Greater R.I. Chapter 88 gives back to members with scholarship fundraiser

On September 11, The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Greater RI Chapter 88 held its annual scholarship fundraiser at Iron Works Tavern. Over 40 property managers and service vendors were in attendance at this informal and fun networking event. Because of this event and other fundraising initiatives, IREM Greater R.I. Chapter 88 has been able to provide scholarship assistance to several of its members in 2013. Once the scholarship recipients complete the necessary educational and other requirements, they will be awarded a coveted IREM professional designation. At membership meetings prior to the end of this year, IREM expects to award over a dozen professional property managers with a well earned credential. IREM offers a variety of membership types for professionals of every experience level, from on-site managers to high-level executives. The credentials, earned by meeting high standards of education, experience, and ethical business practices, include: Certified Property Manager (CPM), Accredited Residential Manager (ARM), Accredited Commercial Manager (ACoM), or Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Greater Rhode Island Chapter 88 is one of the organization's 80 chapters nationwide. The chapter contains 200+ members and more information can be found about its activities at www.iremri.org. IREM is an international community of real estate managers dedicated to ethical business practices, maximizing the value of investment real estate, and promoting superior management through education and information sharing. An affiliate of the National Association of Realtors, IREM is the home for all industry professionals connected to real estate management - and the only organization serving both the multifamily and commercial sectors. Since 1933, IREM has set the standard for best practices in real estate management. Today, IREM membership includes nearly 18,000 individuals and 550 corporate members.