From Leaks to Liability: Navigating Condo Responsibilities
Luncheon Ticket Fees
$35.00 Members
$45.00 after 5:00 pm May 20th
$50.00 Non-Members
$60.00 after 5:00 pm May 20th
Registration Disclaimer
By registering for our member luncheon, you agree to the following terms:
Policy: All registrations are considered final. A registration made is a registration paid. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations will be accepted up to 48 hours prior to the luncheon. If you are unable to attend and notify us within this timeframe, your payment can be transferred to a future luncheon. Refunds or adjustments cannot be made for cancellations received after the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. PRESENTER - Will Smith, Winstead, P.C.
Will Smith is a member of Winstead's Real Estate Development & Investments Practice Group. Will’s practice focuses on real estate, with an emphasis on the planning, development, risk management, administration and marketing of single-family, townhome, condominium, commercial, and mixed-use projects, as well as resorts, clubs, and fractional ownership structures. Will also works with developers and builders on Interstate Land Sales Act (ILSA) compliance and registration and compliance with secondary mortgage market (FHA, VA, FNMA, etc.) requirements.
Will has experience in a wide variety of commercial real estate transactions, including drafting acquisition and disposition contracts, easements, development and license agreements. Will also represents build-for-rent and single-family rental owners and in planning for accommodating build-for-rent and single-family rental projects within master-planned communities. Will clerked for the Honorable Justice Debra Lehrmann of the Texas Supreme Court. Prior to practicing law, Will worked as an analyst for a commercial real estate firm, focusing on multi-family property performance and acquisition due diligence.
(PAGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION, REGISTRATION LINK WILL BE AVAILABLE THE AFTERNOON OF 5/15/25)
THE CAI AUSTIN CHAPTER CONFERENCE & EXPO IS A ONE-DAY BUSINESS-FOCUSED EXPERIENCE FOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION PROFESSIONALS, VOLUNTEERS, AND THEIR KEY PARTNERS. THIS IS THE PLACE WHERE RELATIONSHIPS ARE CREATED AND IDEAS ARE BORN INTO ACTION!
WHY ATTEND
Because face-to-face interaction with product and service representatives is an invaluable aspect of attending the Conference & Expo, conflict-free exhibit hours enable you to consult one-on-one with representatives of companies from across the country. Meet the leading vendors of the products and services you use every day and explore new offerings to meet specific needs within your communities.
The Conference & Expo is open to all community association management professionals, homeowners living in community associations (condominium, homeowners association, housing cooperative), and business partners serving these communities (fees apply).
SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Exhibitor Setup)
Thursday, June 26, 2025
8:00 am - 11:30 am (Exhibitor Setup)
8:00 am (Registration Opens)
9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Grab-n-Go Breakfast & Education)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Boxed Lunches for Exhibitors)
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (Buffet Lunch Attendees)
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (Exhibits Open)
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm (After-Party)
NEED A PLACE TO STAY?
The CAI Austin Chapter has secured a small block of rooms at $149/night between June 25 - 27, 2025. Reservations can be made by clicking on the link below:
Suitcasing Policy Our exhibitors and event sponsors spend a lot of money to participate in the Conference & Expo, educational programming, and social events. CAI Austin has a no-tolerance policy regarding suitcasing, which describes the practice of non-exhibiting/sponsoring companies or individuals soliciting sales or sales leads on the Conference & Expo floor or at a CAI Austin event, in any session or networking reception, or anywhere within the event venue during a CAI Austin event. Interpretation of what constitutes suitcasing is at the sole discretion of CAI‘s Board of Directors. Violators of these policies will be removed from the event and risk being prohibited from exhibiting at a future Tradeshow or attending a future event. ALL VENDORS IN ATTENDANCE, INCLUDING EVENT SPONSORS, ARE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE AN EXHIBIT BOOTH TO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE & EXPO!
Exhibit Booth Pricing
8X8 PERIMETER BOOTH: $1,050 MEMBER / $1,450 NON-MEMBER
8x10 INLINE BOOTH: $1,150 MEMBER / $1,550 NON-MEMBER
8X10 CORNER BOOTH: $1,250 MEMBER / $1,650 NON-MEMBER
8X12 OVERSIZED BOOTH: $1,500 MEMBER / $1,900 NON-MEMBER
10X16 OVERSIZED BOOTH: $1,950 MEMBER / $2,350 NON-MEMBER
10X20 ISLAND BOOTH: $2,500 MEMBER / $2,900 NON-MEMBER
Exhibit Booth Guidelines
Exhibit booths include a 6' table and two chairs. Pipe and drapes will be provided.
Tables must be covered.
All boxes, wires, storage materials, etc. must be kept out of sight. It is the responsibility of exhibitors to provide drapes if necessary to cover these items.
Any raffles, drawing, contests, promotional giveaways or similar activity at the table area of the exhibitor must be held in compliance with local and state governing laws. Any promotional prizes and giveaways must be drawn at the end of the show. The winner name’s address, email, and phone number must be given to CAI Austin at the conclusion of the show.
Set Up and Take Down
Exhibitors can set up as early as 8:00 am the day of the Conference & Expo.
Cleaning
Exhibitors will be responsible for keeping their table areas clean. They are responsible for removal of all materials and trash at the end of the Conference & Expo.
Credentials
Please pick up exhibitors badges from exhibitor registration table when you arrive to set-up.
Four (4) badges will be issued per exhibit booth registration.
Exhibitor badges are to be used/worn ONLY by exhibitors working in the booth.
Fire and Building Regulations
Exhibits are not allowed to block or obstruct any firefighting equipment or emergency exits. No open flames or candles.
Damage to Facilities
Exhibitors will be charged for any and all building damage caused by exhibitor, to include exhibit personnel.
Staffing of Exhibit
Every exhibitor is responsible for having his/her display staffed at all times. We suggest a member of your staff be present at your display area during move-out.
Security
CAI Austin assumes no responsibility for exhibitor’s property before, during or after the Conference & Expo.
Signs
Exhibitor may not affix signs to any walls. No handwritten signs are allowed/used, only professional signs will be allowed for display.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES — FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL JESUS@CAIAUSTIN.ORG
TITLE SPONSOR — $2,400 (SOLD!)
Cagle Pugh
Deluxe 10' x 10' booth
(4) Company representatives allowed into Event
(4) Wristbands to After Party event
Company name/logo displayed on CAI website with link to sponsor's website
PREMIUM BAR SPONSOR — $1,220 (SOLD OUT!)
Porter Law
Landscape by Empire
Each Sponsor will receive a Deluxe 10' x 10' booth located inside the Exhibit Hall and in near proximity to one of the two Bar locations
Each Sponsor will receive prominent signage with company name/logo, displayed at the closest bar to their booth location
(2) Company representatives allowed into Event
Cocktail napkins will be imprinted with each company logo and placed at the closest bar to their booth location
Company name/logo displayed on CAI website with link to each sponsor’s website
STANDARD BAR SPONSOR — $1,080 (SOLD OUT!)
Earthtones Landscaping
SmartStreet powered by BANC of California
Each Sponsor will receive a Standard 8' x 8' booth located inside the Exhibit Hall and in near proximity to one of the two Bar locations
Each Sponsor will receive prominent signage with Company Name/Logo, displayed at the closest bar to their booth location
(2) Company representatives allowed into Event
Cocktail napkins will be imprinted with each Company Logo, in equal amounts and placed at the closest bar to their booth location
Company name/logo displayed on CAI website, with link to each sponsor’s website
Ability to assist with Registration. Company representatives will be allowed to enter the Expo Hall freely and roam the Exposition.
(1) Company representative allowed per sponsor
Registration area doubles as company’s expo booth and company will be provided a table where their marketing and promotional items may be on full display.
Pop up banners can be placed behind this provided table.
Company name/logo displayed on CAI website with link to sponsor’s website
Company name/logo on event signage
TOTE BAG SPONSOR — $430 (SOLD OUT!)
Kerrane Storz Construction Defect Attorneys
Sponsor to provide 150 multipurpose bags with company name/logo
Bags to be passed out at registration.
Excess bags will be returned to Sponsor
Sponsor is permitted to stuff bags with exclusive promotional marketing material prior to event
20% discount on exhibit booth (not included with sponsorship)
Company name/logo displayed on CAI website with link to sponsor's website
Exhibit booth required, can be purchased seperately.
CAI is hosting our fourth annual High-Rise Managers Workshop exclusively for community managers and management companies specializing in high-rise communities. This year we will be in Houston!
What is the Workshop?
The workshop is an immersive experience where participants have the opportunity to tour high-rise buildings - from roofs to parking lots - and everything in between. This program is intended to include opportunities for participants to network with their industry peers and business partners, share best practices, problem solve, and benefit from expert presentations on a variety of topics specifically for the high-rise manager.
The Workshop will be a walking/touring workshop. Be sure to bring your walking shoes and umbrellas. If anyone requires special accommodations, please reach out to Carly Reid at creid@caionline.org.
Luncheon Ticket Fees
$35.00 Members
$45.00 after 5:00 pm August 26th
$50.00 Non-Members
$60.00 after 5:00 pm August 26th
Registration Disclaimer
By registering for our member luncheon, you agree to the following terms:
Policy: All registrations are considered final. A registration made is a registration paid. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations will be accepted up to 48 hours prior to the luncheon. If you are unable to attend and notify us within this timeframe, your payment can be transferred to a future luncheon. Refunds or adjustments cannot be made for cancellations received after the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. more info...
