Spark Growth. Ignite Community.

Bring new members into CAI and earn recognition, rewards, and a place among our most valued leaders.

Three Simple Steps

  • Share CAI membership with colleagues, neighbors, and community professionals.

  • Ask your recruit to include your name on their application when they join.

  • Each new member you bring in moves you up the ladder. Credits unlock prizes and recognition at chapter and national levels.

Your Recruitment Journey

  • 1 Recruit
    Recruit your first member.
  • 5 recruits
    Chapter shout-out + swag pack.
  • 10 Recruits
    National recognition + $100 gift card
  • Monthly Leader
    Campaign prize + bonus prize drawing.

Congratulations to our 2025 Recruiter of the Year!

Leah Messmore, CMCA, AMS, PCAM
Chesapeake Chapter

We are thrilled to recognize Leah Messmore as CAI’s Recruiter of the Year, an honor that truly reflects the professionalism, dedication, and genuine care she brings to every interaction. Through her outstanding efforts, Leah recruited 56 total members, an achievement that speaks to her extraordinary ability to connect with people and help them understand the value of CAI membership in a way that is both welcoming and impactful. Her thoughtful guidance, consistent follow‑through, and strong relationship‑building have not only brought new members into CAI but have also strengthened the community association industry we proudly serve. Please join us in congratulating Leah on this outstanding and well‑deserved achievement! 

Love CAI? Help Others Join the Community!

  • Visit the Member Benefits section of the website, review the benefits available to each member type and share the information on the appropriate pages. You can recruit:​ 
    • Community Managers 
    • Association Management Companies 
    • Board Members and Other Homeowner Leaders 
    • CAI Business Partners
    Visit Now

  • Pass along a recent issue of CAI's award-winning magazine, Common Ground. The magazine is available in print and digital formats.
    Visit Common Ground

  • ​Share your experiences about how CAI has helped you, your community, your career, and your business.

  • Recommend a publication from CAI Press, the online bookstore.
    Visit CAI Press

  • Emphasize the importance of CAI's state and national advocacy programs.

  • Share information about CAI's education programs.
    Find Education

  • Invite a prospective member to a chapter or national CAI event.
    Learn More About Our Events

  • Highlight the personal and professional benefits of networking.

  • Refer a colleague to one of CAI's webinars. Direct prospective members to CAI's website.
    See Webinars

  • CAI's Professional Services Directory - an excellent resource to find local service providers - and the Directory of Credentialed Professionals.
    See Professional Service Directory