
Community Association Car Chat
Community Association Car Chat is a weekly 10-minute chat with industry professionals and experts in the multi-family housing world. Hosted by David Velasco and Steve Roderick. Presented by The Baldwin Group.
Episodes
85 episodes
Ep 186 with Briana Arvay from The Falcon Group
Are e-bikes and e-scooters the future of urban transportation, or a growing safety concern for community associations? In this episode of Car Chat, we welcomed Briana Arvay, Vice President of Strategic Projects at The Falco...
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Season 4
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Episode 186
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10:37

Ep 185 with Dan Schweitzer from Clearview Washing
New year, new episode! Dan Schweitzer from Clearview Washing joins us to share how he went from college grad to making waves in the community association world. He talks about the power of curb appeal, building real connections, and...
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Season 4
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Episode 185
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9:16

Ep 184 with Trevor Baldwin, CEO of The Baldwin Group
Join us for the next episode of Car Chat featuring Trevor Baldwin, CEO of The Baldwin Group!Trevor brings a powerful vision for the future of insurance and risk management, sharing how innovation and a strong team culture drive success.<...
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Season 4
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Episode 184
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16:18

Ep 183 with Sophie Riley from The Baldwin Group
How do high-net-worth individuals and families protect their homes, vehicles, and unique assets in today’s tough insurance market? Sophie Riley, Partner at The Baldwin Group, shares how personalized coverage, umbrella policies, and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 183
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10:11

Ep 182 with Henry Robbins from The Cooperator
Navigating the multifamily industry can be a challenge, but trusted resources like The Cooperator make it simpler. In this episode, Henry Robbins, Executive Vice President at The Cooperator, shares insights on thei...
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Season 4
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Episode 182
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7:20

Ep 181 with Andrew Batshaw from STAR Building Services
What happens when a seasoned property manager steps into the vendor world? In this episode, Andrew Batshaw, VP of Business Development at STAR Building Services, shares how his management background helps him empathize with client c...
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Season 4
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Episode 181
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10:16

Ep 180 with Thomas Willis from Association Bridge
This week on Community Association Car Chat, Thomas Willis from Association Bridge dives into what it takes to support self-managed communities and why mentorship is key to success in the industry. He shares real talk on the biggest...
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Season 4
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Episode 180
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10:31

Ep 179 with Marcy Kravit, Communications Director at Hotwire
We loved chatting with Marcy Kravit, Hotwire Communications' Director of Community Association Relations, about her journey from HOA board newbie to industry pro! She shared some fantastic tips on staying proactive, building partner...
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Season 4
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Episode 179
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11:05

Ep 178 with Jayme Wright, VP at General Technologic
Tune in for our next episode of Car Chat with Jayme Wright, VP at General Technologic, as he dives into how AI and automation are transforming community security. Jayme will share real-world examples of how these technologies are st...
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Episode 178
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9:00

Ep 177 with Todd El-Taher, EVP at Hann & Hann
Car Chat is back, and we've got a fresh new look!In this week's episode, we chat with Todd El-Taher, EVP of Hann & Hann Construction about all things community construction.Learn why focusing on asset management makes a differ...
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Season 4
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Episode 177
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10:52

Ep 176 with Deke Turner, President of Nova Association Management Partners
Meet Deke Turner, President of Nova Association Management Partners, who shared insights on the evolving challenges of the community management industry. Deke dives into the importance of focusing on value, not just price, and how h...
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Season 4
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Episode 176
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11:17

Ep 175 with Kari Prout, CMCA Business Development at Apex Air Duct, Dryer Vent & Chimney Cleaning
Kari Prout shares her journey from property management to leading business development at Apex, highlighting the critical importance of regular dryer vent cleaning for fire safety in community associations. She offers practical advi...
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Season 4
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Episode 175
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9:09

Ep 174 with Dominique Gleason, Director of Events at Make-A-Wish NJ
We were thrilled to welcome Dominique Gleason, Director of Events at Make-A-Wish New Jersey, to Car Chat. Dominique shared incredible insights into how their magical castle and community support make life-changing wishes come true f...
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14:25

Ep 173 with Ross Rutman, Account Executive at BELFOR
Meet Ross Rutman, Account Executive at BELFOR Property Restoration. We explored the ins and outs of property restoration and the importance of proactive disaster planning. Check out the full episode to hear Ross's valuable insights and learn ho...
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Season 3
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Episode 173
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13:26

Ep 172 with Frankie Cicala, Lead Gen Specialist at JGS
On this episode of Car Chat we hear from Frankie Cicala about his journey from intern to full-time professional at JGS Insurance, and why he chose to stay in the industry.Frank's passion for the community association niche and his apprec...
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10:00

Ep 171 with Eileen Ghenn, Chair of Ladies on the Links Golf Invitational CAI Keystone Chapter
We're catching up with Eileen Ghenn about the CAI Keystone Ladies on the Link Golf Invitational, an event designed to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for women golfers of all skill levels.From its inception by Nicole Skaro ...
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Season 4
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Episode 171
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7:25

Ep 170 with Robert Nordlund, founder and CEO of Association Reserves
Join us as we Car Chat with Robert Nordlund, founder and CEO of Association Reserves, to discuss the innovative solutions his company is bringing to the community association industry.Discover how the new Association Insights and Marketp...
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Season 4
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Episode 170
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11:41

Ep 169 with Chas Ryan, Partner at Pilicy & Ryan
Check out our latest interview with Chas Ryan, President of CAI Connecticut and partner at Pilicy & Ryan, where we dive into rising fees in community associations and effective strategies for handling delinquencies.Learn about Connec...
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Season 4
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Episode 169
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10:30

Ep 168 with Doug Newman, President and Founder of CPE Property Management Solutions
We're welcoming Doug Newman, President and Founder of CPE Property Management Solutions, back to Community Association Car Chat!We dove into the challenges of community associations, the importance of effective communication, and strateg...
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Season 4
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Episode 168
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14:25

Ep 167 with Adam Arcuri, Partner & President at CondoVoter
Don't miss our interview with Adam Arcuri from CondoVoter on Community Association Car Chat! 🚗💬We discussed the future of electronic voting for condos and HOAs, and how it’s revolutionizing participation and governance.Adam shared...
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Season 4
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Episode 167
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11:39

Ep 166 with Corinna Caracci, Self Defense Instructor
Meet Corinna Caracci, a seasoned self-defense instructor, who shared invaluable insights on the importance of awareness and empowerment in personal safety.Corinna's journey and dedication to proactive self-defense training illuminate her...
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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11:15

Ep 165 with Elaine Warga-Murray, A Pioneer in Property Management
Meet Elaine Warga-Murray, the first female PCAM in New Jersey, who shares insights from her extensive career in our latest interview.Tune in to hear how she navigated the shift from manual to digital in community management. She discusse...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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12:17

Ep 164 with Kim Dempsey, Director at Aquatics Vision
This week, we're learning from Kim Dempsey at Aquatics Vision about their technology that improves pool safety by automating water quality management.These systems not only reduce the need for manual checks, making them ideal for areas w...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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11:13

Ep 163 with Michelle Baldry, Northeast Regional Director at Reserve Advisors
Meet Michelle Baldry, Northeast Regional Director at Reserve Advisors, in our latest episode of Car Chat! Michelle dives into the significance of reserve studies and the pivotal role of the Foundation for Community Association Research.F...
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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11:54

Ep 162 with Jamie Cullen-DeVries, Chair of CAI NJ Women’s Leadership Committee
We're sharing insights from Jamie Cullen-DeVries, Chair of the Women's Leadership Committee for the New Jersey chapter of CAI, who drives change to support women in the industry.Dive into our conversation to explore the impactful initiat...
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Season 4
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Episode 162
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13:23
