Association Reserves began preparing Reserve Studies in Florida in 1992 and has developed a unique understanding of the needs of community associations throughout the Southeast U.S. and the Sunshine State. Whether your association is an oceanfront high-rise, a townhome or single-family home development or a one-of-a-kind resort property, we have the resources and experience to help you plan for the future. We are proud members of the Community Association Institute and other industry organizations, and have developed a strong reputation among management companies, accounting and law firms and other industry professionals for our accurate, comprehensive and user-friendly Reserve Studies. For our efforts, we have been chosen as a Readers’ Choice Award winner by the Florida Community Association Journal each year from 2013 to 2022. Every Reserve Study we conduct incorporates our knowledge of local pricing and other regional factors, and satisfies both state requirements and National Reserve Study Standards. From the Keys to the Panhandle, we aim to be Florida’s first choice for Reserve Study services. Here we serve Florida, (FL), Louisiana (LA), Alabama (AL), Georgia (GA), Mississippi (MS), and the Caribbean Islands.
We offer a range of services to meet every budget and need. We focus on high quality and to exceed expectations with each Reserve Study and professional service.
| Level of Service | Site Visit | Measurements | Component List | Condition Assessment | Photographs | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve Study- Full | Yes | Yes | Created from Scratch | Yes | Yes | $$$ |
| Reserve Study Update- With Site Visit | Yes | No | Updated from Prior Report | Yes | Yes | $$ |
| Reserve Study Update- No Site Visit | No | No | Updated from Prior Report | Yes | No | $ |
| Do-it-Yourself Reserve Study Kit | No | No | Provided by Client | No | No | $499 |
Governments buildings & facilities at the federal, state, county and city levels as well as commercial or mixed use developments
Day camps, overnight camps, retreat centers, and properties owned and maintained by any charitable organization
Club or organization that owns and maintains property as well as private or public recreation centers
Will Simons, RS, EBP joined the Association Reserves team in 2008 after spending time in the insurance and commercial real estate fields. Will served as a Project Manager for three years before establishing our Florida office in 2011. He has since completed or overseen more than 3,000 Reserve Studies and earned the Community Associations Institute (CAI) designation of Reserve Specialist (RS #190). He is also a Florida-licensed Continuing Education Provider (#0005433) for Community Association Managers. Will’s experience includes all types of condominium and homeowners’ associations throughout the southeastern United States. His clients have ranged from modern, luxury high-rises to homeowners’ associations representing thousands of homes. Will has also provided Reserve Studies for many timeshare/fractional properties, resorts, schools, marinas, country clubs, historic properties, and commercial developments. A frequent author and speaker on the subject of Reserve planning, he also served as the Treasurer and Vice President of his own HOA for six years, representing a community of over 600 homes with a budget exceeding $1 million. Will holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. CAI Educated Business Partner
Joshua Hardin, RS, EBP joined the Association Reserves team in 2019. Joshua earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, after which he spent several years climbing the ranks in the manufacturing industry. Joshua has held multiple managerial roles in a Fortune 500 solutions-based company where he led process improvement, day-to-day operations, and customer satisfaction. He combines a technical mindset with thorough attention-to-detail and follow-through, focusing on client success as the first and final goal. Josh has earned the Reserve Specialist credential through CAI, and primarily services our clients in the Tri-County area of Florida and the Treasure Coast.
Jake Gibson, MBA joined the Association Reserves team in 2024 as Director of Operations. Jake earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration from the University of Louisville and Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Stony Brook University. He has extensive experience in facility management, project management, and property management in both the Real Estate and Sports & Entertainment industries. He has worked on Capital Projects with total value exceeding $230 Million in his career. Jake currently resides in Orlando, Florida and is working to earn his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI. His responsibilities will include management and innovation of internal tools and systems to ensure our studies are accurate, comprehensive, and consistent with the latest industry trends and knowledge.
Abe El-Masri, P. Eng, RS, EBP joined the Association Reserves team in 2017. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from University of Calgary, Canada. After working with the Department of National Defence (Canada) in the Construction Engineering division, Abe worked at a reputable engineering firm in Canada before relocating to south Florida. Prior to joining our team, Abe worked as a Project Engineer for a local construction firm. In that role, he took on numerous responsibilities including assisting senior engineers in the construction field, monitoring project schedules, production, cost estimation and value engineering, just to name a few. Abe earned the Community Associations Institute (CAI) designation of Reserve Specialist (RS #368) and is a designated P. Eng, the Canadian equivalent of a Professional Engineer. Abe primarily services our clients in the Tri-County area of Florida. 
Matthew Straley, RS, EBP joined the Association Reserves team as a Project Manager in 2019. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. Prior to joining our firm, Matt worked in construction, manufacturing, and technical sales. In his prior project management roles, Matt oversaw construction for stucco, EIFS, drywall, and framing projects. As a Sales and Manufacturing Engineer, Matt was instrumental in designing and developing positive rapport with customers through excellent communication and customer service. He brings an analytical mindset and an empathetic outlook into his work. Matt has earned the Reserve Specialist credential through CAI, and primarily services our clients in the Tri-County area of Florida and the Florida Keys.
Shawn Conover, EIT, EBP joined the Association Reserves team as a Project Manager in 2022. Shawn earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Civil Engineering and a Structural Engineering Minor from Trine University. While attending Trine University Shawn was the president of Trine’s student chapter of ITE (Institute of Transportation Engineers) for two years, and also played on the school’s baseball team. Shawn earned his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI in 2024 and primarily services our clients in the greater Tampa Bay-Orlando corridor and along the Gulf Coast.
Jacob Conley, EBP joined the Association Reserves team as a Project Manager in 2022. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Trine University and an Associate in Science degree from Black Hawk College. At Trine University, Jake was the treasurer for the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), as well as captain of the school’s baseball team. Prior to joining our firm, Jake worked in the construction field for general contractors. In his prior project engineering roles, Jake oversaw construction for large commercial projects. Jake earned his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI in 2024 and primarily services our clients in the greater Tampa Bay-Orlando corridor and along the Gulf Coast.
Justin Fales, EBP joined the Association Reserves team in 2022. A native of Naples, Florida (and an Eagle Scout), Justin earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from St. Ambrose University, after which he worked as the Operations Manager at Modern Woodmen Park. In this role, Justin managed, oversaw and coordinated all operations-related work on site, served as point of contact for all maintenance and repair work, and was responsible for ballpark safety and security. From his studies in engineering and experience in operations, Justin brings with him an analytical mindset and the discipline needed to bring the best results to the client. Justin earned his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI in 2024 and primarily services our clients in southwest Florida/southern Gulf Coast region.
Olivia Schiappa, EBP joined the Association Reserves team in 2022. Olivia earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, after which she worked in the aerospace manufacturing industry as a Production Engineer. In this role, Olivia worked under the production manager developing process time standards, leading continuous improvement projects, and engaging in all aspects of the production process. Through her experience, Olivia developed strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Olivia earned her Reserve Specialist credential through CAI in 2024 and primarily services our clients in the Tri-County areas of Florida.
Guillermo Estenoz joined the Association Reserves team in 2022. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida International University. After graduation, he began his career as a Building Envelope Consultant for an engineering consulting firm to make sure alterations and installations met the regulatory standards of safety, accessibility, sustainability, and design. Before joining our team, Guillermo worked as a Consultant and Senior Staff Engineer for the Discovery and Diagnostic Department. He was responsible for handling investigation and inspections of building structures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and discovering reasons for failure. Currently, he is pursuing his MBA degree at the University of Florida, ending July 2023. Guillermo earned his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI in 2024 and primarily services our clients in the Tri-County area.
Eric Scott, RS joined the Association Reserves team in 2024 as a Senior Project Manager. Eric earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management from the University of Florida. Before joining our team, Eric spent the last five years preparing reserve studies as a project manager for a consulting company. During his time, he completed studies for a wide range of properties including condo associations, timeshare VOAs, HOA communities, commercial real estate, and international properties. Eric earned his Reserve Specialist credential (RS #511) through the Community Association Institute (CAI) in 2024. Eric is native to Florida but recently moved to Georgia where he will primarily service clients in the Atlanta metro area and throughout Georgia, as well as north Florida.
Christopher Graupner, EBP joined the Association Reserve team in 2023 and now serves as a Project Manager. Originally from South Africa, Christopher earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida (UCF). He then continued to be a Mechanical Engineer for Valmet Inc. in Alabama for 4 years. He has worked on projects that cost over $15 million, designing and implementing various equipment and structures to ensure customers reached their goals. Christopher currently resides in Orlando, Florida where he primarily serves clients within the Central Florida Region and is currently working to earn his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI.
Chris Caverly joined the Association Reserves team as a Project Manager in 2024. As a lifelong Florida resident, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida. As a recent college graduate Chris is excited to start his career in a position where he can serve his community and learn from the best in the reserve study industry. From his studies in engineering, he brings excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills to everything he is involved in. Chris currently resides in Tampa, Florida where he primarily services clients in the greater Tampa Bay-Orlando corridor and along the Gulf Coast. He is currently working to earn his Reserve Specialist credential through CAI.
Fabricio Carvalho joined the Association Reserves team as a Project Manager in 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (BSEnvE) and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) from Florida International University. With a strong commitment to sustainable and innovative practices, Fabricio focuses on delivering tailored Reserve Studies that balance community needs and long-term planning.
Prior to joining Association Reserves, Fabricio specialized in transportation design and project management, where he honed his ability to blend technical knowledge with real-world applications. His collaborative approach and attention to detail ensure accurate, actionable results for his clients.
Fabricio is a dedicated professional who values teamwork and continuous improvement, both in his career and personal endeavors.
