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CERTIFICATION IMPORTANCE
By
Rafael Aquino
Published February 1, 2023
Community associations are vital to the
functioning of many residential areas, serving as the hub for
maintaining property values, organizing social events, and managing
common areas. The Board of Directors is responsible for making
important decisions impacting the community, which is why they must
be qualified to handle the tasks.
One way to demonstrate that a Board member is
equipped to fulfill their responsibilities is through certification.
Certified board members have completed a training program that
teaches them the essential skills to make informed decisions, manage
budgets, and handle conflict resolution. Certification programs
cover topics such as community association law, effective
communication, and leadership development, ensuring that board
members understand their roles comprehensively.
Certification also provides a sense of
credibility and legitimacy to the community. When residents see that
their Board of Directors comprises individuals who have taken the
time to become certified, they are more likely to trust and support
their decisions. This is especially important in communities where
residents have differing opinions, as certification can demonstrate
to everyone that the Board is serious about doing what's best for
the community.
Furthermore, certification provides Board members
with ongoing education and support. Certified Board members receive
regular updates on industry trends and best practices and have
access to a network of professionals who can provide guidance when
faced with a difficult situation. This allows them to stay
up-to-date on their field's latest developments and continue
learning and growing as leaders.
In conclusion, a certification is an essential
tool for community association Board members to demonstrate their
commitment to serving the community, enhance their credibility and
legitimacy, and gain the skills and support they need to make
informed decisions. By becoming certified, Board members can help
ensure that their community continues to thrive and that they are
equipped to lead confidently.
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As the Co-Founder and CEO
of Affinity Management Services, Rafael P. Aquino leads his team to
redefine excellence. They serve community associations
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and effectively with
dedication and passion. Rafael’s energy and positive
spirit is the foundation of Affinity Management
Services’ company culture, which instills enthusiasm and
excitement when providing expert advice to its board
members and relieving the day-to-day burdens of running
a community association.
Since 2007, Rafael has
developed a work culture that values responsive and
high-quality services. He has led his team by following
a proactive vs reactive philosophy. The same approach
Rafael instills in the day to day operations of each
association. Today, Affinity Management Services
maintains its success and benefits as a result of the
foundation Rafael has built and continues to foster by
providing educational seminars, continuing education
classes for association managers and board members
alike.
Rafael and his team help condominium and homeowners’
associations save money and improve their communities.
His calm, personable, and service-oriented nature helps
him to establish strong relationships with ease. Rafael
is known as a sincere and honest leader who looks out
for the best interests of his clients and communities,
and he strongly advocates for their needs. His role
requires coordination and communication, as such he
takes logical and intelligent steps to approach
challenges head-on.
As a graduate of Florida International University’s
electrical engineering program and a licensed community
association manager, Rafael’s education and skills equip
him with unique insights to tackle complex problems
through critical thinking. He understands how each
component within a system works together in order to
effectively arrive at solutions, techniques, and
conclusions. Therefore, as he manages the multiple
challenges of running a community association management
company, he understands how each property is its own
unique system and tailors’ specific services to assure
that all their needs are met.
For more information about Rafael P. Aquino and Affinity
Management Services please visit
www.ManagedByAffinity.com or call 1-800-977-6279
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Doral Office: 8200 NW 41st ST
Suite 200
Doral, FL 33166
Broward Office: 150 S Pine Island RD Suite 300
Plantation, FL 33324
O: 800-977-6279 ● F: 305-325-4053
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