From CAM to BAM!
How designations make a difference
In the ever-evolving field of community association management, professional designations like PCAM( Professional Community Association Manager), LSM( Large Scale Manager), RS( Reserve Specialist), CIRMS( Community Insurance and Risk Management Specialist), and CCAL( College of Community Association Lawyers) represent the highest standards of expertise, commitment, and leadership.
In the following testimonials, you ' ll hear directly from industry professionals who have earned these prestigious credentials.
They share how these designations have elevated their careers, deepened their knowledge, and empowered them to better serve their communities. Their stories offer insight into the real-world value of professional development and the impact it has on the communities they manage.
The many professional designations represented in this article are:
• AMS
• CAM
• CCAl
• CFCAM
• CIRMS
• CMCA
• lSM
• PCAM
• RS
• SRA
“ Obtaining these designations was an accomplishment that continues to provide additional confidence and knowledge while performing my job.”
— Jessica Christianson, CAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM
Jessica Christianson, CAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Vice President, C & S Community Management Services, Inc. AAMC
Since beginning my profession in the Community Association Management industry, I have earned and hold the CMCA, AMS, and PCAM designations. Obtaining these designations was an accomplishment that continues to provide additional confidence and knowledge while performing my job. If a manager has the opportunity to obtain these designations, it is worth the time, effort, and investment. Additional designations and education are essential in this ever-changing industry for success.
Sarah Metcalf, CFCAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Business Manager, Pelican Cove Condo Assn., Inc.
I have always valued my professional development, and as I worked toward my CFCAM, CMCA, AMS, and PCAM designations, I met many managers who encouraged and supported me in the association management field. As I earned the designations, I gained book smarts and my income grew, but what I cherish the most are the relationships built with community members, business partners, and fellow managers who have been there for me along the way.
The first milestone was earning the Certified Manager of Community Associations( CMCA) certification. Taking the M100 course, " The essentials of Community Association Management," in February 2015 gave me insights that helped me engage more effectively with homeowners and colleagues. Taking the proctored exam reinforced my knowledge since it covered more than the Florida Community Association license exam
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