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YPN is Energizing the Future of the Real Estate Industry!

Photo banner showing ECAR YPN volunteer groups and networking participants.

What is YPN?

The Young Professionals Network is a dynamic entry point for real estate professionals striving to become more successful in their careers and gain leadership experience. By providing this entry point, NAR is building a new, diverse generation of leaders, strengthening members’ affinity for the REALTOR® brand early in their career, and gaining a valuable perspective on generational shifts. YPN’s growth has been driven by REALTORS®. YPN has evolved from a REALTORS® Magazine offshoot to a determined, passionate, savvy group of members who use social media effectively and transparently and who are committed to strengthening the REALTOR® brand.

REALTOR® Association

YPN members attend REALTOR® conferences and pursue leadership roles with their local, state, and national association.

Real Estate Industry

YPN members stay informed about industry news and trends and take an active role in real estate policy discussions and advocacy.

Peers

Through in-person events, social media, and mentoring, YPN members seek to share their knowledge and learn from one another.

Community

YPN members demonstrate a high level of professionalism and volunteering for causes that spark their passion.

The ECAR Young Professionals Network is only available to members of the Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS®

To join the ECAR YPN Committee and/or to be added to the ECAR YPN Network List, please email marina@easternctrealtors.com.

Happening Now with YPN at ECAR

Flyer inviting ECAR YPN members to a Habitat for Humanity volunteer build day on February 6.
YPN’s Habitat for Humanity Build Day

02/06/24

Join our YPN on Tuesday, February 6th on their first 2024 Habitat for Humanity Build Day! For more information on how to register, click here!

ECAR YPN members wearing festive sweaters and posing together at an Ugly Sweater Party.
YPN Ugly Sweater Party

12/13/23

Congratulations to our YPN on a successful Toy Drive at Fat Tuna in Waterford! The donations raised help over 400 families in the area have an extra special holiday season.

ECAR YPN Habitat for Humanity volunteers posing together inside a home under construction.
YPN’s Habitat for Humanity Build Day

10/26/23

Our YPN participated in their 3rd Habitat Humanity Build Day of the year! They were able to put the finishing touches on a property! Thank you to Habitat for Humanity for hosting us and CorePlus FCU for lunch!

ECAR YPN trivia fundraiser participants presenting a donation check with collected school supplies.
YPN’s Trivia Fundraiser at Outer Light Brewery

08/22/23

YPN raised over $1,700 in donations and school supplies for the Moriarty Magnet School in Norwich while having fun at Trivia Night. Thank you to Outer Light Brewery for letting us use your space and donations!

Collage of ECAR YPN volunteers taking part in Habitat for Humanity group build days.
YPN’s Next Habitat for Humanity Group Build Day

7/21/23

Sign up to join the ECAR build crew:
– Go to www.habitatect.org/volunteer
– Click the VolunteerUP Button (upper right).
– Log-in and return to the calendar to select a day and project (07/21/2023 YPN Group Build) will appear under Project 2 Norwich on calendar.
– This will take you to a screen with information about the day. Choose an e-mail reminder, and then click “sign up”.
– You should see a page that says “sign up confirmation”. If you do not see “sign up confirmation”, fix the error indicated and click “sign up” again.

Presenter speaking into a microphone in front of a screen during a professional seminar.
ECAR REbar: Real Estate Breakouts and Roundtables

6/29/23

ECAR YPN’s REbar event on June 29, 2023 at La Grua Center in Stonington was a success! Special thanks to Randi Brandt, NAR YPN, for her inspirational advice on facing a changing, challenging market. Also thanks go out to, Alexa Kebalo Hughes, NAR YPN, and Quincy Clayton, ECAR Past President, for their insight and participation. This event was supported by the following sponsors:

  • Women’s Council of Realtors Eastern CT
  • Carol Balbuena, BR Insurance
  • Renovation Sells Southern New England
  • Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchant
Person using a laptop at a wooden table, illustrating financial literacy education.
Financial Literacy Event at Three Rivers

4/05/23

ECAR’s Young Professionals are out in the community making a difference every chance they get! ECAR YPN committee members visited Three Rivers Community College to teach a class in Financial Literacy! See the full story here

ECAR YPN volunteers gathered at a Habitat for Humanity construction site.
Habitat for Humanity Group Build Day

3/30/23

ECAR YPN participated in their sixth Habitat Group Build in Norwich on 3/30/23, with their biggest turnout of volunteers yet! See photos from the build day

ECAR YPN webinar flyer for Achieving the Mythical Work-Life Balance with Amanda Lott on February 13, 2023.
Work-Life Balance Seminar w/ NAR’s Amanda Lott

2/13/23

Work-life balance in any industry is hard, but REALTORS® can really struggle with it. In a world of immediate gratification and trying to stand out in your market, you have to act fast. Or do you?

Amanda Lott, the National Association of REALTORS® YPN Chair, discussed what to do when your balance is off, what it looks like when you achieve work-life harmony and shared tips and tricks from other REALTORS® around the country.

Photo collage of ECAR YPN volunteers working at a Habitat for Humanity group build day in early 2023.
2023 Q1 Habitat for Humanity Group Build Day

1/05/23

ECAR YPN participated in their fifth Habitat Group Build in Norwich on 1/5/23!

ECAR YPN volunteers posing together outside a Habitat for Humanity construction project.
Habitat for Humanity Group Build Day

9/27/22

ECAR YPN participated in their fourth Habitat Group Build in Norwich on 9/27/22! They are committed to doing a Habitat Group Build on a quarterly basis! Click here for more photos from the build day

Two participants standing at a display table during ECAR’s RESource Conference trade show.
RESource Conference Trade Show

9/21/2022

The ECAR Young Professional Committee manned a table at the 2022 RESource Conference Trade Show to inform attendees about the benefits of YPN and encourage them to join!

ECAR YPN Back to School Trivia Night fundraiser flyer for August 23, 2022, at Outer Light Brewing Company in Groton.
Trivia Night Back to School Fundraiser

8/23/2022

On August 23rd, ECAR YPN, held the 2nd annual Trivia Night Back to School Fundraiser at Outer Light Brewing Co.in Groton, CT! Proceeds and supplies collected at this event will be donated to the Sterling Community School in Sterling, CT. Click Here for details and photos!

Two ECAR YPN participants posing outdoors during the NAR YPN Advance Leadership Summit in Chicago.
NAR YPN Advance Leadership Summit in Chicago

8/11-8/12, 2022

Our 2022 YPN Committee Chair, Amanda Polansky, and Vice-Chair, Kelly Lucas, attended the 2022 NAR YPN Advance Leadership Summit in Chicago. The invite-only event is geared to help participants grow their network, as they connect with members throughout the country, while bringing important discussions to the table on how to take their business to the next level.

ECAR Young Professionals Network June 30 networking event flyer featuring guest speakers.
YPN Networking Event

6/30/2022

ECAR YPN’s networking event on June 30, 2022 at Saltwater Farm Vineyard was informative, inspirational, emotional…fantastic! Special thanks to the NAR speakers who shared their insights and stories, Jairo Rodriguez (NAR YPN Vice Chair), Alexa Kebalo Hughes (NAR YPN Region 1) and Kate Wright (NAR YPN Region 5). Our sincere appreciation to the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Eastern CT for co-sponsoring the event and to Dustin Maurice of Green Home Solutions for providing free shuttle services!

ECAR congratulates Amanda Polansky as 2022 Young Professional of the Year and Kelly Lucas as 2022 Rookie of the Year.
YPN Members win YPN and Rookie of the Year

6/15/2022

Congratulations to our 2022 YPN Committee Chair, Amanda Polansky, and Vice-Chair, Kelly Lucas, for their well-deserved wins at ECAR’s Annual Awards Banquet on June 15, 2022

ECAR YPN Habitat for Humanity volunteers wearing blue shirts and posing together outside a home.
Habitat for Humanity Group Build Day

5/26/22

ECAR YPN participated in their third Habitat Group Build in Norwich on 5/26/22! They are committed to doing a Habitat Group Build on a quarterly basis!

ECAR fair housing membership meeting flyer for Trailblazing a Path to Homeownership on April 13, 2022.
DEI-Themed Membership Meeting Sponsored by YPN

4/13/22

ECAR YPN sponsored the 4/13/22 “Trailblazing a Path to Home Ownership” Membership Meeting!
Watch the promo | Watch the full video

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Connect with ECAR YPN on Social Media

Mentor and Scholarship Programs

The Realtor® Mentorship Program provides financial, educational, and career support for aspiring real estate agents in Eastern Connecticut.

The ECAR Young Professionals Network P&P Real Estate Course Scholarship will reimburse the winner for the cost of the Principles & Practices course ($499).

Membership application.
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Other YPN Resources

*The ECAR Young Professionals Network is only available to members of the Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS®

To join the ECAR YPN Committee and/or to be added to the ECAR YPN Network List, please email YPN@easternctrealtors.com.