Recruiting HOA Board Members
- Oshadhi Herman
- Mar 14
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 18
HOAs often struggle to find enough candidates for board elections. Property managers and board members work hard to get homeowners involved, but many hesitate to step up. When there aren’t enough nominees, associations risk losing quorum, leading to costly, time-consuming special elections—something no community wants.
Technology is changing the game. Online voting and nomination portals make it easier to recruit candidates and run elections smoothly. With just a few clicks, homeowners can step forward and participate.
How Nomination Portals Help
Encouraging homeowners to run for the board is often the hardest part of an election. A nomination portal makes the process seamless.
Homeowners receive an email or text with a direct link to a user-friendly portal. They can submit their candidacy digitally—no paperwork, no hassle. The process is quick, easy, and accessible to everyone.
But these portals do more than collect names. Candidates can create profiles with bios, photos, and even short video introductions. This helps homeowners learn about the nominees before voting. It also builds trust and transparency, making elections feel more meaningful.
Why People Don’t Run for the Board
Many homeowners don’t realize they’re eligible to run for the board. Others assume it’s a complicated or time-consuming commitment.
Nomination portals change this by increasing awareness. Homeowners receive clear, timely notifications about open positions. Some associations take it a step further by including a simple breakdown of board responsibilities. When expectations are clear, more people feel confident about stepping up.
Seeing other candidate profiles can also encourage participation. When the process is easy to understand and navigate, more homeowners are willing to get involved.
How Online Voting Helps
Once nominations close, online voting ensures a smooth and stress-free election process. Traditional voting—paper ballots, mail-in votes, or in-person meetings—often results in low turnout. Online voting eliminates these obstacles, allowing homeowners to vote from any device, anywhere, at any time.
Better Participation, Better Leadership
By combining online voting with nomination portals, HOAs can simplify elections and boost engagement. A straightforward process leads to:
More qualified candidates – Homeowners who may not have considered running can easily step forward.
Higher voter turnout – People are more likely to vote when the process is simple and convenient.
Stronger community leadership – Boards are filled with engaged, motivated members who genuinely care about their community.
