DALLAS, May 31, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa, the industry's largest community management company, has identified movers and shakers from branch locations and created a unique leadership platform to prepare them for potential upper-level roles within the firm. The revolutionary program is called UP for Leaders and its inaugural class of 10 colleagues began the curriculum this month.

"Associa prides itself on its innovative training and development programs, and we feel that identifying and nurturing our leaders from within is a crucial step in preparing for the future and longevity of the company," says Vice President of Organization Development Todd Strosnider. "We've begun the program with 10 individuals from various Associa branches who have shown defined leadership skills and the desire to take on an advanced management role."

Associa's inaugural UP for Leaders class will be building leadership skills through special projects, assessments, and development plans. Those in the program were selected from branch offices in Tennessee, California, Florida, Virginia, Texas, Maryland and British Columbia.

Building and managing successful communities for more than 37 years, Associa is the worldwide leader in community management with over 10,000 employees operating more than 180 branch offices in the United States, Mexico, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa. Based in Dallas, Texas, our industry expertise, financial strength, and innovation meet the unique needs of clients across the world with customized services and solutions designed to help communities achieve their vision. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com or www.associacares.com.

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