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Management Firm Membership
Leading edge companies understand they must take additional steps to further company goals and manage the rapid changes that arise in a business environment. These industry leaders want to ensure client confidence and set themselves apart from the rest of the competition.
 
CACM's Management Firm Council (MFC) is comprised of management firms dedicated to setting standards of excellence for the community management industry, while promoting professional ideas and following best practices.
 
"Involvement in CACM is one of the defining characteristics of a professional management firm. Similarly, manager members of CACM demonstrate a commitment to excellence and upholding the highest standard of practice. That speaks volumes to employers and community associations alike."
-Brent Kocal, CCAM
Kocal Management Group, ACMF
A Division of The Management Trust
 
Management Firm Council (MFC) Member benefits include:
 
Annual Manager Membership at No Charge
A complimentary annual membership renewal for your company's CEO or another firm member ($225 value). Learn more about Manager Member benefits.
 
Complimentary E-Marketplace Listing
Receive a free comprehensive listing, which includes company name, address and links to an email address and website, in the Management Firm E-Marketplace, CACM's online directory of management companies ($350 value).
 
Resource Guide Listing & Discount
CACM's annual Resource Guide is a comprehensive directory of California community managers, management firms and service providers. MFC members receive a complimentary copy of this directory, as well as a 25% discount off the purchase price for additional copies.
 
Referrals to Board Members
We are proud to be a reference for our members! CACM receives regular calls from board members and associations seeking professional assistance; we continually recommend the quality services of our valued MFC members.
 
Added Prestige
The opportunity to apply for the prestigious Accredited Community Management FirmTM (ACMFTM) accreditation is only available to our MFC members. Learn more about ACMF accreditation.  
 

VIP Treatment
Special invitation to exclusive VIP Reception at the Statewide Expo & Conference, which is the most highly anticipated CACM event of the year. 
 
Complimentary Brochures
Access complimentary copies of the following brochures to help you educate your clients and promote the professionalism of the industry:
CACM Career Brochure
A brochure designed to increase awareness among professionals about the community association management profession.
 
Is Your Community Association Manager Certified?
This is a valuable tool to help you educate your boards about the value of the CCAM designation. Learn more about the CCAM certification program.  
 
Common Interest Developments:
The Growing Lifestyle Choice for Californians
This award-winning briefing booklet was created as an educational tool for CACM members, as well as legislators in Sacramento. The booklet details the California CID industry's growth, structure and management, social benefits, applicable legislation, trend projections and more.