b'Suncoast Review is the quarterlypublication of the SuncoastChapter of the CommunityAssociations Institute. For storyand photo submissions, pleasecontact the offices of SuncoastChapter CAI at 727.345.0165.www.SuncoastCAI.comStay connected with us on social Fall/Winter 2023VOL. 17 NO. 66media @SuncoastCAIStrength in Numbers: Growth and Success Continuesby Tom Skiba, CEO, CAI NationalSome of our members who volunteered for the 2023 Golf Tournament:Jen Ward, Jarrod Cruz, Stephan Nikoloff, Gabe Malave, Kim Farrell, Kim BrockEarlier this year, CAIachievedanimportantmilestone.Forthefirsttime,ourorganizationgrewbeyond45,000members.Reachingthisnumberduringour50thanniversaryyearisagratifyingaccomplishment,whichreflectsthehardworkanddedicationthatCAImembersandstaffhaveputintomakeforarobustandsuccessfulorganization.ButIthinktheresmoretothestory.Whilethemembershipcountitselfissignificant,we forting but extremely valuable in a fast-paced and rap-believe the connections and networking opportunities idly changing industry. Im incredibly proud of CAIsthat a healthy and growing membership offers are where accomplishmentsandthepersonalandprofessionalthe chief takeaway lies. Some of CAIs greatest strengths relationshipsitextendstoCAImembersaroundtheare the contacts and relationships it presents to profes- world. These bonds are the foundation of everythingsionals worldwide.CAIstrivestoaccomplishandrepresentthehighestAs CAI members, homeowner leaders, community benefit of membership to the people working and livingmanagers, and business partners have access to a global in community associations. network of friends and colleagues who can offer guid- As we wrap up our 50th anniversary year, I want toance and support on a variety of professional topics and thank the 45,000+ CAI members and volunteers whoexperiences. In a complicated and ever-changing profes- have contributed to our success and urge everyone tosional landscape, CAI members are never alone. There take advantage of the beneficial connections CAI offersis always someone to learn from, exchange ideas with, to enhance and sustain colleagues. We are just a phoneand get feedback and advice when needed.call, text, or email away and happy to help. Thats whatKnowing someone has your back is not only com- I call true strength in numbers. !'