Are you a CAI member who demonstrates outstanding contributions to CAI, your association, and to your surrounding community? Or do you know someone you work with in an association who deserves recognition? Consider a nomination for the Outstanding Homeowner Leader Award!
CAI Illinois is seeking nominations of individuals who are committed to, and clearly understand their role and fiduciary responsibility as a community volunteer. Some of the qualities we are looking for (but not all are required) when considering the award are:
1. Has the person chosen to be a leader in their community, serving on the association board or committees, or volunteering for special projects?
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2. Has the person set themselves apart from other volunteers by continuing to educate themselves through industry programs?
3. Does the person illustrate leadership, such as cooperation with CAI, association board members, working with management, other homeowners, and business partners within the association industry?
4. Is the person considered a positive role model and leader for community volunteers within the industry?
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An applicant may nominate themselves or may be nominated by their association board, their community association manager, or a business partner who has worked with them for a minimum of 2 years. Nominations should outline why the applicant should receive the award.
The Outstanding Homeowner Leader Award is given annually at the Excellence Awards & Winter Gala. The top three nominees will each be given two complimentary tickets to the Excellence Awards & Winter Gala and if a Community Manager submits the winning nomination, that Manager will also receive one complimentary ticket to the event on November 13, 2026. Nominations are due September 1, 2026, and can be found on the chapter website at
www.cai-illinois.org/awards-and- honors/. If you have questions about the Award, please contact Cheryl Murphy, Executive Director.
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