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U.S. BANCORP RENEWS 447,000 SF HEADQUARTERS IN MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Minneapolis-based U.S. Bancorp is the parent company of U.S. Bank National Association, the fifth-largest commercial bank in the United States.

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  • Minneapolis-based U.S. Bancorp is the parent company of U.S. Bank National Association, the fifth-largest commercial bank in the United States.
  • Employees of U.S. Bancorp have worked in the iconic tower that bears its name, U.S. Bancorp Center, since the building opened in 2000.
  • U.S. Bancorp Center recently received the 2023 BOMA International TOBY, which awards one property in each size category globally for its excellence in building management and operations.
  • In an ongoing effort to foster health and wellness inspired environments, US Bancorp Center holds additional designations including LEED-Gold, Energy Star, WELL Health-Safety Rating, and BOMA 360 Performance.

Empire State Building Wins Big with Three Prestigious Awards for Excellence in Building Management, Sustainability, and Community Contributions

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced that the world-famous Empire State Building received three prestigious awards which showcase ESRT’s dedication to exemplary tenant experience; modernized, amenity-rich properties; and a world-class brand.

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  • Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) announced that the world-famous Empire State Building received three prestigious awards which showcase ESRT’s dedication to exemplary tenant experience; modernized, amenity-rich properties; and a world-class brand.
  • “We are thrilled and honored to receive the prestigious BOMA Grand Pinnacle Award,” said Diane Fields, vice president of property management at the Empire State Building.
  • More information about the Empire State Building, and current available office space, can be found online .
  • More information about the Empire State Building Observatory can be found online .

BOMA International Releases Recommendations on Building Electrification

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Friday, November 3, 2023

The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International has released a set of recommendations on the trending topic of building electrification, following the publication of a groundbreaking research study on the topic.

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  • The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International has released a set of recommendations on the trending topic of building electrification, following the publication of a groundbreaking research study on the topic.
  • The recommendations build on a first-of-its-kind research report, "Electrification in Commercial Buildings," which examines available technologies, the electrical grid, regional differences, and relevant public policy and programs.
  • The concept of encouraging or mandating building electrification has evolved rapidly from a niche concept to a mainstream sustainability goal discussed on national and global scales.
  • BOMA International has been at the forefront of filling this void, with the two recent documents building on a previous BOMA Policy Brief released at the beginning of the year, "Building Electrification and Carbon Reduction," which provides an overview of the opportunities and challenges.

Allison-Smith Celebrates 80 Years of Innovation / Georgia firm experiences continued growth through a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation and problem solving

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Monday, October 23, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ALLISON-SMITH CELEBRATES 80 YEARS OF INNOVATION

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  • Georgia firm experiences continued growth through a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation and problem solving.
  • Founded in Georgia in 1943, Allison-Smith Company is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone - 80 years in business.
  • The firm's longevity is credited to a company culture that is rooted in entrepreneurship, innovation, and problem solving.
  • Allison-Smith has also lent its services to institutions like the Georgia Institute of Technology, the University of Georgia, and Georgia State.

Savage Brothers Painting Joins BOMA International's Partner Program

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Monday, October 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Savage Brothers Painting, a national leader in warehouse painting, maintenance, and renovation, has joined the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International's Partnership Program as an Ambassador Partner.

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  • Savage Brothers Painting has joined the program at the Ambassador Level.
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Savage Brothers Painting, a national leader in warehouse painting, maintenance, and renovation, has joined the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International's Partnership Program as an Ambassador Partner.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Savage Brothers Painting to our esteemed Partnership Program, as an Ambassador Partner," said Bob Six, BOMA International Chair and BOMA Fellow.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Savage Brothers Painting to our esteemed Partnership Program, as an Ambassador Partner," said Bob Six, BOMA International Chair and BOMA Fellow.

Duthie Power Services Generator Technicians achieve EGSA Journeyman Certification

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Monday, October 2, 2023

LONG BEACH, Calif., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Duthie Power Services, a member of the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA), is proud to announce eight of its generator technicians successfully passed the EGSA Journeyman training. In addition, a new class of five more technicians are pursuing Journeyman certification, as part of Duthie Power's commitment to sponsor its technicians through this training.

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  • Duthie Power Services, a member of the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA), is proud to announce eight of its generator technicians successfully passed the EGSA Journeyman training.
  • LONG BEACH, Calif., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Duthie Power Services, a member of the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA), is proud to announce eight of its generator technicians successfully passed the EGSA Journeyman training.
  • In addition, a new class of five more technicians are pursuing Journeyman certification, as part of Duthie Power's commitment to sponsor its technicians through this training.
  • "The generator technicians at Duthie Power Services have decades of experience in the field, but we felt strongly about investing in this certification to demonstrate the depth of their knowledge and expertise."

Free Low Carbon Training Program to help building and real estate sector professionals thrive in the low-carbon future

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

“The needs of the building sector are changing quickly, increasing demand for skills in low carbon construction and retrofits.

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  • “The needs of the building sector are changing quickly, increasing demand for skills in low carbon construction and retrofits.
  • “The Low Carbon Training Program is designed to improve collaboration among leading industry associations and increase reach into the industry to effectively build knowledge and skills for low-carbon solutions.
  • The comprehensive curriculum encompasses the fundamental principles of low-carbon building that can be applied to new construction and building retrofits.
  • The Low Carbon Training Program for Construction Professionals provides an introduction to low-carbon building core concepts and their application to construction.

Lobby CRE in Partnership with IREM®, NAA, and BOMA Release 2022 Income/Expense IQ Benchmark Data

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- More than 6,500 submissions were collected from real estate operators across the country through an innovative digital process that makes it easier than ever to submit and collect data. The digitally-upgraded benchmarks provide real-time access and facilitate the identification of actionable insights and opportunities that boost operational efficiency for owners and tenants.

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  • "We're excited to be able to automate data submissions and provide the industry with the most detailed benchmark data set ever.
  • "IREM's partnership with Lobby CRE, NAA, and BOMA enhances the effectiveness of our Income/Expense IQ.
  • The collaboration with Lobby CRE helps IREM, NAA, and BOMA members with faster speed to insight into how an asset or portfolio is performing based on 2022 asset performance data.
  • Why Income/Expense IQ Benchmark: The I/E IQ Benchmark empowers operators to assess performance side-by-side with real (not survey or statistical) data automatically standardized for a true like-kind analysis.

Lobby CRE in Partnership with IREM®, NAA, and BOMA Release 2022 Income/Expense IQ Benchmark Data

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Real Estate Management® (IREM), the National Apartment Association (NAA), and Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), in partnership with Lobby CRE, a centralized platform for financial and operational data across commercial real estate properties, have released their 2022 Income/Expense IQ (I/E IQ) benchmark data, providing nationwide, real-time property performance benchmarks for multi-family and office real estate. This data comes at an ideal time as operators strive to identify expense and revenue optimization opportunities during volatile market conditions.

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  • "We're excited to be able to automate data submissions and provide the industry with the most detailed benchmark data set ever.
  • "NAA is once again excited to be a part of this innovative collaboration alongside IREM, BOMA, and Lobby CRE," said Bob Pinnegar, NAA President and CEO.
  • "IREM's partnership with Lobby CRE, NAA, and BOMA enhances the effectiveness of our Income/Expense IQ.
  • The collaboration with Lobby CRE helps IREM, NAA, and BOMA members with faster speed to insight into how an asset or portfolio is performing based on 2022 asset performance data.

BOMA International Receives 2023 Power of Associations Gold Award for Carbon Reduction Initiative

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BOMA International's award-winning Carbon Reduction program consists of thousands of buildings and continues to grow. All buildings that enter the program pledge to track their portfolio's carbon output using data analytics implemented by BOMA International. Once this data is provided, they are encouraged to visit the Decarbonization Resource Center which provides numerous avenues of carbon reduction for buildings of all classes and sizes.

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  • BOMA International, the premier trade association representing the commercial real estate industry, earned a prestigious Power of Associations Gold Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its successful Carbon Reduction initiative.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BOMA International's award-winning Carbon Reduction program consists of thousands of buildings and continues to grow.
  • All buildings that enter the program pledge to track their portfolio's carbon output using data analytics implemented by BOMA International.
  • "The BOMA International Advocacy team is incredibly honored to receive this award," said BOMA International Vice President of Advocacy & Building Codes Don Davis, Esq.