IREM West-Central MD Chapter 92

News & Updates - Q3 2026

 
 

Message from The President


Chapter 92 Members, Industry Partners & Friends:


I hope everyone had a wonderful summer and had the opportunity to enjoy some well-deserved time with family and friends. It is hard to believe we are already heading into fall and the final few months of 2026!


We continued to provide opportunities for our members to learn, stay connected, and grow professionally. This quarter, we hosted our DC Property Manager Licensing Webinar, as well as the SMART Association Management Seminar. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make these educational opportunities a success. Continuing to provide relevant education and resources for our members remains an important part of what we do as a chapter.


In August, we were also excited to announce the proposed IREM Chapter 92 Slate of Officers and Directors for 2027. I am excited about the leadership ahead and grateful to everyone who has stepped forward to serve our chapter. The continued involvement of our members is what allows Chapter 92 to grow, bring new ideas forward, and remain such a strong professional community. See below article for a link to VOTE to approve the 2027 Slate of Officers. It is your duty as chapter members to vote, and it only takes 2 minutes of your time.


As summer comes to an end, I am especially looking forward to getting everyone back together for some of our favorite Chapter 92 events. We kick things off on September 10th with our Annual Maryland Crab Feast at May’s Restaurant in Frederick. This is always such a fun event and a great opportunity to reconnect after the summer. As part of our Crab Feast, we are partnering with Heartly House for our donation drive. I encourage everyone attending to please bring an item from the donation wish list that you will find in the Community Action corner of this e-newsletter. Giving back to the communities we serve has been an important focus for us throughout the year, and I am proud that we continue to find ways to make community service part of the Chapter 92 experience.


Following the Crab Feast, we will come together again for our 23rd Annual IREM Chapter 92 Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, September 18th at Bretton Woods Golf Course. This is always one of our most anticipated events of the year, bringing together our Members, Industry Partners, Colleagues, and Friends for a great day of golf, networking, and fun. I hope to see many of you there!


We also have plenty to look forward to as we close out the year. Our November Dinner Meeting will be held on November 12th at Pinstripes at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda, followed by our Regional Holiday Happy Hour held with IREM 8 and IREM 77 on December 8th at Clyde's of Gallery Place. I encourage everyone to continue checking the Chapter 92 website for registration information and updates on all our upcoming events.

 

As always, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to our Board of Directors, Committee Chairs, Industry Partners, Sponsors, Volunteers, and Members who continue to give their time, energy, and support to Chapter 92. Whether you attend an event, volunteer in the community, participate in one of our educational programs, or simply help spread the word about what our chapter has to offer, your involvement makes a difference.


I hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing Labor Day weekend. I am looking forward to seeing many of you at Crab Feast this Thursday, and throughout the fall as we reconnect, continue building relationships, and finish 2026 strong together!


Member Referral Program 2026 - "Join Our Mix in 2026!"

Help us grow our IREM network through the IREM 92 Member Referral Program. When you refer a property management professional to join IREM HQ and our local chapter between now and October 2026, you'll get to pick your prize - from IREM swag to event tickets, gift cards, or course credits. Plus, the more members you refer, the more prizes you earn! The top three referrers will be recognized at our November 2026 Awards Night. Let's work together to expand our community and strengthen the value of IREM 92.

IREM has so many resources and tools available for members. Please make sure you are checking our websites frequently for updates. As always, please reach out to myself or our chapter office if we can be of assistance to you.


IREM Headquarters: irem.org

Your Local Chapter: irem92.org


Thank you for being part of IREM Chapter 92 and for continuing to make our chapter such a special community.


Kimberly Villarreal, CPM, ARM

2026 President, IREM West-Central MD Chapter 92

IREM 92 Strategic Plan - Click Picture to Learn More

 
IREM's Commitment to Diversity

It’s our recognition that everyone in the real estate management profession has a voice and there is a need to honor the diversity of our community. It’s our promise to provide value that makes a difference in the lives of all stakeholders.


Our vision is a commitment to fostering a welcoming environment that continues to embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity. We will be better tomorrow than we are today.


LEARN MORE!

Time to Vote for The IREM 92 2027 Board of Officers & Directors


Voting in Chapter Officer Elections is an essential duty of your chapter membership and we thank you in advance for submitting your electronic vote. We request that all chapter members submit their vote only once in order to be counted by midnight on September 23, 2026.


CLICK HERE TO VOTE NOW

2026 Chapter Event Dates

Check out the EVENTS Section of our Chapter Website

for more information and registration links for upcoming events.

  • Thursday, September 10th 5:30PM - 8:30PM
  • IREM 92 September Meeting & Crab Feast
  • May's Restaurant Frederick, MD
  • More Information & Register


  • Friday, September 18th 7:15AM - 4:30PM
  • IREM 92 Annual Charity Golf Tournament
  • Bretton Woods
  • More Information


  • Thursday, November 12th 5:30PM - 8:30PM
  • IREM 92 November Dinner Meeting & Awards Night
  • Pinstripes Ballroom Pike & Rose
  • Save The Date


  • Tuesday, December 8th 5:00PM - 7:30PM
  • IREM 8, 77 & 92 Regional Holiday Happy Hour
  • Clyde's of Gallery Place
  • Save The Date
 

UPCOMING EVENT - REGISTER NOW:

Save 50% on IREM Associate Membership Application!

 

Are you under 35? Or have a colleague at your company who qualifies and should join IREM? Take advantage of IREM's Early Career Associate application program, which lowers your application fee by 50%. Simply add your birthdate in the online application, and the discount will be automatically applied. IREM is piloting this program to support our early career property managers.

 

Take your career to the next level here!

Volunteer with IREM:

If you are interested in serving on a committee in 2027, please complete the Member Participation Form

IREM Leadership Forum

November 15-18, 2026

Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk


Join IREM in Chicago for the second annual IREM Leadership Forum! Get connected with IREM Leaders from around the globe.


Check out Full Details Here!

IREM 92 Awards Night is November 12, 2026


Nominate a Deserving Chapter Member or Industry Partner.

YES... you can nominate yourself!


Click Here to Email Your Nomination(s) by 10.26.26

23rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Supporting The Maryland Food Bank

Title Sponsor: O'Connor Plumbing

Friday, September 18, 2026

Bretton Woods


The Best "Fri-Yay" of the Year is just around the corner! We have the most fun Industry Outing and we are looking forward to hitting the greens with the SOLD OUT crowd on September 18th!


Click Here to see our current list of confirmed sponsors


Click Here for the Tournament Brochure with full details


Event Questions? jamie@irem92.org

Region 3 Education Sponsors

Region 3 Education

Courses & Seminars

We have virtual and in-person course offerings available to achieve your IREM certifications. We also offer seminars for your professional development. We can even set up Private Offering courses specifically for your company employees.


Check out the IREM Region 3 Education Website for full details on upcoming offerings and events.

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Community Action Corner:

Heartly House Donations

At our September Crab Feast, we will be supporting Heartly House. This organization supports survivors of domestic violence by providing safety, advocacy, education, and critical resources. It's mission is to empower individuals and families while working toward a community free from violence and abuse.


In support of Heartly House and the individuals and families it serves throughout Frederick County, we are asking you to please consider bringing a donation(s) from their needs list to the Crab Feast. Our Community Action Team will deliver the donations to Heartly House.


Click Here to Learn More About Heartly House


Click Here to make an Online Donation to support Heartly House

 

For more information, or to get involved with our Community Action Team, please contact:

Co-Chair - Peggy Hernandez, CPM

Co-Chair - Laura Morgan, CPM

Co-Chair - Anna Guzman

One of the most powerful resources we have available for our property management members is that of IREM West-Central MD Industry Partners. Always reach out to our Industry Partners first when you need a bid on a project!

Welcome to NEW Industry Partners who have joined in 2026

Click Here - Apply NOW for the IREM 92

Rob Collins, CPM Emeritus Chapter Service Scholarship


Hurry: Applications are due 10/26/26

Winners will be announced during the November Dinner Meeting & Awards Night that will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026

Scholarships Available for Certification-Seekers

CLICK HERE to Learn More & Apply Today!

IREM West-Central MD

Jean Collins, Executive Director

jcollins@irem8.org

Jamie Carr, Association Executive

jamie@irem92.org

301.874.8425

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