CAI-NJ June 2020(w)

PRESIDENT’S CORNER Jennifer Nevins, CMCA CAI-NJ 2020 PRESIDENT | DW Smith Associates, LLC

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JUNE M. BRETZ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NJ CHAPTER JUNE@CAINJ.ORG ANGELA KAVANAUGH SENIOR OPERATIONS DIRECTOR ANGELA@CAINJ.ORG JACLYN OSKIERKO DIRECTOR, CONFERENCE & EVENTS JACLYN@CAINJ.ORG BROOKE STOPPIELLO-NEVINS COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER BROOKE@CAINJ.ORG JENNIFER FARRELL ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR JENNIFER@CAINJ.ORG

“What Lies Behind You and What Lies in Front of You Pales in Comparison to What Lies Inside of You.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson W hen Will Things Be “Normal” Again? I’m asked this question often. I, like many of you, recognize the need to redefine “Normal”. Fear of the unknown tends to permeate our mindset, however, this we CAN control. It’s time to embrace all that’s positive and focus on what lies ahead. When I read the quote above, I was struck by one significant thought: What Lies Inside Each of Us is Incredible Strength. Please join me and the amazing staff of CAI as we focus on what’s happening “now” and make the most out of life in its present state. What’s Happening Now at CAI? — All things virtual! The CAI staff has devel- oped many ways for us to stay connected. The “Virtually Connected” series allows fellow CAI-NJ colleagues to connect with new leaders in the industry; The “Cyber Trivia Break” series, hosted by FAST, allows members to engage with each other, have fun, and donate to worthy causes; And each month, there are virtual educational sessions avail- able to our members. May’s “LAC Updates, Live Webinar” provided critical information on current topics impacting our industry, and we had a record-breaking 200+ people attend online! These programs contain information important to everyone in our industry, so please take time to connect as future updates are offered. Also, note that many of our virtual offerings are available afterwards online on the “CAI-NJ Webinar Library”. CAI Women Inspire! — In early May, the Women’s Leadership Committee hosted its first ever podcast discussion featuring Ria Story with Allison Liddle and words of wis- dom from her book “Keep Going: Creating a Champion Mindset”. The podcast discus- sion was beautifully moderated by Chair, Nancy Hastings. This virtual offering focused on the passion which allows high achievers the ability to launch to the next level in their lives. BUT - what was truly inspirational to me? The amazing women of this industry took the time to share thoughts, dreams and a powerful commitment to each other. As you can see, this is near and dear to my heart. Everyone is welcome… so please be sure to join our future events! We’re So Proud! — Thanks to the dedication and hard work of the Membership Committee, CAI National has awarded the CAI New Jersey chapter with the Best Net Growth Award for a very large chapter for the 2019 calendar year! This is a tremendous recognition and we are so proud. Please join us in thanking the mem- bers of the committee as we accept this award “virtually”. In closing, CAI-NJ has many new and exciting programs on the horizon, and we have much to be grateful for. Most of all – we are grateful for each other. Please stay safe and remember that CAI-NJ is part of your family, and my “door” is always open. n

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