Free Board Education Sessions in Naples, FL.

We are excited to offer this recorded webinar for the benefit of the community on understanding mental health issues that may impact your community, how to handle them and what resources are available to you. Featuring guest speakers specializing in mental health and community services from Lee County, Florida and Prince William County, Virginia. Our guest speakers cover local, state and federal resources available.

Our CEO,, shares another CEO Mindset recognizing those who have and are serving our great nation. Happy Memorial Day everyone! #CommunityAssociationManagement, #WinningTeam, #CardinalCulture, #MemorialDay2024

Cardinal Management Group, Inc. was founded by brothers Tom and Don Mazzei in 1987, serving Maryland, Virginia, and South Florida. The company’s namesake was generated from the first community within the portfolio, Cardinal Forest, which remain clients to this day. Cardinal’s vision is to be the industry leader with a superior reputation for providing tailored, high-end management solutions in partnership with the Community, with core values of accountability, integrity, and transparency. Cardinal manages planned unit developments, condominiums, homeowners’ associations, high-rise buildings, and commercial properties. Services include full-service management, financial-only management, financial plus management, and consulting & project management services.#CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Cardinal Management Group, INC. has opened a new office in Fredericksburg, VA!

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei, provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of June. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #diversityisbeautiful #joinourteam

Team Cardinal enjoyed Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute WMCCAI's 2023 Conference & Expo and is honored to have been a Registration & Education Sponsor! Can't wait for 2024!

At Cardinal we believe we have the most well-trained, experienced professionals that care about the communities they serve. In this post, we spotlight Vanessa Zambrana, on-site General Manager at Cardinal Forest Condominium. Vanessa's talents and leadership have been on full display recently and we wanted you to get a chance to here from her on how she's been so successful.

Our friends from Property Service Group have some great maintenance tips that can help your community's curb appeal as we head into the warmer months.

We recently celebrated our 35th anniversary in December 2021. We want to take a moment to reflect on our history and what it took to make us #CardinalStrong. Here are some short thoughts from the Cardinal ownership as well as the two longest running executives who have both been a part of the team for nearly the life of the company.

The Cardinal Management Group, Inc. Wellness Committee will be hosting a Flu Shot Clinic on Tuesday, September 28th from 2-5 PM! Find further information and the sign-up link here.

Cardinal's CEO, Tom Mazzei, shares his expertise in the September 2021, "Ask an Expert," issue of Quorum.

For Small Business Week our CEO, Tom Mazzei, recognizes the importance of small businesses and reflects on building Cardinal Management Group, Inc.

We had the pleasure of attending the CAI Annual National Conference in Vegas. It was great to see our industry friends in person again.

Victoria Garner and Candace Lewis share their budgeting expertise in the August issue of Quorum “Financial Forecast.”

One way that Cardinal Management Group leads with experience is through professional certification. Our very own Candace Lewis gives an overview of the various credentials obtained in the Community Association Industry and explains their importance.

Cardinal's Team Player of the Month for May 2021 goes to Ron Crigger, General Manager of the Southbridge Community. Ron's dedication, commitment and service to his community and the Cardinal family in general, has been exemplary and we're thrilled to have him on our team.

Read these insightful articles from the May issue of Quorum written by two amazing Cardinal Portfolio Managers, Bethany Morales and Steve Rugen.

Communicating violation notices to residents can be difficult at times especially because you don't know how the resident is going to react. In the April issue of Quorum, Sr. Portfolio Manager, James Hawkins, gives a great breakdown on how people react to covenant enforcements based on four personality tendencies that affect one's behavior and the way they respond to others.

Spring has sprung. Now is a great time for Boards and Managers to get their communities cleaned up and ready for warmer weather. Cardinal Sr. Portfolio Manager, John Adams, shares ways to do this and what areas of the community to spring clean.

Please join us in congratulating Cardinal client, The Grove at Huntley Meadows Homeowners Association. They have been awarded WMCCAI’s Community Association of the Year-Medium Category!!

"I want to stay safe but am desperate for human connection. What can I do to ensure my safety, while still interacting with colleagues?" Cardinal's Executive Vice President, Victoria Garner, answers this question in the February 2021 issue of Quorum.

Last month our VP, High Rise Division, Tom Markell, participated in the “Your Community, You’re Connected: Board Leadership in 2021” virtual event. Tom shares more about this event.

Cardinal Management Group, Inc. is pleased to welcome one of their newest client partners, The Unit Owners Association of the Williamsburg Condominium located in Arlington, VA.

So, its 2021! Finally….and we are all looking forward to a fresh, productive and rewarding year. We are bustling with energy and ready to hit the ground running. But, wait…what’s your plan?

In the December issue of Quorum, Cardinal’s Executive Assistant, Nicole Tavano, and former Sr. Administrative Manager, Kim Grant, discuss how the face of community management has evolved during the pandemic. 

At Cardinal we believe we have the most well-trained, experienced professionals that care about the communities they serve. Each month we’ll feature one of our awesome team members in our Employee Spotlight. Today, get to know James Moye, Director - Human Resources.

In honor of National Cookie Exchange day, here is a family favorite recipe from Cardinal COO and Owner, Don Mazzei.

Cardinal’s Team Player of the Month goes to our Accounting Office Manager, Marcus Chacon. Join us in recognizing this amazing team member and get to know more about Marcus here.

Last week, WMCCAI held it’s 2020 Virtual Awards Celebration. We are excited to share with you what an amazing night it was for our very own Candace Lewis. 

If you’re looking to whip up something new this Thanksgiving here is one of our favorite recipes from a Mazzei family friend: The Original Cranberry Relish

At Cardinal we believe we have the most well-trained, experienced professionals that care about the communities they serve. Each month we’ll feature one of our awesome team members in our Employee Spotlight. Today, get to know Joan Jaeger, General Manager - Spectrum of Falls Church.

Autumn is officially here so it's time to prepare your home for the change in seasons with this fall home maintenance checklist.

The leadership and dedication from our executive team stands out above the competition.Today, get to know our Vice President, Brian Cramp, CMCA®, AMS®.

There are many factors to consider for insurance and risk management for HOAs and condominiums. In this blog we discuss the various components of a commercial and the importance of proper coverage.

At Cardinal we believe we have the most well-trained, experienced professionals that care about the communities they serve. Each month we’ll feature one of our awesome team members in our Employee Spotlight. Today, get to know Kimberly Miller Portfolio Manager

As the summer starts ramping up, our team has been busy as we welcome a new client into our family and continue working closely with our ever-expanding portfolio of HOAs and community associations.

With residents considering if they should travel or not this summer, share this blog with them to ensure the safety of the community and their housing. 

The leadership and dedication from our executive team stands out above the competition.Today, get to know our Senior Vice President, Terry McGuire, CMCA®, AMS®.

We’ve compiled a summer maintenance checklist that you can use all season for reference. We know that every community has different needs so please print and add to this checklist to fit your needs.

This Summer will be a bit different than others with the lingering effects of COVID-19. Discover tips that will help your property get ready for the Summer.

We celebrate World Bicycle Day with an interview with our very own cycle enthusiast Jonathan Sucher. Want to know more about cycling? You definitely need to check this post out!

We're proud of our executive team and the leadership they provide. Today we feature our Executive VP, Victoria Garner, Victoria Garner, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®.

Our team at Cardinal are some of the best in the business. We're proud of each and everyone one of our employees but from time to time we like to spotlight a few. In this install of our Employee Spotlight series we're featuring Steve Rugen, Community Manager CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®.

At Cardinal, we're proud of all of our employees. However, we realize there are unsung heroes on our team that may not get the recognition they deserve for the important role they play. Today, we spotlight Amanda Jenkerson, Front Desk Assistant and our corporate office's unsung hero.

Today we introduce owner and CEO Tom Mazzei, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, CAM®. Tom shares his inspiration for starting the company, some of the most memorable moments of his career, what sets Cardinal apart from the competition and why the next time you see him in person you might just ask him to sing for you.

Virginia Heritage Community Association is the latest community to select Cardinal as their full-service management partner! We are excited to announce our partnership and look forward to a long-lasting relationship!

We're proud of our executive team and the leadership they provide. Today we feature our Senior VP, Jonathan Sucher PCAM®.

Our team continues to work as planned; however, our offices will remain closed to foot traffic until April 10 at the earliest in order to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

As is the Cardinal Way, we are pleased to announce the continued growth and promotion of one of your fellow team members. Please join us in congratulating Christina Tassa in her promotion to Assistant Community Manager. When Christina joined the Cardinal team, she shared her desire to continue her journey in community management with opportunities to grow and learn. Earning the CMCA designation as an administrative assistant, she has lived into that goal, and we are pleased to have a hand in fostering her continued success. Way to go Christina!

We thank Prince William County Government, Virginia for the opportunity to provide education to homeowner Board leaders this weekend at their Neighborhood Conference. Cynthia Du Busc and Crystal Williams educated volunteers on 'Understanding the Roles & Responsibilities of the Board and Community Manager.'

A big shoutout to RealManage for hosting an inspiring Women’s History Month panel celebrating women in leadership! It’s incredible to see companies that prioritize their people and foster meaningful conversations about growth and empowerment. Special congratulations to our very own Victoria Garner for being a part of this impactful discussion — your leadership continues to inspire us all! We’re grateful to be part of the RealManage family of brands, where diversity, leadership, and community are truly valued. Here’s to empowering more voices and making a difference together!

We are thrilled to spotlight our very own Candace Lewis, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Marketing Director at Cardinal. Candace recently served as a panelist during RealManage's Black History Month roundtable. The event featured meaningful discussions and shared insights about Black contributions, history, and personal experiences. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to RealManage for organizing this impactful panel and for their commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Candace's participation exemplifies the dedication and leadership that we value at Cardinal. We are proud to have her as part of our team.

Cardinal’s Florida team was excited to welcome our dedicated homeowner volunteer Board members for a day of learning, networking, and industry insights! Attendees gained valuable board education on legislative changes, insights on budgets & reserves, and had the opportunity to network with fellow Board members & industry professionals. At Cardinal, we are committed to helping our clients strengthen their community leadership skills!

Penderbrook Community Association celebrates the ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new electric vehicle charging stations, installed through Fairfax County Government's Charge Up Fairfax program. This initiative supports community associations in overcoming challenges to install on-site EV charging stations, promoting cleaner air and a healthier environment. Penderbrook's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets a powerful example for communities across Fairfax County. This initiative was spearheaded by Cardinal's very own Stuart Moriarty. We applaud Stuart for getting this over the finish line! Here's to a greener future!

Our team had an incredible experience at the Washington Metropolitan Chapter CAI 2025 Conference & Expo! We had the opportunity to connect with industry colleagues, form new relationships, and gain valuable insights. Thank you to the Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute (WMCCAI) for organizing such a successful event and for the opportunity to be registration sponsor. We look forward to next year's conference!

Cardinal team members exemplified our commitment to community by volunteering at StreetLight Community Outreach Ministries' food pantry in Woodbridge, VA. Our team assisted in providing a week's worth of groceries to families in need, bringing our vision to life by fostering vibrant, thriving communities through service. StreetLight Community Outreach Ministries is dedicated to alleviating suffering among the poor and homeless in Prince William County, offering services like food distribution and supportive case management. We are grateful for the opportunity to support such a vital organization and look forward to continuing our efforts in making a positive impact in our community.

Please join us in congratulating Crystal Williams on her well-deserved promotion to Director of Community Association Managers, Condominium Division. Crystal's extensive experience managing condominiums and apartments in the metro area, paired with her passion for condominium communities, has driven her to foster high-performing teams that exemplify the Cardinal brand. Her dedication to excellence will be instrumental as she leads our condo clients. We celebrate Crystal's achievements and are confident in her leadership as she takes on this new role. Congratulations, Crystal — your Cardinal family is proud to support you on this exciting journey!

Our Winning Team was truly winning today at Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute (WMCCAI)'s Jump Start January! Sonja Miller won Committee Member of the Year! Sonja came to JSJ last year and was motivated to become an active participant of the Membership Committee and later applying to serve as Co-Chair. We are very proud of her and support her journey with the Chapter. The dynamic duo, Taylor Lee and Melissa Robinson took home the title of Community Association of the Year for Virginia Heritage in Fredericksburg, VA. We are proud of our Winning Team and hope they inspire you to join a committee this year.

We’ve built a company not through the efforts of a few — but by every person that contributes to our company every single day. Get to know Jodie Ownby, Director of Client Relations in our Florida office.

Virginia Heritage at Lees Parke wins WMCCAI's Large Community Association of the Year Award!

Our President, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of Executive Mindset for the month of August. Budget season is right around the corner, let the preparations begin! #CardinalCulture#WinningTeam#CommunityAssociation#HOA#condo#communityleaders

EV Charging Stations are all the rage! Fairfax County offers grants to community associations and we manage one of them!

Cardinal Management Group announces the promotion of Ms. Ashley Gonzalez, CMCA®, AMS®, from portfolio manager to Director of Education & Training.

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of March, celebrating our 25th anniversary for our Naples, FL office and the opening of our new Fredericksburg office. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of March, dedicated to Women's History Month. Visit us online at www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of January, announcing the integration with our Florida office to provide enhanced services. Visit us online at www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of December, focusing on 2023 accomplishments and end of year tasks currently underway. Visit us online at www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of November, focusing on strategic planning for community associations. Visit us online at www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of October, focusing on volunteerism and recruiting volunteers. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

In the September 2023 edition of Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute (WMCCAI) Quorum Magazine, Monica Burdock with Cardinal Management Group, LLC shares the importance of creating a preventative maintenance schedule. Read more here: https://www.quorum-digital.com/cawm/0923_september_2023/MobilePagedReplica.action?pm=2&folio=16#pg16 #CommunityAssociationManagement #communityassociation #cardinalculture #hoa #condominium #WinningTeam

In the June 2023 edition of Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute's Quorum Magazine, Victoria Garner, CMCA, AMS, PCAM with Cardinal Management Group, Inc. shares what every manager wishes they could tell you. #communityassociationmanagement#communityassociations#cardinalculture

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset for the month of September, focusing on strategic planning for community associations. #CardinalCulture #WinningTeam #CommunityAssociation #HOA #condo #communityleaders

Our CEO, Tom Mazzei provides another edition of CEO Mindset and advocates for the participation in the Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute (WMCCAI) Potomac Watershed Cleanup. Remember to participate in the cleanup on April 22nd.#WMCCAI, #CardinalCulture, #EarthDay

“Small jobs that cost only a few hundred dollars should not be put up for multiple bids; some contractors would not justify the expense of preparing a bid for these types of jobs.” ~ Ronald Fenstermaker, CEO IMC Resort Services, Inc. Read his full article in Community Associations Institute HOA Resources.

Are you struggling to find community volunteers? Do you need help encouraging people to step up? Our very own Camilla Gaines provides great talking points in her article “The Importance of Volunteering in Your Community,” published in WMCCAI’s Quorum magazine. You can read the full article here.

There comes a time in every condominium association, homeowners’ association, and housing cooperative ("Community Association") when control transitions from the declarant, developer or builder ("Declarant") to the owners. When appropriate steps are taken by both Declarants and owners, the turnover of a Community Association should go smoothly. The key to a successful transition is getting off to an early start. Click here to read more from Ed O'Connell with Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP.

As soon as a community association transitions to a new management company or new board member(s), it is quite common to hear that "three insurance bids" are needed for their upcoming renewal. While this sounds like a reasonable expectation for services such as painting, trash pick-up, and landscaping services, it is not the best way to approach the renewal of an association’s insurance program. Click here to read more from Jessica Knusten with USI: https://bit.ly/3MQ6rov

In celebration of the 150th anniversary of City of Manassas, VA - Government founding, the city will be burying a time capsule on April 1, 2023 not to be opened for another 50 years. Citizens had an opportunity to submit materials to be placed in the time capsule. We congratulate Bristoe Station for their winning entry! Our team at Cardinal Management was in the community, helping Association volunteers collect signatures, photos and video footage of the community to include in the time capsule.

Cardinal Management Group, Inc. provides commercial management services. For that reason, we promote education and training through the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) for our commercial professionals to service our clients. The ACoM designation teaches the fundamentals of commercial property management, property budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis concepts. Kimberly joins the growing number of ACoM designated professionals in the commercial real estate industry and we are proud to have her on our team!

We closed out Women's History Month with another woman in Cardinal's History, Victoria Garner, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, Executive Vice President of Cardinal Management Group, INC.‍

Cardinal Management celebrated Women's History Month with women in Cardinal's History, and started with Vanessa Zambrana, Onsite Manager at Cardinal Forest.

As part of the CINC Transition for our Virginia and Maryland Associations, we’d like to introduce Cardinal Management Group’s homeowner mobile app, which can be found in the Apple Store and Google Play stores.

Installing a video doorbell seems simple enough doesn’t it? No big deal! However, from a board member, community manager and association attorney perspective, that simple video doorbell is much more complicated. Check out this article written by our very own Victoria Garner on all the things to consider and how to proactively adopt policy resolution to govern these seemingly harmless devices.

Our Director of HR, James Moye, has a great article in this month’s Quorum magazine on HR’s perspective on the workplace environment, how it's changed and how we move forward in this new normal. Give it a read, it’s worth your time and you’ll get a better sense of what Cardinal’s plans are going into 2022 and beyond.

Cardinal Management is participating this holiday season in the Salvation Army's Angel Tree program. Find out how you can particpate too!

Spring is here and now is the time to make sure your lawn is has that great curb appeal. Check out this Spring Lawn and Yard Care Checklist to spruce up your communities this season. Written by our COO Don Mazzei.

During this pandemic many of us are teleworking, which comes with its challenges. Cardinal’s Candace Lewis shares guidance on how to be properly equipped to work from home successfully.

As 2020 comes to a close our CEO, Tom Mazzei, shares his thoughts on this challenging year.

Learn more on managing community finances and expectations

Congratulations to Candace Lewis, WMCCAI's 2020 Recruitment Contest Winner!

Get to know our owner and COO Don Mazzei. He talks about his vision and inspiration for starting the company, what sets Cardinal apart from the competition, some of the more memorial moments in his career at Cardinal and more.

We are so excited to announce that our partnership with Burke Village, an amenity-rich townhome community in Burke, VA, has grown to a full-service management relationship, effective July 1, 2019.

As the summer wanes and we inch closer to fall, our team has been busy as ever as we welcome new clients into our family and continue working closely with our ever-expanding portfolio of HOAs and community associations. And we’re proud to announce that we were able to welcome four new clients in August alone.