Kristi Hirota-Schmidt Honored as One of PBN's 'Forty Under 40'

Selection as one of the "Forty Under 40" is no easy task. Candidates are judged based on community service, client and business recommendations and proof of substantial business growth in theState of Hawaii. Pacific Business News "Forty Under 40" is a prestigious acknowledgement of Ms. Hirota-Schmidt's reputation inHawaii business, her on going local business and community involvement and her strong industry leadership.

Ms. Hirota-Schmidt began her career in business sales and marketing at Certified Management in 2006 and as Vice President of Business Development is currently responsible for the companies sales and marketing initiatives throughout theState of Hawaii. Ms. Hirota-Schmidt's efforts have helped Certified Management become one of the top community management companies in theState of Hawaii with nearly 400 properties and over $250 million in funds under management. In addition, Ms. Hirota-Schmidt volunteers as a grief counselor at Kids Hurt Too, a peer and mentor support group for orphans, foster children and children of divorce.

"We are so proud of Kristi," said Certified Management CEO, Toni Floerke-Politsch. "She never stops impressing us with her skills and talents. This honor is a true acknowledgment of Kristi's hard work and dedication."

Certified Management has been providing community management services in theState of Hawaii since 1973. Certified Management maintains the coveted CAI designation Accredited Association Management Company(AAMC). AAMC designations are only provided to those management companies that exhibit exceptional educational and training programs as well as meet the high standards of CAI.

About Associa

As one of the first management companies to specialize in common interest communities, Associa is America's leading community association management and developer services company. With more than 100 offices across the nation and growing, Associa is the largest company inthe United States devoted exclusively to the management of community associations, representing thousands of communities coast to coast.

Associa's clients receive personal service from the local management staff while taking advantage of the strengths and resources of a national company. Associa's client programs such as insurance, websites and other communication channels help increase efficiencies and reduce association expenses. For more information, please visit www.associaonline.com and www.certifiedhawaii.com.

    Contact:
    Carolyn Cummins
    Senior Vice President, Public Relations
    Associa Corporate Headquarters
    Phone: (214) 953-3009, ext. 5530
    Fax: (214) 953-3198
    Email: ccummins@associaonline.com

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