Chapter Awards

2024 Chapter Achievement and Excellence Awards

CAI has annually honored and celebrated the innovative and successful initiatives chapters do that contribute to the betterment of CAI and the community association industry. Below is the list of the 2024 chapter award recipients.

Chapter Operations & Sustainability - Chapter management or sustainability initiatives and/or tools focused on strengthening the internal workings of the chapter.

Leadership Awards - Strategic activities enhancing the mission and vision of the organization and/or contribute to the overall growth of the industry.

Membership Engagement Awards - Services improving and enhancing overall membership experience, satisfaction, and value of CAI. Efforts or successful programs surrounding membership.  

Public Affairs Awards - Building the CAI brand and making the community aware of the services and resources available. 

Out of the Box - Creating or revitalizing enhancements to the chapter's routine to think differently about achieving the chapter's goals.

Excellence Award - In recognition of overall Excellence in Public Affairs, Membership Engagement, Chapter Operations & Sustainability, and Leadership and Out of the Box. (*Chapters that earn a "Good" or "Excellent" rating from each judge in at least four out of the five achievement areas.)

  • Alabama (Medium)
  • Central Virginia (Large)
  • Illinois (Extra Large)
  • Minnesota (Very Large)

Best Net Growth     

  • Central Oregon Regional – 19.1% (Small)
  • Utah – 28.1% (Medium)
  • Central Virginia – 25% (Large)
  • South Carolina – 23.7% (Very Large)
  • North Carolina – 23.7% (Extra Large)

Best Net Retention

  • Central Ohio – 80.58% (Small)
  • Heartland – 82.77% (Medium)
  • Hawaii – 84.39% (Large)
  • Channel Islands – 89.64% (Very Large)
  • New England – 83.21% (Extra Large)

CED Rising Star

Michelle L. LeBlanc, Greater Los Angeles
Scott Gilbert, West Florida

CED of the Year

Julia Boehm-McKay, Alabama