2016 Insight Issue 2

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA

ISSUE 2, 2016

Insight The CommerCial real esTaTe Journal®

First Class: HP PrOGraM Graduates ......21

Legislative Session Wrap Up.......................................... 10 Foundation Study Explores Staffing Ratios............................... 13 New Security Tech ........................ 16 www.BOMAGeorgia.org

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Insight: The Commercial Real Estate Journal® is published for: BOMA Georgia 5901-C Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30328 (404) 475-9980 / (404) 475-9987 – fax info@bomageorgia.org www.BOMAGeorgia.org www.BOMALegacy.org www.BOMAGeorgiaFoundation.org Executive Editor: Jacob Wilder jwilder@bomageorgia.org Managing Editor: Ala Yaktieen ayaktieen@bomageorgia.org 2016 BOMA GEORGIA OFFICERS President: Ian Hughes, LEED GA President-Elect: Todd Mitchell, RPA, CCIM Vice President: Marie Worsham, CPM, RPA Treasurer: Kinsey Hinkson, RPA Immediate Past President: Mark Dukes, RPA, CCIM DIRECTORS Trenton Patterson, RPA; Bert Locke, Jr., RPA; Carla Moule; Don Henry, CFA; Orlando Ojeda; Stacy Abbate, RPA; Karen Everett, LEED GA; Karlton Holston; Paula Linck; Amanda Madrid, RPA, FMA, LEED GA; Russell Copeland EDITORIAL COMMITTEE Chair: Mark Harrington, RPA, LEED GA Vice Chair: M. Kelly Furr, RPA Staff Liaisons: Jacob Wilder, Ala Yaktieen Members: Angie Champion; Adam Bonner, LEED GA; Amanda Daniels; Amy M. Timms, LEED GA; Amy Davidson, LEED GA; Christopher A. Bowlin, EIT; Cheryl Faulkner; Gina Campbell; Hal Moore; Jack Kennedy; John C. Harcourt; Lorry Jensen; Marie Kastens, RPA, CCIM; Mark Gallman, SMA, SMT, LEED GA; Michael McIntosh; Patti Brown; Phil Mobley; Robert Fuhr; Scott Carter; Christopher S. Smith; Steven Kristensen; Tarah Malek; Tina Mershon; Vontre’Ale Terry Published by: 5950 NW 1st Place Gainesville, FL 32607 (800) 369-6220 / (352) 332-3331 – fax www.naylor.com Publisher: David Evans Editorial Liaison: Rachel Brown Project Manager: Daniel Membrillo Advertising Director: Ketan Solanki Marketing: Nancy Taylor Advertising Representatives: Ketan Solanki, John O’Neil, Chris Zabel, Stephen Cofino, Paul Fecio, Ashley Benton, Amanda Blanchard, Albert Williams, Brian Agnes, Nick Manis, Jason Ruppert, Rob Shafer Layout & Design: Gordon Klassen Acceptance of advertising in BOMA Georgia’s Insight: The Commercial Real Estate Journal® does not imply BOMA Georgia’s endorsement or approval of the product or service advertised. All information has been checked for accuracy to the best of the publisher’s ability, but makes no warranties, implied or otherwise.

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FEATURES LEGISLATIVE.....................................................10 Hitchhiker’s Guide to the General Assembly + Legislative Session Wrap Up

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA

Georgia’s legislative session is swift and energetic. The House and Senate convene annually on the second Monday of January and meet for 40 working days, usually finishing their business in early spring.

BY Katie Roberts, Fiveash Stanley

ISSUE 2, 2016

Insight THE COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE JOURNAL®

OPERATIONS ....................................................13 BOMA Georgia Foundation Sponsors Second Major Research Project

Thanks to the BOMA Georgia Foundation, real estate professionals in the Atlanta area have another tool to aid them in their quest to find just the right staffing mix for an effective property team.

BY Phil Mobley, Building Engines

TECHNOLOGY .................................................. 16 New Security Technologies

HP PROGRAM GRADUATES ......21

Like most technology markets, security technology is advancing rapidly. There are many enhancements providing clients with benefits that were not possible before.

BY David English, VP of Sales, Southeastern Security Professionals (SSP)

TRENDING IN #CRE ........................................21 BOMA Georgia Graduates First Class of HP Program Students

In March, BOMA Georgia graduated the first class of the Building Owners and Managers Institute International’s High-Performance Program students.

BY Jacob Wilder, BOMA Georgia

HUMAN INTEREST/SELF HELP .......................25 Interactive Inspiration

How do you feel when the golden summer sun warms your face, when you sidle up to a smokey, crackling campfire, when you smell hot cinnamon rolls baking, or when wrapped in a thick velvet blanket on a chilly night?

BY Amanda Daniels, Element Restoration Group

TECHNICAL/ENGINEERING .............................28 Lightning Protection: How Electrical Storms Affect You

Legislative Session Wrap Up.......................................... 10 New Security Technologies.................................. 16 Foundation Study Explores Staffing Ratios............................... 13 www.BOMAGeorgia.org

ABOUT THE COVER — Congratulations to these inaugural HP Program graduates (left to right): Adam Bonner, LEED GA, Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc. Judi Sponsel, RPA|HP, America’s Capital Partners Robert Mills, RPA|HP, FMA|HP, ACoM, SMA, SMT, Mills Investments Andre Kearns, RPA|HP, Metro Atlanta Chamber

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Networking with Intention

BY Ian Hughes, LEED ga BOMa georgia President

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etworking and the open exchange of ideas—these are two of six core purposes for which BOMA Georgia exists.

I believe that in addition to BOMA’s educational offerings, our networking events are unmatched. This is proven time and again with sold-out events like our successful April 22 BOMA Bowl event and our sold-out BOMA Show. Thank you to the property management professionals and our building management partners who help facilitate successful events like these.

I can’t speak highly enough of the value BOMA Allied Members bring to our organization. Their support of our events through membership dues, sponsorship support and participation in the mission of the BOMA family shouldn’t go unnoted. I continue to be grateful for the contributions of time, talent and resources that our allied members give. This is why I think it is especially important to do business with those who support our association.

I look forward to other flagship networking events that BOMA Georgia will host in 2016. These include our Sports Outing, as well as our May, August, September and November Luncheons.

Since I brought it up, I want to offer a quick tip for all real estate professionals who are eager to participate in our annual Sports Outing on Sept. 30 at Chateau Elan. This event sells out every year!

What does that mean? That means that usually around July or the beginning of August, all sponsorships and player spots have been filled. Be on the lookout for registration following the May 25 BOMA Show.

A comment that we hear often about our events—especially among newer members—is that there are so many people attending these meetings that they often don’t know where to begin and get plugged in.

As what you might call an “established” BOMA member, allow me to share with you five tips based on my experience in BOMA. 1. Purposefully plan to sit and speak with someone or a group of people you don’t know. If you always sit with the same group of people, your success in networking in BOMA will always yield the same result. When not serving in my official capacity, I always try to sit with new people. More often than not, I gain some new information or enhance my professional network.

2. Make time for BOMA. This sounds a bit self-serving, but many of our veteran BOMA members will tell you that you will only get out of membership what you put in. If you aren’t getting involved, you aren’t tapping into the full value of BOMA membership. As BOMA grows bigger, we have to grow smaller too. You do that by volunteering on BOMA Georgia committees INSIGHT | Issue 2, 2016 | www.BOMAGeorgia.org | 7

and participating in Shared Interest Group events. These manageable gatherings of members (committees) and industry professionals (shared interest groups) are more manageable for networking and demonstrating your skill set.

3. Invite someone! You could pick any event on the BOMA calendar and invite a peer, client, mentor or mentee to join you. This action is two-fold. First, you are specifically carving out time to build a specific business relationship.

Second, you are inviting that member of your network to participate with you in the discovery of new potential clients, business contacts and BOMA! 4. Don’t broadcast your business cards.

They aren’t Frisbees. If they were, they would be disc-shaped. Treat your business card like a gift that you want to give someone. Likewise, when you ask for someone’s business card, be sure to express to them the honor that it is for you to receive their card.

I hope you will put these tips to good use in the coming months as you seek to grow professionally and expand your network.

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5. Don’t let other event attendees sit alone. Sadly, I see this happen all the time, even at BOMA events. Someone new to BOMA isn’t comfortable intruding on a table, so they opt to sit at an empty table when there remains plenty of open seats at filled tables nearby. Not only will they miss out, but you might miss out too. You never know what that untapped connection could have done for your career.

These steps I’ve outlined make networking more intentional. If we don’t intend to do something, it will never happen. If we don’t plan to do what we intend, rarely will we ever achieve it by sheer chance.

I hope you will put these tips to good use in the coming months as you seek to grow professionally and expand your network. I would be remiss if I didn’t share with you just one other important networking event that you can begin registering for right now.

The 2017 BOMA Southern Region Conference is being hosted in Atlanta by the BOMA Georgia Foundation and presented

by SERVPRO Fire and Water Cleanup and Restoration. The conference will take place April 5-8 at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead.

Since most of us live in Georgia, this is too big of an opportunity to pass up. Any Southern Region Conference veteran attendee will tell you that you can’t match these opportunities for networking, education and fun. Plus, you will get to see some of the best buildings and real estate professionals in the Southern Region compete in the regional TOBY and awards competition. Visit www.BOMASRC2017.org for more details and to register.

Please let me leave you with this update to my traditional charge. Not only should you share this issue of Insight with your owners and asset managers, but also be intentional in sharing the benefits you receive from this publication. While you’re at it, be sure to invite them to join you at one of BOMA Georgia’s upcoming events this year.

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BY Katie Roberts, Fiveash Stanley

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eorgia’s legislative session is swift and energetic. The House and Senate convene annually on the second Monday of January and meet for 40 working days, usually finishing their business in early spring.

The short calendar means policy issues are constantly evolving. To help members stay up to speed, BOMA Georgia distributes a legislative report each week during session. Now that the 2016 session has concluded, there is time to discuss the legislative process, not just policies.

The legislative process appears straightforward—at least on paper. A member of the General Assembly works with a legislative lawyer to draft a bill or resolution that proposes to change the official code of Georgia or the state’s Constitution. That member, now the sponsor of the legislation, formally files the bill with the Clerk of the House or the Secretary of the Senate. Then, the legislation is officially read and assigned to a standing committee the next legislative day.

Once a bill is assigned to committee, the committee’s chairperson may place it on the agenda for an upcoming meeting. The sponsor will present the legislation to the committee and answer members’ questions. Others might testify in support or opposition of the measure.

The committee can make changes—major or minor— to legislation, sometimes doing so without the support of the sponsor. Once the committee believes the bill has been “perfected,” they can vote to pass or defeat it. Most frequently, bills are assigned to a committee and never even receive a hearing, languishing unceremoniously until time expires.

A bill that is favorably reported from a standing committee then goes to the Rules Committee. The Rules Committee acts as a gatekeeper, deciding which measures will make it to the House or Senate floor for a full vote. This is another hurdle where many bills simply fall short. In the House alone, over 60 measures simply did not make it out of the Rules Committee this year.

A bill that makes it out of the Rules Committee is placed on the debate calendar. This is the quintessential legislative experience you are probably familiar with: the sponsor presents the bill to all members in the expansive chamber, members stand at their desk with microphone in hand to ask questions and debate the merits of the legislation.

When debate is over, members vote and the measure passes or fails. Most bills that make it to the floor are benign and overwhelmingly pass. The contentious bills, like religious freedom and gun legislation, with split votes are the ones that make the news, but they are certainly an anomaly.

After all of the maneuvering and potential pitfalls, legislation still has a long way to go. The process repeats in the opposite chamber: a bill is officially read and moves its way through the two-part committee process before receiving a floor vote. The bill can be stalled or defeated at any point in the progression.

It is rare for a bill to make it all the way to the floor in the second chamber without being amended along the way. When a bill is altered, it is returned to the original chamber so those members can agree to the changes. The bill goes to the governor for signing only when the legislation has been adopted in the exact same form in both the House and the Senate.

The governor has 40 days after the session ends to take action on legislation. He can sign, veto or take no action. If he takes no action, the bill automatically becomes law at the end of the 40-day window. Some bills specify an effective date, but most new laws become effective July 1.

This year, BOMA monitored over 70 separate bills for the commercial real estate industry, including two initiated by BOMA. For a comprehensive look at all legislation of interest, please contact your Government Affairs Committee.

Senate Bill 321, sponsored by Hunter Hill (R-Atlanta) provides protections against the public disclosure of any financial, operational or consumption data related to a person’s use of public utilities, water or wastewater in any way that identifies the person. The legislation was

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BY Katie Roberts, Fiveash Stanley

introduced to address recent local government activities that require property owners to submit utility consumption data for publication by the local government. The bill was favorably reported from the Senate Economic Development & Tourism Committee, but the sponsor and Association agreed to hold the bill in the Rules Committee after concessions to the industry were made at the local level. BOMA members will reevaluate the need for legislative intervention before the start of the 2017 session.

House Bill 200, sponsored by Don Parsons (R-Marietta), restores and narrowly expands the income tax credit for the installation of electric vehicle and compressed natural gas charging stations. The credit has been available for many years, but unrelated legislation served to limit the type of eligible property. The bill was adopted by the House in the 2015 session, but the Senate Finance Committee did not have an appetite for this type of tax-credit legislation this year.

The Association will continue to advocate for charging station incentives through Senate Resolution 1038, which creates a study committee of House and Senate members to look at the state’s alternative fuels infrastructure.

The committee is expected to meet a handful of times before the end of the year.

BOMA Georgia members who are interested in the legislative process or learning more about issues important to commercial real estate should consider joining the Government Affairs Committee. Committee members are invited to participate in BOMA’s Day at the Capitol, where you are able to lobby lawmakers directly and interact with movers and shakers in state government. This year’s group lobbied senators on behalf of Senate Bill 321, took a photo with Governor Nathan Deal and heard from the state Environmental Protection Division and Attorney General regarding the federal Clean Power Plan. Mark your calendars—BOMA Day 2017 is scheduled for February 14!

2016 is an election year for all 236 members of the House and Senate.

Twenty legislators will not seek reelection, setting up several highly contested races around the state.

Over 50 lawmakers have an opponent in the Primary Election on May 24, including an unusual number of high-ranking senators. Many districts naturally lean towards a specific party so the fiercest competition can be during the Primary. There are 45 incumbents face opposition in November.

How can you get involved?

Ensure you are registered and make time to vote in each election. You can vote early in person or by mail. State law even mandates Saturday voting if you will be away from your precinct when polls are open on election day.

There is simply no reason not to vote!

April 26 May 24

Deadline to register to vote in the Primary (absentee in-person voting begins May 2 with mandatory Saturday voting on May 14)

PRIMARY ELECTION July 26 Primary Runoff Election (where needed) October 11 Deadline to register to vote in the General

GENERAL ELECTION November 8 (absentee in-person voting begins October 17 with mandatory Saturday voting on October 29)

*For a complete list of election dates, visit the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office at sos.ga.gov.

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BOMA Georgia Foundation Sponsors Second Major Research Project

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unning a successful commercial real estate asset requires boots on the ground. The trouble for building owners and managers is determining exactly how many boots—and on precisely which ground to deploy them. Having the right number of people and placing them in the right roles can make all the difference in a building’s performance. Now, thanks to

BY Phil Mobley, Building Engines the BOMA Georgia Foundation, real estate professionals in the Atlanta area have another tool to aid them in their quest to find just the right staffing mix for an effective property team.

Research is one of the pillars of the Foundation’s mission to advance the commercial real estate industry. According to Pat Freeman, the Foundation’s current chair, the goal of this research is to create outputs that are intensely practical.

“We believe we can greatly leverage real estate practitioners’ time and resources by providing legitimate data sets in key areas so they have context for making decisions,” Freeman said.

After sponsoring BOMA Georgia’s periodic salary and benefits survey in 2014, the area of staffing roles and ratios was a logical next step for the Foundation.

“The people part of our industry is central to what we do,” Freeman explained. “As the apparent trend toward more efficient staffing structures continues, it made sense to extend our research efforts to better understand what staffing levels are actually in place. We wanted to know both ‘How much?’ and ‘How many?’”

Judging from the enthusiastic response to the study from building owners and managers, the topic was well chosen. The study featured 26 different building ownership and management organizations participating in the inaugural Metro Atlanta Commercial Real Estate Staffing Ratio Study, which was conducted by Koine Communications on the Foundation’s behalf. Altogether, respondents submitted data for 110 buildings, representing approximately 27 million square feet. The fieldwork was performed in late 2015, with the report released in January.

Relevant Peer Analysis In keeping with the theme of practical actionability, the report is designed to be easily digestible, with information grouped into specific peer groups.

“We wanted to demonstrate a capability to make the raw data useful,” said Freeman. “We did not just want to provide numbers; we wanted to present them meaningfully to facilitate real-world application.”

Any property manager will tell you that no two buildings are exactly alike. There will always need to be caveats for special cases, and good managers will always know how best to account for them. Still, peer benchmarks are invaluable when there is good justification for their relevance. In this case, analysis of staffing ratios revealed similar tendencies for several clusters of buildings. Central Business District (CBD) buildings—defined as those in downtown and midtown Atlanta, as well as Buckhead—comprised one peer group. Suburban buildings were split into two different groups, with Class A buildings in one group and Class B/C buildings in another.

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Medical Office Buildings (MOBs) and Corporate Facilities also merited their own categories, rounding out the list of five peer groups.

Intriguing Results The results reveal fascinating comparisons and contrasts across the peer groups. From a property management perspective, the average staffing intensity is reasonably consistent, with approximately one property management full-time equivalent (FTE) employed for every 200,000 square feet—though it does appear that Suburban Class B/C buildings tend to spread their staff somewhat thinner. (See Figure 1) More consequential differences begin to emerge in the engineering category, with MOBs and Corporate Facilities staffing relatively more heavily and Suburban Class B/C relatively less. (See Figure 2) Figure 1: Overall Average PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FTEs per 200k SF 1.75 1.40 1.05 0.70

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director inquired about staffing data in the Atlanta market. In addition to his internal data, Gallman was able to provide solid benchmarks.

“Our headquarters in Raleigh now knows that Atlanta has access to good data,” he said.

Gallman was also pleasantly surprised by the data itself.

“The most interesting takeaway for me was that it did not match my prior perception,” he explained.

Based on informal conversations with industry colleagues, he assumed they were staffing at a lower intensity than the report’s results would suggest.

“I had thought everyone else was leaner. But it turns out that the levels are higher than I expected, particularly in the CBD (Central Business District),” Gallman now has objective peer data to calibrate his assumptions.

What’s Next Having now sponsored two, separate research initiatives, plus one topical white paper, the Foundation looks to keep identifying opportunities to collect and disseminate information that helps industry professionals perform better. Pat Freeman believes it is well-positioned for further research.

“The mere presence of this type of report communicates that there is an entity that is eager to support practitioners with highquality data,” he remarked. “That will prompt feedback from the Foundation’s constituents to share ideas about future efforts as they realize, ‘Hey, we know about salaries and staffing ratios now; what else would we like to know about?’”

Gabriel Eckert, the Foundation’s executive director agrees, pointing out that the staffing ratio idea itself came from within BOMA Georgia’s membership.

“This research underscores the foundation’s commitment to serving the industry, while also highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit that has long been present within the BOMA Georgia family,” he said.

Of course, the Foundation’s total efforts are quite broad. To date it has also awarded more than 100 scholarships to industry professionals for continuing education, and in 2017, it will be the official host of the BOMA Southern Region Conference—a first for a Foundation of its kind. It has already accomplished quite a bit, and it has yet to reach its third birthday. Eckert and Freeman are justifiably proud of it all, including the research, which fills a particular stated need.

“The membership has been asking for tools to assess building operations in relation to peers,” Eckert noted. “It is exciting to see the Foundation leading the way.”

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Phil Mobley is head of research at Building Engines, a property management software company. He is also founder and principal of Koine Communications, the research firm that conducted the Metro Atlanta Commercial Real Estate Staffing Ratio Study. He has been a consultant to the industry for more than a decade.

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BY David English, vP of Sales, Southeastern Security Professionals (SSP)

ike most technology markets, security technology is advancing rapidly. There are many enhancements providing clients with benefits that were not possible before. A majority of these advancements have become available through the convergence of security and IT. As systems have become more dependent on networks, huge benefits have become available with information technology advancements. Below are a few of the most rapidly advancing technologies in security providing value to the client: • Megapixel IP Cameras and Video Analytics; • Data Transmission, Compression and Storage; and • Systems Convergence.

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Megapixel IP Cameras Video Surveillance is the most widely used technology relating to electronic security. The advancements in IT, including how we transfer data and store it, has made it possible for clients to cost effectively deploy megapixel cameras.

Single cameras with up to 40 megapixels are available in the market today. In the right situations these single, highmegapixel cameras can reduce camera counts and cost of infrastructure and deployment significantly. Additionally, video analytics reliability has advanced and costs have greatly reduced. Below are some of the most common benefits of video analytics:

Technologies • Situation specific alarm triggers— Notifications specific to certain activities; • S torage reduction—Reducing storage to certain types of activity like people or vehicle recognition; • Business insight—Track pattern changes in customer behavior; and • S afety—Notifications of activity of certain types in hazardous areas.

Data Transmission, Compression and Storage Advancements in how we transmit and store data have made a significant impact on the flexibility of systems and costs. New compression methods have provided us with the ability to transmit more data faster and store it more efficiently. This drives down total systems costs. Information technology departments are now more widely accepting security data transmission on their business networks, when in the past most systems needed their own infrastructure. Video surveillance has seen the most benefits of these advancements, where security can retain larger amounts of video for longer retention periods for fractions of the costs.

Systems Convergence Systems convergence, where relevant, can save the client a lot of time and resources. The convergence of IT and security allows for many systems to operate as one. Where the client before would need hardware triggers and inputs to integrate one system to another, they can now be accomplished from the sharing of data through different devices and systems on the network. Converged systems can provide the client with one user interface that serves multiple purposes, while increasing data accuracy and user efficiency, but limiting training costs.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT TECHNOLOGY Choosing the right technology to provide a business with security can prove to be a difficult task. Like many other markets, technology is advancing rapidly and what is considered leading edge today could be outdated in the near future and replaced with advancements beyond what the mind could imagine.

When vetting different technologies, some recommended questions below should be answered: Is the system on premise or off premise?

This will play a significant role in how the system is managed, which is discussed in more detail later.

How long has the product/technology been in production? This is important as it may play a significant role in the stability of the product. Don’t be a test subject of a new product or service. Remember that when a client asks for references, they should always check them. The client should also consider whether or not the manufacturer will continue with the product or version of offering. This is especially important when considering off premise.

How often is the system updated?

This will provide the buyer with input on how often advancements and fixes or new features are added to the product.

When deciding what technology to secure a business, there are several areas to consider.

Three of the most important that we will discuss in detail include feature set, levels of proprietary and total cost of ownership (TCO).

Feature Sets Security systems expectations should be discussed early. This will play a significant role in determining what feature sets and system structures will be most valuable to the client. There is no one solution that works for all.

Recommendations are to gather input from all departments of a business that will be affected and/or gain value from a security system. This may include IT, Compliance, HR, Finance, Facilities and Executive Management. Some key questions to consider when selecting feature sets include: • What is the purpose of the solution?

• What does it need to do?

• What is our budget for both upfront and ongoing maintenance?

• What is the most important decision-making factor?

The company should also consider their growth plan to ensure the systems they choose can accommodate what is needed today and in the future. The ideal solution will be scalable and allow for flexibility to purchase additional features as needed.

Many features may be expensive and make more sense to purchase at the time they are needed. This allows keeps upfront purchasing costs low, but with the ability to scale with the business needs. Waste is often observed with features that are purchased, but that will never be needed or add any value. One of the most over specified features is integration. With security technology, this term is most used or defined as two disparate products or systems that work together to make both systems more functional and easier to use.

When needed, integration can provide great benefits to the end user, but in most cases it is expensive to implement. To prevent waste prior to specifying or purchasing integration or other feature sets these questions should be asked: • What are the costs, both upfront and ongoing (make sure to consider configuration costs)?

• What are the benefits related to how we will use the systems?

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• How much time will this integration or feature set save us?

At this point one can begin to consider if the benefit of the integration or feature set is worth the costs for a business.

Levels of Proprietary Most technologies will include some level of proprietary. Before making the decision to partner with a manufacturer, the level of proprietary should be researched.

This research impacts continued service as well as TCO of the system(s). If the decision made is not desirable, upgrading to a new technology can prove to be costly.

Most security technologies have their own software that isn’t compatible with any other systems software. That being said, this article will cover proprietary as it relates to purchasing and ongoing service.

Currently in the security industry, there is no classification for the level of proprietary of systems. Typically we can break this down to three levels of proprietary—manufacturer direct, value added resellers, and distribution or open market.

Manufacturer Direct: This is the most 11:40 pm proprietary of choices. This is defined when the only avenue to purchase the product and continued service is direct from the manufacturer. The largest concern for the customer is no competition. Often times the initial upfront offerings will be priced very competitively with high costs for additions or ongoing service. Competition and choices are good for the customer and usually breed better value. Additionally the customer can find themselves settling for the level of service provided by the manufacturer with no other options. A positive note is that in this scenario the manufacturer representatives are usually certified and experts with the product offering.

Value Added Resellers (VAR): This is the middle of the road and what subject matter experts consider the best choice. This is defined when the manufacturer provides its products through certified resellers. These products in most cases will offer the client with several choices to source the products and services. This will typically provide the customer with a better level of service since

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most manufacturers require their resellers to be factory trained and certified to resell their solutions. In most cases—if not all—the client has multiple choices to choose from for ongoing service. This is beneficial to the end user to have options should a current service provider stop providing the customer with the level of service required or is no longer competitive in the market.

Distribution/ Open Market: This is the least proprietary of choices. This is defined when the manufacturer makes its products available through distribution sometimes— including internet-only distributors. This usually provides the customer with the greatest amount of competition and drives the lowest prices for the customer. Things to be cautious of and consider include the capabilities to service and manage warranties by the seller—since there is no guarantee they are a certified partner of the manufacturer. Also, this usually breeds extended wait times for manufacturer direct support and Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) processes due to the level of support required by those with no training or expertise with the solutions. It is also not uncommon to purchase refurbished equipment without knowledge.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) At times it can be extremely difficult to estimate the TCO of the solution. Many things should be considered and included to give an accurate comparison when considering options, including hardware costs, software costs, support agreements, costs of service, estimated frequency of service and internal implementation/ resource costs. Both feature sets and the level of proprietary will impact the TCO as well. Additionally, whether or not the software solution is offered as on premise or off premise—otherwise known as in the “cloud”—will play a significant impact on the TCO. On premise is when the software is installed and runs on computers on the premises of the organization using the software. Off-premise is when the software is hosted at a remote facility, typically a secure server farm and accessed over the internet.

Prior to 2005 it was uncommon for any off

Advancements in how we transmit and store data have made a significant impact on the flexibility of systems and costs. premise security solutions to be considered.

As the cloud has become more widely accepted, many companies choose to take advantage of the cloud when implementing their security solutions. Depending on what system, especially video surveillance, internet bandwidth may be a deciding factor as to which solution is best for business.

When considering off premise for security, always post the question to the provider that is managing this data and what are their security practices that will protect client’s data. To understand the cost differences and benefits of both on and off premise, IT should be involved because current infrastructure and how the company manages its existing network can impact the costs and decision of whether on or off premise is more beneficial for the business. Since most security systems technology—at some point—will communicate over the company network, it is recommended to at least include IT, if not tasking them with the management and decision. Often what is required from IT’s internal resources and hardware will make an impact on the TCO. Like most technology solutions, there are many things to consider when making the correct decision regarding what technology will secure the organization. The path to success lies in communicating internally and remaining informed on what will work best for the client’s business.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR David English is the VP of Sales for Southeastern Security Professionals (SSP) with over 15 years of experience in the electronic security and life safety industry.

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n March, Building Owners and Managers Association of Georgia (BOMA Georgia) graduated the first class of the BOMI International’s High-Performance (HP) Program students.

Congratulations to these inaugural HP Program graduates: • Adam Bonner, LEED GA, with Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc. • Andre Kearns, RPA|HP, with Metro Atlanta Chamber • Judi Sponsel, RPA|HP, with America’s Capital Partners • Robert Mills, RPA|HP, FMA|HP, ACoM, SMA, SMT, with Mills Investments.

BOMI International developed the new, threecourse program in partnership with BOMA Georgia.

The first graduates included three Atlanta natives and one student from California. All graduates earned the HP Certificate and three of the RPA designated students have enhanced their BOMI designations with the HP appended to their RPA and/ or FMA. The integrated and practical curriculum focuses on nearly every aspect of the sustainable built environment. Students of the program are equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to understand, create and apply sustainable initiatives at their properties. Equipped with this skill set, program graduates are prepared to operate and manage current and future high-performance buildings. The outcome is building management professionals who maximize cost-savings and environmental stewardship while reaching individual and professional development goals.

“The HP program is an innovative and practical way for real estate professionals to expand their knowledge of high-performance buildings and environmental sustainability, while directly benefiting the properties they own, manage or operate,” said BOMA Georgia Executive Director Gabriel Eckert, CAE. “It is exciting to see Georgians to be among the first in North America to earn the HP designation.”

Are you up for this professional challenge?

Insight staff profiled recent program graduates to find out how the program has impacted their professional development and what they intend to do with their new skill set.

As vice president of operations, Judi Sponsel, RPA|HP, with Americas Capital Partners is always looking for ways to operate her properties more efficiently. This inspired her decision to enroll in the new BOMI HP Program.

“I think in this business (real estate), we all need to stay in step with new technology,” Sponsel said. “More importantly, this program offers an opportunity to share experiences and knowledge with other students, which is very helpful.”

Sponsel said that the courses helped her identify multiple ways that she and other property professionals could add value for their clients, owners, asset managers and management teams. Now Judi Sponsel, RPA|HP when she presents her capital projects to decision makers, she is using the definitions, practices and financial information she learned during the program.

Sponsel said in the short term, she plans to lead her team by sharing some of the practices learned in these courses. As she shifts her focus to long-term goals, she hopes to lead by example with the managers she mentors.

I will push for their participation in continuing education in programs like the HP course,” Sponsel said.

“Over their career, these courses will allow them to remawiwn competitive and informed on the ever-changing market, technology and best practices.

Andre Kearns, RPA|HP

Andre Kearns, RPA|HP, considered BOMI’s new HP Program after a lot of thoughtful research into sustainability certification programs. As vice president of facilities management with the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Kearns quickly discovered the practical application of the course content for his role and career.

One of his primary areas of focus was to the study of the work habits of the people in facilities rather than the push to make tenants conform to the office environment.

“The HP Program gave me the in-depth understanding of the design process so I can proactively implement the needs of the current and future workforce, while also achieving high

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performance operations and management of my facility at the same time,” Kearns said.

Kearns said that one of his biggest takeaways was in how he should consider new services and equipment that will occupy his facility. While most would agree that some of the new trends and technology out there, like rooftop cell sites and wireless access points, are great for building tenants, Kearns learned to consider their long-term impact on energy consumption and how it affects the performance of the building. This was an eyeopener for Kearns.

As he considers his future goals, Kearns is focusing on multiple generations in the workplace and the ongoing need for education about highperformance buildings at his facility. “My ultimate and ongoing goal is to continue to bridge the gap between the current and future workforce by training everyone on the need for highly efficient facilities and the importance of different generations coexisting and having their individual needs met in that same facility. We will all make our way to a facility or office whether we drive, walk or arrive virtually, so why not make sure that place is always a high performance building.”

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Robert Mills, RPA|HP, FMA|HP, ACoM, SMA, SMT Considering all the letters following Robert Mills name, it is evident that he has a strong desire for keeping up to date with the advances in the real estate industry. He cites those multiple designations when explaining his thirst for learning and being able to apply his knowledge to his work projects. The BOMI HP Program helped him further that interest.

“Attaining these two designations will continue to help make my skills and experience relevant as the real estate industry, government and tenants continue to focus on green, highperformance initiatives,” said Mills. “The focus is increasingly on how do we (the real estate industry) become a better steward of the environment, reduce our impact on the world, improve NOI and the value of an individual property.”

Mills said that one of the companies he works for is already using his achievement of the RPA|HP and FMA|HP designations as a marketing tool for new projects they are pitching.

As a participant in all three pilot courses, Mills enjoyed the opportunity to participate in and observe his fellow students providing feedback about the course content, teaching style, pace of the class and whether the classes were effective in achieving their stated outcome.

“For me, the best part of the classes is always hearing how other students deal or have dealt with issues or the subject matter we read about in the course book,” Mills said. As a 25-year veteran of the real estate industry, he is looking forward to utilizing the course instruction and his enhanced designations to further his ability to be competitive and to provide value to property owners, as well as increasing his compensation over colleagues and competitors that do not hold the two designations.

really pushed me to not only think of ideas that may be considered the low-hanging fruit, but to go the next step and dig deeper into the reason why a project idea may be needed,” Bonner said.

As Bonner considers his future in the industry, he sees his short-term goal as helping his company Piedmont Office Realty Trust achieve its goal to have as many buildings be ENERGY STAR® and LEED® certified, as well as BOMA 360 designated. He believes the skills

Adam Bonner, LEED GA, HP Program Graduate Adam Bonner, LEED GA, with Piedmont Office Realty Trust had recently earned his LEED Green Associate designation when he was searching for his next professional development opportunity to build on his knowledge. The HP Certificate was a logical next step in his opinion. “The HP program not only ties in many of the concepts I had learned from LEED, but also helps formulate project ideas and ways to implement them,” Bonner said.

“The instructor really pushed me to not only think of ideas that may be considered the lowhanging fruit, but to go the next step and dig deeper into the reason why a project idea may be needed,” Bonner said.

he gained in the HP Program will allow him to contribute to this goal. Further down the road, Bonner is ready for his enhanced designation and plans to pursue BOMI’s Real Property Administrator (RPA) designation. In the future, expect to see Adam Bonner, RPA|HP. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jacob Wilder is Director of Communications and Technology for BOMA Georgia, based in Atlanta.

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ow do you feel when the golden summer sun warms your face, when you sidle up to a smokey, crackling campfire, when you smell hot cinnamon rolls baking, or when wrapped in a thick velvet blanket on a chilly night?

The answer is probably: cozy, safe, nostalgic, blissful, motivated, and those are feelings we seek out constantly because feeling those things actually allows us to be most inspired and productive.

Colors, textures, light and scents all have measurable effects on people’s moods, productivity and behavior.

Scientists know this, and building owners know this more than anyone, as they see tenants and occupants gravitating to certain areas of their building and completely avoiding others. How do you feel when you complete a grueling workout challenge, nail a lucrative deal or impossible deadline, or simply get all of your holiday greeting cards mailed out on time? The answer is proud, on top of the world and ahead of the curve. That is definitely a feeling people try to replicate.

Accomplishment, and the waves of endorphins and feel-good neurotransmitters naturally produced by it, get sensory associated with the specific places that those goals are met. Real estate specialists witness tenants flocking to certain structures while other seemingly competitive buildings remain unleased, overlooked or avoided. Every building has its own unique personality. Color, design, layout, textures, natural and artificial light, and types/availability/ease of access to amenities are all huge factors in creating appeal for a building.

However, the exact formula that determines what gives a commercial space its personality and how tenants react to that is the billion-dollar question.

Where would you look for inspiration if you wanted to replicate feelings of comfort as well as accomplishment?

Home. Better yet, home away from home: hotels and the hospitality industry. They spend millions each year to make clients feel safe, at home, and productive, since according to a 2014 Google report, 63 percent of all hotel bookings are for work-related business. For some time, industry leaders have solemnly acknowledged that business commercial spaces have consistently been behind the hospitality industry in design, technology and amenities. Finally, they are taking action on this and attempting to bring sensory comfort and technology together to activate previously empty spaces, create an opportunity for personal advancement, and facilitate an emotional bond with their space. This type of holistic engagement ensures repeat business, loyal tenants and booming revenue for building owners.

A perfect example of this transformation exists in Atlanta with a building called Resurgens Plaza. PMRG was managing the building at the time they identified the need for change. PMRG Vice President of Property Management Michael McLean shares the story about the path Resurgens Plaza took.

RESURGENS PLAZA RENOVATION “Built in 1988, with classic elements and traditional detailing, Resurgens Plaza was losing tenants to newer buildings. While beautiful and timeless, the lobby was dark and we felt like something was needed to attract and retain a larger prospective pool of tenants. After studying the traffic patterns, it was noted that the expansive lobby was

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not being used. People would walk straight through the lobby on their way to their offices from the parking garage or vice versa. We wanted to activate the lobby and enhance the amenities but we didn’t know how to at the time, so we sought input from numerous parties big and small, attorneys, architects, tenant brokers, etc., to determine what changes might have the biggest impact,” McLean stated.

With a budget of $3.5 million, they also hoped to expand and relocate the fitness center and offer it as a free amenity, renovate the 11th and 12th floor corridors, restrooms and elevators and redesign the MARTA lobby, since the convenience of public transportation was a huge selling point for their tenants.

They reached out to hospitality design firm Hirsch Bedner Associates and Rabun Architects, who had designed the widely embraced renovations at Buckhead’s celebrated St. Regis Hotel, and chose Humphries and Company as the general contractor.

They decided to replicate the St. Regis lobby as closely as possible, using the same paint and color schemes and even procuring the same stained mirrors from Italy. Making the decision to paint over the rich, dark mahogany wood was difficult, but after 25 cases of caulking and countless hours of labor, the whole space seemed brighter and invigorated. They added touchscreen directories, complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs and charging stations. They even added a bar to one of the two atriums in the lobby. The goal was to create as much comfort and convenience as possible so that every minute not spent in their office, tenants would spend in the

lobby socializing and relaxing or in the fitness center working on their health goals.

Choosing the airy, light colors of the St. Regis lobby was no whim or coincidence. One of the most common complaints that tenants have in office workspaces is that they feel too enclosed, smothered, claustrophobic and even detached from reality. More stressful workloads, deadlines and coworker’s personalities and interactions also contribute largely to experience. In contrast the colors, lighting and textures in one’s office strongly set the tone before coffee is ever poured or paper hits the desk.

From the author’s personal experience, harsh overhead fluorescent lighting, which she jokingly refers to as “Walmart lighting,” or “heading into surgery,” affects her negatively. When I have a new office or working space, she immediately turns off the overhead lights and turns on desk lamps with warm-colored bulbs, brings in a green, living plant, hangs a few pictures, keeps a savory snack nearby like fresh grapes and sharp cheddar cheese, and a small speaker for ambient music.

These sensory adjustments greatly enhance her cognitive abilities.

Would the reader do their best work in the middle of Walmart or while being wheeled into surgery? Probably not, and if that’s how a basic office made you feel, as it does me, you would instantly make the necessary changes. Our associations become our reality as they affect our moods and behavior. The things we do as tenants in our working space on a tiny level are finally being replicated on a larger level and it’s paying dividends for owners and tenants alike.

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If you don’t have $3.5 million dollars for an upgrade, but are Energy Conservation! looking to add sensory enhancements to your building or working in new an a d retr retro ofit bui buildi lding con on o nsst str ttruct u tion tion on o n! n! space to attract new tenants or retain current ones, here are LEGIONELLA several recommendations. Color, texture, music, art, food and drink, technology fitness and transportation access are key.

Different color choices, from walls, to ceilings, rugs, artwork and plants create different moods. From light to dark, warm to cool colors, you can set the tone for tenants starting from the moment they enter your lobby and without much cost. You can get lost in the research done on color and its effects on mood and behavior, it’s quite fascinating. If procuring art seems daunting, there are companies that can assist. They will listen to your goals, understand your clientele and hang beautiful, relevant art in your building and change it out periodically. One that has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and other large media outlets is www.turningart.com.

An easy way to simultaneously create a sense of openness and familiarity is to add mirrors. Mirrors create an optical illusion of extra space, and when people view themselves, their belongings and their companions walking around or going about their activities, it automatically instills a level of familiarity and comfort. To have Ph h 678 78-99 -990-1 0-1 -1 1388 88 Fx 67 678 78 788-990-13 990 0-1396 -1396 -13 9 any chance of getting clients to spend significant time in the lobby sal ales@sou al es@ s@sou southe outhe hea he ast stp pum ump.c .com .c om m or community areas, technology is a must. Wi-Fi and charging ww w ww.s .so so outh uth t eas e tpu p m pu mp. p.com om m stations for cell phones and laptops should be plentiful, as well Quality Products & Services since 1985 as either televised news or music—be it live or recorded ambient sounds. Access to a bistro with freshly made, healthy snacks, beverages, coffee and wine is incredibly tempting, as most people 794130_Southeast.indd 1 3/4/16 who leave the building other than to go home for the day are leaving for refreshments, coffee, a glass of wine and small meals like lunch or even an early dinner if they have to work late. Fitness is more important to business people than ever. Our standards of fitness, success and age are changing as well. It’s not uncommon to see a • Southern Choice • Our core company values 55-year-old succeeding in the corporate world, having a family, and Construction, LLC is a are based around integrity, General Contracting and efficiency, and collaboration. competing in a marathon on the weekend. All social, body health construction services and appearance reasons aside, at the very least, exercise helps • We are an energetic group company based in with a “can-do” attitude and Norcross, GA keep our minds sharp and functioning well, according to research, we love the opportunity to and that’s good for business.

• We specialize in retail and overcome new challenges. restaurant build outs as well Find the answer to that billion-dollar question by asking these as capital improvements. questions. When tenants leave the building during the day, or go somewhere else to fulfill a need, where are they going? What do they need or want? Is there any way to provide that for them in the building space? What can be done to make walking into the building the best part of a tenants’ day? Those who can respond to these questions with action, can see their building become the epicenter for comfort, progress and accomplishment that increases tenant retention and revenue.

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Lightning TEcHNIcaL/ENgINEERINg

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he National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that each year, U.S. Fire Departments respond to over 31,000 fires started by lightning strikes. In addition, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) notes that lightning causes more than $1 billion in structural damage every year in the U.S. However, lightning damage is categorized as a preventable by the Insurance industry.

Is your property safe? You can ensure that your building won’t be damaged by lightning this year if proper lightning protection is installed. A certified lightning protection system provides a safe path for lightning to travel to the ground, which protects your building from lightning damage.

If lightning had affected your building, you would see structural damage such as: • Fires, ignited by lightning; • Scorched Electronic equipment; • E xploded masonry/concrete walls; and • Burn-holes in exterior metal surfaces.

Structural damage is not the only issue caused by lightning. Lightning affects your property more than you know: • Does your building experience intermittent issues in the electrical system?

• Are data systems in the building experiencing “glitches” during weather events?

• Does your energy management system need to be reset after electrical storms?

• Is your access control system exhibiting quirks after lightning strikes in the area?

It may be that the maintenance staff is diligent in checking these systems, and has come to expect intermittent issues. This may be as simple as resetting a circuit breaker, cycling power to rooftop HVAC units, or even as easy as clicking “reset” on the control software; but, these may all be signs that atmospheric electricity is discharging through your building. This electrical energy decides

on its own path to take, and thus often causes damage to building systems.

“BUT MY BUILDING ISN’T VERY TALL…DO I REALLY NEED LIGHTNING PROTECTION?” Lightning does more to buildings than simply striking them; lightning strikes in the area can also affect your building systems and services. Proper lightning protection protects your water, natural gas and electric service from electrical energy generated by nearby lightning strikes.

In addition, every building is a possible target for lightning strikes. Remember: lightning chooses its own path to the ground.

The only way to ensure that your building is protected is to have correctly installed lightning protection by a manufacturerapproved installer. Furthermore, pursuing a UL Master Label through your installer and UL will ensure that your installer is using a complete, integrated system.

ARE YOU PROTECTED? Your building may have some form of lightning protection, but has it been installed according to NFPA and UL Standards?

Lightning protection has improved in the last decade to reflect recent understanding of lightning strikes and how to protect buildings and their affected systems from this force.

A properly implemented lightning protection system ensures that your building is protected from direct lightning strikes, indirect strikes, strikes affecting electrical, water, natural gas service and the discharge of accumulated static electricity from wind.

While it’s true that surge protectors provide some measure of protection for electronics, they should be viewed only as having limited protection and only for electronic devices. Even the best surge protection cannot protect a building from

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lightning damage, nor can it guarantee that electronics will not be adversely affected.

The most common issues caused by lack of proper lightning protection are often brushed aside as routine glitches. This happens when electrical energy from the atmosphere discharges through a structure, affecting electrical and electronic systems. Often these are caused by a buildup of static charge during high winds, which finds its own haphazard path to earth. When these systems are not functioning properly, the ability to provide consistent functionality of building systems is diminished. What if the energy management system failed to activate HVAC systems in the morning because of electrical storms during the previous night? Think of what the loss of functionality in access control systems during inclement weather would mean for your business.

ENSURE THAT YOU ARE ALWAYS PROTECTED If your lightning protection was installed according to NFPA standards, or has received a UL Master Label for the entire facility, or letter of findings for a portion there-of, that does not mean that you are still protected. Contractors, service personnel, high winds and time can degrade or weaken your lightning protection. Having the approved installer make annual visits to inspect the lightning protection is key.

This allows you to be sure that your system will function 100 percent correctly during a lightning strike on your building.

Proper lightning protection prevents all of these troublesome issues, in addition to protecting your building from the potential fires, building damage and risk that comes from lightning strikes.

NFPA and UL are at the forefront of modern Lightning Protection. To ensure a building is protected, insist on two things: the lightning protection is installed by an approved installer of a reputable manufacturer’s systems and the system meets these standards, year-round with annual inspections by the approved installer.

Choose a reputable lightning protection products manufacturer, and then select one of their approved installers to address your needs. Seek a UL listing through the installer, who will have the installation approved by a UL inspector. Receiving a UL listing by Underwriters Laboratories’ approved inspectors is inexpensive, and ensures that your lightning protection system will be in general compliance with the best applicable standards in the industry to protect your building.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Lance LaJoie is a Facilities Safety Specialist in the Nashville Branch of PENTA Engineering Group, a UL-Listed Installer of Lightning Protection systems, where he installs, inspects and repairs Lightning Protection systems in accordance with NFPA and UL standards. He also performs OSHA and IWCA required testing for tie-back anchors and davit systems.

He has over 10 years of residential and commercial construction experience, including the installation and diagnosis of Building Envelope systems. He has five years of experience in the Maintenance— Property Management field for Class A Office buildings. Driven to meet the needs of property managers, owners, and maintenance teams, he strives to provide quality service and excellent workmanship.

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EMERgINg PROFESSIONaL SPOTLIgHT

Emerging Professional Spotlight:

Gina Campbell

Kimberly-Clark Professional

BY amy Davidson, aquascape Environmental

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he book “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People,” by Stephen R. Covey, describes success as a function of personality, public image, attitudes and behaviors. After meeting Gina Campbell of Kimberly-Clark Professional, one can’t help but wonder: Was she the muse for the book?

There is no shortage of quantitative achievements and accolades that can be listed when highlighting her career, but it’s the embodiment of her being that is the foundation of her success. She is truly an emerging professional in the world of commercial real estate.

Campbell has taken a circuitous route to her current position as sales representative with Kimberly-Clark Professional. Growing up in New Jersey, she attended Rutgers University. While working towards her degree in English, she was offered a position as a corporate communications writer with Merck Pharmaceuticals. The position exposed Campbell to the biotech world. Upon graduation she took that experience and went to work as a hospital sales representative for the American Red Cross. Working by day and studying by night, she went on to earn her MBA in marketing from Monmouth University.

Campbell wasted no time climbing the corporate ladder. After nine years with the American Red Cross, where she reached the position of general operations manager of their national distribution center, it was time

Campbell wasted no time climbing the corporate ladder. for Campbell to opt out. She and her husband, Mark, had decided to start a family.

“I never thought I would be the mother of three kids,” Campbell shared candidly. “(I) Didn’t see it coming, and yet it has been the greatest reward of my life. It surprised everyone, including myself, when I jumped off the career ladder to stay home and raise my kids.”

Although she left the 9-to-5 corporate life for motherhood in 2001, she kept one foot in a high-heel by forming her own marketing and communications consulting firm specializing in the medical and biotech industry that she knew so well. This allowed her the flexibility she needed to combine her love of career with her growing family.

Adapting to the role of mom required her to learn a whole new skill set. “My kids have taught me to be strategic, they taught me to have a very thick skin, and that the world doesn’t have to be perfect,” she said.

She has been able to apply those lessons to her career. “They have taught me patience. I was a type-A+ personality, and my kids have changed me unbelievably.”

In 2007, her husband’s career took the family to San Francisco. In addition to transitioning her firm to the West Coast, she built a new life there for her husband and three boys. Then, after four years in San Francisco, Campbell’s husband was transferred to Atlanta. This Jersey girl has

learned to bloom where she was planted.

With all the change that life brings, she tells her sons, “Try everything, do everything, and don’t be afraid of anything. I kind of live my life that way. If it’s not for you, it’s not for you, but do your best while you’re doing it.”

By 2015, the pull of career could no longer be ignored when a friend recommended Campbell for a sales position at Kimberly-Clark. Once she was on board, true to form, Campbell was all in. She quickly assessed her new industry and saw that the first step to success was to join BOMA Georgia.

“BOMA has opened up a whole new world for me. It’s connected me to the pulse of what makes commercial real estate beat.

I’m business-minded; the whole idea of commercial real estate as a business and all the different entities is exciting to me.

It’s given me insight on how people are reacting; how business is moving in this region.”

As a new BOMA member, Campbell joined the editorial board. Drawing on her experience

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in technical writing, she enjoys researching new topics and writing articles for Insight, BOMA Georgia’s industry publication.

“I love it because I get to see BOMA as a whole organization—all facets: technology, government, facilities management, ownership,” said Campbell.

She is also part of the Community Service and Membership committees. When speaking with other CRE professionals, Campbell tells them that the benefits of a BOMA membership are amazing. It’s hugely important. It’s a

well-oiled machine. It’s strategically agile. It’s like a reference institute, but living, organic, and what commercial real estate means.

Campbell is busy setting goals within her new industry. “Over the next two years I hope to become more adept to the challenges and nuances of commercial real estate,” she shared. “I am an eager learner and find this industry fascinating. I look forward to being a top performer in my role as a sales rep and to be a key contributor to BOMA.”

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Despite her calm demeanor, Campbell is always on the go. Her spare time is spent with family. She and her husband, Mark, have been married for 17 years.

Mark works for Genentech as a field-based marketer specializing in lung cancer.

Most evenings she can be found chauffeuring sons Chase, 15, Alex, 13, and Mason, 10, to basketball, soccer and swimming. Her husband coaches the boys’ soccer and basketball teams. The family is rounded out by Buddy and Chadwick— their two adopted Shih Tzus.

Her own interests include running and cycling. She enjoys cooking and has been a yogi for 26 years. Campbell is also in a Bible study at her church. When she has time to get away, she loves to travel, and has a trip to Iceland planned for this August. The adventure trip will include snorkeling, ice hiking and horseback riding.

Campbell also sees a mission trip to an orphanage in her future. “Our lives might seem crazy, but it is a piece of cake compared to what others have endured,” she explained. “People need to remind themselves of that to maintain perspective.”

Campbell began her career in sales; now, with stops in management, marketing, consulting and design, she has come full circle. The secret to her success in every field can be found in her attitude.

Each morning she asks herself, “What intrinsic value do I bring to this world?

What value am I going to bring today? I like to listen to people and understand what their issues are. And offer either support or a solution. Sometimes it’s both. I want to make everyone feel important, like they count. I think that is the most important thing you can do. And I try to do that.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Amy Davidson joined the Aquascape Environmental team in 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Loras College and has extensive experience in marketing and customer relationships.

Davidson is also a LEED Green Associate.

caLENDaR OF EvENTS

JUNE

JULY 26

JUNE 1

Industrial SIG Meeting

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

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

Location TBD Members: Free | Non-Members: $20.00 | This meeting is not open to goods and service providers of the real estate industry.

8-9:30 a.m.

Location TBD BOMA Georgia, Green Chamber & SE Green Business Directory members: $20* | Non-Members: $35

JULY 28

JUNE 7

Green Real Estate Network Breakfast

Building Design and Maintenance

8-9:30 a.m.

Location TBD BOMA Georgia, Green Chamber & SE Green Business Directory members: $20 Non-Members: $35

Tuesdays, 3-7 p.m.

Location TBD Members: $545* | Non-members: $795*

JUNE 15-17

* These courses prices reflect an embedded $500 scholarship for all students enrolled in the course. These courses are not eligible for additional scholarships from the Foundation.

Design, Operation and Maintenance Part I 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

BOMA Georgia Conference Center Members $1,045 | Non-members $1,295

JUNE 16

Medical Office Building SIG Meeting 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location TBD Members: Free | Non-Members: $35.00 | This meeting is not open to goods and service providers of the real estate industry.

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JUNE 22

New BOMA Measurement Standards 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Steelcase Showroom 1545 Peachtree St NE #280, Atlanta

JUNE 22-24

High Performance Sustainable Building Principles 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

BOMA Georgia Conference Center Members: $545* | Non-members: $795*

JUNE 25-28

2016 BOMA International Annual Conference and Expo Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center | National Harbor, MD www.boma.org

JULY

JULY 14

Renewable Energy Sources Seminar 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Southface Resource Center, Atlanta Members: Free | Non-nenbers: $45

JULY 19

New Member Orientation 10-11:30 a.m.

BOMA Georgia Conference Center Free, registration requested. This meeting is geared toward new members and those considering joining BOMA.

JULY 20-22

Budgeting and Accounting 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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Mitec ................................... (770) 813-5959 Simplexgrinnell LP ................ (678) 343-7065 FIRE/WATER/MOLD RESTORATION

above all cleaning & Restoration Inc. ................. (770) 938-7770 BELFOR Property Restoration ....................... (770) 939-0128 Blackmon Mooring Services of atlanta.............................. (770) 614-3248 Blue Team Restoration/ BBMK contracting ............. (404) 313-9868 capital Restoration ................ (770) 973-1666 Element Restoration group .... (404) 909-5138 EPIc Response ..................... (770) 516-3491 Full circle Restoration & construction Services ........ (770) 232-9797 Parker young construction/ FireStar Inc. ...................... (404) 805-5616 Reliable Restoration LLc ........ (678) 325-1633 Remediation group Inc. ......... (404) 214-1470 ServiceMaster cleaning & Restoration ....................... (770) 514-1789 SERvPRO of Decatur ............. (404) 378-9998 Servpro of North atlanta/ Buckhead ......................... (404) 261-2925 unlimited Restoration Specialists Inc. .................. (687) 943-3013 vineyard Services.................. (678) 863-2255 Waterproofing contractors Inc. ....(770) 449-5552

INDUSTRIAL DOCK & DOOR REPAIR AND INSTALLATION

Miner Southeast ................... (678) 730-4700 INTERIOR DESIGN

Foley construction corp......... (770) 409-1166 Heery International Inc........... (404) 881-9880 Nova commercial Interiors Inc.....(770) 592-0260 Occupied Renovations ........... (770) 326-9212 veenendaalcave Inc. ............. (404) 881-1811 JANITORIAL

advanced Protective Services .....(678) 631-1038 alliedBarton Security Services .....(404) 898-1695 Securamerica LLc ................ (404) 926-4265 Securitas Security Services uSa Inc. ........................... (404) 633-1140

aBM Onsite Services ............. (678) 245-3273 allied International cleaning Services Inc. ....... (770) 298-4790 BcJ Building Services ........... (404) 551-2310 Bobby Dodd Institute ............. (678) 365-0071 Building cleaning Solutions Inc. .................... (678) 445-3806 Building Maintenance Services Inc. ..................... (770) 218-2993 chosen Janitorial Services ..... (404) 644-6291 Distinguished Properties cleaning uSa Inc. (DPc) .................. (404) 418-1443 Environmental Service Partners................ (800) 874-0780 georgia Pacific corp.............. (770) 815-9552 gMI group Inc....................... (678) 482-5288 gOJO Industries .................... (205) 447-0849 HTH Building Services Inc. ..... (770) 988-0084 Kimberly-clark corp. ............. (732) 309-6714 Lacosta Facility Support Services ............... (847) 526-9556 Pollock Paper Distributors ...... (770) 803-7862 Pritchard Industries SE .......... (404) 231-1430 Signature Building Maintenance ..................... (770) 597-9580 Solaris Paper ........................ (770) 510-5137 Southeastern Paper group ..... (800) 858-7230 Strategic Market alliance ....... (770) 641-1055 unique Building Maintenance Inc................ (678) 380-0297 veritiv ................................... (770) 715-2841

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gOJO Industries .................... (205) 447-0849 Kimberly-clark corp. ............. (732) 309-6714 Life Safety Solutions Plus LLc .....(770) 843-3671 Sca Tissue ........................... (214) 422-3035 Southeastern Paper group ..... (800) 858-7230

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FITNESS

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Prime Power Services Inc. ..... (678) 898-4960 GLASS COATING & TINTING

National glazing Solutions LLc ....(866) 925-2083 GUARD SERVICES

HVAC

Borie Davis Inc. ..................... (770) 242-0650 capital city Mechanical & Electrical Services ............. (770) 449-0200 Daikin applied.......... (770) 514-5880 ext. 213 Ductz of greater atlanta......... (770) 631-2424 EMcOR Services aircond ....... (770) 823-6118 ENTEK .................................. (678) 910-1326 Frazier Service co. ................ (770) 455-8340 galgon Hvac & Mechanical Services.......... (404) 352-1500 genea .................................. (714) 694-0536 Harbin’s Mechanical Services Inc. ..................... (770) 914-7060 Legacy Mechanical Services Inc. ..................... (770) 432-1171 Mallory & Evans Service ........ (404) 297-1007 Maxair Inc............................. (678) 486-8421 McKenney’s Inc..................... (404) 624-8625 Mingledorff’s Inc. .................. (770) 239-2208 Rooter Plus! .......................... (404) 569-3461 Shumate Mechanical Inc.................. (678) 584-0880 Southeast Pump & Equipment Inc... (678) 990-1388 ext. 107 Stromquist & co. Inc. ............ (404) 794-3440 Trane ................................... (678) 775-4106 united Maintenance Inc. ........ (770) 455-1656

LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT

gibbs Landscape co. ............ (770) 432-7761 The greenSeason group Inc.... (678) 714-4114 Highgrove Partners ............... (678) 298-0569 Landmark Landscapes.... (770) 446-0044 ext. 11 Ruppert Landscape ............... (770) 630-0475 LANDSCAPING-ExTERIOR

4 Seasons Landscape group LLc ........................ (770) 452-4455 arborguard Tree Specialists ... (404) 299-5555 Bobby Dodd Institute ............. (678) 365-0071 Brightview ............................ (770) 662-8775 chapel valley Landscape co. .. (706) 200-2060 color Burst ........................... (770) 822-9706 Downey Trees Inc. ................. (770) 889-2822 Envisor consulting................. (404) 987-2499 gibbs Landscape co. ............ (770) 432-7761 gibson Landscape Services ... (678) 365-9568 The greenSeason group Inc.... (678) 714-4114 Highgrove Partners ............... (678) 298-0569 Landcare LLc ....................... (678) 475-1780 Landmark Landscapes.............(770) 446-0044 ext. 11 Landscape Management Services Inc. ..................... (770) 939-6450 Ruppert Landscape ............... (770) 630-0475 Russell Landscape group Inc. ......................... (770) 446-3552 Sesmas Tree Service LLc ...... (678) 896-8352 yellowstone Landscape ......... (404) 668-4508 LANDSCAPING-INTERIOR

Foliage Design Systems......... (770) 451-0885 Life on Earth, LLc ................. (404) 875-6706

Plant Peddler Inc................... (770) 432-2649 Sedgefield Interior Landscapes Inc. ................ (770) 984-0171 LIGHTING

aLB Energy Solutions ............ (770) 492-5086 capital city Electrical Services Inc. ....... (770) 821-6126 E. Sam Jones Distributor Inc........(404) 351-3250 LiteSheet Solutions LLc ......... (860) 213-8311 Summit Systems Inc.............. (678) 482-8010 voss Lighting ........................ (770) 438-8557

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LOCKSMITH

armor Lock & Security co. Inc. ................ (770) 493-1915 Downs Safe and Lock co. ...... (404) 873-2515 The Flying Locksmiths ........... (404) 720-2875 MANUFACTURING

Mohawk Industries ................ (800) 622-6228 yanmar america corp............ (770) 877-9894 MARBLE RESTORATION & MAINTENANCE

aDDcO Metal Maintenance co. ...... (770) 985-5611 architectural Surface Restoration LLc................. (770) 510-8333 Mid america Metals .............. (770) 616-6567 Natural Stone Services .......... (404) 255-8133 Southeastern commercial Flooring Inc. ...................... (770) 591-9980 Stone Specialty Services........ (404) 261-9111 Stuart Dean co. Inc. ..... (404) 872-6090 ext. 102 METAL FINISHING

aDDcO Metal Maintenance co. ............... (770) 985-5611 architectural Surface Restoration LLc................. (770) 510-8333 Innovative Roofing group Inc. ......(404) 351-8797 Mid america Metals .............. (770) 616-6567 Stuart Dean co. Inc. ............... (404) 872-6090 ext. 102 OFFICE FURNITURE

atlanta Office Liquidators Inc.......(404) 505-9623 cORT ................................... (404) 920-8853 PAINT/WALLCOVERINGS

american Painting & Renovations Inc................. (770) 995-8787 Benjamin Moore ................... (404) 408-3851 Burke Painting Inc. ................ (770) 582-0847 Harrison contracting co. Inc.... (770) 949-5776 Horizon Painting and Renovations Inc................. (404) 447-0385 Oakcliff Painting.................... (404) 867-3707 Spectrum Painting Inc. .......... (770) 497-0101 PAPER PRODUCTS

georgia Pacific corp.............. (770) 815-9552 Pollock Paper Distributors ...... (770) 803-7862 Sca Tissue ........................... (214) 422-3035 Sikes Paper co. .................... (770) 405-6900 Solaris Paper ........................ (770) 510-5137 PARKING

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SEALCOATING

PUBLIC RELATIONS

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B&R PAINTING

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Foliage Design Systems......... (770) 451-0885 Life on Earth, LLc ................. (404) 875-6706 Plant Peddler Inc................... (770) 432-2649 UTILITY

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