BOMA Greater Minneapolis The Commercial Real Estate Industry s Premier Source for Advocacy, Education & Networking.
WELCOME BOMA Greater Minneapolis Associate and Professional Member companies represent 54 different industries. Who Are We? We re the Building Owners & Managers Association of Greater Minneapolis. The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Greater Minneapolis is an industry-leading organization of 700 commercial real estate professionals in Minneapolis and its suburbs. Its sole purpose is supporting the companies, organizations and professionals, who own, operate and manage office buildings in the region. Our association is the second-oldest BOMA association nationally and has been the voice of the region s commercial real estate industry since 1904. It is the sixth-largest BOMA association nationwide, representing 60 million square feet of commercial office space. BOMA Greater Minneapolis buildings provide the working environment for 200,000 people, and our members make more than $360 million in purchasing decisions for their companies every year. As the industry s premier source for advocacy, education and networking, BOMA membership is essential to your professional success and your company s performance. Membership in BOMA is dynamic and growing and offers benefits you won t find anywhere else. Members have the opportunity to network with colleagues and industry leaders, stay informed on pressing industry issues and trends, take advantage of sophisticated education and training, and advocate the interests of the commercial real estate industry with public policy-makers. The voice of your Commercial Real Estate Industry since 1904. BOMA International s 10.4 billion square feet converts to 373 square miles of office space roughly 16 Manhattan Islands. BOMA Greater Minneapolis is one of more than 100 North American and international affiliates. There are 14,609 BOMA members worldwide. One in five BOMA Greater Minneapolis members is involved in a committee.
What can BOMA Greater Minneapolis do for you? An influential force, BOMA provides a wide range of resources and opportunities unrivaled by any other commercial real estate organization in the region. We can help you excel as a commercial real estate professional through: Connectivity - Keeping you connected to the top commercial real estate issues, trends, statistics, news and more. Advocacy - In conjunction with our professional lobbying firm, McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb Chartered, BOMA provides powerful advocacy and serves as the watchdog for the industry not only on important tax issues, but also on all legislative and regulatory issues that affect commercial real estate. We are on the front lines every day on national, state, regional, and local levels addressing issues such as ADA laws and compliance, codes and regulations, transportation improvements, safety, and energy-efficient incentive programs. BOMA s proactive advocacy efforts have made a direct, positive impact on the bottom line for building owners. Education and training - BOMA recognizes the increasingly competitive marketplace and offers continuing education and expert industry resources to help you keep your skills sharp. BOMA Greater Minneapolis offers 60-75 continuing education credits annually through monthly meetings, designation courses, seminars, and other educational opportunities. Networking - Providing access to a valuable network of professionals and industry contacts that would otherwise be difficult to find. Annual networking events include a Golf Tournament, Resource Fair, Holiday Party, Best of BOMA Gala, socials, and more! Choose the membership level that s right for you: regular members associate members professional members engineers association Commercial real estate owners, investors, developers, managers, tenant services administrators or similar positions. Product and service providers serving the commercial office building industry Professionals working in industries directly related to the commercial real estate industry including architects, appraisers, attorneys, engineers, and leasing and marketing professionals A separate association for building engineers employed by member companies that provides continuing education and networking opportunities for building engineers, chief engineers and other operating personnel.
BOMA Greater Minneapolis represents 60 million square feet of commercial office space. Why should you become a member? For each $1 spent on office buildings in 2014, the U.S. economy gained $2.76. You want to stay informed about current issues that impact you, your tenants and your property. You want someone advocating for you to national, state and local elected officials who will impact your operations. You want information about the latest trends in building operations that can save you money. You are seeking networking opportunities that will allow to you to learn from peers and exchange best practices information. You want professional development opportunities that will keep you on the cutting edge of commercial real estate. You provide goods or services to BOMA members and want the opportunity to strengthen your relationships and learn to serve them better. You are looking to recruit top talent via networking or utilizing BOMA s Career Center to post available positions. Founded in 1904, BOMA Greater Minneapolis is the second-oldest BOMA next to Chicago. BOMA International was founded in 1907. The Minneapolis commercial real estate industry supports 13,012 jobs in Minneapolis; 20,013 jobs in Minnesota.
How can BOMA help at this stage of your career? BOMA recognizes that time is your most valuable resource, so it offers customized tools and programs to enrich opportunities at your current career level whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the property and facility management industry. BOMA Greater Minneapolis buildings provide the working environment for 200,000 people. Programs include: BOMA Young Professionals (BYP) - Designed to enhance the careers of young commercial real estate professionals by providing educational and networking opportunities with their peers. Emerging Leaders Council - A natural next step after BYP, the Council exists to plan educational and networking opportunities to further engage young commercial real estate professionals and to provide understanding of the value of BOMA membership so that they will become the strength of BOMA in the years to come. Mentor/Mentee Program - Designed to leverage the commitment and talent of BOMA s more seasoned members by engaging newer, less experienced BOMA members. As a mentor, you will have the opportunity to help shape up-and-coming real estate professionals by sharing your knowledge and experience. As a mentee, you will have the privilege and opportunity to learn from the best in the industry. Professional Designation Programs - The Professional Designation (RPA/FMA) courses offered by BOMI International provide you with a foundation of property and facility management knowledge and skills to help you advance your career. No matter which designation you pursue, you ll benefit from the time-tested courses and a proven curriculum that can help you successfully tackle the demands of a commercial real estate profession with confidence and authority. Leadership Skill Development - Join a BOMA committee and take an active leadership role in the industry. Your involvement offers the opportunity to organize events, chair meetings, and more. Joining a committee allows you to develop skills that you may not necessarily have the opportunity to cultivate at work, but will greatly benefit your career development. BOMA Greater Minneapolis members make more than $360 million in purchasing decisions for their companies annually. Minneapolis office buildings contributed more than $1.59 billion to the state economy in 2014.
BEYOND our BOMA With membership in BOMA Greater Minneapolis, you are automatically a member of BOMA International, a premier network of nearly 15,000 commercial real estate professionals worldwide. BOMA International is a federation of 91 BOMA U.S. associations and 17 international affiliates. Its members own or manage 10.4 billion square feet of U.S. office space that supports 1.8 million jobs and contributes $227.6 billion to the U.S. GDP. BOMA International membership offers access to an extended group of commercial real estate professionals, premier educational programs, advocacy at the national level, award-winning publications and up-to-date information on the top trending commercial real estate issues and news. BOMA International offers complete resources for you to stay ahead of the competition. Learn more at www.boma.org. In the SPOTLIGHT In the United States, 1.8 million jobs are supported by the commercial real estate industry. Office buildings across the United States generated nearly $72 billion in new personal earnings in 2014. BOMA International represents the owners and managers of 10.4 billion square feet of U.S. office space that supports 1.8 million jobs and contributes $227.6 billion to the U.S.GDP. Minneapolis is an emerging city and people are taking notice. Development is booming, as the city set a new record by surpassing the $2 billion mark for approved construction in 2014. Projects include the new Minnesota Vikings stadium and the City of Minneapolis is proud to host the 2018 Super Bowl and 2019 NCAA Men s Final Four new public spaces, thousands of new residential units, expansion of light rail, and corporate headquarters facilities for several prominent companies. Among other recognitions, Minneapolis was named the Greenest City in the U.S. in the National Green Building Adoption Index 2014. Minneapolis is on the rise, and BOMA is helping lead the way through the unique benefits it offers its members. Join today to take advantage of all that BOMA Greater Minneapolis has to offer! Visit www.bomampls.org to find out more.
Your investment in BOMA enhances the value and success of individuals and companies in Commercial Real Estate. BOMA Greater Minneapolis www.bomampls.org 121 South 8th St, Ste 610 Minneapolis, MN 55402 (P) 612-338-8627 (F) 612-340-9744 (E) membership@bomampls.org