In an effort to make connects and tap into valuable business resources, 26 young real estate professionals have successfully founded a new YPN chapter in Fairfield County, Conn.

Here are some quick facts:

Chapter name: Fairfield County YPN

Main contact: Richard Eimicke (Staff Liaison)

Email: richard@nfcar.com

Main phone number: 203-744-7255

Number of members in chapter: 26

Officers: Co-Chairs: Andrea Kramer and Rhonda Woods

The group is planning a kickoff event and networking reception on Oct. 28  from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Westport Country Play House in Westport, Conn., with coffee and pastries. REALTOR®  Magazine’s “30 Under 30 Winner” Jared James from Milford, Conn. will be the keynote speaker. The event is open to all 5,933 Fairfield County REALTORS®.

The Young Professionals Network is a great place to connect with other real estate industry professionals. By getting involved or starting your own local chapter, you’ll create a bridge to many industry tools, resources, and networking events. YPN is now 29 chapters strong nationwide, with 8 new chapters approved in September alone. For more information, or to download a chapter application, visit www.realtor.org/ypn.