure working together. She worked with ILAC, budgeting and fund availability. Andrea helped the chapter move to a nice office space and hired staff that has remained consistent for many years to maintain and sustain continuity. Andrea helped with the initial DCAL program idea. Andrea is pleased to see the number of education sessions we offer now and that the Conference seminars and speakers get better every year.


In 2012, Tim Haviland aimed to build a cohesive team between the chapter staff, committee chairs, and volunteers. There had been a lot of turnover in leadership and staff so Tim felt if they could develop a cohesive team it would pay long-term dividends for the chapter and the industry. At that time, the chapter was going through growing pains in that there was a goal of growth, but additional funding was required for space and staff to support the growing activities. Tim feels his greatest accomplishment was working with the Board, staff, and volunteers to formulate a strategic plan for the chapter. He also identified the current office space which allowed for the future growth of the chapter in support of our mission and strategic plan. Tim is pleased to see how far the chapter has come in the area of financial strength and leadership stability.


By 2015 Tom Engblom’s Presidency dealt with some political issues. He helped improve communication between the board and committees. Tom feels his biggest challenge was making sure the chapter maintained the level of service that membership has valued since its inception. When dealing with issues, he strived to be politically correct without projecting personal opinions. Tom’s goal was to grow membership and develop new programs and thought processes for new members to become involved. Tom’s greatest accomplishment was executing the ILAC fundraiser at Zanies, creating the CAM mentoring program, and hiring a new staff member for marketing/membership growth. He was involved in the creation of the Outstanding Community Association Volunteer Leader award and expanded the training at the semi-annual committee-chair meeting. He is surprised to see how far the chapter has come over the years in the area of technology. Program and event registration is now online, Conference & Expo badge printing is automated, and attendance and certificates are tracked through mobile app and lead scanning. That’s progress!


While some challenges have been unique to the times (computer automation, internet, moving from a basement), other challenges remain the same (growing the chapter, hiring the right personnel). Over the years, the CAI-IL Presidents have enhanced the chapter’s size, professionalism, communication, education, volunteerism, and overall sense of community. CAI-IL’s future Presidents have some big shoes to fill, and are well-equipped as the next generation of leaders who will guide the chapter through the next level of growth and accomplishments. The future looks bright indeed!


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