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5 days ago
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Associa Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
DALLAS, Texas, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining financial performance and governance. Designees drove their businesses forward while remaining dedicated to their people and focusing on their customers. Advanced technology including AI took a center role for most of these companies, to create efficiencies and enhance the quality of products and experiences. 'We're honored to be recognized as a US Best Managed Company,' said John Carona, Chairman and CEO of Associa. 'This award reflects our team's commitment to innovation, strong leadership, and putting people first in everything we do.' Applicants are evaluated and selected by a panel of external judges focused on assessing hallmarks of excellence in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture and governance/financial performance. They join a global ecosystem of honorees from more than 44 countries recognized by the Best Managed Companies program. About the Best Managed Companies ProgramThe Best Managed Companies program is a mark of excellence for private companies. U.S. designees have revenues of at least $250 million. Hundreds of private companies around the world have competed for this designation in their respective countries through a rigorous and independent process that evaluates four key criteria in their management skills and practices — strategy, execution, culture and governance/financials. U.S. program sponsors are Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit About AssociaWith more than 300 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for more than 7.5 million residents worldwide. Our 15,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 45 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit Media Contact:Tiffany MershaeAssocia Public Relationstmershae@ *Please see for a detailed description of their legal structure. CONTACT: Tiffany Mershae Associa 972-661-4429 TMershae@ in to access your portfolio
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ex-model testifying that Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted her questioned about private journal
NEW YORK — A former teen fashion model testifying in Harvey Weinstein 's retrial on sexual assault charges was confronted on the stand Tuesday with a private journal where defense attorneys say she wrote about people who sexually abused her. As one of Weinstein's lawyers began to question her about the handwritten journal, Kaja Sokola protested that it shouldn't be discussed in open court as she'd written it as part of a substance abuse treatment program years ago. 'This is very inappropriate,' she pleaded as the attorney began to cite portions of the text, which they say was originally written in Polish in 2015. 'Please don't read that. This is my personal things. I'm not on trial here.' Judge Curtis Farber dismissed the jury for a lunch break as Sokola began to get emotional. He assured her later that he would allow the jury to hear limited questioning around the document. The judge also said he had concerns about the journal's completeness and authenticity, wondering how defense lawyers had obtained what appears to be private medical records. 'This might backfire tremendously' for the defense, Farber said at one point, as prosecutors also strongly opposed inclusion of the journal as evidence in the trial. 'That's the risk they're willing to take.' Sokola, who is now a 39-year-old psychotherapist, continued to push back. Her testimony was expected to resume Tuesday afternoon after a lunch break. 'This is unethical,' she insisted to the judge. 'I would never do this to my patient, and I would never do this to myself.' Michael Cibella, one of Weinstein's lawyers, told Farber that the defense team intends to question Sokola on a part of the journal where she describes at least five sexual assaults she's suffered over her life. Weinstein, they say, is not among those she named, though he does appear elsewhere in the journal. They say she references her frustration and disappointment after a 'Harvey W' had led her along, 'promising me help' but 'nothing came out of it.' Sokola testified last week that Weinstein exploited her dreams of an acting career to subject her to unwanted sexual advances, starting days after they met in 2002, while she was a 16-year-old on a modeling trip to New York. Some of those allegations are beyond the legal time limit for criminal charges, but Weinstein faces a criminal sex act charge over Sokola's claim that he forced oral sex on her in 2006. Prosecutors added the charge to the landmark #MeToo case last year, after an appeals court overturned Weinstein's 2020 conviction. The guilty verdict pertained to allegations from two other women, who also have testified or are expected to testify at the retrial. Weinstein, 73, has pleaded not guilty and denies ever sexually assaulting anyone. His lawyers, in their cross-examination of Sokola that began Friday, have sought to raise doubts about her allegations, portraying her as a wannabe actor who tried to leverage her consensual relations with the former studio boss. The Associated Press generally does not name people who allege they have been sexually assaulted, but Sokola has given her permission to be identified. Follow Philip Marcelo at
Associated Press
28-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Associa Appoints John Reichart as Regional Vice President for the Northeast Region
DALLAS, Texas, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa, the community management industry's largest company, proudly announces the appointment of John Reichart as Regional Vice President for its Northeast region. In this role, Reichart will oversee operations across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York state. Reichart brings more than 24 years of leadership experience in real estate and community association management, along with a strong background in public service and legislative advocacy. His career includes executive roles at top-tier property management firms, including Towne & Country Management and FirstService Residential, where he led operations for high-rise communities across New Jersey. He also spent over a decade at Silverman, a Jersey City-based real estate development firm, serving as Director of Operations and Broker of Record. Beyond his operational expertise, Reichart has held key roles in local governance and industry advocacy. He served as President of the Historic Downtown Jersey City Special Improvement District and was an elected member and Vice President of the Jersey City Board of Education. He currently serves on the Legislative Committees of both the New Jersey Apartment Association (NJAA) and Community Associations Institute – New Jersey Chapter (CAI-NJ) and is the co-founder and former chair of the Jersey City Apartment Owners Association (JCAOA). Earlier in his career, he served over two decades in law enforcement, retiring as a Sergeant with the NJ Transit Police. He holds a New Jersey Real Estate Broker's License and remains an active leader in the real estate community. 'I'm proud to join Associa as Regional Vice President for the Northeast,' said Reichart. 'This is a great opportunity to work alongside strong leadership across the region, supporting teams, improving operations, and driving performance. Associa's mission to deliver meaningful value and positive impact to every community resonates with me, and I'm grateful for the trust placed in me to help move that mission forward. I'm excited to build on our momentum and contribute to our continued success.' Associa's Senior Vice President for the Northeast-Central Region, Nancy S. Hastings, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, added: 'I am very much looking forward to his leadership in the region. His enthusiasm, care for customer experience, and ability to build dynamic teams will no doubt have a wonderful impact on our team and customers.' With Reichart's appointment, Associa strengthens its commitment to excellence in service, leadership, and community support across the Northeast region. About Associa With more than 300 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for more than 7.5 million residents worldwide. Our 15,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 45 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit Media Contact: Tiffany Mershae [email protected] (972) 661-4429 Attachment Tiffany Mershae Associa 972-661-4429 [email protected]
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Associa Announces Appointment of Michael Strait as Chief Sales & Operations Officer
DALLAS, Texas, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa, the nation's largest community management firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Strait as the new Chief Sales & Operations Officer. Michael brings a wealth of experience in driving growth and operational excellence, having demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic insights throughout his career. As a highly driven growth and operations leader, Michael has consistently delivered outstanding results across multiple sectors, including fiber-optic services, private equity-backed investments, and solar energy. His extensive background in scaling businesses, improving operational processes, and developing high-performing teams positions him to play a key role in enhancing Associa's operations and expanding its market presence. Michael's most recent role was as a member of the C-suite at Blue Stream Fiber, a private equity-backed $150M fiber-optic provider. There, he led commercial functions, drove 25-30% top and bottom-line growth year-over-year, and supported a successful recapitalization event. His leadership also played a pivotal role in centralizing the sales and marketing process across acquired businesses, achieving 25-40% YOY growth. "I am excited to join Associa and leverage my experience to help drive growth, operational efficiency, and success across the organization," said Michael Strait. "I look forward to working with the talented team here to build a best-in-class sales and operations framework that will enable us to better serve our clients and stakeholders." Before his work at Blue Stream Fiber, Michael held key positions at JCM Capital and TFS, where he successfully supported the development of utility-scale solar projects in Africa and led a company to a successful sale to a NYC-based private equity firm. "We are thrilled to welcome Michael to our leadership team," said John Carona, CEO and Founder of Associa. "His proven track record of driving growth and his expertise in sales and operations make him an ideal fit for our strategic objectives. We are confident that his leadership will help elevate our service offerings and position Associa for continued success." About Associa With more than 300 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for more than 7.5 million residents worldwide. Our 15,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 45 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit For Media Inquiries, please contact: Tiffany Mershae 972-661-4429tmershae@ CONTACT: Tiffany Mershae Associa 972-661-4429 TMershae@ in to access your portfolio
