Thank You for Celebrating ChrisMix With Us! | | |
Thank you to everyone who joined us for ChrisMix this week and an extra-special thank you to those who brought toys for our Annual Toy Drive. Your generosity helps brighten the holidays for children in need all over Los Angeles.
We hope you enjoyed the festive vibes and the chance to connect with colleagues and friends. Your presence helped make the evening such a warm and joyful time!
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for last month’s Reverse Trade Show!
We’re grateful to all who participated and helped make the event such a success. We hope you left with meaningful new connections and fresh opportunities to explore.
Relive the highlights - click the link below to view the photo album.
| | 🎁 Last Call: Enter Our Best Decorated Box Contest! | | |
It’s not too late to join the fun! Show off your creativity and holiday spirit by submitting your entry for our Best Decorated Box Contest.
Final day to enter: Monday, December 8. Submit entries by sending them to annualtoydrive@bomagla.org. Don’t miss your chance to have your masterpiece featured and celebrated!
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🧸 Volunteer Sort Day - There’s Still Time to Sign Up
Looking for a meaningful way to give back and bring your team together? Join us for our upcoming Toy Drive Sort Day! It’s a fantastic opportunity for team building, bonding, and making a real impact in our community.
Your support helps ensure donated gifts reach families in need this holiday season.
📅 Date: December 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 2121 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Sign up today and be part of something special!
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Building Skills Partnership - Celebrating Collaboration and Community Progress
Over the past week, our team has been highlighting BSP’s programming through a coordinated series of collaborative posts with city officials and council members. By pairing our holiday appreciation efforts with updates on the impact of our classes, trainings, and community programs, we’ve been able to showcase how BSP’s work continues to support working families year-round.
Here are the officials included in this round of collaborations:
In addition to our outreach with elected officials, we’re excited to highlight two impactful initiatives happening across our program:
- BOMA Toy Drive: Our annual effort to bring joy and support to families during the holiday season.
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ADV ESL Class Launches: A new advanced ESL course designed to help members continue strengthening their language skills and expanding opportunities.
Your hard work continues to make a meaningful difference for our communities.
| | Get to Know Trenton Wheeler, Assistant Property Manager, Cushman & Wakefield | | |
Why did you join BOMA/GLA?
I joined because I wanted to align myself with an organization that sets the standard for excellence in property management and fosters strong industry connections. Additionally, my client's active involvement and success within BOMA, including TOBY Award recognition for two of the buildings I manage, reinforced the value of being part of this community.
What’s your favorite part of being a BOMA/GLA member?
My favorite part of being a member is the opportunity to connect with a community of professionals who are passionate about advancing the commercial real estate industry.
What career advice do you live by?
The career advice I live by is to BE DETAILED and anticipate questions before they are asked. Providing thorough information upfront not only demonstrates professionalism but also builds trust and efficiency. Thinking ahead and addressing potential concerns shows that you understand the bigger picture and are prepared to deliver solutions, not just answers.
Who inspires you?
I'm inspired by my boyfriend, Connor, who is currently completing his MBA at Pepperdine and will graduate this month! His drive, determination, and unwavering focus are awe-inspiring.
Fun fact that people probably don't know about you?
A fun fact that people don't know about me is that I have a twin brother named Tristan. We're fraternal twins and look nothing alike, so growing up, most people assumed we were just best friends. The funny part? I still get called Tristan by clients, vendors, and tenants, even when they have no idea I actually have a twin with that name.
| | Member Testimonial: Finding My footing with the Mixed-Use SIG | | | | "As a transplant to the BOMA/GLA market, the Mixed-Use Special Interest Group has been an instrumental resource for me. Not only do I have a group of experienced, knowledgeable managers who understand the day-to-day challenges of property management, but we’re also able to lean on each other’s experiences and share ideas and best practices to navigate them together." | |
Leslie Lagua
General Property Manager
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| | Become a Mentor and Shape the Next Generation of CRE Leaders | | |
Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the commercial real estate industry? Our Rising Stars Program is looking for experienced professionals like you to guide, inspire, and support emerging talent.
As a mentor, you’ll:
- Share your knowledge, insights, and career experiences
- Help young professionals navigate challenges and opportunities in CRE
- Foster meaningful connections that strengthen the industry
Your guidance can make all the difference for tomorrow’s leaders. Join us in shaping the future of commercial real estate, one Rising Star at a time.
Deadline to participate: January 6, 2026.
| | 📅 December 2025 / January 2026 Events | | Featured Industry Leader: Hillmann Consulting | | |
We provide expert Energy Consulting Services that enhance sustainability and efficiency across your building and business operations. Hillmann also offers exceptional Building Science and Industrial Hygiene services, dedicated to maintaining healthy indoor environments by identifying and controlling potential health and safety hazards. Your Property. Our Priority.
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| | What's Happening in Advocacy | | Year-End Update: What’s Ahead for Taxes, Policy, and Advocacy in 2026 | As we wrap up the year, we are keeping a close eye on the state of Measure ULA, as well as tax proposals more broadly. As the LA City Council begins grappling with a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall, they are considering a series of potential taxes- including a parking occupancy tax and a commercial real estate vacancy tax. These measures would further compound challenges for an industry already working to recover from COVID-19’s impacts on activity. | We are working closely with the Los Angeles Parking Association (LAPA) to provide educational outreach to Council offices on the negative impacts an increased parking tax would have across the entire city. | In addition to our policy advocacy efforts, our Political Action Committee (PAC) is collaborating with business partners such as the Central City Association (CCA), the Los Angeles County Business Federation (BizFed), the Hollywood Chamber, the LA Chamber, and others to vet candidates running for office in the City of Los Angeles. | Finally, our Government Affairs Committee (GAC) will soon begin assembling our legislative agenda for the coming year. We welcome interested members to inquire about joining the committee in 2026. For all inquiries, please email our Director of Government and Public Affairs, Chris Bowen, at CBowen@Bomagla.org. | | Policy Committees in Action | |
Our Property Technology Committee recently convened a panel discussion featuring top voices in emerging building technologies. These industry leaders in property technology, AI, and sustainability came together to explore how innovation is cutting operating expenses, improving building performance, and elevating tenant experiences. From AI-powered HVAC optimization to EV charging and access control, attendees gained practical insights they can apply to boost efficiency, reduce risks, and strengthen their bottom line.
Our Security and Emergency Preparedness Committee welcomed Ivan Villegas from the UCLA Office of the Vice Chancellor & Chief Financial Officer as our new 2026 Chair, along with Mario Gaggioli from Guard Systems Inc. Both are planning a presentation for the Southern California Facilities Conference focused on building a strong security culture through situational awareness, effective training, and shared responsibility. Their session will equip managers, security teams, and tenants with practical strategies to strengthen readiness and enhance day-to-day safety across facilities.
| Our Sustainability Committee is welcoming two new 2026 Chairs, Sara Hickman from Metro Services and Dennis Thurman from Robertson Properties Group. Together, they bring a deep well of experience in sustainability strategy, compliance, and on-the-ground implementation. Their leadership will strengthen our committee’s ability to support members in meeting rising regulatory, operational, and environmental demands. | | BOMA on the Frontline - Featured Articles | | Streamlining Retail Theft Reporting in Long Beach | |
Retail theft continues to challenge commercial property owners and managers across Long Beach, creating operational disruptions and financial losses.
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| | | Deadline Nearing: Add Your Voice to Measure A Funding Decisions | |
Los Angeles County has opened its final round of public comment on Measure A’s $1 billion homelessness and housing budget.
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| | | Thank You to Our 2025 Annual Partners | | |
Thank you to our Annual Partners who generously support the mission, vision, work and members of BOMA/GLA. Your continued investment is appreciated.
If you are interested in becoming an annual partner, please Click Here to see the benefits and company exposure. Contact membership@bomagla.org to take advantage of the benefits.
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