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| BOMA-Atlanta News at a Glance |
 Online Portfolio Building Begins for TOBY Awards
Property managers and facility managers can now visit the The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Awards website to begin building their online portfolios to be considered for the regional and national 2010-2011 TOBY Awards. Starting the online portfolio helps property and facility managers prepare to compete in the local 2010-2011 BOMA-Atlanta TOBY Awards.
The TOBY Awards program is the most prestigious
and comprehensive program
of its kind in the
commercial real estate industry, recognizing quality in buildings and rewarding excellence in
building management.
During the competitions, all facets of a building's operations are thoroughly evaluated.
Buildings are judged on everything from community involvement and site management
to environmental and "green" policies and procedures.
 2011 BOMA-Atlanta Leadership Nominations
Time is running out for BOMA-Atlanta members to submit nominations for leadership positions for 2011. Nominees
have the opportunity to serve on the BOMA-Atlanta Board of Directors and
as a BOMA-Atlanta officer.These leaders help set the direction for the
association for years to come.
If you are interested in serving
BOMA-Atlanta in a leadership capacity or know anyone who is a good
candidate to serve, please forward the individual's name, company, and
phone number to Gabriel Eckert at geckert@boma-atlanta.org, or call (404) 475-9980. Nominations are due by Sept. 24.
Attend the GreenBusiness Works Expo
Registration has begun for the GreenBusiness Works Expo beginning Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the Cobb Galleria Centre.
EXPO
2010 will host more than 350 attendees, more than 60 exhibitors and more than
70 sustainable subject matter experts. This year's opening keynote speaker is Rosalind
G. Brewer, executive vice president of Walmart and president of Walmart Stores,
Inc.'s South Business Unit. In addition to the overall responsibility for the
1,200 Walmart stores in the eight southern states, Brewer has the
responsibility to integrate sustainability both in the stores and in field
operations.
To
learn more or to register to attend or exhibit, please visit www.GreenBusinessWorksEXPO.net.
 Registration Begins for 2011 Southern Region Conference
BOMA-Atlanta members can now register for the 2011 Southern Region Conference (SRC), which will be held April 14-16 in Raleigh, NC.
This year's theme for the SRC is You'll Have a Ball, which is influenced by Raleigh's notable basketball history. To register for the SRC, visit BOMA Raleigh-Durham's website. Click on the SRC logo on the bottom left of the page and select the option to register for the event.
 BOMA Discount Ticket Fundraising Program
The Community Service
Committee is announcing the expansion of the discount ticket
fundraising program.
BOMA members can now purchase Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta
Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers, and Georgia State University Football tickets at discounts of up
to 50 percent. The children at Hillside receive $5-10 for every ticket purchased
through this program.
These offers are not limited to BOMA members. The discount code can be shared with anyone.
The program is a great opportunity for members to develop business and show appreciation to their
customers.
If you would like to take advantage of this program either
for yourself or your company, please contact Discount Ticket Coordinator Bob Fuhr of SBS Enterprises at (404) 290-4285 or rfuhr@sbssouth.com.
BOMA Begins End-Of-Summer Clearance on Publications
BOMA International recently began its "Back-to-School" Savings on more than 50 of its publications. The publications range anywhere from emergency preparedness to
benchmarking to accounting guides. Visit the BOMA International website to learn more about these savings.
 Free Webinar Discusses BOMA 360 Program
BOMA International will hold a free Webinar on Tuesday, Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. to discuss the BOMA 360 designation.
The one-hour seminar will be led by speaker Dan Chancey, general manager at Grubb and Ellis Company in Memphis, Tenn.
Chancey will explain why BOMA developed this program; and the benefits of participation; how designees are using the program to demonstrate value to owners, tenants and the entire property management team; the requirements for the designation; and step-by-step instructions for completing the easy-to-use online application.
To register for the webinar, click here.
Purchase the 2010 Salary and Benefits Survey Report
The 2010 Salary and Benefits Survey Report is now available for purchase on the BOMA-Atlanta website.
These survey results are a great resource for knowledgeable and competitive professionals in the commercial real estate industry. Also, the 2008 and 2006 Salary and Benefits surveys can be ordered as a bundle with the 2010 survey. Ordering past surveys allows professionals to monitor market trends.
To order the 2010 Salary and Benefits Survey and other surveys, complete the order form and return it by fax to (404) 475-9987 or mail to BOMA-Atlanta, 2987 Clairmont Road, NE, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30329.
 BOMA-Atlanta Begins New Grassroots Advocacy Program
BOMA-Atlanta is requesting home addresses from members as
part of its new grassroots advocacy program.
The program, VOTERVOICE, will use the home addresses to
provide members with specific data regarding their elected officials and
provide a quick means to send targeted communications to the correct local and
state government representatives. To assist BOMA-Atlanta in this effort, register your home
address electronically, use the e-form.
BOMA-Atlanta respects members' privacy and will only use
home addresses for government advocacy and VOTERVOICE. Members' addresses will
not be sold or given to anyone, and members will not receive unwanted mail from
either BOMA-Atlanta or VOTERVOICE.
 Registration Still Available for the 2010 Sports Outing Tennis Tournament
The 2010 BOMA-Atlanta Sports Outing will be held at Chateau Elan in Braselton, Ga., on Oct. 1.
The annual BOMA Sports Outing consistently attracts a
large crowd of building owners, managers and allied members each year. The event has sold out the competitive and recreational golf tournament, but the tennis tournament, dinner and awards
ceremony are still available for registration. Throughout the day, participants have an opportunity to
network with others in the commercial real estate industry.
Last year's Sports Outing sold out and the last spots for the tennis tournament are going quick. Be sure to register now for this event by visiting the 2010 Sports Outing web page and downloading the registration form. Those who wish to be placed on the waiting list for the recreational and competitive golf tournaments can contact Nancy Hodge by calling (404) 475-9980 or by e-mail, nhodge@boma-atlanta.org.
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| Upcoming Events and Educational Courses |
Fundamentals Of Real Property Administration - Accelerated
(September 22) This course will help you learn to manage buildings;
communicate with employees, managers, and tenants; protect the interests
of the owner; market property; negotiate leases; and protect the
environment. By providing an overview of the property management
profession, this course helps you understand and integrate the many
duties and responsibilities of a property manager.
2010 Sports Outing
(October 1) The 2010 BOMA-Atlanta Sports Outing, presented by
SERVPRO Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration, will be on
Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, at Chateau Elan.
The annual BOMA Sports Outing attracts a
large crowd of building owners, managers and allied members. The event
includes a golf tournament, tennis tournament, dinner and awards
ceremony. Throughout the day, participants have an opportunity to
network with others in the commercial real estate industry.
October BOMA Bash
(October 7) Sponsored by Security Forces, Inc., SERVPRO
of Decatur and Harbin's Mechanical Services. The BOMA Bash is an
informal social and networking opportunity for property managers,
facility managers and building engineers, hosted by a select group of
allied member sponsors. This quarter's BOMA Bash will be held at Chequers. There is no charge to attend the event,
although advance registration is required. Attendance is limited to the
first 80 individuals who register.
Energy Management and Controls
(October 12) This course will help you understand key maintenance and energy management aspects of building management. This knowledge is critical to running a cost-effective operation. This class provides you with skills to
evaluate and optimize your current energy system, know-how to integrate new
components, and ability to communicate your needs to management.
Facilities Planning and Project Management - Accelerated
(October 13) This course will teach you the skills and knowledge critical to the
successful execution of a facilities project: proper planning, selecting
a building's team, and following through with attention to detail. You
will learn how to assemble and manage facilities teams and how to plan
and implement facilities projects, including methods to control key
elements of the process.
BOMA PM 101
(October 15) Sponsored by Peachtree Pest Control, Walden Security, Allied Barton Secruity Services, ABM Janitorial and Thyssen Krupp.This dynamic course combines classroom-style learning,
interaction with industry professionals and behind-the-scenes tours of
metro-Atlanta buildings. It is designed for assistant property and
facility managers and others who are interested in expanding their
knowledge of the industry.
Safety Seminar: Altering the Odds
(October 21) This seminar, conducted by Jack Kennedy of
Childress Klein and Mark Gallman of Tishman Speyer, explores personal
safety and the steps to develop a personal safety program. Attendees
will learn strategies for increasing situational awareness and best
practices that lower the risk of injury to you and others.
The Impact of New Health Care Law on Real Estate
(October 27) Health care is changing in America, and it is
important to know how it impacts you. The Health Care Legislation seminar provides an overview of the new law by examining what is in it
and how it impacts building managers and the bottom line. The seminar
introduces four stakeholder market segments: building management;
insurance companies; government; and medical tenants. Each segment will
discuss the health care legislation from its unique viewpoint.
Environmental Health & Safety Issues - Accelerated
(November 3) This course provides you with an overview of
the environmental health and safety considerations in building
operations. You will learn to develop and manage proactive
environmental/occupational health and safety programs, comply with
regulatory standards and guidelines governing facility health and safety
issues, and assess when to obtain technical assistance.
November 2010 BOMA Luncheon
(November 10) Sponsored by Mid America Metals. BOMA
Luncheons are enjoyable and educational. They are also a valuable
networking and professional development experience. There will be a new
member orientation preceding the luncheon at 10:30.
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2987 Clairmont Road, Suite
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www.boma-atlanta.org
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