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THE TIME WILL COME…
By
Rafael Aquino
Published May 13, 2020
Over the
past few weeks, most of us have learned how privileged we are
because of the technological advancements we have today compared to
other generations. Can you imagine what this pandemic would have
looked like in the 80s,70s, or 60s without such communication
advancements?
Luckily,
these advancements in technology will create an environment that is
more efficient and productive, allowing the lives of both residents
and its board to be more productive. Like Eric, my team and I have
experienced that Board meetings are meant to conduct business and
move the associations business forward. No different than your
local council or city meeting. However, we can't lose sight of one
of the many reason’s associations are built, and that’s to create a
sense of community amongst its neighbors. I’m a firm believer that
if you apply the technological tools to make specific interactions
more straightforward and efficient, it will allow for more time to
focus on the bigger and better picture of its residents.
Now,
there is place and time to bring your community together; however,
it’s up to its leaders (Board, committees, and management) to
allocate the time for planning and execution. In my opinion, most
communities don’t do enough to bring its residents together. Those
associations that do host socials, welcoming parties, etc. do create
an environment of unity where real friendships are built amongst its
residents. In no way am I saying to host a social or party next
week, what I am saying is that once this blows over, which it
eventually will, it's up to the leaders of the association to help
create an environment where residents feel cared for and
appreciated.
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As the Co-Founder and CEO
of Affinity Management Services, Rafael P. Aquino leads his team to
redefine excellence. They serve community associations
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and effectively with
dedication and passion. Rafael’s energy and positive
spirit is the foundation of Affinity Management
Services’ company culture, which instills enthusiasm and
excitement when providing expert advice to its board
members and relieving the day-to-day burdens of running
a community association.
Since 2007, Rafael has
developed a work culture that values responsive and
high-quality services. He has led his team by following
a proactive vs reactive philosophy. The same approach
Rafael instills in the day to day operations of each
association. Today, Affinity Management Services
maintains its success and benefits as a result of the
foundation Rafael has built and continues to foster by
providing educational seminars, continuing education
classes for association managers and board members
alike.
Rafael and his team help condominium and homeowners’
associations save money and improve their communities.
His calm, personable, and service-oriented nature helps
him to establish strong relationships with ease. Rafael
is known as a sincere and honest leader who looks out
for the best interests of his clients and communities,
and he strongly advocates for their needs. His role
requires coordination and communication, as such he
takes logical and intelligent steps to approach
challenges head-on.
As a graduate of Florida International University’s
electrical engineering program and a licensed community
association manager, Rafael’s education and skills equip
him with unique insights to tackle complex problems
through critical thinking. He understands how each
component within a system works together in order to
effectively arrive at solutions, techniques, and
conclusions. Therefore, as he manages the multiple
challenges of running a community association management
company, he understands how each property is its own
unique system and tailors’ specific services to assure
that all their needs are met.
For more information about Rafael P. Aquino and Affinity
Management Services please visit
www.ManagedByAffinity.com or call 1-800-977-6279
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Doral Office: 8200 NW 41st ST
Suite 200
Doral, FL 33166
Broward Office: 150 S Pine Island RD Suite 300
Plantation, FL 33324
O: 800-977-6279 ● F: 305-325-4053
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