2026 Annual Conference
Seattle Convention Center-Summit Addition
900 Pine StreetSeattle, WA 98101
United States
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, HMR = Homeowner, BP = Business Partner Track

- Evaluating Conflict: When to negotiate, when to fight [MGR] (room 345-346)
- Practical Approaches to Sustainability in Community Associations [ALL] (room 343-344)
- Attorney Round Table [ATTY] (room 347)
- How to be a confident presenter [BP, MGR] (room 342)
- Insurance Round Table [ALL] (room 340)

- Anatomy of a Dispute [MGR] (room 345-346)
- Playground 101: Safety and Maintenance for Community Associations [ALL] (room 342)
- Business Partner Round Table [BP] (room 347)
- In the Same Boat: Navigating Water Losses [ATTY, HWR, MGR] (room 343-344)
- Amplifying CAI’s Voice: The Power of Your Voice and Engagement in CAI’s Advocacy Efforts [ALL] (room 340)
2:00pm- 5:00pm CMCA- Prep Part 2 [MGR] (room 348)
- Deductible and Damage Shifting: How, When and Why [ATTY, MGR] (room 343-344)
- Mastering Soft Skills: Building Stronger Connections [BP, MGR] (room 345-346)
- Fountains & Stormwater Ponds [ALL] (room 340)
- Tree Inspections - Managing Risks [ALL] (room 342)
- Allocating Deductibles and Costs of Repair Under WUCIOA [ATTY, MGR, HMR] (room 345-346)
- Help Me Help You-Overcoming Learned Helplessness [ALL] (room 340)
- Conducting Business Between Meetings Under WUCIOA [ATTY, MGR] (room 343-344)
- Building Performance Standards - Round Table [ALL] (room 342)
- I Love My Job Because… A Discussion About the Power of Optimism [MGR] (room 347)
- How community managers can use landscape planning, contracts, and communication to reduce risk and improve communities [MGR] (room 341)
- Deep Dive: Navigating the Choices for Electronic Voting and Overcoming Challenges [MGR, HMR] (room 347)
- Mapping Out Your Associations Financial Future [MGR, HMR] (room 345-346)
- Preventing A Loss From Occurring and What To Do If One Happens [ALL] (room 340)
- Association Systems, Reserve Studies, and Insurance [ALL] (room 343-344)

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This course is approved by Community Association Managers International Certification Board (CAMICB) to fulfill continuing education requirements for the CMCA® certification.
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
LAC Night
Food, music, games, and fundraising fun.
Pre-registration is required.
Help raise funds for the LAC by purchasing a LAC Night ticket and participating in the fun!
Purchase ticket here or during AC26 registration.
LAC Night April 9, 2026 (6pm- 8pm) at Annual Conference: Includes dinner and drink ticket. All proceeds from LAC Night benefit the WSCAI LAC.
PNW Dinner options:
Additional activities at LAC Night (Items marked with $ are not include with LAC Night and require additional fee) :
- AX Throwing ($)
- Cider Tasting ($)
- Fish Throwing ($)
- Smores Table ($)
- Moss Frame Craft ($)
- Lawn games
- Campfire networking
- Photo booth and print (1 print per attendee)
Additional activities can purchased during Annual Conference or at LAC Night.
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!



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!
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.
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)
Operating hours
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.
Member Homeowners
Early-bird, Regular, and Late Registration Prices.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Board Leader Course- Homeowner member Early Bird
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FREE |
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Homeowner Member Early-bird Rate
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FREE |
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Board Leader Course- Homeowner Member- Regular
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FREE |
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Homeowner Member Regular Rate
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FREE |
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Homeowner Member Late Registration
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$160.00 |
Member Manager
Early-bird, Regular, and Late Registration Prices.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Community Manager Member- Early Bird Rate
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$125.00 |
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Community Manager Member- Regular Rate
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$155.00 |
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Community Manager Member- Late Registration
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$185.00 |
Member Business Partner
Early-bird, Regular, and Late Registration Prices.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Business Partner Member- Day 1-Early Bird Rate
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. |
$225.00 |
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Business Partner Member- Day 1 - Regular Rate
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. |
$275.00 |
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Business Partner Member- Day 1 - Late Registration
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. |
$325.00 |
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Trade Show Exhibitor (Must have purchased booth)
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FREE |
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Additional Booth Rep
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$275.00 |
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Sponsor Rep (must have purchased a sponsorship)
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 |
FREE |
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Trade Show Booth Exhibitor Rep-LATE registration
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$25.00 |
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Additional Booth Rep- late Registration
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$300.00 |
Non- Member Tickets
Early-bird, Regular, and Late Registration Prices and Schedule.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Non-member Homeowner Early-Bird
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$160.00 |
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Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course EarlyBird
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$160.00 |
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Non-member Manager Early Bird
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$170.00 |
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Non-member Homeowner - Regular Registration
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$175.00 |
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Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course Regular
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$175.00 |
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Non-member Manager - Regular Registration
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$180.00 |
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Non-member Homeowner - Late Registration
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$200.00 |
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Non-member Homeowner Board Leader Course- Late Reg
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$200.00 |
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Non-member Manager - Late Registration
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$200.00 |
Attorney
Attorney Members
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Attorney Full Conference
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$275.00 |
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Attorney Day 3 ONLY
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FREE |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| LAC Night 2026 Ticket View Product | $75.00 |
| Homeowner Day 1 Add-On View Product | $75.00 |
If you'd like to attend conference for free and be a conference volunteer, please e-mail robin.chase@wscai.org
The WSCAI Board of Directors


























