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Great HOA Boards don’t happen by accident. Learn how education and persistence protect association communities from costly mistakes!
✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/
Strong HOAs are built by board members who are willing to learn, ask questions, and stay persistent even when decisions are difficult. In this Board Heroes episode, Robert Nordlund interviews Candice Scanlon about how education, training, and steady leadership helped her association navigate insurance risks, deferred maintenance, major repairs, and financial challenges. Learn why informed boards make safer choices, how persistence prevents disasters, and how everyday volunteers quietly protect their communities!
Chapters:
00:00 Why does education matter for HOA board members?
00:31 What makes someone a true HOA Board Hero?
01:01 How did Candice first get involved in HOA leadership?
04:19 Why did earthquake insurance become her first mission?
06:19 How does research help boards make better decisions?
08:17 What happens when experts give conflicting advice?
09:58 Why does deferred maintenance cost more later?
11:13 How can boards reduce internal friction?
12:06 Why is patience essential for major projects?
14:50 How does persistence change board outcomes?
15:17 How did training reveal hidden electrical dangers?
17:15 Was replacing panels worth the cost?
19:00 How do safety risks affect insurance decisions?
20:37 Ad Break - FiPhO Credit Score
21:08 How do boards communicate major expenses to homeowners?
24:33 Why is transparency critical during special assessments?
25:56 Why should boards see repairs as investments?
27:43 How can homeowners prepare for wildfire and loss?
29:19 Why must boards plan for unexpected repairs?
31:22 How does community outreach strengthen leadership?
33:20 What final advice helps boards succeed long term?
The views & opinions expressed in this program are those of the Hosts & Guests, intended to provide general education about the community association industry. The content is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual or organization
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The Inspectors of Election
By Hosts: Robert Nordlund, Kevin Davis, Julie Adamen5
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Great HOA Boards don’t happen by accident. Learn how education and persistence protect association communities from costly mistakes!
✅ Is a Reserve Study right for you? 👉 https://www.reservestudy.com/
Strong HOAs are built by board members who are willing to learn, ask questions, and stay persistent even when decisions are difficult. In this Board Heroes episode, Robert Nordlund interviews Candice Scanlon about how education, training, and steady leadership helped her association navigate insurance risks, deferred maintenance, major repairs, and financial challenges. Learn why informed boards make safer choices, how persistence prevents disasters, and how everyday volunteers quietly protect their communities!
Chapters:
00:00 Why does education matter for HOA board members?
00:31 What makes someone a true HOA Board Hero?
01:01 How did Candice first get involved in HOA leadership?
04:19 Why did earthquake insurance become her first mission?
06:19 How does research help boards make better decisions?
08:17 What happens when experts give conflicting advice?
09:58 Why does deferred maintenance cost more later?
11:13 How can boards reduce internal friction?
12:06 Why is patience essential for major projects?
14:50 How does persistence change board outcomes?
15:17 How did training reveal hidden electrical dangers?
17:15 Was replacing panels worth the cost?
19:00 How do safety risks affect insurance decisions?
20:37 Ad Break - FiPhO Credit Score
21:08 How do boards communicate major expenses to homeowners?
24:33 Why is transparency critical during special assessments?
25:56 Why should boards see repairs as investments?
27:43 How can homeowners prepare for wildfire and loss?
29:19 Why must boards plan for unexpected repairs?
31:22 How does community outreach strengthen leadership?
33:20 What final advice helps boards succeed long term?
The views & opinions expressed in this program are those of the Hosts & Guests, intended to provide general education about the community association industry. The content is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual or organization
Podcast Links:
Full Episode List
Watch On Youtube
Engage in the conversation!
Call our 24/7 voicemail line at (805) 203-3130 or send an email or voice memo to [email protected]
Nominate yourself or a Board Hero you Know!
Board Hero Nominations
Boardmember Merch Store!
Connect with Hosts on LinkedIn
Julie Adamen
Kevin Davis, CIRMS
Robert Nordlund, PE
Support Our Sponsors
Association Insights & Marketplace
Association Reserves
Community Financials
Kevin Davis Insurance Services
Stokelight Video & Marketing
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