building owners and managers association of new york

What building owners and managers association of new york does

BOMA New York (Building Owners & Managers Association of Greater New York) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1967 that serves as the Greater New York federation of BOMA International, the world's largest commercial real estate trade association. The organization represents building owners, professional property management firms, professional service providers (accounting, legal, brokerage, architecture, engineering), and contract services providers operating across the five boroughs of New York City and Long Island. Members collectively manage approximately 529 million square feet of commercial office space and contribute to a $27 billion state economy footprint, with automatic access to BOMA International's broader network of over 16,000 professionals across North America representing more than 9 billion square feet.

The association's core offerings operate across four pillars: education, advocacy, networking, and recognition. Education is delivered through BOMI (Building Owners and Managers Institute) designation courses covering RPA, FMA, SMT, and SMA credentials, plus seminars, monthly virtual forums, and a scholarship program established in 1988. Advocacy operates through three policy committees (Codes & Regulations, Energy & Sustainability, and Preparedness) with documented seat access at NYC Office of Emergency Management since 1999 and partnerships with REBNY, NYECC, and NYSERDA. Networking is structured around 10 active committees and a mentorship program now launching its third cohort in 2026. Recognition is anchored by the 53-year-old Pinnacle Awards program and the regional/international TOBY awards pipeline through BOMA International.

Revenue is generated through five membership tiers (Principal $2,180, Associate $900, Professional $2,160, Allied $2,500, Emerging Leaders $225 annually), BOMI course fees ($1,300 members / $1,450 non-members), events and corporate sponsorships (Pinnacle Awards, golf tournaments, bowling tournaments, holiday luncheons), and ancillary programs. The organization operates with a lean three-person staff (Executive Director Lori Raphael, Director of Professional Development Tiara Raman, Administrative Associate Sabrina Tanzin) supported by a Board of Directors drawn from member firms including Cushman & Wakefield, Vornado, Hines, Related Companies, The Durst Organization, CBRE, JLL, SL Green, Brookfield Properties, Silverstein Properties, Tishman Speyer, Paramount Group, BXP, and Rudin Management. There is no proprietary technology platform; services are delivered through in-person events, live virtual learning, podcasts, webinars, and member-only digital resources.

Name

building owners and managers association of new york

Legal name

Building Owners & Managers Association of Greater New York

Website

https://bomany.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

BOMA New York is a nonprofit trade association serving commercial real estate professionals across New York City and Long Island, providing education, advocacy, networking, and recognition programs to member firms collectively managing approximately 529 million square feet of office space.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate Trade Association Services

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial/Office Owners Association Management (BPAJAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Association Compliance, Governance & Board Support Services (BPAJAHAN)

Keywords

• Commercial real estate association
• Property management education
• Building industry advocacy
• Professional BOMI designations
• CRE networking events

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: BOMA New York generates primary revenue through annual membership dues at five levels: Principal ($2,180/year), Associate ($900/year), Professional ($2,160/year), Allied ($2,500/year), and Emerging Leaders ($225/year). Membership is held at the firm level.
2. Educational Programs (BOMI Courses): Revenue from BOMI professional designation courses: $1,300 for member firms, $1,450 for non-members. Additional fees include $225 new student enrollment fee, $65 for print books, $100 for dual designation, $100 for individual course enrollment.
3. Events and Sponsorships: Revenue from event registrations (Pinnacle Awards, golf tournaments, bowling tournaments, holiday luncheons, building tours) and corporate sponsorships. The 53rd Annual Pinnacle Awards is scheduled for September 24, 2026 at Chelsea Piers.
4. Scholarship Program: The scholarship program established in 1988 covers up to 8 BOMI courses toward one BOMI designation including e-books, initial exam fees, and BOMA NY processing fees. Scholarship recipients must be members or join within one month of receiving the scholarship.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

BOMA New York is a nonprofit trade association serving commercial real estate professionals in New York City and Long Island. It provides firm-level membership across five tiers (Principal, Associate, Professional, Allied, Emerging Leaders), professional education through BOMI designation courses (RPA, FMA, SMT, SMA), industry advocacy through three policy committees, networking via 10 active committees, and recognition through the annual Pinnacle Awards program.

Product overview

BOMA New York is a trade association serving commercial real estate professionals, offering a portfolio of membership-based services including professional education programs through BOMI (RPA, FMA, SMT, SMA designations), the annual Pinnacle Awards recognition program, mentorship and scholarship programs for career development, monthly newsletters and educational seminars on industry topics, and legislative advocacy through policy committees. The organization does not offer a unified software product but rather delivers services through membership tiers, educational programming, networking events, and industry resources.

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Products and services

• BOMA New York Membership (Five Tiers)
• BOMI Designation Courses (RPA, FMA, SMT, SMA)
• Pinnacle Awards Program
• Mentorship Program
• Scholarship Program
• Government Affairs Advocacy Program
• Seminars and Monthly Forums
• Signature Events (Holiday Luncheon, Golf Classic, Bowling Tournament, Leadership Breakfast, Spring Soiree, Building Tours)

Quantifiable outcome

• BOMA New York represents approximately 529 million square feet of commercial office space in NYC
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• Fordham UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 July 2017BOMA NY and Fordham University partnered for a career program to support professional development and career pathways in commercial real estate for students and emerging professionals.
• BOMA InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBOMA NY is the Greater New York area's federation of BOMA International, the world's largest trade association. When firms join BOMA NY, they receive automatic membership in both the regional MAC and BOMA International federation. BOMA International's mission is to enhance the human, intellectual and physical assets of the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, education, research, standards and information. The organization represents over 16,000 commercial real estate professionals and more than nine billion square feet of office space in North America.
• Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAC is the regional consortium comprising 15 BOMA federations: Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Greater Buffalo, Greater Hartford, New Jersey, Central New York, Greater New York, Long Island, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Greater Rochester, Southern Connecticut, Metropolitan Washington and Westchester County, NY. MAC promotes general welfare of the industry by creating, developing and maintaining cooperation among building owners and managers. Founded in 1926 by federations of Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.
• New York Energy Consumer Council (NYECC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBOMA New York partners with NYECC to shape legislative agendas for realistic energy efficiency programs. This partnership helps BOMA NY represent the real estate community's concerns and offer comprehensive resources such as guidebooks for cooperative landlord-tenant relationships.
• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBOMA NY partners with REBNY to create legislative agendas shaped by consensus for energy efficiency programs. REBNY collaboration extends to joint webinars such as 'Decoding Office Measurement' presented by Plandata.
• Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBOMI was established by BOMA in 1970 to fill a perceived gap in property management education. BOMI has developed well-respected RPA, FMA, SMT and SMA programs that have graduated thousands of career professionals. BOMA NY offers BOMI courses through its education programs, including scholarships for members.
• Platinum Sponsors (2026 Pinnacle Awards)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum sponsors for the 2026 Pinnacle Awards include: DK, Quality Building Services, QBS, Empire State Realty Trust, Elecor Properties, Vornado Realty Trust, Related Companies, The Durst Organization, and Royal Concrete and Masonry Corp. Sponsorships provide marketing opportunities to target audience.
• NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on Energy Action Day programming. BOMA NY Energy Action Day presents 'Greening the Grid' featuring collaboration with NYSERDA, ESRT, and Hines on energy sustainability initiatives.
• CaringKindminorOthersCaringKind received the Civic Betterment Award from BOMA NY in December 2023, recognizing their community contributions.
• Tunnel to Towers FoundationminorOthersTunnel to Towers Foundation received the Civic Betterment Award from BOMA NY in December 2021 for their community service work. The foundation also hosted the 4th Annual Cocktail Event in partnership with BOMA NY.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• CCIM Institute: Commercial real estate association offering the CCIM designation for investment, financial analysis, and brokerage professionals. Comparable as a peer CRE education-and-designation body; overlaps on commercial real estate professional development but focuses on investment/brokerage rather than building operations.

Direct peers

• CoreNet Global: Global association for corporate real estate (CRE) and workplace professionals. Comparable as a peer association serving corporate real estate occupiers and managers with education, networking, and research; complements rather than duplicates BOMA NY's owner/manager focus.
• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY): NYC's primary commercial real estate industry association representing owners, developers, brokers, and managers. Direct peer for NYC CRE advocacy, networking, and member services; BOMA NY and REBNY partner on joint webinars and legislative agendas but compete for the same NYC CRE membership base.
• Building Owners and Managers Association of Greater Boston: Sibling BOMA federation serving the Greater Boston commercial real estate market. Direct peer of identical organizational structure, services (membership, advocacy, education, Pinnacle/TOBY awards), and affiliation with BOMA International and MAC.
• Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM): International association for real estate management professionals offering CPM designation and property management education. Comparable to BOMA NY's BOMI designation programs; both serve property managers, with IREM's Greater NY Chapter leaders overlapping with BOMA NY's board.
• NAIOP: Leading trade association for commercial real estate developers, owners, and investors. Comparable as a competing national CRE industry body offering advocacy, education, and networking; differs by focusing more on development/industrial and broader geographic scope versus BOMA NY's office-management focus.
• Building Owners and Managers Association of Philadelphia: Sibling BOMA federation serving the Greater Philadelphia commercial real estate market. Direct peer under BOMA International and the Middle Atlantic Conference, offering the same membership tiers, advocacy, education, and awards structure as BOMA NY.

Broad incumbents

• BOMA International: Parent federation and the world's largest commercial real estate trade association, with 16,000+ members representing 9+ billion SF. Directly comparable as BOMA NY is a local federation under BOMA International, sharing mission, education, advocacy, and awards frameworks.
• RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors): Global professional body for property and real estate professionals offering chartered surveyor credentials and standards. Comparable as an international CRE credentials and standards organization; broader geographic and disciplinary scope than BOMA NY.
• Urban Land Institute (ULI): Global research and education organization supporting responsible land use and real estate development. Comparable as a high-influence CRE industry association offering education, research, and networking; broader in scope (development, residential, capital markets) than BOMA NY's office-management niche.

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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Profiles21 records

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