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2026 Annual Conference

Thursday, April 9, 2026 to Saturday, April 11, 2026

Seattle Convention Center-Summit Addition

900 Pine Street
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
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2026 Annual Conference

Great Pacific Northwest • Sasquatch Theme

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Keynotes, breakouts, receptions, LAC Night, and the Annual Conference Trade Show — all with big PNW energy.

Join WSCAI for Our 3rd Annual Conference!

-A Multi-Day Pacific Northwest Themed Conference-

Educational Programs

Please see the schedule tab for program and session details.

LAC Night

Join us at our 3rd annual LAC Night and help raise funds for the LAC! Enjoy food, music, games, and fun only found at LAC Night.

WA Board Leader Development Course (BLD)

Homeowners can purchase a BLD Course ticket to attend Saturday, April 11, 2026. The ticket includes the option to attend conference classes on Friday, April 10, 2026 at no additional cost (FREE).

Designed for homeowners serving on, planning to serve, or interested in serving on their HOA/COA board.
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Schedule

Plan your conference — key events, receptions, trade show, and breakout topics (subject to change).

Key: MGR= Manager track, ATTY= Attorney Track, HMW= Homeowner, BP= Business Partner Track

APRIL 9, 2026Conference Day 1 + LAC Night
7:30 am
Breakfast & Check-in / Registration Opens (coffee/pastries)
8:45 am
Opening Keynote: Brain Lady, Julie Anderson
10:45 am
Breakout Session 1
  • Evaluating Conflict: When to negotiate, when to fight [MGR]Mary Reiten, Esq., Adrienne Corcoran, CMCA, AMS, Jennifer De Winter Esq.
  • Practical Approaches to Sustainability in Community Associations [ALL] Juan Rodriguez, CMCA, AMS
  • Attorney Round Table [ATTY]Jennifer Aspaas, Esq.
  • How to be a confident presenter [BP, MGR]Scott Roth, CMCA, AMS
  • Insurance Round Table [ALL] Steve Weidenbach, CIRMS
12:15 pm
Luncheon Keynote: Keri Wilt
2:00 pm
Breakout Session 2
  • Anatomy of a Dispute [MGR]Mary Reiten, Esq., Adrienne Corcoran, CMCA, AMS, Jennifer De Winter Esq., Juan Rodriguez, CMCA, AMS,  Rose Sapoznick, CIRMS, CIC, AINS
  • Playground 101: Safety and Maintenance for Community Associations [ALL]Shelly Haynie
  • Business Partner Round Table [BP]Kim Chick, CMCA, AMS
  • In the Same Boat: Navigating Water Losses [ATTY, HWR, MGR]Michelle Simmons, Tessa Long, Nick Long
  • National Common Interest Community Policy [ALL]
    Phoebe Neseth, Esq.
3:30 pm
Breakout Session 3
  • Deductible and Damage Shifting: How, When and Why [ATTY, MGR]Jennifer De Winter, Esq. and Greg Floyd, CIRMS
  • Mastering Soft Skills: Building Stronger Connections [BP, MGR]Scott Roth, CMCA, AMS, Haley Graham, CMCA, AMS, Michelle Schlichting, CMCA, AMS
  • Fountains & Stormwater Ponds [ALL]Chad Imig & Kyle Steelhammer 
  • Tree Inspections - Managing Risks [ALL]Ian Scott 
  • CMCA- Prep Part 2 [MGR]Paul Grucza, CMCA, AMS, PCAM 
5:00–8:00 pm
Reception / LAC Night (reception included with conference. LAC Night requires additional ticket)
APRIL 10, 2026Breakfast + Trade Show + Breakouts
8:00–9:00 am
Breakfast & Legislative Keynote Address
9:15–10:15 am
Break / Trade Show
10:15–11:30 am
Breakout Session 4
  • Allocating Deductibles and Costs of Repair Under WUCIOA [ATTY, MGR, HWR]Tony Rafel, Esq., CCAL
  • Help Me Help You-Overcoming Learned Helplessness [ALL] Tina London, CMCA, AMS and Heather Clot, CMCA, AMS
  • Conducting Business Between Meetings Under WUCIOA [ATTY, MGR]Alexis (Ali) Ducich, Esq. and Tim Feth, Esq.
  • Building Performance Standards - Round Table [ALL] Michael Arndt, Tom Farrell, Michelle Nevins CMCA, Jim Talaga RS., Mike Vial Esq., Megan Vongkhamchanh CMCA, AMS, John Wright 
  • I Love My Job Because… A Discussion About the Power of Optimism [MGR]Juan Rodriguez, CMCA, AMS, Adrienne Corcoran, CMCA, AMS, Ann Hart, CIRMS, EBP, Erik Olsen
11:30–12:30 pm
Lunch
12:30–1:30 pm
Trade Show
1:30–2:45 pm
Breakout Session 5
  • How community managers can use landscape planning, contracts, and communication to reduce risk and improve communities [MGR]Niwar Nasim & Christian Guerrero 
  • Deep Dive: Navigating the Choices for Electronic Voting and Overcoming Challenges [MGR, HWR]Cathi Sleight, CMCA, Andre Lecce, CMCA, AMS
  • Mapping Out Your Associations Financial Future [MGR, HWR]Carrie McGonagle, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Elle Larkin-O'Connell, EBP
  • Preventing A Loss From Occurring and What To Do If One Happens [ALL] Taylor Babb 
  • Association Systems, Reserve Studies, and Insurance [ALL]Steve Weidenbach, CIRMS, Karen McDonald, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, RS
2:45–3:45 pm
Trade Show
3:45–6:00 pm
Trade Show Reception / Giveaways & Breakdown
7:00–9:00 pm
Official Conference After-Party (Location and Time TBD)
APRIL 11, 2026 Homeowner Day + WUCIOA + Board Leader Programming
7:300 am–8:30 am
Breakfast
7:30 am–4:00 pm
Board Leader Development Course (BLD) [HWR]
9:00–11:00 am
WUCIOA Summit + Attorney Panel [HWR]
11:00 am–12:45 pm
Lunch + Legal fair
1:00–2:00 pm
Homeowner Roundtable [HWR]
2:15–3:30 pm
Robert's Rules of Order [HWR]

BLD Program Schedule

APRIL 11

7:30–8:30am

Networking & Breakfast

Served in the classroom. 

8:30–9:30am

PROGRAM 1 

(1) Governing Documents and Roles & Responsibilities — 

Discover the legal authority for your association. Understand the duties and responsibilities of each board member and the professionals who are available to assist the board.

9:30–9: 45 am

Break

9:45–11:00 am

PROGRAM 2

(2)   Communications, Meetings and Volunteerism — 

Learn how to maximize volunteer involvement by improving board communications, conducting effective meetings and building community spirit.

11:00am–12:30 pm

PROGRAM 3

(3)   Fundamentals of Financial Management — 

Delve into the fundamentals of association financial management, including guidelines for protecting your association’s assets, preparing a budget, planning for the future and collecting assessments.

12:30–1:30 pm

Luncheon

Served in the classroom. — 

1:30–2:45 pm

PROGRAM 4

(4)   Professional Advisors and Service Providers — 

Putting together the right team to support your association can be challenging. Discover practical tips on finding, evaluating and hiring qualified professional advisors and service providers.

2:45–3:00 pm

Break

3:00–4:00 pm

PROGRAM 5

(5)   Association Rules and Conflict Resolution — 

Explore guidelines for making reasonable association rules, enforcing rules fairly and resolving conflict effectively.

Conference Hotel

WSCAI has secured a room block at the official conference hotel for the 2026 Annual Conference.

The Westin Seattle

Stay in the heart of downtown Seattle, just minutes from the Seattle Convention Center. The Westin Seattle offers modern accommodations, stunning city views, and easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Rate: $159/night +tax/fees. 
Parking: $26/night self-parking, $30/ valet

Hotel Address:
The Westin Seattle
1900 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

Visit Hotel Website  Make Hotel Reservation
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LAC Night

Food, music, games, and fundraising fun.

Pre-registration is required. Includes dinner and entertainment

Help raise funds for the LAC by purchasing a LAC Night ticket and participating in the fun! More details to be released- stay tuned!
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CLE Credits

All attempts will be made to provide attorneys with CLE credits. Once approved, WSCAI will publish the list of classes eligible for CLE credits. 

View all trade show exhibitors here!
AC26 Onsite Experience

Credentials Lounge

A comfortable, members-only space for credentialed professionals to recharge, connect, and keep moving between sessions. Access is limited to credential holders during posted operating hours. Plus, we'll have giveaways! 

Credentialed Access Only Check-in Required Open During Operating Hours

Who can enter?

Anyone holding a CAI, CAMICB, or WSCAI credential may access the lounge during operating hours. Please have your conference badge available at check-in.

Eligible credentials include:
CMCA
PCAM
AMS
EBP
WCBP
LSM
RS
CCAL
CIRMS

What to expect

  • Quiet seating and a place to reset between sessions
  • Freebies, special snacks, & more!
  • Networking with fellow credentialed professionals
  • Professional, respectful atmosphere (conference code of conduct applies)
View Conference Schedule Read Event FAQ

Operating hours

Thursday 11:00am - 2:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm

Check-in + guidelines

  • Badge required for entry; credential holders only.
  • Please keep phone calls outside the lounge.
  • Be mindful of others: this is a quiet reset space.
Do I need to pre-register for the lounge?

No. If you hold an eligible credential, you can enter during operating hours with your badge.

Can I bring a colleague or guest?

Access is limited to credential holders only. Guests without an eligible credential are not permitted.

Where is the lounge located?

Level 3 of conference venue.
Credits Price
Board Leader Course- Homeowner member Early Bird
Includes April 11, 2026 BLD course, breakfast and lunch. If you'd like to attend Friday, April 10, 2026, please mark during registration (no additional charge). Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Homeowner Member Early-bird Rate
Includes conference access April 10-11, 2026 Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Board Leader Course- Homeowner Member- Regular
Includes April 11, 2026 BLD course, breakfast and lunch. If you'd like to attend Friday, April 10, 2026, please mark during registration (no additional charge). Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Homeowner Member Regular Rate
Includes conference access April 10-11, 2026 Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Board Leader Development Course- Late Registration
Includes April 11, 2026 BLD course, breakfast and lunch. If you'd like to attend Friday, April 10, 2026, please mark during registration (no additional charge). Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$160.00
Homeowner Member Late Registration
Includes conference access April 10-11, 2026 Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$160.00
Credits Price
Community Manager Member- Early Bird Rate
Must be a member. Includes 2 breakfast, 2 lunches, and registration for April 9-10, 2026. An optional LAC Night ticket for April 9 is available as an add-on ticket. Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$125.00
Community Manager Member- Regular Rate
Must be a member. Includes 2 breakfast, 2 lunches, and registration for April 9-10, 2026. An optional LAC Night ticket for April 9 is available as an add-on ticket. Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$155.00
Community Manager Member- Late Registration
Must be a member. Includes 2 breakfast, 2 lunches, and registration for April 9-10, 2026. An optional LAC Night ticket for April 9 is available as an add-on ticket. Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$185.00
Credits Price
Business Partner Member- Day 1-Early Bird Rate
This ticket is for non-trade show exhibitors only (trade show exhibitors automatically receive two registrations for April 9-10, 2026 under separate ticket type (Trade Show Exhibitor)).

This ticket Includes conference access on Thursday, April 9, 2026, 1 breakfast and 1 lunch. An optional dinner on Thursday, April 9, 2026 is an add-on option for attendees.

 Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$225.00
Business Partner Member- Day 1 - Regular Rate
This ticket is for non-trade show exhibitors only (trade show exhibitors automatically receive two registrations for April 9-10, 2026 under separate ticket type (Trade Show Exhibitor)).

This ticket Includes conference access on Thursday, April 9, 2026, 1 breakfast and 1 lunch. An optional dinner on Thursday, April 9, 2026 is an add-on option for attendees.

 Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$275.00
Business Partner Member- Day 1 - Late Registration
This ticket is for non-trade show exhibitors only (trade show exhibitors automatically receive two registrations for April 9-10, 2026 under separate ticket type (Trade Show Exhibitor)).

This ticket Includes conference access on Thursday, April 9, 2026, 1 breakfast and 1 lunch. An optional dinner on Thursday, April 9, 2026 is an add-on option for attendees. Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$325.00
Trade Show Exhibitor (Must have purchased booth)
Includes conference access April 9-10, 2026. 2 breakfast, 2 lunch. LAC Night dinner (April 9) is available as an add on ticket at check out. Max 2 free attendees per booth. Please use "additional booth rep ticket" for additional attendees. Registration Ends 3/13/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Additional Booth Rep
This ticket is for booth reps beyond the two included with the booth purchase. Includes conference access April 9-10, 2026. 2 breakfast, 2 lunch. LAC Night dinner (April 9) is available as an add on ticket at check out. Registration Ends 3/13/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$275.00
Sponsor Rep (must have purchased a sponsorship)
Includes conference access the day of your sponsorship. If you wish to attend conference on a day you have no sponsorship or booth, please register for the appropriate additional ticket. LAC Night dinner (April 9) is available as an add on ticket at check out. 

This ticket will only admit you the day of your sponsorship. If you are unsure which day your sponsorship is on, please contact info@wscai.org  Registration Ends 3/13/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
FREE
Credits Price
Non-member Homeowner Early-Bird
Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2025, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 11:00 PM PDT
$160.00
Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course EarlyBird
Non-member registrations opens on February 10, 2026. Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2026, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 2:00 AM PDT
$160.00
Non-member Manager Early Bird
Registration for non-members begins February 10, 2026. This ticket includes registration, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and trade show access. Registration Ended 2/20/26 at 1:00 AM PDT
$170.00
Non-member Homeowner - Regular Registration
Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2026, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$175.00
Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course Regular
Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2026, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$175.00
Non-member Manager - Regular Registration
Registration for non-members begins February 10, 2026. This ticket includes registration for April 9-11, 2026, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and trade show access. Registration Ends 3/20/26 at 11:59 PM PDT
$180.00
Non-member Homeowner - Late Registration
Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2026, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$200.00
Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course- Late Reg
Includes conference access on April 10-11, 2026, board leader development class, trade-show, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches. Please mark which days you plan to attend during registration. Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$200.00
Non-member Manager - Late Registration
Registration for non-members begins February 10, 2026. This ticket includes registration for April 9-10, 2026, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and trade show access. Registration Opens 3/21/26 at 12:00 AM PDT
$200.00

Product Add-ons

Price
LAC Night 2026 Ticket (Add-on for Annual Conference) View Product $75.00
Homeowner Day 1 Add-On View Product $75.00
Parking is available inside the venue building (Seattle Convention Center- Summit Building).
All attendees will receive breakfast and lunch each day of attendance (please check ticket type to confirm which days permit attendance) All tickets note which days are included with the ticket.
Ticket prices vary by membership type, member/non-member. Please check the registration tab for more information.
Yes. Attendees may earn credits for attending.
No! Members receive discounted registration but membership is not required.
Yes, please use the sponsorships button to access available sponsorships and booths.
WSCAI conducts an RFP for Annual Conference. This process has concluded. Please e-mail info@wscai.org to receive future RFP notices.
Yes! Friday, April 10, 2026 will feature our Annual Conference Trade Show with 100 vendors!
Our BLD program is designed for homeowners serving on, planning to serve, or interested in serving on their HOA/COA board. This programs provides the education and resources for board members to be successful.

 

 

If you'd like to attend conference for free and be a conference volunteer, please e-mail robin.chase@wscai.org
Dear Homeowner Members,
As many of you know, WUCIOA For All is here, with full implementation of the law occurring in 2028. WSCAI has always been homeowner focused. Everything we do is designed to build stronger, better-managed communities and to support long-term community harmony.
With that mission in mind, WSCAI is pleased to offer complimentary annual conference registration to our homeowner members.*
Why are we doing this? WUCIOA represents a major change. It will affect more than 2 million Washington residents living in HOAs, COAs, and other common-interest communities. Preparing for this shift requires clear education and reliable resources. We believe informed board members and homeowners are critical to successful implementation across the state.
That is why we are removing cost as a barrier to attendance. Providing education and preparation is more important to us than collecting registration fees. As Washington’s largest nonprofit serving common-interest communities, we take seriously our responsibility to ensure members understand what these new laws mean for their communities.
We also hope to learn from you. Throughout the conference, we will gather feedback, questions, and perspectives from homeowners to share with elected officials and policymakers as WUCIOA continues to evolve.
This is a one-time situation for this year only, available for the important reasons set forth above. We hope you will join us for the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the impacts of WUCIOA and to help shape the conversation ahead.
You must be logged into your WSCAI.org account to access this ticket type (email info@wscai.org should you need assistance). Because this will have a significant financial impact on WSCAI, registering for a complimentary ticket constitutes an agreement to reimburse WSCAI the ticket cost ($125) if you register but do not attend. To help avoid this, we will send a reminder two days before the cancellation deadline so you may cancel if your plans change. Cancellations are not permitted within 30 days of the event. However, your registration may be transferred to another eligible member of your community or board. 
Warm regards,
The WSCAI Board of Directors
* ‎Terms: subject to availability and capacity limits. Based on first-come, first served. No-show fee equal to the value of registration ($125). Excludes day 1 of AC26 and LAC Night- both require additional purchase. If you have already paid for registration, we will refund your purchase or credit your account. 

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