Private interest groups argue reform is necessary saying Boards don’t protect the owners. Learn the truth behind these kinds of allegations with a review of the following:

1. Recent condo legislation and 2026 trends.
2. Issues surrounding recent condo litigation.
3. Proposed reforms and related costs and risks to self-governance.
4. What Boards can do better to manage their associations.

This isn’t what the real difference is, but in simple definition terms, Design-Build means handing a project over to a contractor who includes design services in a bid. Design-Bid-Build implies that the project begins with a design phase independent of a contractor, and then that goes to contractors for bids. However, THE REAL DIFFERENCE between these two terms is the REAL TOPIC of this session: to explore the degree to which the client is able to retain control of the project quality, cost and performance accountability without regard for either definition term.

Pipes, fire alarms, chiller systems, electrical systems and more: learn how to use a Reserve Study to bundle multi-million dollar projects with a bank loan. Avoid the legal pit falls of hidden special assessments and loans. Well-developed disclosures will help cover your ʻōkole!

Balancing AOAO and property management budgets while also trying to secure affordable insurance protection at the same time can be a challenge. In recent years a perfect storm of tragic fires, building structural failures, severe weather, a worldwide pandemic and a volatile economy had made this more so.

MARSH – widely recognized as a global leader in the insurance brokerage, risk management and property insurance industries – has assembled an experienced panel to address often-misunderstood and challenging aspects of condominium insurance in good times and tough times including:

1. High cost of hurricane coverage & what Boards can do to lower premiums.
2. Data and why it’s so important for reducing risk and lowering premiums.
3. Understanding the intersection of HO6 policy and the AOAO master policy.
4. Current market realities pertaining to insurance coverage, risk and cost.
5. Improving AOAO risk profiles to return control to boards & management teams.
6. Strategies from managing water damage claims to lowering renewal premiums.

Gain an understanding of the basics of airless spray technology and its ability for high-speed application of paint and a wide range of other coatings. Airless spray use on various surfaces will be discussed with regard for the best practices and safety concerns. Additionally, the project of laying out a parking lot with airless spray will be reviewed.

Waiting to repair or replace lanai sliding doors until AFTER they’ve started leaking, especially in high-rise multi-family buildings, isn’t a good practice. However, knowing how to identify lanai sliding door components, how they function, what codes & industry standards apply to them, what materials have the best longevity, how they’re tested and the steps required to repair them is!!! It’s thorough preparation to determine if repair is possible or, if not, what replacements of parts or the complete units will be most effective.

AI is changing how management companies handle resident questions, standardize operations and protect margins. Learn where AI fits into the condo AOAO workflow, what uses can deliver ROI today in areas such as self-serve, routing, knowledge and reporting. AND, how do you deploy AI responsibly with privacy, human oversight and measurable Key Performance Indicators without disrupting your teams or boards.

Buildings, facilities and property managers are on the front lines fighting against two of Hawaii’s most damaging invasive pests: little fire ants (LFA) and coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB). Early detection is the best defense, and it starts with you. This session provides practical, property-focused guidance on how to identify, prevent, and respond to potential infestations. Learn how these pests spread through landscaping materials, green waste, equipment movement & routine maintenance activities. You’ll then be equipped with actionable strategies to protect your tenants, preserve landscaping investments, and prevent costly damage.

Private interest groups argue reform is necessary saying Boards don’t protect the owners. Learn the truth behind these kinds of allegations with a review of the following:

1. Recent condo legislation and 2026 trends.
2. Issues surrounding recent condo litigation.
3. Proposed reforms and related costs and risks to self-governance.
4. What Boards can do better to manage their associations.

Balancing AOAO and property management budgets while also trying to secure affordable insurance protection at the same time can be a challenge. In recent years a perfect storm of tragic fires, building structural failures, severe weather, a worldwide pandemic and a volatile economy had made this more so.

MARSH – widely recognized as a global leader in the insurance brokerage, risk management and property insurance industries – has assembled an experienced panel to address often-misunderstood and challenging aspects of condominium insurance in good times and tough times including:

1. High cost of hurricane coverage & what Boards can do to lower premiums.
2. Data and why it’s so important for reducing risk and lowering premiums.
3. Understanding the intersection of HO6 policy and the AOAO master policy.
4. Current market realities pertaining to insurance coverage, risk and cost.
5. Improving AOAO risk profiles to return control to boards & management teams.
6. Strategies from managing water damage claims to lowering renewal premiums.

Communicating effectively with different personality styles is about understanding others, identifying differences and collectively working towards something greater. We work with all kinds of people in the property management business. Here’s what we’ll cover or discover together:

• Identify your own personality style and how we react under pressure.
• Modify their behaviors to better connect with people of different styles.
• Influence attitudes and behaviors of others.
• Inspire relationships that unite teams.

Learn why inspection, testing and maintenance of sprinklers, fire pumps, and fire alarm systems are essential to life safety and code compliance in Hawaii’s high-rise condos, hotels, and residential towers. Post-Marco Polo high-rise fire safety requirements will be reviewed, plus today’s retrofit realities: cost, corrosion, aging infrastructure, unit access & complex systems integration in occupied buildings.

Rundown property? Deferred projects? Today’s potential homebuyers are aware of the importance of Reserve Studies, and they inquire about strong reserve balances to fund major capital expenditures. Keep up with the competition and avoid losing potential buyers to your neighbors.

Fiber internet is becoming an essential part of modern building infrastructure,delivering the speed, reliability, and bandwidth needed to support today’s increasingly connected lifestyles. This session will explore what fiber internet is, why it matters, Hawaiian Telcom’s statewide goal of building a fully fiber network, and how fiber can help future-proof your property.

Gain an understanding of the basics of airless spray technology and its ability for high-speed application of paint and a wide range of other coatings. Airless spray use on various surfaces will be discussed with regard for the best practices and safety concerns. Additionally, the project of laying out a parking lot with airless spray will be reviewed.