Effective Record Keeping and Procedures in HOA Meetings
Meetings are arguably the purpose for the existence of HOA boards. They are a venue for homeowners, board members, and the management company (as well as any special committees) to meet and discuss community business. Establishing standards and procedures in HOA meetings is not only a matter of efficiency. HOA meetings are governed by law […]
Listeria Prevention for Restaurants
What are Listeria? In May of 2023, an outbreak of listeria occurred at the fast food chain “Frugal’s” in Tacoma, WA. The outbreak caused six hospitalizations and three deaths. The culprit? An incorrectly cleaned ice cream machine. Listeria are a family of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness. Listeria monocytogenes live everywhere—air, water, soil, and […]
Terrorism and Political Violence Insurance: The Right Fit for Your Business?
It’s common for United States businesses to have terrorism insurance, but not every policy is created equal. As terrorism evolves and insurance adapts to changing needs, companies must ensure they are adequately protected against worst-case scenarios. This blog will discuss the specifics of terrorism and political violence insurance and which policies are right for you. […]
How to prepare for civil unrest and political violence
Peaceful protests have long been a cornerstone of global democracy, increasing across the globe due to political instability, income inequality, COVID, nationalism, climate change, and more. However, when these protests escalate beyond control, they become civil unrest political violence events that can be highly damaging to both people and property. In this tumultuous climate, businesses […]
5 Simple Best Practices for Better HOA Management
There are many advantages to leading your community association or homeowner’s association (HOA) as a board member. Some positives include having the ability to affect positive change and the space to connect with community members. However, participating on an HOA board can also be quite challenging. In this blog, we’ll cover five simple approaches to […]
The Outdoor Dining Trend: 4 Things to Consider
The pandemic has impacted almost every aspect of life, including the way we dine. Take-out and delivery were already popular and established dine-at-home options, but consumers still wanted a dining-out experience. Restauranteurs everywhere have turned to outdoor dining—a trend that is here to stay. The ability to serve diners outside was crucial to keeping restaurants […]
