MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Happy New Year! I hope you have a wonderful start to 2023, a year that will bring both new challenges and exciting new possibilities.

2022 was a pivotal year for BOMA/GLA. The year marked our first full return in person since the pandemic began. We held many of our regular events, such as the CRE Summit, TOBY and Awards of Excellence, and ChrisMix, and we launched several new ones, including a Topgolf Fundraiser to combat homelessness and Women and Wine. In addition to numerous policy briefings and regional roundtables, we hosted educational programs on ESG, the endemic economy, drought mitigation, and the future of electric vehicles in buildings. It was a busy and fruitful year, full of achievements of which we can be justifiably proud.

But in 2023, we won't be resting on our laurels, that's for sure. Greater Los Angeles is still in the midst of a crisis on many fronts, which affects our members and our association. While we will continue our great programs and introduce even more new ones, the advocacy we do is more important than ever given the current economic climate, the homeless issues in the county, and the future of building occupancy. Through our advocacy efforts, educational programs, and heightened connections and community in 2023, we recommit to increasing value in the commercial real estate industry.

On January 19th, we will ring in the new year with the return of our Real Estate Forecast and the installation of the 2023 Board of Directors and Gary Hansel, Executive VP, Southern California Office Operations, as Chairman of the Board.

Together with our members and partners, we will continue to tackle our challenges head-on and develop creative solutions to ensure a prosperous future. Let's keep the momentum going so that we can come out of this stronger than ever.

~Michele Ware

Meet the Board

Many congratulations to our 2023 Board of Directors for the upcoming year!

Meet Our Newest Addition to the Staff!

Karla Andrade joined the BOMA/GLA team last October as the new Sponsorship and Events Manager. Karla is responsible for event planning for several programs including educational seminars and golf tournaments. In addition, Karla is our membership’s contact for securing sponsorships and exhibit booths/tables across all BOMA/GLA events.

Karla has years of sales and events experience through organizations such as Legends Hospitality (SoFi Stadium), OUE Skyspace, Los Angeles Convention and Tourism Board, and Las Ventanas al Paraiso, a Rosewood Resort.

Karla can be reached at kandrade@bomagla.org.

Member Spotlight

Getting to Know Ana Wood

Portfolio Manager, Kilroy Realty Corporation

Ana Wood has been a BOMA/GLA member for ten years. She joined BOMA/GLA to learn and grow professionally, and she enjoys the fact that no two days are ever the same at work. While each day presents a new challenge, she always finishes the day with a sense of accomplishment. The Annual TOBY Awards is her favorite event because it provides an opportunity to celebrate teams that have gone above and beyond to participate.

Outside of work, Ana likes to dance and enjoy frozen yogurt which she can eat every day. One of her favorite places to be is Disneyland where she was once a former Disneyland Cast Member. Ana is currently watching Emily in Paris, a romantic comedy on Netflix.

Ana’s best advice to maximize your member benefits is to make time to network and attend as many BOMA/GLA events as possible. Sharing with and learning from our colleagues is invaluable. Network, collaborate and make lasting connections; but never forget to create a healthy work/life balance.

Ana is currently the 2022 BOMA/GLA Long Beach-South Bay Regional Council Co-Chair.

See What You Missed

Thank You to Everyone Who Participated at the 2023 Annual Holiday Drive.

With over one hundred buildings participating to collect toys, food and clothing for twenty local charities in need, the Annual Holiday Drive was a smashing success. We were able to collect over 8,000 items for the drive this year, and although that is lower than previous years we expected it to be lower due to the occupancy of the buildings. Thank you to everyone who participated and has a passion for making changes in our BOMA/GLA community.

Important Dates

Member Corner

Welcome to the 2022 Fourth Quarter New Members

BUILDING MEMBERS

2340 Michigan Ave.

5161 Lankershim Blvd.

5250 Lankershim Blvd.

Promenade Gateway L.P.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

Fyxt

Metro Services

Midway National Building Services

Tier One Mechanical, Inc.

Waxie Sanitary Supply

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS

EcoSmart Solutions, Inc.

Public Insurance Adjusters of California LLC

Walker Consultants

Renew Your Dues

The Benefits of BOMA/GLA Membership

Georgia Pacific (GP PRO) has been a long-term member of BOMA Greater Los Angeles for many years, and we truly appreciate its collective efforts. BOMA’s events, political advocacy, and support have been invaluable to all its constituents in the Los Angeles region. The networks and connections I've made because of BOMA/GLA have opened many doors for our company. I personally have enjoyed working with principal members on committees to plan and organize events. Recently, I had the privilege of co-chairing the 2021 Summer Jazz & Wine and the 2022 CRE Summit & Showcase.

The staff has been extremely supportive and innovative in reflecting the changing needs of the commercial real estate market that were brought on by the pandemic. It is clear that BOMA/GLA is doing its part to fulfill BOMA International’s overall mission of advancing a vibrant commercial real estate industry through advocacy, influence, and knowledge. I look forward to my continued participation and growth in this organization.

Joe Borges

Sr. Sales Consultant

GP PRO, a division of Georgia-Pacific

Career Development

Make an Investment in Yourself with the Rising Star Program

If you are new to the commercial real estate industry, participating in this program will enhance your professional growth and build your business network. Mentors will provide support, share knowledge, skills, and information and serve as an industry resource throughout the year.

The program will begin in January 2023 at the Rising Star Orientation, where participants will meet their mentors. The program will end in September 2023, and all the participants successfully completing the program will qualify for the Rising Star of the Year Award presented at the end of the year.

To participate in the program, sign up at Rising Star Program Registration Form by January 13, 2023. This program is free for all participants and mentors.

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Join one of our new SIG groups

Join a Special Interest Group (SIG)

BOMA/GLA special interest groups (SIGs) are designed to bring individuals with like interests together in an environment that fosters learning and professional growth through shared experiences. BOMA/GLA Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are education-based groups that meet throughout the year to network and share information of particular interest.

Participating on a Committee is Just One Benefit of Membership

We hope that the beginning of the New Year has been wonderful for you. There are many interesting developments at BOMA/GLA, but I'd like to highlight one in particular. For anyone looking to get involved in the community, we offer over 40 different volunteer committees and councils that could use your help. In case you're keen, there's a link for submitting your request below.

JOIN A COMMITTEE

Participating on a committee is a benefit for our members, so make sure you renew your dues. If you have questions, have not received an invoice, or need an additional invoice to be sent, you can contact us at membership@bomagla.org.

Advocacy - Your Dues Dollars at Work

Building Electrification and Carbon Reduction Policy Brief

Efforts to electrify buildings are gaining steam with lawmakers at all levels of government as they continue to prioritize carbon reduction. The issue has evolved rapidly from a niche idea among a few cities and environmental advocates to a mainstream sustainability goal discussed across much of the country. The prospective benefits from electrification are clear in theory, but complicated, expensive, and even contradictory — particularly with existing buildings.

BOMA International has produced a Building Electrification Policy Brief to help you better understand the issue of building electrification and its potential impact on your assets.

Learn more about the Policy Brief