General Membership Lunch Featuring 5-Time Emmy Winning Producer, Neil Mandt

Neil Mandt, Founder & CEO of Digital Rights Management, will present "Unlocking New Revenue at the Intersection of Digital Media and Property Rights”. The 5-Time Emmy Winning Producer, Clio Winner and Augmented Reality Pioneer will deliver steps that can be taken to unlock potential new revenue streams for your property and protecting your property rights.

In addition to Neil’s presentation, you’ll hear from Rachel Freeman, Deputy Mayor of Business & Economic Development for the City of Los Angeles, and gain valuable insights from David Barnett, Director of Research, Thought Leadership, CBRE.

Neil Mandt

Founder & CEO

Digital Rights Management

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

I hope this newsletter finds you in high spirits as we dive into the mid-year season of 2023. It has been an eventful year so far for BOMA/GLA and as always, we are thrilled to bring you the latest updates to help you stay informed.

Here's a look at what’s coming up in BOMA/GLA.

Awards Gala: We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Awards Gala, which will take place on October 19th, at the Sheraton Grand Los Angeles. This prestigious event celebrates the best in building operations and management, as well as recognizes the remarkable achievements of our members and their significant contributions to the real estate industry and the association. It's a night of glamour, networking, and inspiration. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to honor excellence and connect with fellow professionals. We expect a sold-out event this year! Dates to remember: Entries for the TOBY Awards close on July 28th. Nominations for Awards of Excellence open on July 10th.

Operating Benchmark Report (OBR): We are excited to launch our new Operating Benchmark Report. The report is a comprehensive survey that covers a wide range of operating expenses, such as utilities, maintenance, insurance, and taxes. Stay tuned for more information on when the results of the survey will be released. The survey is complimentary for all BOMA/GLA members.

2022 Annual Report Released: We are excited to share our first Annual Report with members. This comprehensive report highlights significant accomplishments, key milestones, and industry trends of the past year. It offers valuable insights into the growth and development of our association and serves as a valuable resource for staying updated on industry advancements. Access the report on our website and learn about the collective achievements of our association.

Upcoming Events: We have a lineup of exciting events for the month of July designed to help you expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and build meaningful connections with like-minded professionals. Among these events is the return of our summer seafood social, BOMA by the Sea, on July 20th. Formerly known as the BOMA Clambake, this summer event returns to the California Yacht Club where it originally began. Join us in the summer sun along the waterfront for a great evening.

I hope you all have a great summer. Let's make this summer a season of growth, collaboration, and success in BOMA/GLA. I hope to see you at an event soon!

~Michele Ware

Special Interest Groups

EMERGING LEADERS

Commercial real estate networking group for professionals that are new to the industry. Emerging Leaders participate in developing programs, network with peers, and serve the profession in a leadership capacity. 

CHIEF ENGINEERS

Chief engineers meet virtually each month to address the latest on policy and technical information as well as covering new ideas in environmental regulations, maintenance, and operation of commercial buildings.

MIXED USE PROPERTY MANAGERS

Property Managers with interest in the specific needs of mixed use buildings meet virtually or in person monthly to discuss mixed use building management issues, as well as recent and emerging trends and challenges.

Were You There?

We Love Seeing Our Members Engaged!

Thank you to our members for all your support. The BOMA Community makes our events what they are. Without your participation on committees, attending events, communications and developing programs for the organization - we wouldn't be able to capture such great memories.

Programs

There is Nothing Like Bringing Your Team Together When You Enter Your Building

An Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award from BOMA is the most prestigious recognition that building operators can achieve in commercial real estate.

There are plenty of reasons to enter, but the main benefits to your property are:

Tenant Attraction and Retention • Property Recognition • Acknowledging Your Management Team • Accolades for Owners

The deadline to enter is approaching on July 28, 2023

Enter Your Building

An Update from our Partner Program, "Hands Together" with The People Concern

The People Concern advocates for sustainable solutions to homelessness, so they jump at the chance to be involved in the conversations about alternative financing, adaptive reuse, and master leasing – proposals to increase the pipeline of available housing. 

They also partner with Holos Communities (formerly Clifford Beers), a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating spaces for all people to lead fuller lives. They recently released a great video explaining the challenges faced when financing affordable housing developments in Los Angeles.

The People Concern is excited to partner with Holos on two FlyawayHomes developments in Wilmington in addition to bringing hundreds of new permanent supportive housing units online this year with their other partners.

Welcome New Members

PRINCIPAL MEMBER

Maxwell

Hudson Pacific Properties, Inc.

Gateway Metro Center

Lincoln Property Company

INDUSTRIAL MEMBERS

Andrea Leslie, Leslie La Roque, Brandie Osborn

LBA Realty

Member Spotlight

Getting to Know Christy Freshour with Cushman & Wakefield

Christy Freshour has proudly contributed to BOMA/GLA for six years. She joined to meet new vendors, improve her real estate network, and learn about LA commercial real estate policies. Christy mentors young professionals and attends events to learn and network with colleagues. Her favorite event is the Awards Gala previously known as "The TOBY Gala and Awards of Excellence", which honors the best in property management. She encourages new members to get involved, network, and explore commercial real estate to identify mentors.

One of her loves in commercial real estate is the lifelong relationships with tenants, clients, colleagues, vendors, and contractors. Relationships with professionals like Pam Huning and Lauren Hammer are the source of some of her inspiration.

In her downtime, her hobbies include runs, trails, and hikes and her summer goal is to trek the Mont Blanc path in Switzerland. Her heart belongs to Italy, and she can tout scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef as one of her adventures.

Christy mentors Rising Stars and is on the Awards Committee.

Andrew Britton with Inquisitos Talks About the Impact of Membership

" As a BOMA/GLA member, I've gained networking opportunities, access to resources, and industry updates. Participating in BOMA events has enhanced my skills, reputation, and impact on my community. It's been a rewarding experience that I’ve been privileged to share with their marvelous staff."

ANNUAL PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

When it comes to protecting your premier properties and the people in them, you want a sure thing. You want enhanced security and solid performance, but also user delight and data insight.

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Resources

Check the Mail...Your 2023 Membership Directory Has Arrived

The 2023 Membership Directory & Resource Guide is now available. The membership directory is an invaluable asset to members, providing a centralized tool for all member data.

If you haven’t received your copy, contact membership@bomagla.org and we will get one out to you.

Discover the full range of member benefits, including networking opportunities, exclusive events, educational programs, and advocacy support.
Learn how to leverage BOMA/GLA's extensive resources, such as the online directory, job board, and industry research reports, to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and insights.
Understand the importance of getting involved in committees, task forces, and leadership roles to enhance your professional growth and contribute to the success of the organization.

A gift card will be raffled at the end of the presentation.

Buyers Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Buy BOMA

BOMA/GLA is a community, and our individual business success depends on each other. Building management members need Associate and Professional members to deliver products and services to the commercial real estate market.

Buy BOMA aims to strengthen our community by preserving and enhancing this partnership. With the Buyers Guide, it makes finding products and services for your building fast and easy to find. Take a look at the Buyers Guide for more info.

Access the Buyers Guide

Have You Added Team Members to Your Staff?

When you are a member, your whole team get's the chance to take part in BOMA.

There are opportunities for all levels of your team, from in-person events, to virtual meetings to on-demand webinars developed specifically with commercial real estate professionals in mind.

Make sure to access your account and update your information and team members to make the most of your membership.

Go to My Account

Upcoming Events

Regional

Have You Attended a Regional Event?

We are halfway through the year and that means every region has hosted at least one Power Hour and Regional Roundtable. Whether you prefer virtual events or in-person events, our regional events have something to offer you. 

Power Hours are virtual and open to all members. So far this year we have had presentations on Metro infrastructure in the Westside Region, heard from the utility companies in the Northeast Region, and received market updates in our Downtown Region. For those who may have missed a past Power Hour, many of them are recorded and available for viewing in our Online Learning Center.

Regional Roundtables are in-person programs for our Principal Members, Professional members, and Annual Partners. Roundtables provide a unique opportunity to connect with your building neighbors, hear from local public officials, or experience hands-on learning through local building tours.  

Learn something new, meet someone new, and reconnect with old industry friends. Join us for the next regional event!

Join Your Region

What's Happening in Advocacy

Assemblymember Miguel Santiago Meet and Greet at Historic PacMutual Building

A contingent of our leadership and Downtown members met with Assemblymember Miguel Santiago to learn more about his candidacy for LA City Council District 6. Our members and Assemblymember Santiago engaged in a candid conversation about the challenges we are facing Downtown with homelessness, safety, and return to office.

This meet and greet is part of our candidate engagement process and we will continue holding these meetings as we prepare for the 2024 election cycle. We encourage our members to take advantage of these opportunities to share their experiences and strengthen our advocacy.

Thank you to the team at Hines and the PacMutual Building for hosting this event.

Thank You to Our 2023 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 sponsorship@bomagla.org to take advantage of the benefits.