Community Associations Institute - Wisconsin Chapter

Next week!

Join the Wisconsin Chapter Community Associations Institute for a powerful workshop with Shannon Alter, CPM focused on communication strategies, conflict resolution, and productive dialogue.

📍 Tuesday June 9, 2026 | 11 AM – 12 PM

We hope to see you there! Register here: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=91&ts=1779124519

Stay informed on the latest legal updates impacting community associations ⚖️

Join CAI Wisconsin Chapter for a series of upcoming Legal Panels happening across Wisconsin this year. Hear from industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and connect with others in the community association industry.

Register here:

Door County: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=88&ts=1778783936

De Pere: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=89&ts=1778783750

Milwaukee: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=90&ts=1778784104

Strong leaders know how to handle tough conversations with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
We’re excited to welcome Shannon Alter, CPM for an engaging workshop on Managing Challenging Conversations. Whether you lead a team, work with volunteers, or manage member relationships, this session will provide actionable communication techniques you can apply right away.

📅 June 9, 2026
🕚 11 AM – 12 PM

Save your spot today! https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=91&ts=1779124519

We had a great turn out for our first Legal Panel held in Madison! Thank you to all who turned out. And a special thank you to our presenters, Attorneys Brian Seidl, Dan Miske and Lydia Chartre!

K&C attorneys Daniel Miske and Lydia Chartre presented yesterday at the first Community Associations Institute - Wisconsin Chapter Legal Panel held in Madison, Wisconsin.

Difficult conversations don’t have to be uncomfortable — with the right tools, they can become opportunities for growth and stronger leadership.

Join us on June 9 for “Managing Challenging Conversations” featuring special guest speaker Shannon Alter, CPM. Gain practical strategies to communicate with confidence, navigate conflict, and lead productive discussions.

🗓 June 9, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Register today: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=91&ts=1779124519

Stay informed on the latest legal topics impacting community associations at our May Legal Panel!
Join industry professionals Brian Seidl, Lydia Chartre, and Dan Miske for an engaging discussion covering key legal insights, updates, and real-world challenges facing associations today.

📅 May 21, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Thank you to our sponsor, Revive Restoration Inc.

Register today! https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=86&ts=1773700872

We’re excited to feature Lydia Chartre as part of our May Legal Panel!

Lydia is an equity partner with the law firm of Kaman & Cusimano, a firm that only represents Community Associations. Lydia earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Carthage College and then later earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from Marquette University Law School.

Lydia has extensive experience advising condominium association boards on a myriad of issues facing them, including declaration and bylaw amendments; assessment collections and foreclosure; rulemaking, voting and governance issues; and HUD and fair housing issues. Lydia’s ability to listen carefully and tactfully to clients allows her to keep an open mind and anticipate counterarguments from opposing parties. Lydia and her team organize legal seminars for property managers and community association boards that cover topics such as development and management of condominium associations and collections and post-foreclosure considerations. Lydia has been recognized as the following: The Best Lawyers in America®, Litigation - Construction, 2018-2025; Real Estate Law, 2018-2025; Litigation - Real Estate, 2019-2025, BizTimes Milwaukee, Notable Women in Law, 2022, Wisconsin Law Journal, Up and Coming Lawyer, 2010 and Milwaukee Magazine, Wisconsin’s Outstanding Young Lawyer, 2009.

Join us on May 21 to gain valuable legal insights alongside a panel of experienced professionals.

Register today 👉 https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=86&ts=1773700872

Big win for CAI-WI 👏

We’re proud to share that CAI-WI has been recognized with the Best Net Retention (85%) Award for a large chapter in the 2025 calendar year. This achievement reflects the strength of our community and the value of staying connected, engaged, and growing together.

Thank you to our incredible members for making this possible—this one’s yours!

Only one week to go 🎳

CAI-WI Happy Hour
April 30 | 3–5 PM
Spare Time Entertainment

Don’t miss this fun (and free!) networking event!
Register now: https://caiwi.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=84&ts=1773422269