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NEWS AT A GLANCE BOMA-ATLANTA NEWS Introducing Building Engineering 101TM. Preparing the next generation of commercial building engineers to meet tomorrow's challenges is a top priority. That's why a special BOMA-Atlanta task force led by Greg Bellina, RPA, SMA, with Cousins Properties developed a new Building Engineering 101TM course to give building engineers the solid foundation they need to be successful. This six-day course will be taught over six weeks starting September 24 and combines classroom-style learning, interaction with industry professionals, and behind-the-scenes tours of metro-Atlanta buildings. Class size is limited, so register today! A limited number of course sponsorships are available for allied members, but are going fast! To register, click here. To learn more about sponsoring a class date, call the BOMA-Atlanta office at 404-475-9980. BOMA-Atlanta Reaches 1,000 Members! On July 11, BOMA-Atlanta reached a new milestone--over 1,000 members! This year alone, membership has grown from 902 members to 1,001, representing 11 percent growth! A special thank you goes out to the hard-working BOMA-Atlanta Membership Committee, led by Chair Gib Durden with HighGrove Partners and Co-chair Liz Rodriguez with IDI Services Group. BOMA-Atlanta Members Again Featured in the Chronicle. Don't miss the July 4-10 issue of the Atlanta Business Chronicle, which includes three articles featuring BOMA-Atlanta members. The article “Gen Y talent in demand in property management” highlights BOMA’s work attracting the next generation of property management professionals and includes quotes from Jim Driver with PM Realty, Kinsey Roberts with Fifth Street Management and Florence Barbour, RPA, CPM, with Winthrop Management. A second article highlights optimism in the long-term economic outlook in commercial real estate with quotes from Florence Barbour and Dave Hofstetter, RPA, with Highwoods Development. And a third article in the same issue features this year's TOBY award-winning buildings. Congratulations, Jim, Kinsey, Florence, Dave and all the TOBY award winners! CoreNet's New Education Forum. Join CoreNet and others in the commercial real estate sector as they rethink social, environmental, political and financial impacts on the future of commercial real estate. At the one-day forum, held September 11 at the Georgia World Congress Center, you will learn creative leadership strategies to address challenges in sustainability, cost of innovation, building management, cost of compliance, carbon footprints and more. Earn continuing education credits as you participate in high-energy discussions centered around commercial real estate innovation and leadership. For more details about the event, click here. To register for the forum, click here. Free Homeland Security Course. The Department of Homeland Security, in coordination with BOMA-Atlanta and the Georgia Office of Homeland Security, is offering a new critical infrastructure protection workshop in July. The two-day Protective Measures course for executive and operational level personnel in the private sector is designed to provide you with the knowledge to identify vulnerabilities in and select appropriate protective measures for your facility. The course combines lecture, discussion groups and practical exercises and will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 22-23. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required and attendance is limited to 35 students. To register, contact Georgia Office of Homeland Security Training Program Manager Rick Bodane at 404-635-7513 or richard.bodane@gema.ga.gov. New Human Resources Management Certificate. Make the most of your management style with the new HR Management Program, which is open to all members. This innovative program is a series of five seminars that provide insight into today’s most important HR issues, from the legal aspects of employment to behavioral science and budgets. Each three-hour seminar provides three hours of Continuing Education Units and will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the BOMA-Atlanta office. Each seminar includes classroom instruction, a question and answer session, and interactive exercises. The seminars can be taken individually. Participants who complete all five seminars will earn a Human Resources Management Certificate from BOMA-Atlanta. Register today for this unique program! Sports Outing Sponsorships Going Fast. The annual BOMA-Atlanta Sports Outing presented by Choate Interior Construction attracts a large crowd of building owners, property managers, building engineers and allied members. The October 3 event will be held at beautiful Chateau Elan and will include two golf tournaments, a tennis tournament, dinner and an awards ceremony. Last year's sports outing sold out, and sponsorships for this year's outing are going fast! Click here to download a registration form for the tennis or golf tournaments. Click here to learn about available sponsorship opportunities and download the sponsorship contract. Fax your completed registration form and sponsorship contract to the BOMA-Atlanta office at 404-475-9987. UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL COURSES BOMA Energy Efficiency Program: Building an Energy Performance Awareness Program Webinar. (August 7) This essential course presents the key components of an energy awareness program for tenants, owners, brokers and asset managers. The training focuses on how to create an effective awareness program, communicate accomplishments and benefits to key stakeholders, and provides samples and templates for attendees to easily customize. Upon successfully completing this seminar, attendees will be able to create an energy awareness program and maximize communication efforts; create compelling case studies and success stories; and educate owners, tenants, brokers, leasing and sales staff about the benefits of improved energy performance. To register, click here or contact Leah Gehlsen at 1-800-553-8878 or via e-mail at leah.gehlsen@stamats.com. Air Handling, Water Treatment and Plumbing. (August 20) Learn about climate control for human comfort, the components of HVAC systems and the basics of water treatment and plumbing systems. Through this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge to perform common water tests, maintain air-conditioning systems, maintain water services and inspect portable fire extinguishers. Operating and Managing Mixed-Use Properties Webinar. (August 20) Mixed-use properties are literally popping up on every urban corner and becoming hubs for “living, working and playing," but these specialized assets require special management and operational strategies. BOMA International has created this Webinar to teach participants to learn how to: identify and respond to differing mixed-use property tenant needs and requirements; understand differences between office, retail and other types of leases common in mixed-use developments; manage contract services; and recognize special licensing requirements associated with these assets and their tenants . BOMA Property Management (PM) 201. (August 22) PM 201 is the next step for individuals who have completed BOMA PM 101 or who have more experience in the property management field. This five-day course is taught over five consecutive weeks and combines classroom-style learning with building tours and is sponsored by ABM Security, AlliedBarton Security Services, The Best Consultant Inc. and Walden Security. Day 1, 8/22, will cover accounting and reporting. Day 2, 8/29, will cover leasing and marketing. Day 3, 9/5, will cover risk management. Day 4, 9/12, will cover emergency planning. Day 5, 9/19, will cover management skills. Don't miss out on this great course! Foundations of Human Resource Management Seminar. (August 29) Make the most of your management style with the BOMA-Atlanta Human Resources Management seminars. This three-hour seminar provides three hours of Continuing Education Units and will include classroom instruction, a question and answer session, and interactive exercises. The seminar will provide an overview of management and supervision techniques, including what the successful supervisor needs to know, be or have; the company's mission, vision, values, products and work processes; the department and how it relates to other departments; company policies; how to listen and respond effectively; and the behavioral characteristics/attributes of successful supervisors. Participants who complete all five HR seminars will earn a Human Resources Management Certificate from BOMA-Atlanta. How to Manage an Aging Building Webinar. (September 10) Much of the existing United States building stock is fast approaching old age. This BOMA International Webinar will explore the “age spots” and “creaky joints” of mature buildings and offer practical tips for how to plan for capital expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities to preserve asset integrity and implement programs to enhance the value of these “old but good” assets. Managing Employee Performance and Development Seminar. (September 16) Make the most of your management style with the BOMA-Atlanta Human Resources Management seminars. This three-hour seminar provides three hours of Continuing Education Units and will include classroom instruction, a question and answer session, and interactive exercises. This seminar will discuss the role of the first-line supervisor, including representing the management of the company; building a team capable of consistently delivering expected results; consistently achieving output, quality and cost expectations; fairly and consistently administering company policies and procedures; and effectively handling employee complaints. Participants who complete all five HR seminars will earn a Human Resources Management Certificate from BOMA-Atlanta. Real Estate Investment and Finance. (September 17) Through this course, you will learn to take charge of real estate investments in order to maximize the value of property. You will develop knowledge about basic financial concepts as they relate to real estate, including valuation, analysis, taxation, depreciation and life-cycle costing. You will learn to evaluate real estate investments and develop budgets that estimate net operating income. You will study the income capitalization approach and cover property taxation costs and strategies to offset these costs. You will also gain skills to conduct a discounted cash flow analysis and calculate net present value and the internal rate of return. Course exercises require the basic use of the HP-10Bii financial calculator, which you must have for this course. It can be purchased for $30-$40 at any office supply store (Staples, Office Max, etc). Fundamentals of Real Property Administration. (September 24) To fulfill the role of property manager in today's marketplace, you must be knowledgeable in many areas. You are expected to manage buildings; communicate with employees, managers and tenants; protect the interests of the owner; market property; negotiate leases; and protect the environment. By providing an overview of the property management profession, this course helps you understand, and integrate, the many duties and responsibilities of a property manager. Building Engineering 101TM. (September 24) Get the solid foundation you need through Building Engineering 101TM, a six-day course taught over six weeks. The course was specifically developed for beginning commercial real estate engineers and combines classroom-style learning, interaction with industry professionals, and behind-the-scenes tours of metro-Atlanta buildings. Learn from real-life scenarios and gain an understanding of relevant building systems in a course specifically designed to teach building engineers how to be successful. Class size is limited, so register early to reserve your place. Commercial HVAC--First Semester. (October 2) Designed for building engineers, the Commercial HVAC course provides an opportunity to enhance service skills through hands-on training. The course will enable beginning engineers and those with experience to become more proficient in the work environment. Course topics will include commercial refrigeration systems, energy management, DDC controls, pneumatic calibration, cooling tower maintenance, air handlers, pumps, boilers, water and air balancing and other topics. This course is the first in a series. A certificate of completion will be issued to show attendance and completion of the required material. The first semester course will be held Thursdays, October 2-December 11 (except Thanksgiving week). Technologies for Facilities Management. (October 8) When used properly, technology can significantly enhance the performance of your facilities. This course will help you better understand the impact of technology on both workers and the workplace. You will gain the knowledge to evaluate your current technological services and systems, as well as to determine the appropriate technologies your portfolio requires. You will learn about hardware, software, telecommunications systems, computer-aided facility management, security systems, and much more. Planning and Organizational Issues for Managers. (October 14) Make the most of your management style with the BOMA-Atlanta Human Resources Management seminars. This three-hour seminar provides three hours of Continuing Education Units and will include classroom instruction, a question and answer session, and interactive exercises. In this seminar, you will learn how to keep your department on-track and your expenses within budget through production and contingency planning, scheduling manpower, controlling quality and cost, managing information, and knowing and enforcing established policies and procedures. Participants who complete all five HR seminars will earn a Human Resources Management Certificate from BOMA-Atlanta.UPCOMING EVENTS August BOMA Luncheon. (August 13) BOMA luncheons are enjoyable and educational. They are also a valuable networking and professional development experience. The August BOMA Luncheon is sponsored by Mid America Metals and will be held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. The luncheon's featured speaker will be Robert Stanley, author and one of the first attorneys in the nation to become a LEED Accredited Professional by the U.S. Green Buildings Council. He will discuss survival tactics for property managers who are weathering tough economic times and ways to “green” your building even when budgets are limited. Members may attend a BOMA-Atlanta luncheon at no charge by registering on or before the cut-off date, which is the Friday before the luncheon. Building tours are now available! See the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre like you've never seen it during a one-hour tour highlighting the building systems that keep this Cobb County jewel running so smoothly. The first tour will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with a capacity of 20 people. The second tour will be held from 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. with a capacity of 15 people. Each tour is $20 per person for members and $30 per person for non-members. There is a $5 late fee for registrations after August 8. Tour of Atlanta. (August 28) Join us for the second annual Tour of Atlanta, held August 28 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Learn more about the diversity of commercial real estate by touring three unique Atlanta buildings: The Art Institute of Atlanta, managed by Winthrop Management LP; the 2007-08 TOBY award-winning RMP at Northside Tower, managed by Richmond Honan; and the 2004-05 TOBY award-winning Three Ravinia Drive, managed by Colonial Properties Trust. In one afternoon, you'll learn what makes each building so distinct. Each building tour will last one hour and will highlight features specific to the overall operation of the building. In addition, property managers will discuss their conservation and recycling efforts and how those efforts have impacted the success of their building operations. Seating is limited, so register today. September BTO Luncheon. (September 4 and 11) BTO quarterly luncheons bring together building engineers and others interested in the technical aspects of properly maintaining commercial properties. Each luncheon includes educational coverage of a topic important to the industry. The September BTO luncheons are sponsored by Mallory and Evans Service. To register for the September 4 luncheon at the Loudermilk Center, click here. To register for the September 11 luncheon at the AGC Conference Center, click here.Commercial Real Estate Inspirational Breakfast. (September 10). Mark your calendars now for the second annual Commercial Real Estate Inspirational Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 10 at the Marriott Marquis. Last year's breakfast sold out. Click here to download a registration form and reserve your seat at the breakfast. September BOMA Bash. Sponsored by Georgia Trane, Parker Young Construction & FireStar and The Best Consultant, the September BOMA Bash will be held at Chequer's Seafood Grill. The BOMA Bash is an informal social and networking opportunity for property managers, facility managers and building engineers, hosted by a select group of allied member sponsors. There is no charge to attend the event, although advance registration is required. Attendance is limited to the first 80 individuals who register.
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