Some of us may think that the pandemic has required us to put aside the future and focus on the present, however, our use of remote technology may have developed a future plan for participation.  As I look back on 2020, we were and continue to establish a plan for the future… it’s just hard to see it as it is unfolding.

I had a very different plan for 2020 as a professional, a person and as president of CAINE; the chapter had a different agenda; and I am sure each and every member had different goals.  We all pivoted, adapted and I believe succeeded in not only achieving some goals, but in the process also laid a foundation for the future.

While some of us may be frustrated with the frequency of virtual meetings, I have noticed that participation is at an all-time high.  In that regard, our response to the pandemic has been a positive development in planning for our future.  While I hope we can soon get back to meeting in person, I envision future meetings that are hybrid providing the opportunity for both in person and virtual participation.  Our pandemic past just might have developed a new future of participation; hearing more and diverse voices and perspectives will better serve our condominiums, our industry partners and strengthen CAINE and its members.

I anticipate that 2021will be the year of the hybrid model for CAINE, and I look forward to continuing to plan for our future and participating in whatever way I can, whether in person or remotely… as you can see from my photo, my hybrid participation has developed a hybrid wardrobe.

Edmund Allcock, Esq. is the 2020 CAINE chapter president and 2020 president of the CAI College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL) board of governors and is a partner with the law firm Marcus, Errico, Emmer & Brooks, P.C. in Braintree, Mass.