TPQ representatives and officials outside the CAI conference venue
Representatives of United Development Company, developer of the 40mn sq ft community on man-made island The Pearl-Qatar (TPQ), recently attended the annual conference of Community Associations Institute (CAI) in the US state of Florida.
CAI is dedicated to helping homeowners and professionals manage their communities.
“This is what we need to do to ensure that our communities are managed in the best interests of the residents who live at The Pearl-Qatar,” said Abdulrahim al-Ibrahim, director of the TPQ Central Authority Directorate. When completed, TPQ will have a population of more than 40,000.
The official explained TPQ will be managed according to the best international standards for master communities, responsible for maintaining common-use facilities to the highest standards, liaising with sub-associations and drafting rules of conduct to enhance the community living experience of all TPQ residents.
The master community will consist of numerous sub-associations, each led by professionals who will be specifically trained to manage communities.
“Professional governance and management are essential for successful communities,” observed Francis Giani, general manager of the master community while explaining the reason for joining CAI.
“With their involvement in CAI, TPQ leaders are demonstrating a commitment not just for professional development of its managers, but also a strong commitment to their residents,” said CAI chief executive officer Thomas Skiba.
Thousands of community managers have earned professional designations awarded by CAI and its sister organisation, the National Board of Certification for Community Association Managers.
Almost 2mn American homeowners serve on community association boards. These leaders are elected by their neighbours to work with managers to protect property values and meet the expectations of residents.

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