BOMA Greater Los Angeles

What BOMA Greater Los Angeles does

BOMA Greater Los Angeles (BOMA/GLA) is a nonprofit professional membership association founded in 1915 that represents the commercial real estate industry in the Greater Los Angeles region. The organization serves over 2,000 members spanning building owners, property managers, asset managers, service providers, emerging professionals, and government building operators. Its core offerings center on four pillars: (1) industry advocacy through direct relationships with LADBS, LAFD, LAPD, and the LA City Attorney's Office; (2) professional education through policy briefings, continuing education programs, and committee work; (3) networking via Special Interest Groups (Emerging Leaders, Chief Engineers, Mixed-Use Property Managers) and a portfolio of signature events including the Awards Gala, Boot-Scootin' Country Festival, BOMA at the Bowl, Havana Nights, and Triple Play Sports Fest; and (4) recognition through the TOBY Awards, Awards of Excellence, and Rising Star Award programs. Technology footprint is limited to the GrowthZone membership platform, InfoHub member portal, member directory, Building Services Finder buyer's guide, and the BOMA on the Frontline news/blog platform — the organization does not develop proprietary technology.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of recurring membership dues (Industrial Individual $657, Facilities Manager $661, Government Building $2,499, Professional $2,761, Associate $5,356 annually), event registrations and sponsorships (Platinum and Gold annual partner tiers plus event-specific sponsorships ranging from $550 to $12,500), TOBY Awards entry fees ($375 per submission), and the new $900 Leadership Access Package add-on. BOMA/GLA is operationally affiliated with BOMA California (state) and BOMA International (global federation), but maintains an independent Board of Directors and operates as a separate nonprofit. The headcount is small (1-10 employees) and the model is asset-light and community-led rather than technology-led.

Name

BOMA Greater Los Angeles

Legal name

BOMA Greater Los Angeles

Website

https://www.bomagla.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

BOMA Greater Los Angeles is a 1915-founded nonprofit trade association serving over 2,000 commercial real estate professionals in Greater LA through advocacy, education, networking, and recognition programs including the TOBY Awards and signature industry events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Principal, Associate, and Professional members including building owners, managers, and service providers in commercial real estate.
2. Event Revenue: Registration fees for signature events including Awards Gala, BOMA at the Bowl, Boot-Scootin' Country Festival, Havana Nights, ChrisMix, Triple Play Sports Fest, and various educational workshops and policy briefings.
3. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for events ranging from $550 for Career Fair registration sponsors to $12,500 for Awards Gala presenting sponsors. Also includes annual partnership tiers (Platinum, Gold) and membership renewal sponsorships.
4. Awards Program Fees: Entry fees for TOBY (The Outstanding Building of the Year) awards program - $375 local entry fee covering building submissions and tours.
5. Leadership Access Package: $900 add-on package providing priority access to Boot-Scootin' Country Festival and Awards Gala, offered as optional membership renewal add-on.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

BOMA Greater Los Angeles (BOMA/GLA) is a nonprofit professional membership association founded in 1915 that serves more than 2,000 commercial real estate professionals across the Greater Los Angeles region. The organization sells tiered memberships (Principal, Associate, and Professional), delivers advocacy and policy representation, continuing education, networking events, signature galas, and industry award programs such as the TOBY Awards and Awards of Excellence. It also publishes benchmarking resources such as the Operating Benchmark Report for the CRE community.

Product overview

BOMA Greater Los Angeles (BOMA/GLA) is a professional association serving the commercial real estate industry since 1915 with over 2,000 members. The organization operates a portfolio of programs and services centered around advocacy, education, networking, and recognition. Core offerings include the BOMA on the Frontline news platform for industry insights, the prestigious TOBY Awards and Awards of Excellence programs, and policy briefing sessions covering security, sustainability, codes/regulations, and property technology. Educational offerings include continuing education programs and the Rising Star professional development initiative. Member-facing tools include a Member Directory and Building Services Finder for connecting with service providers. Signature events such as the Awards Gala, BOMA at the Bowl, Boot-Scootin' Country Festival, and ChrisMix serve as major networking and fundraising activities. The organization also produces the BOMA/GLA Operating Benchmark Report for industry benchmarking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BOMA/GLA Membership (Principal, Associate, Professional tiers)

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered platinum, gold and core.

• 2020 Building ServicesplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing facility services to CRE properties. Appears in sponsor lineup for 2026 events and programs.
• 5x5 TelecomplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing telecommunications services. Featured in 2026 partner sponsorship tier.
• ABMplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner - ABM is a leading provider of facility services, cleaning, and building solutions.
• BluSky (formerly HARBRO)platinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing restoration and reconstruction services.
• Cadre Landscape, Inc.platinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing landscaping, exterior maintenance, and environmental services. Located at 10920 Hawthorne Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90304.
• DugganplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner - commercial real estate services provider.
• KALLPA Construction LLCplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing construction services to CRE properties.
• Knight CommercialplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner - commercial real estate services.
• MetroServicesplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing building services.
• NFS (National Fail Safe)platinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner providing fail-safe and safety services.
• TRL SystemsplatinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner - technology/systems provider for buildings.
• UG2platinumGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Annual Partner - facilities and building services.
• Amrani ConstructiongoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing construction services.
• CCS (Commercial Cleaning Services)goldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing commercial cleaning and janitorial services.
• KastlegoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing security and access control systems.
• Kimball (Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP)goldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner - law firm specializing in commercial real estate.
• LAZ ParkinggoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing parking management services.
• Parking Concepts Inc.goldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing parking solutions and management.
• Pride IndustriesgoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner - social enterprise providing facility services with a mission to create employment for people with disabilities.
• VitalitygoldGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Annual Partner providing commercial furniture and interiors.
• BOMA CaliforniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level BOMA affiliate representing the California commercial real estate industry with advocacy, education, and networking at the state legislative level.
• BOMA InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal BOMA organization providing international resources, research, advocacy frameworks, and the international TOBY Awards competition.
• LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSecurity and Emergency Preparedness Policy Briefing partner providing routine updates, Q&A sessions, and crime prevention resources for building security.
• LAFD (Los Angeles Fire Department)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides fire safety and disaster preparedness updates through Security and Emergency Preparedness Policy Briefings.
• LADBS (Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCodes and Regulations Policy Briefing partner providing building code updates, permitting guidance, and regulatory compliance information.
• LA City Attorney's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides legal and regulatory updates through policy briefings covering building operations and compliance.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BOMA California: State-level BOMA affiliate providing advocacy, education, and networking for California commercial real estate professionals. Directly comparable as a parallel-tier membership association in the same federation, with overlapping leadership and member base in California.
• BOMA Georgia: Regional BOMA chapter serving Georgia's commercial real estate industry. Directly comparable as a peer chapter within the BOMA federation, with similar revenue model (dues, events, awards) but operating in the Atlanta/Southeast market.
• BOMA San Francisco: Sister BOMA chapter serving the San Francisco Bay Area commercial real estate market. Directly comparable in structure, programming (TOBY awards, advocacy, education, networking events), and member profile; competes indirectly for the attention of California-based CRE firms.
• IREM (Institute of Real Estate Management): International organization for property and asset managers offering certification (CPM, ARM), education, and networking. Comparable as a CRE membership association serving property managers, with overlapping professional development and credentialing offerings.

Regional players

• BOMA New York: Regional BOMA chapter serving New York City and surrounding markets. Directly comparable as a peer BOMA chapter, but focused on the NYC CRE market rather than Los Angeles.

Broad incumbents

• ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers): Global trade association for the retail real estate industry, providing advocacy, education, and networking. Comparable in business model (membership + events + advocacy) but specializes in retail rather than office/industrial CRE.
• NAIOP (Commercial Real Estate Development Association): National trade association for commercial real estate developers, owners, and investors. Comparable as a CRE membership organization delivering advocacy, education, and networking, but oriented toward development and investment rather than building operations.
• BOMA International: Global parent federation that BOMA/GLA belongs to, providing international research, advocacy frameworks, and the international TOBY Awards. Comparable as a CRE membership association with overlapping programs, but operating at a national/global scale rather than a regional one.
• ULI (Urban Land Institute): Global research and education organization supporting responsible land use and real estate development. Comparable as a CRE-facing membership body offering education, networking, and policy research, though with a broader land-use remit than BOMA/GLA's building operations focus.

Emerging players

• CoreNet Global: Global association for corporate real estate (CRE) end-users, occupiers, and service providers. Comparable as a membership organization serving CRE professionals with education and networking, though focused on the occupier/corporate side rather than building owners and managers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/BomaLos
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCqlagXHnepb0AohZ0pxty-w
• Facebookfacebook.com/BOMAGLA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/boma-greater-los-angeles
• Instagraminstagram.com/bomagreaterla

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