Introduction to BOMA Greater Little Rock
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR What is BOMA? ◦ BOMA INTERNATIONAL Founded in 1907 Federation of 97 Local Associations Represents 9 billion square feet of property Membership: Approximately 19,000 members * Principal advocate for commercial real estate Introduction to BOMA International
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR What is BOMA Little Rock? Founded in 1974 Represents 35 million square feet of property Membership: Over 100 members Serves commercial real estate industry for Greater Little Rock * Principal advocate for commercial real estate in Arkansas Introduction to BOMA Little Rock
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR BOMA Little Rock’s Mission: ◦ Promote the highest ethical and professional standards in the commercial real estate industry ◦ Support its members through ADVOCACY NETWORKING EDUCATION. Introduction to BOMA Ethical & Professional Standards
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Who are BOMA members? ◦ Building Owners ◦ Property Managers ◦ Facility Managers ◦ Asset Managers ◦ Engineers ◦ Architects ◦ Developers ◦ Leasing Professionals ◦ Contractors / Supplies / Vendors Introduction to BOMA
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR What types of facilities does BOMA represent? ◦ Office Buildings ◦ Industrial Facilities ◦ Mixed-Used Facilities ◦ High Rise Living / Condominiums ◦ Government Facilities ◦ Medical Buildings ◦ Financial Institutions ◦ Regional/National Retail Properties ◦ Regional/Nationals Hospitality Facilities ◦ Institutional/Educational Facilities Introduction to BOMA
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR BOMA Little Rock Officers President President Elect Vice President Secretary/Treasurer Treasurer-Elect Board of Directors Officers 5 Committee Chairs Immediate Past-President Committee Chairs Approximately 10 different committees Association Management: Teri Monahan, BAE BOMA Greater Little Rock Leadership Introduction to BOMA
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR What are the benefits of joining BOMA Little Rock? ◦ Networking ◦ Education ◦ Advocacy ◦ Community Involvement Membership Benefits
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Networking: Membership provides unique access and availability to an invaluable network of professionals and information. ◦ Monthly Meetings ◦ Publications ◦ BOMA Blurbs ◦ Resources ◦ Community Involvement Membership Benefits
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Educational: Opportunities are designed to promote the highest levels of knowledge, professionalism and capability within our organization. ◦ Certification Classes RPA (Real Property Administrator) FMA (Facility Management Administrator) SMA (Systems Maintenance Administrator) ◦ Specialized Forums (Seminars/Webinars) ◦ Research & Reports ◦ Annual Continuing Education Class for AR Real Estate Licensees Membership Benefits
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Advocacy: BOMA is the only real estate organization making its voice heard locally, throughout Arkansas and before U.S. Congress. ◦ Examples of industry issues: property rights, tax reform, utility deregulation, indoor air quality, building codes, window washing, etc. Lobbying Legal Input Regulatory Monitoring Timely Bulletins Arkansas Legal Handbook Membership Benefits
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Community Involvement: BOMA Greater Little Rock is an active and positive member of the local community. Membership Benefits o Our members support a local charity and for the last several years have been an active supporter of Southern Children’s Home o With more than fifty children, proceeds from our fundraiser help provide basic necessities for these children. TOBY (The Office Building of the Year) Awards
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Monthly Membership Luncheons Committee Meetings Social Events Golf Tournament Educational Webinars Continuing Education Seminars Christmas Party & Silent Auction Benefiting Southern Christian Home Orphanage Awards Dinner Casino Night benefiting BOMAPAC Regional & National Conventions & Meetings Trade Show BOMA Greater Little Rock Events
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR These are the BOMA GLRCommittees in which you can participate: ◦ Associates ◦ Awards ◦ Advocacy ◦ Education ◦ Finance ◦ Golf Tournament ◦ Membership ◦ Nominating ◦ Programs Committees
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR What is your role as a BOMA GLR member? ◦ Don’t just join, participate! ◦ Network ◦ Influence the direction of the commercial real estate industry The Member’s Role
06/10/ West Capital, Suite 711 Little Rock, AR Questions?