In August 2024, we held a webinar with David Lin from Strata Business Brokers that focused on the importance of understanding the value of your strata management company, regardless of whether an immediate sale is planned. Understanding your company's real value is a critical factor in making informed strategic decisions.
Lin emphasised that valuing your business can inform crucial decisions such as:
Lobbying, a term often associated with government and large corporations, is a powerful tool that can be effectively utilised within strata communities. Understanding how to lobby in a strata community is essential for individuals and groups seeking to influence decision-making and achieve desired outcomes. We explore the topic of lobbying in a strata community with Chris Irons from Strata Solve in a recent webinar.
In a webinar on how technology can improve building management held on 26 September 2024, Jake Sharp from MiMOR and Laura Toplis from Cadogan Facilities Management joined us to discuss the building manager's role and how they are tasked with juggling numerous responsibilities in today's fast-paced world. From maintenance coordination to resident communication, their role is crucial in ensuring a smooth-running building. Fortunately, technology has emerged as a powerful tool to streamline these operations and enhance overall building management.
The recent webinar hosted by LookUpStrata on fair strata management fees in Australia successfully initiated a lively and thought-provoking discussion, attracting over 1100 registrations and, at one point of the session, a live audience of over 570 attendees. The webinar was moderated by Nikki Jovicic, the managing director of LookUpStrata and Tower Body Corporate, and included a panel of six industry professionals offering diverse perspectives:
Strata communities face ongoing challenges in maintaining their buildings and managing costs effectively. A recent webinar by LookUpStrata, featuring strata leaders Paul Morton from Lannock Strata Finance, Michael Allen from Bugden Allen Group Legal and Bruce McKenzie from Sedgwick highlighted the critical role of proactive maintenance in prolonging building life and reducing long-term expenses.
Last week's session on strata bylaw breaches and bylaw enforcement in Western Australia, presented by Luke Downie from Realmark Strata, offered valuable insights for both strata managers and residents. The discussion focused on how fostering a strong sense of community can significantly reduce these bylaw infractions, ultimately leading to smoother enforcement process.
Todd Garsden, Mahoneys and Will Marquand, Tower Body Corporate joined us for a webinar on the 11 July, 2024 about the importance of owner motions in a Queensland body corporate. The ability to submit motions is a crucial right for lot owners in a body corporate scheme. It allows owners to actively participate in shaping the decisions that impact their living environment and investment. This goes beyond simply attending meetings. Motions are a powerful tool to bring specific issues to the table and propose solutions.
As our communities become increasingly diverse, body corporates in Queensland face growing challenges in ensuring their buildings are inclusive and provide disability access for all residents. A recent webinar highlighted the complex intersection of disability rights and body corporate legislation, offering valuable insights for strata managers, owners, and committee members. Brendan Pittman from Grace Lawyers and Will Marquand from Tower Body Corporate explored the legal framework and practical solutions for addressing disability access issues in Queensland.
A recent webinar held on 3 October, 2024 about strata effective communication strategies and apologies explored the complexities and nuances of apologising in the often-tense world of body corporate living. Chris Irons from Strata Solve and William Marquand from Tower Body Corporate explored in depth the psychology behind apologies, their potential benefits, and the circumstances where they might be most effective.
Body corporate meetings can often be a source of frustration, characterised by endless debates and decision-making stalemates. To address these challenges, a recent webinar, "The Hidden Traps in Decision Making," provides valuable tools and strategies for owners and strata managers. Led by Chris Irons from Strata Solve and William Marquand, General Manager at Tower Body Corporate, the session explores the fascinating psychology behind body corporate decision-making.