The leadership board of IREM Chapter 51 would like to invite you to explore the many benefits of becoming a member or friend of IREM. IREM is the source for educational and professional recognition for real estate managers and management organizations. IREM is the nation's leader in providing training, information, research, analysis and practical advice for professionals managing all types of income producing real estate at all career levels. We invite you to attend our upcoming events and network with fellow industry professionals and learn how IREM can assist in your personal and professional growth. Please visit www.irem-ct.org for our full calendar of events, or contact Nichole Lahey at nlahey@gharonline.com. IREM Happenings: Connecticut: Wednesday, March 18th Chapter Meeting Topic: Utilities Panel-Group Purchasing Rates (Oil, Gas, Electric) Traditions Golf Club of Wallingford 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 15th Seminar Topic: Bed Bugs Seminar (Breakfast served) Traditions Golf Club of Wallingford Speaker: Donald Dodd, Terminex Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20th Golf Outing Golf Tournament Traditions Golf Club of Wallingford To register for any of our programs or to learn more about IREM Chapter 51 visit www.irem-ct.org. National: IREM Leadership and Legislative Summit April 18-22, 2009 JW Marriott Hotel, Washington, DC The Leadership and Legislative Summit isn't only a platform for imperative political action, but also a place where we can recognize and celebrate IREM's outstanding members and chapters. By being a part of the Leadership and Legislative Summit, the power of information is yours. To register for any of our programs or to learn more about IREM National visit www.irem.org. IREM Chapter 51 announces new Friends Program: The board of IREM Chapter 51 is pleased to announce the new Friends Program designed to give our vendor partners an opportunity to maximize their investment and gain opportunities to solidify their relationships with the members of IREM Chapter 51. Packages start at $295 and offer various levels of commitment. For additional information about the benefits of becoming a Friend of IREM you can contact Nancy Sadloski at Nancy@eastcoastconstructs.com or Martin Barletta at Mbarletta@rentfurniture.com. You can visit the IREM Chapter 51 website at www.irem-ct.org and select friends for additional details. IREM Chapter 51 Education Opportunities: IREM Chapter 51 will be offering 6 educational programs for 2009. To register and for additional details please visit www.irem-ct.org. Education Course May 12, 2009 Marketing and Leasing Multifamily Properties (MKL405) 6 CE Elective Credits Each for Connecticut Real Estate Licensees May 14, 2009 Human Resource Essentials for Real Estate Managers (HRS402) 6 CE Elective Credits Each for Connecticut Real Estate Licensees June 17, 2009 Ethics for the Real Estate Manager (ETH800) June 17, 2009 Ethics Course ETH800 September 16, 2009 NEW! Fair Housing and Beyond This course satisfies the Spectrum Seminars Continuing Education Requirements for C3P and higher Designation Renewal October 26, 2009 Invetment Real Estate Financial Valuation for CPM (ASM603, ASM604, ASM605) 6 CE Elective Credits Each for Connecticut Real Estate Licensees