Episode 22: Mental Health & Wellness

September 8, 2026
Posted by: Marc Evangelista
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

In this episode, hosts Steve Tinnelly and Ramona Acosta sit down with Karen Kokowicz, owner of Coro Community Management & Consulting and founder of Happy Minds Network, to discuss mental health and wellness in community association management. The conversation focuses on recognizing burnout, managing workplace stress, establishing healthy boundaries, and creating a culture that supports employee well being.

KEY POINTS

• Recognizing signs and causes of burnout and compassion fatigue
• Managing emotional and mental fatigue in a demanding industry
• Creating healthy work life boundaries
• Building a workplace culture that prioritizes wellness and support
• Using wellness resources, technology, and peer support
• Developing healthy coping strategies and maintaining connection
• Supporting employee well being to improve focus, resilience, and performance

ABOUT OUR GUESTS

Karen Kokowicz, CCAM, is the President and Owner of Coro Community Management & Consulting, bringing nearly three decades of experience in community association management and consulting. Beginning her career as a portfolio manager and later serving as an onsite manager, Karen has held a variety of leadership roles throughout the industry. She holds the CCAM, CMCA, and PCAM designations and is the founder of Happy Minds Network, a peer-to-peer support organization focused on connecting community association managers and promoting professional and personal wellness within the industry.