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Hello and welcome to the 2020 Echo HOA University & ExpoSM … A Virtual Experience. This year we are very excited to collaborate with the Levy Erlanger Company 34th Managers’ Conference which allows us to combine the programming of HOA Community Managers with that of our traditional HOA boards and engaged homeowners. We feel this will be an unbelievably positive and dynamic opportunity for the industry to coalesce and share insights and knowledge about how to better manage an association, especially in today’s challenging environment. As you know, the coronavirus has taken its toll on society. Businesses are struggling and our traditional in-person convention and expo has had to “pivot” to a new business model. In the past three months, we have reimagined our event and leveraged technology to create the first online virtual experience for our membership and clients. We hope you’ll enjoy the features of the convention, the opportunities to network, and the fun of engaging with our professional service providers in the Exhibition Hall, learning of their excellent products and services, while, of course accessing outstanding educational programming. This year we are offering 2 days of live programming with speakers responding to questions after pre-recorded courses. You will be able to access the recorded courses up to 28 days after the live sessions (until October 25!). This will allow you to participate in more than 20 separate learning opportunities and to listen and engage with some of the best and most knowledgeable experts in the world of HOAs. Plan your days to participate 24
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in your favorite sessions with your favorite speakers and enjoy the opportunity to learn from the comfort of your home. This year take advantage of the following features: • Four tracks of HOA education • An Exhibit Hall with dozens of experienced HOA professional service providers • A Managers Lounge featuring Echo management firms to learn from their experience • An all-day, interactive track designed for you to ask questions in the “Ask-the-Attorney” sessions, and • Enjoy an evening reception with a virtual tasting with the world-class Cuvaison Winery from Napa Valley. And “yes!” we have made special arrangements for you to purchase the wines for the tasting from the winery. • You will be able to participate in Echo’s online scavenger hunt and leaderboard competition for prizes! The piece de resistance is an exotic trip to Hawaii (or cash value) provided by our partner in the event, Levy Erlanger Company LLP. We are excited to bring this new concept in education and expositions to you. Please enjoy your time and if you have any questions whatsoever, we have several staff members and technical advisors available to help you navigate the system and enjoy this new event. Welcome and thank you for your continued support of Echo!
