Virginia Leadership Retreat is an annual education and networking event hosted by the Central Virginia, Metropolitan Washington, and Southwest Virginia chapters of CAI. VLR focuses on advanced education sessions for professionals who hold credentials such as CMCA, AMS, LSM, and PCAM in the community association industry.
What is the dress code?
Attire during the VLR is business casual. If you are arriving at The Omni Homestead Resort prior to the event or staying beyond the event and you plan to dine in one of their many fine dining or casual restaurants, please note that many accept casual dress, but some may require you to “dress appropriately.” This means that gentlemen may be expected to wear coat and tie. Please consult the resort when making your reservations for exact requirements in each of the resort’s restaurants.
What are my meals and dining options?
If your stay at the resort falls any time outside of the conference dates, you may want to dine at one of The Omni Homestead Resort’s many great restaurants. Please note that conference attendees and registered attendee guests will receive meal tickets (included and paid on the registration form) and will dine in designated areas during scheduled conference events. (Please see event registration form for registered attendee guest inclusions.)
If you will be dining at the resort other than during conference meals, please make reservations for dining. This will ensure that you will be able to dine at the restaurant and time of your choosing. Please contact The Omni Homestead Resort directly for reservations.
How do I learn about my golf team assignment?
For those of you registered to play in the golf tournament on Friday, please note that your team assignments will be sent to you directly (by email). A snack will be provided to you on the course during play.
What's the weather like in Hot Springs?
As most of us do not live near Hot Springs, it may be that the weather is very different there than where we live. Please be certain to check the weather and dress appropriately. You will want to bring swimsuits for the enticing aquatic facilities and hot springs, long pants and leather shoes if you plan on horseback riding, comfortable shoes for hiking, your business casual clothes for conference fun and education.
Should I bring business cards?
Please remember that this event is about education and networking. We are providing an opportunity for you to mingle with some of the best industry professionals. With this in mind, please do not forget to bring business cards so that you can keep in touch with those you meet!
I'm bringing my family. Is there anything for my children to do?
For those bringing guests or family to the Virginia Leadership Retreat, there will be fun activities for them while you are in class. Please click here to learn more. VLR events are planned for adult guests only, except where noted on the schedule.
What else do I need to know?
Most importantly . . . remember to arrive at this event with an open mind, ready to learn and have a wonderful time with others who also dedicate themselves to the Community Association industry. In other words . . . let’s not forget to have a little fun!
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Still have questions? Email the VLR Committee at vlr@caidc.org.
Virginia Leadership Retreat is a joint planned event between the Central VA, Metropolitan Washington, and Southwest Virginia Chapters of Community Associations Institute. Washington Metropolitan serves as the host chapter for 2023. Questions about VLR can be directed to vlr@caidc.org.