The Building Owners and Managers Association of Boston - BOMA Boston (a division of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board) - which represents over 100 million s/f of commercial real estate space in downtown and the suburban areas, hosted its annual BOMA Boston The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) and Industry Awards on Thursday, November 17th at the Sheraton Boston Hotel.
BOMA Boston's TOBY Awards recognizes excellence in building operations and property management. Thirteen commercial real estate properties took home TOBY Awards. In addition, nine individuals and companies were honored for their commitment to BOMA Boston and to the real estate industry. Five hundred guests were in attendance to celebrate these accomplishments.
"Twenty two much deserved awards were given out on November 17th, and BOMA Boston is proud to recognize the outstanding individuals and companies who contribute to the success of commercial real estate in the Greater Boston region," said BOMA Boston executive director, Christine O'Donnell.
The list of winners includes 13 commercial office properties in the Greater Boston area, selected from a record 39 building submissions. BOMA Boston awarded Robert Lemons of KeyPoint Partners LLC with the BOMA Boston Executive of the Year Award, and Thomas Coates of Building Technology Engineers with the Executive Engineer of the Year award.
2011 BOMA Boston president, Jeffrey Cook of Fidelity Real Estate Co. LLC said, "BOMA Boston is proud of the accomplishments of its members, and of the contributions made to the Greater Boston community through the properties they own, manage and service."
2011 BOMA Boston TOBY & Industry Award winners include:
* Robert Lemons, KeyPoint Partners, LLC, - BOMA Boston Executive of the Year;
* Thomas Coates, Building Technology Engineers, Executive Engineer of the Year;
* Patrick Glynn, CBRE New England, Property Manager of the Year - High Rise;
* Cheryl Esper, CBRE New England, Property Manager of the Year - Mid Rise;
* Keely Calkins, CBRE New England, Property Manager of the Year - Low Rise;
* Kelly Oyekoya, Jones Lang LaSalle, Property Manager of the Year - Suburban;
* Tom Calnan, Brookfield Office Properties, Engineer of the Year;
* Craig Lovett, Mass Hauling & Capital Paper Recycling, Affiliate Member of the Year;
* UGL Services, Affiliate Company of the Year.
The Outstanding Building
of the Year (TOBY)
* Under 100,000 s/f Property: 21 Custom House St. - Management Company: Jones Lang LaSalle
* 100,000 - 249,999 s/f Property: One Chestnut Place - Management Company: CBRE New England
* 250,000 - 499,999 s/f Property: 125 Summer St. - Management Company: Equity Office
* 500,000 - 1,000,000 s/f Property: 225 Franklin St. - Management Company: Equity Office
* Over 1,000,000 s/f Property: 100 Summer St. - Management Company: Equity Office
* Corporate Building: 245 Summer St. - Owner: Fidelity Investments - Management Company: CBRE New England
* Laboratory Building: Center for Life Science Boston - Management Company: BioMed Realty Trust, Inc.
* Industrial Office Park: Forge Park - Management Company: CBRE New England
* Suburban Office Park Low Rise: Westborough Office Park - Management Company: BPG Management Company, L.P.
* Suburban Office Park Mid Rise: New England Executive Park - Management Company: Equity Office
* Historical Building: The Newbry - Management Company: CBRE New England
* Renovated Building: 53 State St. - Management Company: Brookfield Office Properties
* Earth Award: 75 State St. - Management Company: Brookfield Office Properties
For more information about BOMA Boston and the 2011 BOMA Boston TOBY and Industry Awards, please visit the BOMA Boston website at www.bomaboston.org
BOMA Boston represents owners and managers of over 150 million s/f of commercial real estate in the Greater Boston area. BOMA Boston provides the best professional knowledge and networking opportunities in the Greater Boston real estate industry. These opportunities are provided through interactive educational programs and committee work; publication of local, state, national and international industry news and initiatives; legislative and regulatory representation; and community involvement.
About Greater Boston Real Estate Board (GBREB)
Founded in 1889, the Greater Boston Real Estate Board counts as its members more than 7,500 professionals engaged in all sectors of the industry. One of the local boards of the National Association of Realtors (the largest trade association in North America), BOMA International and the National Apartment Association, GBREB is considered unique nationally due to its varied membership base. The Board also has five major divisions which are: Building Owners and Managers Association; Commercial Brokers Association; Real Estate Finance Association; Rental Housing Association; Greater Boston Association of Realtors.
About the BOMA Boston TOBY and Industry Awards
The BOMA Boston TOBY and Industry Awards are an annual recognition of the best operations and management in commercial real estate. The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Awards are part of the BOMA International TOBY Awards. Awards are given in 14 categories for best practices in building operations. The winners of the BOMA Boston TOBY Awards will have an opportunity to compete at the regional and international levels of BOMA. BOMA Boston Industry Awards are given to individuals and organizations who are involved in BOMA Boston, pursue continuing education opportunities and are involved in the Greater Boston community. Each individual and company in the running for an award is first nominated and then submits a minimum of two letters of recommendation from tenants and supervisors.