Fall Opportunities Guide

OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE FALL // 2015 Leading the commercial real estate industry to enhance the professionalism and value of our members through education, advocacy, community inolvement, membership participation and the open exchange of ideas

AUGUST

In this issue: Calendar of Events and Contact Information

Certificate Courses and Seminars

BTO Opportunities

Allied Member Opportunities

Fall Activity Planner - Designation Courses

Fall Activity Planner - Shared Interest Groups, Certificate Courses and Seminars

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Advancing Real Estate Education and Research and Budget Planning

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Membership Information and Offer

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2015 CALENDAR

Air Handling, Water Treatment and Plumbing

8/4/2015

Facilities Management Shared Interest Group Meeting

8/11/2015

Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG) Event

8/12/2015

BOMA Georgia August Motivational Luncheon

8/12/2015

BOMA PM 101

8/14/2015

Design, Operation and Maintenance II

8/19/2015

High-Performance Sustainable Building Practices

8/26/2015

Young Professionals Lunch and Learn

8/26/2015

SEPTEMBER Medical Office Building SIG Meeting

9/1/2015

BTO Lunch

9/3/2015

BOMA Georgia September Luncheon

9/9/2015

BTO Lunch

9/10/2015

Commercial HVAC Module 3

9/10/2015

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

9/15/2015

LEEDv4 Green Associate Exam Prep

9/15/2015

Leasing and Marketing

9/16/2015

Fall Free Seminar

9/24/2015

Augusta Medical Office Building Luncheon

9/29/2015

Building Engineering 101

9/30/2015

OCTOBER 2015 Sports Outing

10/2/2015

Electrical Systems and Illumination

10/6/2015

LEED AP - Operations and Maintenance Exam Prep

10/6/2015

Incident Prevention Strategies - BTO Seminar

10/8/2015

Industrial SIG Meeting

10/14/2015

Facilities Management Shared Interest Group Meeting

10/20/2015

Lease Analysis, Valuation, Negotiations and Approval

10/22/2015

BOMA Georgia: (404) 475-9980 / www.BOMAGeorgia.org

Ethics Is Good Business ShortCourse

10/29/2015

BOMA Georgia Foundation: www.BOMAGeorgiaFoundation.org

NOVEMBER

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New Member Orientation

11/3/2015

Real Estate Investment and Finance

11/4/2015

Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG) Event

11/10/2015

BOMA Georgia November Luncheon and Annual Business Meeting

11/11/2015

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

11/17/2015

Young Professionals After Hours

11/19/2015

DECEMBER Medical Office Building SIG Meeting

12/1/2015

BTO Lunch

12/3/2015

BTO Lunch

12/10/2015

Earn a Certificate; Start your BOMI Designation Real Life | Building Systems | Operations Accounting and Reporting | Contract Administration

Property Management 101 Fridays, Aug. 14-Sept. 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Learn.

Grow.

Succeed.

ENROLL TODAY!

Each class is held at a different Atlanta property and includes a building tour.

Member: $599 Non-Member: $699 After Aug. 7: Add $75 SPECIAL BOMI OFFER! Any professional who passes the Foundations of Real Estate Management course (BOMA Georgia’s Property Management 101) and registers for at least one RPA designation course within 90 days of completing their exam will not have to pay the $175 RPA designation program enrollment fee!

www.BOMAGeorgia.org

Register online at www.BOMAGeorgia.org

Seminars The State of Sustainability in Georgia SEPTEMBER 24 | 9 A.M. TO NOON AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY BUILDING 250 WILLIAMS STREET ATLANTA, GA This seminar explores the current sustainable landscape and climate in Georgia–including a review of recently passed laws and ordinances, new incentives and financing options; and a preview of future sustainable trends and legislation.

Topics and Speakers include: • Atlanta Efficiency Ordinance Update, Audits and Retrocommissioning Matt Cox, City of Atlanta’s Office of Sustainability • Audits and Retro-commissioning Barry Abramson, Servidyne • Financing with Pace Ben Taub, BLT Sustainable Energy • Incentives from Georgia Power Jim Early, Georgia Power • What’s Next? Tenant Star and the Impact on Georgia Danny Orlando, EPA

Incident Prevention Strategies OCTOBER 8 | 8:30 TO 11:30 A.M. BOMA Georgia Conference Center

The upcoming BTO seminar will discuss strategies to help mitigate incident exposures in your buildings. This seminar will cover what is in your building; how to mitigate contamination or cross contamination in your buildings; and ICRA / PCRA, what is it and why should you know? You will also learn how MOB procedures can help you in your office building and what your responsibilities are during construction projects. The program includes case studies and panel discussions to help advise building managers and engineers and keep them out of the court room.

Speakers include: • Mark Gallman, Highwoods Properties • Steve Campbell, PENTA Engineering • Orlando Ojeda, Full Circle Restoration • Cary Aiken, Aeroseal

This $99 seminar is free for BOMA Georgia members registered by Sept.18.

A $10 late fee applies to registrations after Sept. 18. Non-members may attend for $99 if registered by Sept. 18.

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Full Circle Restoration, this regular $45 seminar is free for BOMA Georgia BTO, property manager and facility manager members who register by the Friday prior to the seminar start date. A $10 late fee applies to registrations after Oct. 2. BOMA Georgia allied members may attend for $25. Nonmembers may attend for $45 if registered by Oct. 2.

Visit www.BOMAGeorgia.org to register.

Visit www.BOMAGeorgia.org to register.

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BTO OPPORTUNITIES

COMMERCIAL HVAC CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Commercial HVAC - Module 3 Thursdays, Sept. 10-Nov. 12 5-9 p.m.

Chattahoochee Technical College Marietta Campus 980 South Cobb Drive Marietta, GA 30060 Member: $625 Non-Member: $725

When beginning my second career, I knew that transitioning from manufacturing into the real estate industry, would come with some challenges. I needed new skill sets. The Commercial HVAC program was the answer. This certification program provided the foundation that I needed to start applying immediate solutions and economies for my company.

-Mark Gallman, LEED GA Highwood’s Properties

Fans

Module 3

Direct Expansion Systems Indoor Air Quality

Enroll Today! www.BOMAGeorgia.org

Basic Trade Skills Communication Risk Management Business Basics

Building Engineering 101 Wednesdays, Sept. 30-Nov. 4 7:30-11:30 a.m.

Each class is held at a different location and includes a building or facility tour.

Member Company: $369 Non-Member: $419 After Sept. 25: Add $75

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

2015 BTO LUNCH SCHEDULE Lunch Meetings: These lunch meetings are held twice each quarter at different locations for convenience and are free for BOMA Georgia BTO members. Each luncheon features a topic of interest to building engineers. These meetings are not open to non-sponsoring vendors and service providers.

• Alternative Energy and EV Charging Sept. 3 and 10, Sponsored by SERVPRO of Decatur • Water Treatment Dec. 3 and 10, Sponsored by PENTA Engineering Registration Fee: $40 | Free for BOMA BTO Members The Sept. 3 and Dec. 3 lunches are held at the American Cancer Society Center and the Sept. 10 and Dec. 10 lunches are held at the AGC Conference Center. More details online.

REGISTER ONLINE: www.BOMAGeorgia.org

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FREE Seminar for BTO Members!

Do you have an Incident Prevention Strategy? Discover how medical office building procedures are applicable to office building management and how knowing your responsibilities during a construction project can keep you out of the court room. See page 3 for more details.

How does $500 sound?

Pursue your SMA or SMT Designation Member and non-member engineers interested in pursuing their Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA) or Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT) designation, benefit from an embedded $500 Foundation scholarship in all 2015 SMA/SMT designation courses. See page 6 for remaining program courses in 2015.

ALLIED MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES Sports Outing Sponsorship Opportunities The annual BOMA Georgia Sports Outing, sponsored by SERVPRO of Decatur, is scheduled for Oct. 2 at Stone Mountain. Companies can gain access and exposure at this flagship BOMA event by reserving one or more of the remaining sponsorship opportunities listed below.

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Golf Hole Sponsor SOLD OUT Specialty Golf Contest Sponsor Food Sponsors Driving Range Sponsor Tennis Sponsor

BOMA Georgia

Where business really gets done!

www.bomageorgia.org/2015-boma-georgia-sports-outing

Get plugged in with the AMRG

AMRG

Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG) events are open to all vendors and service providers. AMRG events are a great way to network with other service providers in the real estate industry, and every meeting will feature an educational topic valuable to building management partners. The AMRG meets quarterly.

2015 Meeting Dates • A Conversation with Motivational Speaker Jason Roberts Aug. 12 | 10-11 a.m.

• Using DISC to Improve Your Sales Performance Nov. 10 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Registration for these AMRG meetings can be found on the BOMA Georgia website, www.BOMAGeorgia.org.

Increase your exposure with BOMA sponsorships Companies looking to increase their exposure, gain access to company decision makers and demonstrate their support for BOMA Georgia can become sponsors of BOMA Georgia and its events. BOMA Georgia has a wide selection of annual sponsorships that will be available beginning in late 2015 and early 2016, but your company might consider some of this year’s remaining sponsorship opportunities below.

Remaining 2015 Sponsorships • • • •

September and November Green Real Estate Network Meetings August Young Professionals Lunch-and-Learn Building Engineering 101 Course Day (3 available) Sports Outing Sponsorships (mentioned above)

For more details on these sponsorship opportunities, contact BOMA Georgia Executive Director Gabriel Eckert by email at geckert@bomageorgia.org or call (404) 475-9980.

Note: Published sponsorship availability is current as of July 8, 2015.

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2015 FALL BOMAACTIVITY PLANNER BOMI Designation courses offered by BOMA Georgia

To register for any of the designation courses below, place a check in the box to the left of the event and complete the registration information below and return this form via fax to (404) 475-9980 or by mail to BOMA Georgia, 5901-C Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30328.

2015 FALL RPA, FMA and HP Courses

All RPA, FMA and HP Courses are hosted from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the BOMA Georgia Conference Center.

Design, Operation and Maintenance Course Part II

BOMA Members: $1,035 | Non-members: $1,285

August 19-21

The course provides an understanding of electrical systems and lighting, elevator maintenance and modernization, and pest and solid waste management. It also covers security issues, fire and safety systems and energy management concerns. This course is eligible for the BOMA Georgia Foundation Revolving Fund Program.

High-Performance Sustainable Building Practices BOMA Members: $1,035 | Non-members: $1,285 August 26-28 This course is a part of BOMI’s new High-Performance Certificate Program. Throughout this course, you will learn how to effectively optimize and apply sustainable best practices-that cover every aspect of the built environment-to drive operational efficiencies for a highperformance building. This course is eligible for the BOMA Georgia Foundation Revolving Fund Program.

Leasing and Marketing BOMA Members: $1,035 | Non-members: $1,285 September 16-18 In this course, you will gain the skills needed to successfully lease and market building space under favorable as well as adverse economic conditions. You will learn to conduct targeted market surveys; to develop a marketing plan that will please both the owner and the tenant. This course is eligible for the BOMA Georgia Foundation Revolving Fund Program.

Ethics is Good Business ShortCourse BOMA Members: $395 | Non-members: $495 October 29 (1 Day Only Understand the effect that ethical behavior can have on your professional performance and your property’s bottom line. Through presentations of real-life scenarios and case studies, you will identify and resolve ethical dilemmas that can occur on the job.

Real Estate Investment and Finance BOMA Members: $1,035 | Non-members: $1,285 November 4-6 Through this course, you will learn to take charge of real estate investments in order to maximize the value of a property. You will develop knowledge about basic financial concepts as they relate to real estate. Similarly, you will learn to evaluate real estate investments and to develop budgets that estimate net operating income. This course is eligible for the BOMA Georgia Foundation Revolving Fund Program.

2015 SMT and SMA Courses

Regular SMA/SMT Course pricing is $1,035 for members and $1,285 for non-members. All 2015 SMA/SMT courses feature an embedded scholarship from the BOMA Georgia Foundation for all registered students lowering the price to $535 for members and $785 for non-members. All 2015 classess are hosted from 3-7 p.m. at Two Alliance Center.

Air Handling, Water Treatment and Plumbing

BOMA Members: $535 | Non-members: $785

Tuesdays, August 4-September 8

Through this course, you will learn about climate control for human comfort, the components of HVAC systems and the basics of water treatment and plumbing systems. You will gain the skills and knowledge to perform common water tests, maintain air-conditioning systems, maintain water services and inspect portable fire extinguishers.

Electrical Systems and Illumination BOMA Members: $535 | Non-members: $785 Tuesdays, October 6-November 10 This course provides you with a clear understanding of electricity basics, the skills needed to measure electrical consumption, and the ability to recognize, set up, and maintain reliable and effective maintenance and safety systems.

Please select your BOMI Enrollment Status (This section is required for registration) BOMI Designation Enrollment Fee: I wish to pursue a BOMI designation. (RPA, FMA, SMT, SMA, Enhanced HP) Please charge the one-time BOMI enrollment fee of $175.

Year 2015 Exceptions: First time enrollees to the HP certificate program pay only $100. Any professional who passes the Foundations of Real Estate Management course (BOMA Georgia’s Property Management 101) and registers for at least one RPA designation course within 90 days of completing their exam will not have to pay the $175 RPA designation program enrollment fee!

Non-Enrollment Charge: I am not pursuing a BOMI designation.

(Note: You will be charged a $75 BOMI course fee for every course checked above.)

Currently Enrolled: I am currently enrolled in a BOMI designation program. No Charge

Registration: Name _________________________________________ Company ________________________________________ Address ____________________________________ City _________________________ St ______ Zip ______________ Phone _______________________________________ Email ___________________________________

Payment:

Check enclosed

Credit card, (mark details below)

Name on Card ________________________________ Card Number ____________________________________ Expiration Date ______________ Amount to charge (mark one):

BOMA Member Rate

Non-Member Rate

Signature _________________________________________________________ Payment: You will not receive your book(s) until full payment is received. Payment must be received in the BOMA Georgia office no later than seven working days prior to the class start date. There is a $100 late fee for registrations less than two weeks prior to the course start date.

Cancellation policy: Those who cancel within two weeks of the start date will receive a 50 percent refund. There are no refunds for cancellations after the start of the class.

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2015 FALL BOMA ACTIVITY PLANNER SHARED INTEREST GROUPs, CERTIFICATE COURSES AND SEMINARS

To register for any of the events below, place a check in the box to the left of the event and complete the registration information below and return this form via fax to (404) 475-9980 or by mail to BOMA Georgia, 5901-C Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30328.

EVENT

DATE

TIME

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Facilities Management Shared Interest Group Meeting

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Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG) Event

Aug. 12

10-11:15 a.m.

BOMA PM 101

Begins Aug. 14

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Aug. 11

MEMBER RATE

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

NORMAL RATE

Free, requires registration

ADD LATE FEE

$20.00

$5 after Aug. 7

Free, requires registration

$50

$10 after Aug. 7

$599.00

$699.00

$75 after Aug. 7

Notes: Sponsored by Remediation Group. Not open to non-sponsoring vendors and service providers.

Notes: Sponsored by ABM, Peachtree Pest Control, Valley Crest, Allied Barton Security Service and The BEST Consultant.

Young Professionals Lunch and Learn

Aug. 26

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free, requires registration

$30.00

$5 after Aug. 21

Medical Office Building SIG Meeting

Sept. 1

8-9:30 a.m.

Free, requires registration

$35.00

$5 after Aug. 28

Commercial HVAC - 3rd Module

Begins Sept. 10

5-7:30 p.m.

$625.00

$725.00

N/A

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

Sept. 15

8-9:30 a.m.

$20.00

$35.00

$5 after Sept. 11

LEEDv4 Green Associate Exam Prep

Sept. 15

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

$295.00

$325.00

$10 after Sept. 11

The State of Sustainability in Georgia Seminar

Sept. 24

8-11 a.m.

Free, requires registration

$99

$10 after Sept. 18

Building Engineering 101

Begins Sept. 30

7:30-11:30 a.m.

$369.00

$419.00

$75 after Sept. 25

Notes: Sponsored by Roof Partners

Notes: Sponsored by Capital City Mechanical, The BEST Consultant and SERVPRO of Decatur

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LEED AP - Operations and Maintenance Oct. 6 Exam Prep

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

$295.00

$325.00

$10 after Oct. 2

Industrial SIG Meeting

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free, requires registration

$20.00

$5 after Oct. 9

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Facilities Management Shared Interest Group Meeting

$20.00

$5 after Oct. 16

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Oct. 14

Notes: Sponsored by The BEST Consultant. Not open to non-sponsoring vendors and service providers.

Oct. 20

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free, requires registration

Notes: Sponsored by EPIC Response. Not open to non-sponsoring vendors and service providers New Member Orientation

Nov. 3

10-11:30 a.m.

Free, requires registration

N/A

N/A

Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG) Event

Nov. 10

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free, requires registration

$50

$10 after Nov. 6

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

Nov. 17

8-9:30 a.m.

$20.00

$35.00

$5 after Nov. 13

Young Professionals After Hours

Nov. 19

4:30-6:30 p.m.

$20.00

$35.00

$5 after Nov. 13

Dec. 1

8-9:30 a.m.

Free

$35.00

$5 after Nov. 27

Notes: Sponsored by Mayberry Electric Medical Office Building SIG Meeting

Notes: Sponsored by Full Circle Restoration

Registration:

Payment:

Name __________________________________________

Name on Card ___________________________ Card Number ______________________________

Company _______________________________________

Expiration Date ______________

Address _________________________________________

Amount to charge (mark one):

City __________________ St ______ Zip ______________ Phone __________________________________________

Check enclosed

Credit card, (mark details below)

Member Rate

Normal Rate

I am a non-member qualifying for the member rate through my company. (applies to Young Professionals meetings, Building Engineering 101, PM 101 and 201, and Commercial HVAC where pricing is based on the registrant’s employer’s membership status)

Fax _____________________________________________

I agree to pay any late fees that may be applicable at the time of my registration submission. Events and dates are subject to change and cancellation. Registrants will be notified in the event of a cancellation.

Email ___________________________________________

Signature _________________________________________________________

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REVOLVING FUND EDUCATION SUPPORT PROGRAM

The Revolving Fund Education Support Program is designed to assist real estate professionals whose company will reimburse the entire cost of educational programs after the employee passes an exam. Through the program, the BOMA Georgia Foundation will pay the entire cost of RPA, FMA, HP, SMT, and SMA courses, and upon successful completion is reimbursed for the entire course cost and all BOMI enrollment fees and/or late fees at the time of registration by the individual’s employer. Take advantage of this program with the remaining RPA, FMA, HP, SMT, and SMA courses this fall.

Download the application from the BOMA Georgia Foundation website.

FOUNDATION The BOMA Georgia Foundation stays on top of the trends that matter to the industry: high-performance building operations; well educated real estate professionals; and cutting-edge research.

Through involvement with the Foundation, you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the commercial real estate industry.

Donors fund research and educational opportunities that create a positive, lasting impact of the industry. Questions are answered and career paths are defined and realized when you get involved in the Foundation.

GEORGIA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND BUILDING ENGINEERING SALARY AND BENEFITS SURVEY

Biennially, the Foundation produces a Georgia Property Management Salary and Benefits Survey. The research includes extensive salary and benefits data for various property management and building engineering positions. Position titles have been standardized and include descriptions, which enable Georgia real estate companies to benchmark their salary and benefits. The survey helps you stay competitive in the marketplace and is a useful tool during budget season.

Order you copy from the BOMA Georgia Foundation website.

BECOME A BOMA GEORGIA FOUNDATION DONOR

The work of the BOMA Georgia Foundation would not be possible without the support of our generous donors. Whether a donation is made by a company or an individual, every contribution is vital to the Foundation’s mission of advancing real estate education and research.

BOMA Georgia has different levels of recognition for both individuals and companies, and donors are recognized on a calendar-year basis. Learn more by visiting the Foundation website.

Advancing Real Estate Education and Research www.BOMAGeorgiaFoundation.org

GUIDE FOR BUDGET SEASON 2016 MEMBERSHIP DUES

PAY IT FORWARD

Property Managers: More than 100,000 SQ FT $1,710 0-100,000 SQ FT $905

Allied Members: Key Rep $1,710 Additional Members $860

Additional Members 2 to 10 members 11 to 20 members More than 20 members

BTO Members: w/ member companies w/ non-member companies

Key Rep

$860 $790 $670

Student Members: $50

Facility Managers:

$860

Additional Members: 2 to 10 members 11 to 20 members More than 20 members

$150 $190

$860 $790 $6670

Donate to the BOMA Georgia Foundation The BOMA Georgia Foundation is advancing real estate education and research. Consider paying it forward by budgeting a corporate donation to the Foundation in 2016. Every donation makes a difference.

Corporate Donor Levels

Dues invoices will be sent on October 1 for 2016 dues renewal. Dues must be mailed and paid by December 31, 2015 to continue membership. Please consider the following price points from 2015 when planning your budgets for 2016.

Associate Level | $500-$999 Bachelor Level | $1,000-$2,499 Master Level | $2,500-$4,999 Doctorate Level | $5,000-$9,999 Post-Doctorate Level | $10,000 and above

2016 EDUCATION AND EVENTS PRICING FULL-PRICE BOMI COURSES*:

FULL-PRICE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS*:

LUNCHEONS/BREAKFASTS*:

Members: $1045 | Non-members: $1295

PM 101 and 201 Member:$599 | Non-Member: $699 BE 101 Member: $369 | Non-Member:$419 Commercial HVAC Member:$635 | Non-Member $735

TOBY/Association Awards Banquet $69 BTO Lunch Member: Free | Non-Member: $40 BTO Breakfast Member: Free | Non-Member: $35

Exceptions include the Ethics is Good Business ShortCourse, SMT/SMA Courses and the Budgeting and Accounting RPA Course.

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Tip: For other pricing estimates, consider the prices found in the activity planner on pages 6 and 7.

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Committees and Shared Interest Groups

Complete and return this form to BOMA Georgia using the contact information located in the footer.

You will be added to your committee and SIG selections after this sign-up sheet has been received by the BOMA Georgia office. You will be notified via email regarding the next meeting of your committee(s) and groups.

IMPORTANT: BOMA Georgia committees are for members only and operate on a calendar-year basis. Shared Interest Groups are open to non-members, but some may restrict vendor and service provider attendance.

Name ______________________________________________ Company ________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________ City _________________________________ St ________ Zip __________ Phone ________________________________ Fax _________________________________Email ________________________________ Please place a check mark inside the white boxes to the left of each group you wish to join.

2015 BOMA Georgia Committees Members Only

Allied Member Resource Group (AMRG)

Serves as the representative body for allied members and creates a supportive interaction between regular and allied members. Meets four times during the year.

Awards Committee Closed for 2015

Plans and conducts an annual awards program to recognize individuals for their contributions to the association and the industry.

Meets one time in January.

BOMA Technical Organization

Develops and provides programs for building engineers. Meets throughout the year.

Community Service Committee

Researches community needs and develops plans to assist. Meets throughout the year.

Editorial Board

Determines the theme for each quarterly issue of Insight magazine and suggests ideas and topics. Meets quarterly.

Government Affairs Committee

Monitors studies and recommends policy and advocacy strategies on legislative and regulatory matters affecting real estate. Meets throughout the year, mainly during the state legislative session.

Membership Committee

Plans and conducts ongoing membership recruitment and retention programs. Meets throughout the year.

Professional Development Council

Approves professional development programs and guides development of programs for young professionals and ensures RPA, FMA, SMT and SMA designation courses are offered. Meets four times per year.

Sports Outing Committee

Plans and supports the annual BOMA Georgia Sports Outing and meets June through October.

TOBY Judging Committee Closed for 2015

Judges and selects winners for The Outstanding Building of the Year Awards. Meets in January.

2015 Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) All real estate professionals, with some restrictions.

Young Professionals

BOMA Georgia’s Young Professionals Shared Interest Group (YP SIG) is for individuals 35 years old and under who are interested in advancing their careers in the commercial real estate industry.

Medical Office Building Managers

The Medical Office Building Shared Interest Group (MOB SIG) is organized to address the specific interests of medical office building managers and engineers.

Green Real Estate Network

The Green Real Estate Network is for professionals who are interested in increasing their knowledge of green and sustainable practices. Members of this group will receive invitations to green breakfasts and be the first to know about green and sustainable course offerings from BOMA Georgia.

Industrial (Not open to vendors/service providers) The Industrial Shared Interest Group (Industrial SIG) is geared solely to the needs and interests of industrial real estate managers.

Facilities Management (Not open to vendors/service providers) The Facilities Management Shared Interest Group (FM SIG)addresses the important issues and big questions of Facilities Management property professionals.

Social Media Messengers

BOMA Georgia’s Social Media Messengers (SMM) is a unique group for social media savvy commercial real estate industry professionals who enjoy creating engaging social media conversations in and about the commercial real estate industry. Members of this group meet virtually (email and Yammer) to plan and create social media dialogue related to BOMA Georgia and the real estate industry.

Trade Show Committee Closed for 2015

Plans and supports the BOMA Georgia Trade Show and meets January through May

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Budget for BOMA Ad

Membership Dues Designation Courses Certificate Courses Seminars, Luncheons and Summits (More info on page 8) www.BOMAGeorgia.org www.BOMAGeorgiaFoundation.org www.BOMALegacy.org