Industry Interviews

Kevin Davis is the President of Kevin Davis Insurance Services Inc., the Managing General Agent for Travelers Insurance. He specializes in specialty insurance coverage for community associations, insuring over 40,000 associations nationwide. With 30 years in the insurance industry, Kevin frequently writes and lectures on loss prevention techniques and is a faculty member of the Community Associations Institute's training programs.

Robert Nordlund, a registered professional engineer, founded Association Reserves Inc. in 1986 and has significantly influenced the Reserve Study industry. He holds the Community Association Institute’s Reserve Specialist designation and played a crucial role in creating the 1998 National Reserve Study Standards. Robert is a past Chairman of CAI’s Reserve Professionals Committee and is a frequent speaker and expert witness in litigation involving reserve issues.

Steven Shuey is a retired community association management professional with over four decades of experience. He served in various roles at the Desert Island Condominium Community before founding Team Property Management Inc. in 1994. Steven holds PCAM and CCAM designations and continues to offer HOA consulting services through Personalized Property Management.

Jon H. Epsten, founding shareholder of Epsten APC, has extensive experience in community association law. He provides advice on corporate matters, construction defect litigation, and risk management. Jon has served as an adjunct professor, president of the San Diego Chapter of CAI, and has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field.

Bill Naumann, founder of The Naumann Law Firm, is a recognized attorney specializing in homeowners’ associations and construction law. He has been named a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in San Diego multiple times and has successfully recovered over $150 million for his clients. Bill earned his law degree from the University of San Diego and has been an influential figure in the legal community for over four decades.

Mitchell H. Frumkin, founder of Kipcon Inc., is a Licensed Professional Engineer and recognized industry expert. He holds the Community Associations Institute’s Reserve Specialist designation and frequently speaks and writes on reserve funding and association management. Mitch has been active in professional organizations and has received several awards for his contributions.

Dawn M. Bauman is the senior vice president of government and public affairs at CAI and executive director of the Foundation for Community Association Research. With over 20 years at CAI, she is a leading expert in the community association housing model and frequently speaks at major conferences worldwide. Dawn has led efforts to develop condominium safety public policies and works closely with CAI’s Legislative Action Committees.

Scott Stewart is a property manager with over 15 years of experience in residential, commercial, and hospitality building management. He managed the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, and played a key role during the building's partial collapse in 2021. Scott's expertise includes vendor contract management, project coordination, and high-rise property management.

Tim Hoover, founder of Vendortrax, develops tech products promoting ethics, transparency, and accountability in construction and real estate. As a General and Landscape Contractor, he addresses issues in communication and project management. Tim's solutions aim to improve property management and contract execution.

Scott Stewart is a property manager with over 15 years of experience in residential, commercial, and hospitality building management. He managed the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, and played a key role during the building's partial collapse in 2021. Scott's expertise includes vendor contract management, project coordination, and high-rise property management.

Stan Luhr, founder and President of Pacific Property Consultants, is a nationally recognized forensic consultant. He has extensive experience in construction defect claims and has testified in over 100 court trials. Stan created the Quality Built® program, achieving significant savings in construction defect costs, and continues to focus on litigation and claims.

Adrian Adams, founder of ADAMS | STIRLING PLC, is a leading attorney in California specializing in common interest developments. He created Davis-Stirling.com, a top resource for laws affecting residential and mixed-use common interest developments. Adrian also publishes a widely circulated newsletter and serves as an expert witness on association boards and management issues.

Rachel M. Miller is the Senior Partner at The Miller Law Firm, where she has practiced for 25 years. She focuses on client communication and has held several leadership positions within the Community Association Industry. Rachel has been recognized as a Northern California “Super Lawyer” in construction litigation and her firm has received the National Litigator Award for two consecutive years.

Kieran Purcell, Managing Shareholder and CEO/CFO of Epsten APC, has been with the firm since 1995. He advises on corporate matters, litigation, and reconstruction issues for community associations. A retired Navy Captain, Kieran has received numerous awards for his contributions to the legal community and continues to serve in leadership roles within CAI.

Gary Porter, CEO of Facilities Advisors, has provided financial services to condominium and homeowners associations since 1976. He has authored five books, over 400 articles, and is a leading expert in association financial matters. Gary holds multiple professional designations and has served as an independent expert and court-appointed mediator in construction claims.

Cathy Acquizzano, Principal of Common Solutions Consulting, has over 26 years of experience in the community management industry. She founded and sold Progressive Community Management and now provides consulting services. Cathy offers valuable insights into industry culture and has been influential in shaping community management practices.