Networking opportunities in the industry and commmunity

By Nunzio Del Greco, RCE Networking continues to be an essential tool to expand your business and cultivate new contacts especially in this market and economy. Regardless of the type of business, informed professionals realize the importance of networking. BMAR events are well known throughout the New York metro region and are well attended. The next major event is our 75th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing is scheduled for Monday, June 21 at the exclusive Metropolis Country Club, White Plains. Over 300 members and guests servicing the real estate industry and business community will be attending the outing. Participating in the Golf & Tennis Outing is an excellent opportunity to renew old friendships or establish new contacts for more business. You do not have to be a golf pro or tennis pro to take advantage of this excellent networking event. Two Awards will be presented to Stephen Wolinetz Outstanding Realtor Member and Bruce Azus Outstanding Affiliate Member during the evening program. There are many activities during the day including three types of programs. The three programs are: golf, tennis or dinner. The golf program includes: green fees, golf carts, tipping of caddie, tournament, refreshments on the course, brunch, networking cocktail hour, charity auction of sports memorabilia, dinner, prizes and much more. The tennis program includes: tournament, court charges, refreshments, brunch, networking cocktail hour, charity auction of sports memorabilia, dinner, prizes and much more. The dinner program includes: access to networking cocktail hour, charity auction of sports memorabilia, dinner, prizes and much more. A souvenir journal is also available for companies who want to advertise to promote their services. Advertising space ranges from a full page 8 ½ x 11 to smaller sizes at reduced rates. Prime space is also available. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for additional special recognition. For reservations, advertising, sponsorship or more information contact Janine Schall at (212) 242-4343; (718) 892-3000 or email: [email protected]. Membership in BMAR is an investment for your business in 2010. Companies benefit as members to generate more business including referral business from the hundreds of companies throughout the New York metro region that are active members of BMAR. Companies do not need an office in Manhattan or the Bronx to be active members of the association. Even one business referral or new business contact more than pays for the annual membership dues. The value of the business relationships cultivated through BMAR membership is priceless. Membership is even more important in this economy and market. Founded in 1924, BMAR is the local chapter for the New York State Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors, Inc. BMAR has a rich history with an extraordinary culture of inclusiveness, camaraderie, successful and dynamic business professionals. This fact is very evident since many of our members are 3rd or 4th generation of active companies in the organization. BMAR membership is broad based and includes both the real estate industry and the business community professionals such as: licensed real estate brokers and agents; multi-dwelling property owners; building service vendors and suppliers; unlicensed property managers; attorneys; appraisers; banks; mortgage companies; fuel service and energy companies; title and abstract companies; insurance companies and insurance brokers; contractors and other companies servicing the real estate industry and business community. For information on membership or MLS, contact Grace Rivera at (212) 242-4343; (718) 892-3000 or email: [email protected]. Nunzio Del Greco, RCE is the CEO of the Bronx-Manhattan North Association of Realtors, Bronx, N.Y.