Business Partner ToolKit

Business Partners play a critical role in supporting community associations through trusted services, expertise, and long-term relationships. This hub is your central starting point for engaging with CAI, built to help you learn the industry, build credibility, increase visibility, and connect with decision-makers. 
Become a Business Partner

Business Partner Member Resources

Your benefits, all in one place.

  • Connect with CAI members via discussion forums and knowledge training.
    Visit the Exchange
  • Resources to sharpen your knowledge and build credibility.
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  • Basic listing of CAI's searchable online Professional Services Directory.
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  • Opportunities to showcase your business at events and programs.
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  • Engage with your local chapter for networking and exposure.
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  • Get matched with experienced CAI members for professional support and strategic insight.
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Business Partner Essentials

Boost Your Expertise with Business Partner Essentials
Want to stand out in the community association industry? CAI’s Business Partner Essentials online course helps product and service providers understand CAI, community associations, and the industry at large. Complete the course and maintain your CAI membership to earn the Educated Business Partner distinction, recognized among thousands of professionals supporting common-interest communities.


Learn More & Get Certified

Marketing & Branding Assets

Showcase your partnership with CAI and strengthen your brand presence! Access official logos, digital badges, and customizable marketing materials to promote your business and build trust within the community association industry. These resources help you stand out and make a lasting impression.

Download your assets today and start promoting your brand!

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Upcoming Events

Don’t miss the valuable networking opportunities and insights into emerging trends shaping the future of community associations from CAI’s signature events. View future events.

  • Jun
    03

    CAI Annual Conference & Exposition

    June 3-5, 2026
    The CAI Annual Conference and Exposition provides education sessions on o​perations, l​eadership, innovative business practice​s and new products and t​echnolo​​gies. Industry​ professi​onals and homeown​er volunteer leaders from ​around the world come​ together to discuss critical issues, ​n​etwork and l​earn about the latest community association trends.
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Sneak Peek of CAI Publications

HOAresources.org

Can HOA Boards Sell a List of Member Addresses?

Laura Otto
Community association boards often wonder: Do we have the authority to ente ...
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Blog Post

Difficult conversations: Solving communication challenges with tactics and technology

Jennifer Miller | Jul 10, 2025
Even the most well-prepared and effective communicators in community associ ...
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Common Ground

Getting the Green Light

Michael Cuglietta
Community association can make small yet innovative tweaks that pay financi ...
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Event Sponsorship & Advertising Marketing Opportunities

Grow Your Brand with CAI
Stand out in the community association industry! CAI delivers powerful marketing opportunities through events, digital platforms, and print solutions. Partner with us to:

  • Elevate your brand recognition
  • Build lasting connections
  • Attract new customers and drive growth
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Business Partner Programs

Your Expertise Matters
As a CAI Business Partner, your knowledge, products, and services are essential to the success of community associations. To help you stand out and demonstrate your commitment to excellence, CAI proudly offers these distinguished programs:

  • Educated Business Partner
  • Reserve Specialist (RS)
  • Community Insurance and Risk Management Specialist (CIRMS)
  • College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL)
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