Starting a Loan Origination Role...Associations to Join?

Starting a loan originations role soon at a RE debt fund and looking to expand my network. What are some good associations to join to meet potential borrowers? Planning on joining ULI, NAIOP, CREFC, NMHC, Young RE Professionals of NY. Any other groups that are worth checking out?

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