SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE SPONSORS:


Exhibitors


24HRC Accurate Termite & Pest Control Action Painting & Construction** AD Magellan Adco South Roofi ng & Waterproofi ng Advanced Painting & Wood Repair** Agricultural Pest Control Services ALLBRiGHT Painting and Construction Animal Pest Management Services, Inc. Azury Landscaping, Inc. Baja Roofi ng Inc. Bemus Landscape, Inc. Ben’s Asphalt, Inc. Berding | Weil, LLP Bergeman Group Construction Management


BRS Roofi ng, Inc. California Deck Coating, Inc. dba Crank Waterproofi ng Customized Guard Services & Systems (CGSS)**


Eagle Paving Company, Inc. EmpireWorks Reconstruction Fenn Termite & Pest Control Fiore, Racobs & Powers, A PLC Great Scott Tree Care* JGB Restoration Kasdan Turner Thomson Booth LLP LaBahn’s Landscaping* Mailboxes R Us (Hillcrest Construction Company) McKenzie Mena, LLP Merit Roofi ng & Waterproofi ng Inc.** NPG Asphalt OC Pro-Painters LLC Painting Unlimited, Inc. Partners Plumbing Patrol Masters Security Group, Inc. PCW Contracting Services* Pilot Painting & Construction* Pipe Restoration Solutions Inc. Prestige Paving Company PrimeCo** ProTec Building Services Recon360 Ridgeline Construction Group S.B.S. Lien Services Saddleback Fence SAX Insurance Agency SCT Reserve Consultants, Inc.** ServiceFirst Restoration, Inc. Simpex Repipe & Plumbing SouthWest Landscape, Inc.* Splash Plumbing The Arbor Group LLC Tri-County Lighting Services, Inc.* Valley National Bank Vasin Sign Solutions Inc


Walker Consultants Thank you to our CLAC* and CAID** Upgrade Exhibitors


Parking Sponsors Design Build Associates, LLC GuardTop by Sustainable Emulsions


Manager Table Sponsors Chaix Law Freedom Restoration and Construction Mission Landscape Companies Park West


Namebadge Sponsor Action Painting & Construction


Lanyard Sponsor Patrol Masters Security Group, Inc.


WiFi Sponsor Patrol Masters Security Group, Inc.


CAI-OC April Luncheon Recap


April 14, 2026 Alana Walker, Kennedy Richter Construction


CAI-OC’s April luncheon brought a new stage set-up, great energy, and insights for our members who turned up for a lively and relevant discussion on communication, transparency, and risk in community management. Moderator Chris Calano kicked things off by welcoming attendees and setting the stage with an engaging introduction that highlighted the real- world challenges boards face today. As a board member for East Hills Property Association and the CAI Orange County Chapter, Chris brought his leadership perspective and relatable insight to the conversation.


The program truly came to life with expert guidance from Jaime Chandler, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Professional Community Management, AAMC and Daniel Heaton, Esq., DeNichilo Law, APC, who made the perfect dynamic duo. Taking a more conversational approach, Jaime delivered practical, real life applicable management strategies with enthusiasm and clarity, while Daniel balanced the conversation with sharp legal insight and wit. Together, they tackled complex scenarios managers face daily, like special assessments, executive session boundaries, and Civil Code 5200 records requests, in an informative and engaging way.


From navigating member expectations to addressing the rise of AI-generated requests, this session was packed with “aha moments” and actionable takeaways. Attendees walked away not only with a better understanding of how to fi nd the right balance between transparency and protection, but also with a renewed appreciation for the power of thoughtful communication. April’s luncheon proved to be both educational and genuinely enjoyable.


1st Place Booth Decorating Contest - Ridgeline Construction Group


2nd Place Booth Decorating Contest - Merit Roofi ng & Waterproofi ng Inc. and Pilot Painting & Construction


3rd Place Booth Decorating Contest - Great Scott Tree Care


(l to r): Dana Bisbee (EmpireWorks Reconstruction), Speaker Daniel Heaton, Esq. (DeNichilo Law, APC), Speaker Jaime Chandler, CMCA, AMS, PCAM (Professional Community Management, AAMC), Speaker Chris Calano (East Hills Property Owners), Robin Kostka (Alan Smith Pools), and Alana Walker (Kennedy Richter Construction).


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