Orkin, Inc., an industry leader in commercial pest management, is the newest Supporting Partner of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International. As a Supporting Partner, Orkin pledged to support BOMA's vital programs in advocacy, education, research and membership. BOMA International's partnership program, developed in 2004, allows partner companies to invest in the success and viability of the commercial real estate industry they serve. With three levels of participation - Cornerstone Partner, Leadership Circle and Supporting Partner - the program demonstrates the commitment of leading organizations to provide the resources BOMA International needs to advance its advocacy, education and research initiatives for the benefit the entire commercial real estate industry. "Orkin is a longtime leader in commercial pest management and has earned a reputation as a dependable and valued supplier," said BOMA International chairman and chief elected officer Brenna Walraven, RPA, CPM, executive managing director, national property management, USAA Real Estate Company. "With their expertise and industry recognized leadership, they are a welcome addition to our Partnership Program and we look forward to advancing the industry together." "We are excited to embark on this partnership with BOMA International," said Orkin Commercial's marketing manager Cam Glover. "We look forward to being a part of the BOMA family and exploring the opportunities to share our knowledge and learn from BOMA members and the industry at large." The Building Owners and Managers Association International is an international federation of more than 90 local associations and affiliated organizations. BOMA's 16,500-plus members own or manage more than nine billion s/f of commercial properties in North America and throughout the world. The mission of BOMA International is to enhance the human, intellectual and physical assets of the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, education, research, standards and information. Founded in 1907, BOMA International celebrates 100 years of commercial real estate in 2007. Learn more at www.boma.org.