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Manager membership in CACM provides a source for professional information and technical materials tailored to meet the exact needs and interests of the community association manager. CACM has designed Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Practice as the official rules of conduct while performing services related to the practice of community association management.
 
Membership also provides up-to-date technical advice and research in key management areas, as well as access to entry level and advanced education programs designed to cover a wide range of management topics and issues.
 
Benefits of Manager Membership
Join us and become part of a statewide network of fellow professionals who are committed to higher standards of practice and ethical behavior. As a 2,700-member professional association, CACM is a learning community for professionals committed to furthering their skills and success through effective community management.
 
Your CACM membership entitles you to a wide range of benefits and services and supports CACM's continuing effort to build a library of management tools that aid members and the profession as a whole.
 
There are many reasons to become an active member of CACM: career advancement, exposure to new ideas, keeping up with best practices, making valuable contacts. But the reason most people join and stay active is that they enjoy the personal and professional growth they experience.
 
Member benefits include: 
  • Training and Heightened Professionalism
    Our year round programs are a great way to earn continuing education units. Nearly 200 programs, activities and educational opportunities offered annually provide insight on a variety of topics tailored to meet the needs and interests of community association managers.
  • Professional Tools
    Standardized contracts, guidelines and other publications are available to support the management of common interest developments.
  • Board Packet Materials
    Looking for information to educate your board of directors? Refer to the new In the Boardroom ongoing feature in Vision magazine, order free copies of the brochure Is Your Community Manager Certified? or find articles, statistics and other important information pertaining to the CID industry here (link to resource Center)- all useful tools to educate your Board.
  • A Voice in Sacramento
    CACM plays an active role in Sacramento where new legislation and regulations are changing the way community association managers do business. Not only are members' interests represented, members are kept informed and up-to-date on legislative activity impacting their careers and communities.
  • Resource Guide
    The CACM Resource Guide connects you with professional associates and business partners in the industry. More than a directory, it is the premier resource tool for business. A complimentary copy is provided to members annually.
  • Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Practice
    Standards adopted by the Board of Directors as the official rules of conduct provide security, satisfaction and pride in belonging to a group of highly ethical peers.
  • Vision Magazine
    Often cited as the leading publication in the industry, this quarterly full color publication presents informative articles regarding the latest trends, technical items and matters of professional development to community managers.
  • Law Journal & Legal Directory
    The Law Journal is a newsletter providing easily understood interpretations of legal matters. Quarterly distribution includes our extremely popular annual new case law issue.
  • Invaluable Experience
    Join a CACM committee and further your opportunity for personal and career growth by broadening your skill sets and visibility with leading professionals. 
  • Leadership
    Opportunities are available to develop leadership and career-building skills as a CACM committee or board member volunteer.
  • Networking
    Attend CACM's regional Forums, Expos and Law Seminars offering face-to-face networking, professional development and fun.
  • Vision Awards
    CACM offers the annual Vision Awards, a statewide competition that provides an opportunity to receive expert evaluation of the nominee against others in the areas of leadership, excellence and recognition of service and/or accomplishment in the field of community management.