Recent News | BOMA Atlanta

2010 Leadership Academy

The rapid pace of change in today's commercial real estate environment demands that the managers of today become the leaders of tomorrow. To address this shift, BOMA-Atlanta has created the BOMA-Atlanta Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy is a certificate program designed for all property and facility managers, and for building engineers who have management responsibilities. BOMA-Atlanta membership is required to participate in the Academy. Applications for the 2010 class are now being accepted! To apply for the academy, download and complete a PDF application and fax it in to 404-475-9987. Applications are due Feb. 25, 2010

BOMA 360 Certified Building in Georgia - 171 17th Street

The 171 17th Street building recently became the a BOMA 360 certified building. The BOMA 360 Performance Program is a groundbreaking new program designed to validate and recognize commercial properties that demonstrate best practices in all major areas of building operations and management. A BOMA 360 Performance Building designates that a property is being managed to the highest standards of excellence. 171 17th Street building is owned by Atlantic Office Acquisition Inc. and is managed by Carter Property Management, where Rutledge Beacham is the manager.

TOBY Awards Entrance Deadline Approaching

The TOBY Award and Earth Award programs are the most prestigious and comprehensive awards programs of their kind in the commercial real estate industry, recognizing quality in office buildings and awarding excellence in building management and environmental stewardship. The TOBY Award recognizes all facets of a building's operations, including tenant relations programs, community involvement, emergency preparedness, security standards, and continuing education for building personnel. The Earth Award recognizes excellence in environmentally sound office building management. The deadline to enter your building is Dec. 31, 2009. For more information on the TOBY and Earth Awards, click here. To view entry requirements, click here. To download an application packet, click here.

Show Your Company's Support of BOMA

Join CB Richard Ellis, Carter & Associates, Cousins Properties Incorporated, Duke Realty Corporation, IDI Services Group, Pope & Land Enterprises and Winthrop Management in showing your support for BOMA and the commercial real estate industry by becoming a 2010 BOMA-Atlanta sponsor. A variety of sponsorship levels are available. Respond soon if you are interested, as we expect these opportunities to sell out quickly. For more information, contact Nancy Hodge at 404-475-9980 or nhodge@boma-atlanta.org or click here.

Going Green Has Never Been Easier!
GREEN Real Estate Summit 2010

The GREEN Real Estate Summit 2010, presented by BOMA-Atlanta, will be held Feb. 16 and 17 at the Green Seal Certified Emory Conference Center Hotel. The GREEN Real Estate Summit is the first meeting of its kind in the state of Georgia. It brings together commercial real estate owners, property managers, facility managers, building engineers and companies providing green products and services to learn about the benefits of utilizing sustainable practices. Specifically, the event will focus on sustainable operations and maintenance of existing buildings.

In addition to educational sessions, the GREEN Real Estate Summit will feature a GREEN Showcase, where vendors will exhibit products and services that can assist in the sustainable operations and maintenance of existing buildings. For more information, including registration, a summit schedule, details on where you can stay, and much more, visit the GREEN Real Estate Summit Web site today!

BOMA-Atlanta Freezes Membership Dues

BOMA-Atlanta has frozen membership dues for 2010 at the current 2009 level. Freezing membership dues is one step in a series of efforts BOMA-Atlanta is making to serve members during this difficult economic environment. The association has also offered a variety of free and low-cost educational programs for members and also continues to provide value to building owners through government advocacy.

BOMI Introduces New Computer Based Testing

Starting January 1, 2010, BOMI is moving to computer-based testing for all courses. With this change, there will be a $60 additional BOMI fee for each test taken on computer under the new BOMI testing system. To read more about the change to computer-based testing and its benefits, click here. To view BOMI's timeline for phasing-in the computer-based testing, click here. For a list of frequently asked questions, click here.

New EER Available

The new Experience Exchange Report (EER) is now available from BOMA International. The new EER is available online and provides access to 15 million data points in 40 seconds or less. For more information, or to get access to the new EER, go to www.bomaeer.com.

BOMA International Publications

BOMA International offers the Standard Method for Measuring Floor Area in Office Buildings. Since 1915, this book has been the only floor measurement method for commercial real estate approved by the American National Standards Institute, making it a must for building owners, property and facility managers. To order the BOMA Standard, call BOMA International at 800-426-6292 or click here.

Upcoming Events and Educational Courses

Commercial HVAC - Fifth Semester

(January 7) 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. This is the fifth in a five-semester series. You are not required to take the semesters in sequence.

January BOMA Luncheon

(January 13) BOMA luncheons are enjoyable and educational. They are also a valuable networking and professional development experience. A new member orientation will precede the luncheon at 10:30 a.m. The luncheon is sponsored by Full Circle Restoration and Construction Services Inc.

Energy Management and Controls

(January 20) Understanding key maintenance & energy management aspects of building management is critical to running a cost-effective operation. From everyday preventive maintenance tasks to the challenge of developing & selling an energy plan, this class provides you with skills to evaluate & optimize your current system, know-how to integrate new components, & ability to communicate your needs to management.

LEED AP Operations and Maintenance Exam Prep

(January 26) This one-day class will provide in-depth overview of the recent changes to the LEED AP exam structure and a full day's training the at will prepare attendees to take the exam. In addition to this in-person training, attendees will receive access for 60-days of post-class online exam simulators, which will reinforce the knowledge gained by attending this course.

Asset Management Course

(January 27) Today's property managers work hand-in-hand with asset managers and often serve as asset managers themselves. Expert education gives professionals the capability to build value in real estate assets, providing confidence to investors, owners, and building tenants. Make sense of your assets, discover the asset manager's role, function and place in real estate and business, and master the ability to outperform competitors.

BOMA International Winter Business Meeting

(February 1) The Winter Business Meeting and National Issues Conference provides an opportunity to share ideas, learn from your peers, be a part of shaping the future of BOMA and the commercial real estate industry, and to take our message to legislators and regulators in Washington D.C. Join us for inspiring general sessions, exciting networking receptions and important business meetings. This is your chance to speak out and make a difference!

2010 TOBY and Association Awards Banquet

(February 10) Attend this event and you will see your colleagues recognized for their accomplishments and learn what it takes to manage an award-winning building. The luncheon is sponsored by Security Forces Inc.