How to Write a Strong Condo Board Nomination Statement
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Thinking about running for your HOA or condo board? Your nomination statement matters more than you think.
It’s your opportunity to show owners that you understand the responsibility of board service.
So how do you write a statement that truly stands out?
We reviewed real candidate statements submitted through our voting platform and created a practical guide to help you write a strong one.
What You May Be Required to Submit
Before preparing your materials, review your association’s bylaws, nomination procedures, and applicable statutes. Most associations require:
A written nomination statement (typically 150–300 words)
A director disclosure form (if required by law)
A résumé or summary of qualifications
Confirmation of required director education or certification (where applicable)
Many associations distribute both the candidate statement and résumé as part of the election package. The statement provides a concise overview of your candidacy, while the résumé offers supporting detail.
Make sure all submitted materials are accurate and aligned with the responsibilities of a director.
1. Begin With Your Connection to the Community
Start by explaining how long you have lived in the community, whether you currently serve on the board, and why you are seeking election.
Examples:
“I have been an owner in the association for five years and am seeking election to support long-term financial planning and capital maintenance.”
“I have served on the board since 2025 and have worked to strengthen budgeting practices and improve communication with owners.”
“As a newer owner, I believe recently purchased units should have a voice on the board and bring valuable perspectives on evolving community needs.”
Keep this section simple. Avoid lengthy personal background that does not relate to board service.
2. Show How Your Experience Fits the Role
Board service often includes reviewing budgets, planning for reserves, evaluating vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with governing documents.
Your professional experience is most effective when it clearly supports these duties.
For example:
“With a background in finance, I have experience in budgeting and long-term financial planning.”
“I bring over five years of property management experience, including governance, budgeting, and maintenance planning.”
“After 26 years operating an HVAC business and managing high-rise projects, I understand building systems and infrastructure oversight.”
Rather than listing your entire career history, focus on the experience that strengthens your ability to serve on the board.
3. Show You Understand the Responsibility
Board members have a legal obligation to act in the best interest of the entire association. Your statement should reflect that you understand this responsibility.
For example:
“I have completed the required director education and understand the statutory responsibilities and fiduciary duties of board service.”
Even a brief acknowledgment of fiduciary responsibility shows preparation and professionalism.
4. Focus on Priorities That Benefit the Entire Community
Strong nomination statements identify goals that serve the association as a whole. Common priorities include:
Financial stability
Maintaining reasonable assessments or fees
Protecting property values
Improving communication between the board and owners
Long-term reserve and budget planning
Enhancing quality of life within the community
Example:
“My goal is to keep our building financially sound while maintaining and improving the common areas for the benefit of all owners.”
If you have achieved results, be specific:
“I led an initiative to install fiber optics at no cost to owners and worked with contractors to move a delayed project forward.”
Clear priorities help owners understand what you stand for.
5. Show You’re Ready to Work With Fellow Directors and Owners
Board service requires collaboration, thoughtful discussion, and sound judgment.
Directors must work with one another, listen to owners, and make decisions that reflect the interests of the entire community.
You might write:
“I believe in listening to owners’ concerns and working collaboratively with fellow directors.”
“I am committed to bringing owners’ concerns to the board and acting in the best interest of the entire community.”
“I am motivated to contribute my time and experience to support effective governance.”
What to Avoid in Your Statement
The strongest nomination statements stay focused on what board service is really about — governance, oversight, and responsibility to the whole community.
Here are a few things that can weaken your statement:
Overly detailed career biographies
Extensive professional history unrelated to association governance can dilute your message.
Personal details unrelated to board service
Family background and hobbies are usually not relevant to governance qualifications.
Broad promises without clear priorities
General statements of commitment should be supported by specific goals or relevant experience.
Unit-specific concerns
Board members must act in the interest of the entire association, not individual units.
The Bottom Line
Now that you know what makes a strong nomination statement, here is a simple blueprint you can follow. Strong nomination statements usually include:
Your connection to the community
Relevant professional experience
Recognition of fiduciary responsibility
Clear governance priorities
A respectful request for support
When you cover these points, owners can quickly understand who you are, what you bring to the board, and why you’re running.
Sample Board Nomination Statement:
Community connection → I have been an owner in our association for six years and am seeking election to the Board of Directors. Relevant experience → Professionally, I work in financial management and contract oversight, which has given me strong experience reviewing budgets, monitoring expenses, and working with vendors.
Legal responsibility → I understand the fiduciary duty that comes with board service and the responsibility to act in the best interest of the association and all unit owners. Clear priorities → If elected, my focus will be on strong financial oversight, responsible spending, and long-term reserve and budget planning to support the stability of our community.
Respectful close → I would sincerely appreciate your consideration and support.
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