RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 19, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Associa HRW congratulates Maire Burrell for earning the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA®) designation from the Community Association Managers International Certification Board (CAMICB) through the Community Associations Institute (CAI).

To receive the CMCA® certification, managers must complete the CAI Professional Management Development Program course, the M-100: Essentials of Community Association Management. This course covers topics ranging from facilities management and community government to risk management and financial management. Upon the completing the course and passing the exam, one must complete a comprehensive exam before earning the certification.

“Maire is most deserving of this designation and a testament to fact that hard work and dedication to the industry is recognized and appreciated,” says Associa HRW President Cathy Wade. “Her determination to master her craft and constant desire to deliver unsurpassed services is why we are proud she is a part of the Associa family.”

Burrell has worked for Associa HRW as community association manager for two years. She manages a portfolio comprised of single family, townhomes and condos. Previously, she worked four years with the State of North Carolina in hospital administration and seven years as an account manager in the home building industry.

Building and managing successful communities for more than 37 years, Associa is the worldwide leader in community management with over 10,000 employees operating more than 180 branch offices in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Based in Dallas, Texas, our industry expertise, financial strength and innovation meet the unique needs of clients across the world with customized services and solutions designed to help communities achieve their vision. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com or www.associacares.com

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