President's Message

Happy May, BOMA Greater Tucson!

I want to start with a big thanks to everyone who participated in the Annual BOMA GT Trade Show on April 23! It is always great to talk with our Associate Members about all they have to offer, but I especially love getting to see all the decorated booths. The décor, games, prizes, and conversations were greatly appreciated, and I hope all of those who were involved had fun. As we prepare for 2025, and while it is fresh on the mind, please let us know if you have any suggestions or ideas for next year’s Annual BOMA GT Trade Show. 

Coming up on May 14, BOMA GT will have the opportunity to tour the Tucson Convention Center to see their recent expansions and improvements. We will meet at the “I am Tucson” mural on the side of the arena, with the tour beginning at 3:00 PM. There is no cost for parking if you park in Lot A, with access from 260 S. Church Ave (between Congress and Cushing). Be sure to tell the parking attendant that you are visiting for the building tour with Kate Calhoun. Following the tour, Kustom and Allied Universal are hosting a mixer at DoubleTree by Hilton | Tucson Convention Center from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. You will be able to leave your vehicle in Lot A and walk to the Double Tree. There is no cost for BOMA GT Members and individuals from the BOMA Member’s office, but all attendees must register. I hope to see you all there!

In June, BOMA GT will welcome Bry Carter with The Phoenix Staffing for a team building event. Bry will talk about things like leadership, handling conflict, time management, and how to approach these topics with our own teams. With The Phoenix Staffing, Bry has built out a direct hire division, runs five markets, and has had the ability to train locally and nationally with apartment associations including BAAA, TAA, and the AMA. Her classes include leasing, time management, leadership, recruitment, and maintenance programs. Her passion is helping people and her favorite thing to tell people is if you are comfortable, you are not growing. Please register by June 20, at noon. 

The 2024 BOMA International Conference and Expo in Philadelphia, PA is quickly approaching. If you have questions on the experience, please reach out to me or Luann and we can give our first-hand experience or connect you with other BOMA GT members who have attended. Below is the overview of the event, with the link to the convention website. 

“You may have heard terms like "sustainability" and "flexible spaces" for a while now, but what those ideas look like in practice today is very different from a year ago—and the industry will continue to transform, on all fronts. The 2024 BOMA International Conference delivers the insights and skill-building opportunities that property professionals need to not just keep up but stay on the cutting edge. Whether you attended last year or you've never been before, this is the time to update your knowledge. Explore topics relevant to your goals (for your property and your career) with more than 40 education sessions presented by forward thinking experts, get reinvigorated for the road ahead with special keynotes and learn from your peers at networking events—all at the conference presented by the industry's most trusted information source.” – BOMAConvention.org

As a reminder, Southern Arizona Book Heros has been chosen by the Programs Committee as this year’s focus for charitable contributions. A donation drive to collect new books, journals, notebooks, and other small comfort items will be active through our Christmas in July Mixer. A donation collection bin will be present at the June luncheon, and we will accept Amazon gift cards for our committee members to shop on your behalf. Donation bins are also at the following drop-off sites from now until the July Mixer: 

PICOR Commercial Real Estate Services – 5151 E Broadway Blvd., Suite 115, Tucson, AZ 

Town West Realty – 555 E River Rd., Suite 201, Tucson, AZ

For ideas, the Southern Arizona Book Heroes Amazon Wishlist can be viewed here. Items can be shipped to BOMA GT at the following address:  10645 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 121; #239, Oro Valley, AZ

Thank you all in advance for your participation with our donation drive benefiting Southern Arizona Book Heroes and their efforts to provide comfort to children in crisis. 

As our Programs Committee finalizes the 2024 calendar and brainstorms for 2025, please let us know what events, education opportunities, or other ideas you would like to see brought to BOMA GT. 

Karen Wolf, Town West Realty
President, BOMA GT

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Community Outreach

OUR COMMUNITY OUTREACH RECIPIENT FOR 2024

GIVING CHILDREN HOPE IN THEIR MOMENT OF DESPAIR

We are collecting items NOW!

We are collecting NEW books, journals, etc. to assist in restocking the duffle bags our law enforcement and first responders carry to help positively impact the kids during an emergency interaction.  Each duffle bag holds approximately 35 books.  Our goal is to fill at least 20 bags!  Currently, they are in need of books which must be generic (no holiday related) for ages 0 - 3; 3 - 6 and 7 - 10.  Coloring books, journals and my communication cards. 

Unsure what to buy?  Get a gift card and let us shop for you.  

You can shop through the Amazon wish list.  How to get the books to BOMA GT:
1.  Have the books/items shipped to yourself and bring them to a meeting.
2.  Contact Barbara Camacho or Ashley Chiquete to coordinate a pickup.
3.  Drop the books/items off at one of our drop off locations: PICOR or Town West Real Estate. 
4.  You can also ship your items to the BOMA GT office:  10645 N. Oracle Road; Suite 121; #239, Oro Valley, AZ  85737

This is your opportunity to give a child in crisis a book of their own and make a positive difference in their life.

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Meeting/Event Information

Join us as we tour the TCC and see their expansions and improvements.

PARKING:  No cost if you park in Lot A which you will access from 260 S. Church Avenue (between Congress and Cushing). 
Tell the attendant you are there for a building tour with Kate Calhoun. We will meet by the "I am Tucson" mural which is on the side of the arena.  You will need to check in with Luann when you arrive.  The tour will be 1 - 1.5 hours.  Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.

MIXER after the building tour at DoubleTree by Hilton | Tucson Convention Center. 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM.
You will be able to leave your vehicle in Lot A and walk to the DoubleTree.

Mixer Sponsored by:

Candice Hays Territory Account Executive (520) 633-4759

Stephanie Switz Business Development Manager (480) 320-0928

NO charge for BOMA GT Members and individuals from BOMA Member's office.
ALL attendees MUST register.

REGISTER NOW

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Trade Show

DRI ~ Disaster Restoration Innovation
BEST DECORATED BOOTH ~ 2024

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Calendar of Events

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BOMA International Conferences & Events

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Designations ...

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RPA, FMA, SMA and SMT Designations

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Partnership Program

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the office at (520) 310-1605.
SAGUARO

     

OCOTILLO

PRICKLY PEAR

AGAVE

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Social Media

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These are great resources to use to invite others to events, job postings, etc.

ALSO, BOMA International has their own app.  Download it to your phone.  Here is what it looks like:

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Association

BOMA GT OFFICE/CONTACT INFORMATION:

Thank you,

Luann Schwartz
Executive Director

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