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Is Your Association Headed for Smooth Sailing This Summer? There’s nothing quite like theGood ‘Ol Summertime—sunny days, community barbecues, and neighbors coming together. Wouldn’t it be great if running your association felt just as easy and breezy? If you’re ready to soak up some knowledge (along with the sunshine), then CAI Illinois’ Dedicated Community Association Leader (DCAL) education program is your ticket to smooth sailing!


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Those who complete all seven core courses will earn their DCAL recognition — receiving acertificate,amagneticnamebadge, a listing in Common Interest magazine each quarter, and a ticket to the Conference &Expotoattendthe DCAL recognition ceremony.


So why wait? Throw on your favorite sun hat, round up your board members, and dive into a DCAL class this season. Before you know it, you’ll be guiding your association like a captain on a sunlit cruise — steering with confidence, keeping everything calm, steady, and on course.


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