BOMA San Francisco Views Q1 2021

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Q1 2021

Bay Area Awards

Gala Honors Outstanding Teams & Members Global pandemic? Never“Competing for a TOBY is an undertaking that involves the entire imagined operational challenges? team and highlights accomplishments These hurdles didn’t stop Bay Area in areas from energy efficiency to building teams from competing and tenant relations to community impact,” bringing home the gold medal in our says Cortney Shadel, a member of the industry—The Outstanding Building BOMA Awards of the Year Committee.

(TOBY) Award “The judges for 2020. were awed Three by the teams’ teams in San efforts to Francisco and enhance their one in Oakland properties, alter were recogamenities and nized for their build commuexcellence at nity during a the virtual challenging BOMA Bay Best Office Building • 500,000 – 1 million SF time.”

Area Awards 333 Bush Street • Tishman Speyer Teams Gala on compete at the February 11. local level, and winners proceed to the Members from BOMA San Francisco regional level. Regional winners go and BOMA Oakland/East Bay conon to international competition, and vened online for the event. While winners are recognized at the BOMA we missed the glitz of galas past, we International conference in July. were inspired by the teams’ impressive 333 Bush a Three-Time Winner achievements. Members of the year The Tishman Speyer team at 333 were also announced (see page 9).

Bush Street racked up its third TOBY TOBYs Reward Team Effort win in the largest category for Best Are you familiar with the TOBY Office Building (500,000–1 million award and what’s involved in winning? square feet). In positioning the property BOMA International’s TOBY is the for the contest, the team built on premost prestigious and comprehensive vious successes, while also emphasizing program of its kind in the commercial two major 2020 achievements: obtainreal estate industry, recognizing quality ing the FITWEL certification-2 stars in office buildings and rewarding exceland True Zero Waste pre-certification. lence in office building management.

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2 Let BOMA Help You Break Out of the Social Distancing Doldrums, Grow Your Career and Continue Your Education

by Kevin Whalen, LEED® GA, BOMA SF President, and Senior Vice President, JLL This month we embark on year two of the pandemic and eagerly await mass vaccination. We hope this will spell an end to the current safety measures in place and spur a resumption of the business activities that we were accustomed to prior to March 2020. Looking back on the past year, I find myself thinking back gratefully on all of the engagement I had with BOMA SF over the past year.

I’m looking forward to the ways that BOMA will provide our membership to collaborate, network and learn in 2021. I look to these opportunities as critical to my mental health and professional development and hope to see you all out there, too!

Attend BOMA Events – Yes, the events committee is still humming along and has done a fantastic job of bridging the virtual gap. Whether it be Java with a Twist, the newly formed BOMA SF Book Club, or Zoom brewery tours, BOMA continues to provide space for our members to gather socially and leave work behind for a bit.

Join a Committee – I am perpetually impressed by the brilliant thought leadership, professional collaboration, and industry dedication expressed by our committees and their chairs. Engaging with a committee keeps you at the forefront of the issues impacting CRE in San Francisco, enhances your value to your employer, and provides a setting to contribute to BOMA’s mission to advance the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, professional development and information exchange.

Contributing to a committee is a great way to stay focused during the business day while working on a project outside your job’s typical scope. There truly is a committee for every interest, and they need your help!

Earn a Professional Designation and Attend Education Seminars – There is no better time to invest in yourself than now, and BOMA is working hard to provide those opportunities. The Education Committee continues to provide industry-leading seminars to help further the growth of professionals at all stages in their careers.

(Register for the upcoming Certificates of Insurance seminar on March 24). BOMA’s dedicated instructors have done an impressive job of seamlessly pivoting to distanced learning and are ready to help you achieve a professional designation that grows your career.

Advocate – The perspectives of our industry leaders are needed now more than ever as we continue with social distancing into 2021 and are provided fewer chances to get in front of our elected officials and city leadership.

Consider utilizing that policy interest you have neglected and adding your voice to the conversation by participating in the Government Affairs Policy Advisory Committee (GAPAC) or the BOMA SF Political Action Committee (BOMA-SF-PAC).

Give Back – As our industry experiences unprecedented challenges, help BOMA SF grow the leaders of tomorrow by providing your resources to the Commercial Real Estate Alliance for Tomorrow’s Employees (CREATE). It is more important than ever that we invest in the growth of the next generation of commercial real estate professionals and actively bring them into the industry. Recruit your next hire from CREATE’s pool of graduating students, provide valuable virtual mentoring to recent entrants to our industry, or donate to this excellent cause. You can post entry-level jobs and internships for free (visit https://jobboard.createworkforce.org/employers/).

Inside Views... n Environmental Issues • Page 7 n Members of the Year • Page 9 n DEI Goals for BOMA • Page 13 n Government Affairs • Page 13 n Members on the Move • Page 14 n PSW Regional Report • Page 15 n CMCP Education • Page 17 n Mingling Virtually • Page 19

I am confident that I will see you all in person soon, but until then I strongly suggest breaking out of the pandemic doldrums and engaging with BOMA SF. There are a plethora of opportunities.

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5 Tory Brubaker Promoted to BOMA SF Vice President of Operations Recently, BOMA San Francisco announced the promotion of Tory Brubaker, CAE, to Vice President of Operations following her 22 years serving our association. If you’ve attended a BOMA event or engaged virtually over the past year, chances are you’ve had a warm greeting and an engaging conversation with her. She was previously Member Services Director for BOMA San Francisco.

During her time in this position, Brubaker earned the CAE (Certified Association Executive) credential from the American Society of Association Executives. This credential is the marker of a committed association professional who has

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Over the past few years, Brubaker has taken on new responsibilities to assist with the BOMA’s operations, spearheading efforts to streamline processes and implement new procedures. Her leadership during the pandemic has strengthened member engagement and kept spirits high.

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“We’re starting off the year with a critical task: reviewing and compiling feedback on SF Department of Environment’s recently published draft of the Climate Action Plan,” says Ana Duffy, Chair of the BOMA SF Energy & Environment Committee. The year’s first virtual committee meeting included a presentation from Barry Hooper, the department’s Senior Green Building Coordinator, on the plan. Some highlights: w The department is in the midst of community engagement and plan refinement with a target of finalizing the plan in Spring 2021. w Two parts of the plan concern BOMA members: Energy Supply and Building Operations. The plan requires that existing buildings transition to efficient and all-electric equipment by 2035. The City has already approved a ban on natural gas in new construction which will take effect in June 2021.

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w The Zero Emissions Buildings Taskforce included input from stakeholders. Deliverables are broken down by new construction and existing buildings. Stakeholders’ feedback was: the City must communicate in ways that are clear, decarbonization must be in sync with real estate cycles, planning is key, set reasonable expectations, and the City should reward and validate success.

Following the presentation, BOMA members shared their thoughts on the plan, expressing concern about capital constraints and challenges meeting power requirements in all-electric equipment. When asked by a member if there is any consideration for economic impact or relief, given that we are in the midst of a pandemic, Hooper noted that the documents are non-binding and are intended to explain climate action goals and that “we do expect incentives to grow over time.” Members also noted that upstream emissions are not addressed in the plan. End-users can only do so much and embodied carbon must also be considered.

Duffy says that the committee and BOMA members are “heavily focused on providing feedback to the Climate Action Plan on behalf of BOMA membership.”

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Celebrating This year’s winner started her career and involvement with BOMA SF in 2014. Over the last six years, Daisy Delmar has shown vision and leadership well beyond her years and BOMA has benefited from her commitment. Focusing on working with the next generation of our local CRE workforce, she aimed her efforts on the Careers Committee – from managing its social media accounts, to spearheading the mentor match program to serving as Vice Chair in 2019 to Chair in 2020. Under Daisy’s leadership, the BOMA Careers Committee has helped place dozens of students in commercial real estate Principal positions. Much of this is due to the extensive time and preparation she Member of the Year puts into their learning experiences through building tours, informational interviews, and the mentor program. Daisy exemplifies the top qualities Daisy Delmar of a BOMA member. While she will remain with Boston Properties, Daisy Assistant Property has relocated to their Los Angeles region. We are forever indebted to the Manager, Boston indelible mark she has left on BOMA San Francisco.

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Engineer of the Year

David Montanez Chief Engineer, One Market Plaza, Paramount Group, Inc.

Nominated for the second year in a row, Chief David Montanez, consistently goes above and beyond by assisting and overseeing the operations of six buildings, encompassing 4.3 million square feet.

He works closely with his portfolio manager on back-of-the-house due diligence for potential asset acquisitions and also works closely with Property Managers to ensure they understand engineering, building systems and energy efficiencies. His leadership, guidance, and training has also helped other engineering staff move up in the industry as Assistant Chief or Chief Engineer. David’s engineering acumen, along with his computer skills, and ability to explain situations in easy terms has made him an asset to the property management and engineering community. His commitment to efficiency has resulted in well over $100k of annual savings. In addition to his dayto-day duties, he oversees a crew of 15 engineers and works on more than $12.5 million capital projects.

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The 333 Bush team “worked really hard during the pandemic to provide extraordinary service to our valued tenants,” said General Manager Glenn Good. “The property management team along with the engineers were on site every day.

This allowed us to focus on tenant as well as community relations. Tenants could reach out to the team, knowing we would be at the building to respond.”

333 Bush also launched a weekly tenant Town Hall Meeting: Quality Connections: Ready. Set. Grow.

Tenants love the opportunity to get together and connect virtually.

The property management team continued to engage with and greet tenants in the lobby.

One initiative provided “ZO. Welcome Back Kits” with masks,

hand sanitizer and other items to tenants. (ZO. is a concept developed by Tishman Speyer, inspired by “zoe,” the Greek word for “life,” and the idea of being “in the zone.”)

Yet perhaps the “sweetest” innovation was the installation of two beehives on the fourth floor terrace. “One of our The team distributed welcome back kits to tenants. most successful connections upgrading the outdoor Trinity Plaza with tenants was a virtual adjacent to the building with heat seminar on bees,” Good said. lamps and additional seating.

More than 60 tenants participated The building continued to focus and 100 jars of ZO.-branded honey on energy initiatives. Engineers were were given as tenant gifts. keyed in on operating the buildAs part of its focus on health, ing efficiently while implementing the building places tenants’ health in cost-saving measures. New HVAC the forefront of every decision. This measures were implemented to ensure included: upgrading air filters from that air coming into the building MERV-13 to MERV-15, opening the maximizes tenant comfort and health. building stairwells for access, and

Kilroy’s 100 First Street TOBY Victory and Its Sustainability Commitment

Best Office Building • 250,000 – 499,999 SF • 100 First Street • Kilroy Realty Sun Terrace gives tenants a safe space to retreat.

The TOBY in the 250,000-499,999 SF category went to Kilroy’s 100 First Street. “We aim to create dynamic and productive work environments, and we wanted to make sure this was captured in our TOBY submission,” said 100 First Street’s Property Manager Megan Pusateri.

“We focused on components that are distinctive to 100 First, such as our outdoor Sun Terrace space, which is just one feature that sets us immediately apart. Additionally, we felt it was important to focus on the various measures in place at the building to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for our tenants, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.”

The team proactively partnered with Underwriters Laboratories to verify that the building successfully implemented Kilroy’s pandemic response and preparedness safety measures to help mitigate the risk of transmission. This involved a thorough evaluation of all its standard operating procedures and systems. “Fortunately, we went into the pandemic with strong health programs in place at 100 First, allowing us to quickly pivot to focus on viral safety because air quality and active design, and important mitigation measures were already priorities,” Pusateri added.

Ensuring the health, safety and comfort of tenants has always been a top priority. At the pandemic’s start, the Sun Terrace was fitted with adequate signage and resources so tenants could continue to retreat to the space safely.

Though 2020 was an extremely challenging year, the team’s commitment to sustainability remained at the forefront.

“We continued to focus on reducing our environmental footprint through energy efficiency, water efficiency, and more,” said Pusateri. “The TOBY process strengthened the team’s relationships and morale, allowing everyone to shine.”

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The Exchange at Larkspur Landing Blends Outdoors & Indoors The TOBY winner in the Suburban Office Park (LowRise) Category is The Exchange at Larkspur Landing, managed by Jamestown Urban Management. The unique property features a spacious common courtyard, as well as a shared lounge amenity. “We have focused on creating space that is conducive to productivity and balance— where people can work inside as well as outdoors (using complimentary wi-fi in the courtyard) and enjoy the flexibility offered by shared amenities like the tenant lounge.

Here, people can host break-out meetings, trainings, conferences, or just get away and enjoy a cup of coffee,” says Danae Outeiro, General Manager for the property.

“Green initiatives, such as LEED Certification and EnergyStar ratings, have also been a focus, and we strive to ensure that we are following best practices and improving with every design and operational update,” she adds.

Numerous innovations were launched in response to the pandemic. “We introduced hand-sanitizer stations at all 13 property entrances, as well as 14 additional common spaces and restrooms,” Outeiro says. “We installed foot pedal door openers on the restroom doors, to allow for a hands-free exit. All 14 restrooms are equipped with touch-free faucets and soap dispensers. We installed a GPS-iMOD Ionization

Air Purification System to all air UR units at all buildings, to improve particle and pathogen reduction.”

Two of the buildSuburban Office Park • The Exchange at Larkspur ings are Landing • Jamestown Urban Management LEED Platinum, and the third is LEED Gold. The EnergyStar ratings are 80, 84 and 89, and are expected to be higher this year with the addition of more drought-resistant landscaping and the GPS-iMOD Ionization HVAC systems.

Outeiro said this the first time the team submitted for a TOBY Award. “We felt the timing was right, following the completion of a number of projects that have truly enhanced the tenant experience. I am looking forward to welcoming more of our tenants back and showing them all we have done in the last 11 months with their well-being in mind.”

(See photos of the TOBY-winning teams on page 19.)

333 Bush Soars to New Heights...

3x TOBY Award Winner The 333 Bush team was honored for its outstanding performance, earning the TOBY Award for San Francisco buildings in the 500,000–1 million square-feet category for the third year in a row.

Tishman Speyer salutes the stellar team for its innovations in property management, tenant engagement and sustainability in a challenging year.

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13 Diversity Committee Sets Goals, Recruits Volunteers BOMA SF’s recently formed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion EQUITY (DEI) Committee set ambitious goals and devised small work groups to put its bold intentions in action at its first virtual meeting in January. Building a strong foundation and focusing on what the committee could be were discussed, said Committee Chair Malcolm Stanley, Business Development Manager, BluSky Restoration Contractors, LLC. “There are a lot of ways for people to get involved in the half dozen small groups.”

The committee’s work groups include: careers, education, community outreach, social media, events and liaison. Stanley explains that these groups will work with BOMA’s committees with the same focus (careers, events and education). The liaison work group will interface with the government affairs, historic buildings, codes & regulations and other committees.

(Learn more at www.bomasf.org under “Get Involved.”)

Stanley, who previously Malcolm Stanley served on the BOMA SF Careers Committee and as vice chair of the Emerging Professionals, saw the DEI Committee as one that he was uniquely suited to lead. In the aftermath of racial tension in 2020, he was looking for a way to

“spur meaningful change and had a vision of what could be successful” in guiding BOMA’s DEI initiatives.

“I want to use this opportunity and platform to bring education and awareness of DEI to BOMA SF as a whole,” said Committee Vice Chair Kat Mendoza, Property Manager, Paramount Group, Inc. “Building relationships with board members and other thought leaders and working with them to be conscious and prioritize DEI in decisionmaking will help us influence the industry from the top down.

“Another goal is to instill a sense of joy and pride about Kat Mendoza the fact that we are the Bay Area and diversity is one of our biggest strengths! DEI isn’t a just a check on the list,” she adds.

“We are so fortunate to live in a place where we are a melting pot of cultural backgrounds. San Francisco is a leader and example, and it’s time our industry reflects and embraces that strength.”

Both Stanley and Mendoza are energetic leaders with well-developed interests. He plays the piano, drums and guitar and is a DJ for many events. Before Covid hit, he enjoyed boxing.

Mendoza enjoyed dining with friends and family prior to the pandemic. “Nowadays, I find joy in the quiet moments and getting away from the screen: taking long walks, reading, listening to music and spending quality time with my boyfriend and cat, Benicio Del Toro aka Benny.”

BOMA SF Welcomes Government & Public Affairs Manager Welcome to BOMA San Francisco’s new Manager of Government and Public Affairs David Harrison. Harrison comes to us after having just served as the campaign manager for Ben Matranga, who ran for District 7 Supervisor. Prior to that, he worked for Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti as the State and Federal Coordinator and Assistant to the Chief Legal Counsel. He is a graduate of Occidental College with a double major in politics and Spanish literary studies.

In his down time, he enjoys spending time exploring Golden Gate Park, attempting to cook recipes from the Bon Appétit test kitchen, watching baseball, hunting down the best slice of pizza in the Bay, and spending time with his family and tabby cat, Oliver.

Harrison started on March 1, and we have plenty of work waiting for him at his virtual desk. He may be reached at davidh@boma.com.

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Cortney Shadel, RPA, has taken a new position as Senior Property Manager with Orchard Commercial for Brannan Management Company, which manages One Jackson Place and 525 Brannan Street in San Francisco. She was previously a Senior Property Manager for Cushman & Wakefield. Shadel is chair of the BOMA San Francisco Education Committee and an active member of the BOMA Bay Area Awards Committee and serves as a judge for evaluating TOBY contestants’ buildings.

She was also elected treasurer for the BOMA Pacific Southwest Region during the region’s virtual meeting during the BOMA International Winter Business Meeting (see more on page 15).

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15 BOMA SF Members Chosen as Regional Leaders Priorities & Issues Examined During BOMA Winter Business Meeting

Pacific Southwest Region President Sarah MacIntyre led the virtual regional business meeting during the BOMA International Winter Business Meeting. She was recently chosen to serve a two-year term in this role, starting in 2021.

A former BOMA SF president and a longtime member, she is VP, Asset Management for Ellis Partners.

Sarah MacIntyre MacIntyre had been treasurer for the region, and the first order of business was to fill the vacant position. Members elected BOMA SF member Cortney Shadel, Senior Property Manager, Orchard Commercial for Brannan Management Company, to fill this position. (Pictured on page 14.)

“I’m honored to represent the PSW Region—what a great group of leaders! One of the goals during my term is to update the outdated PSW bylaws,” says MacIntyre.

“While that isn’t the most exciting goal, it is important to have current documents, which guide us and provide clarity about procedure. This is especially true during transition of the officer roles.

“I would also like to strengthen our scholarship program. It is currently funded by TOBY award income, which is less during this pandemic year,” she notes.

“Lastly, we will have a couple of officer positions to fill this year and next. I would like to see a high level of interest in volunteering for these positions, especially from locals who haven’t participated in the past. It is a great way to get to know PSW members and perhaps move on to future BOMA International volunteer positions.”

BOMA Bay Area member Manny Moreno, a former PSW President who also serves on the BOMA International Executive Committee, gave a BOMA International update. He said that the International Conference & Expo is planned as a live event in Boston on July 18-21. The 2021 Medical Office Building + Healthcare Conference will be on November 3-5 in Dallas. He noted the launch of BOMA’s COVID-19 CRE Impact Study (see box below). “We want to continue to be a partner and add value.”

Moreno also highlighted a major BOMA legislative victory in 2020: the 179D tax deduction was made permanent. BOMA was instrumental in the effort, with President and Chief Operating Officer Henry Chamberlain testifying before the House Ways and Means Committee. “This was a huge win for us,” Moreno said. The 179D Commercial Buildings EnergyEfficiency Tax Deduction enables building owners to claim a tax deduction for installing qualifying systems.

(Learn more at www.energy.gov.) He added that “with the new Congress, it’s more important than ever to contribute to BOMA PAC.” In addition, Moreno reported on the BOMA International Diversity & Inclusion Committee. He is a chair of one of the subcommittees. “Diversity is a huge issue that BOMA is devoted to. We’re developing a strategic plan and made good progress. Diversity brings innovation to our industry.”

Glenn Good, who chairs the PSW Member of the Year Committee, said that nominations for Regional Member of the Year are being evaluated. “There are specific guidelines. It’s more than a bright smile,” he said. He encouraged people to nominate members for this honor.

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16 BOMA Committees Going Strong!

BOMA International Conference is Bound for Boston in 2021 Known as a hub of innovation with a revolutionary spirit, Boston offers the perfect mix of history and invention. BOMA 2021 will be held on July 18-21 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) in the exciting Seaport district, a 21st century neighborhood and commercial real estate marvel. BOMA’s conference hotels are just steps from the BCEC. The BOMA community has been a source of strength as we’ve supported each other during the massive changes we have been through. In 2021, BOMA is back— in person! Let’s get a handle on things together and discover what’s next for commercial real estate, from the latest information on market trends and conditions to the regulatory changes that affect your portfolios.

Visit www.bomaconvention.org for details.

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Looking for a way to get more involved with BOMA? Maybe you’re feeling isolated now that you are working remotely. Consider getting involved in one or more committees. Many members find they gain the greatest value and joy from their membership by serving on a committee. Most groups are open to any BOMA member. Getting involved is as simple as contacting the appropriate committee chair. For details, visit www.bomasf.org (Get Involved page). Committees include: w Commercial Estate Alliance for Tomorrow’s

Employees (CREATE) w BOMA–SF–PAC w Careers w Codes & Regulations w Diversity, Equity & Inclusion w Education w Emergency Preparedness w Emerging Professionals w Energy and Environment w Events w Government Affairs Policy Advisory Committee w Historic Buildings

In Memoriam

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The BOMA SF community was sad to learn that longtime member Aline Hsu Singman passed away in November.

Former colleague Tim Ballas recalls that Aline was “always prepared and eager to extend a hand to help others. She fully embraced the BOMA SF community and the related friendships she cultivated over the years. She was energetic, enthusiastic, intelligent and inquisitive.”

The Singman family is thankful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, strength and support they have received.

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19 Craft Beers & Cheers with SF Brewing Co.

BOMA members recently enjoyed sampling craft beers and a virtual tour of SF Brewing Company, organized by the BOMA SF Events Committee. While we can’t yet be together in person, we can still network by Zoom. Craft beers with whimsical San Francisco-themed artwork were delivered to attendees, and the recipe for SF Brewing Co.’s famous Asian sticky wings was shared in advance. Thanks to BluSky Restoration Contractors, LLC and Emcor Services for sponsoring the event. Check out future events at www.bomasf.org.

Congratulations winning teams!

Top left: Kilroy Realty’s 100 First

Street team; lower left: Tishman Speyer’s 333 Bush team (at last year’s awards gala); lower right: Jamestown Urban Management’s team at The Exchange at Larkspur Landing.

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Award– Winning Teams

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The Last Word: Q&A with BOMA SF CEO John Bryant If you’ve Zoomed into some of BOMA’s recent events or committee meetings, you may have visited virtually with John Bryant, who took the helm as our association’s CEO at the beginning of the year. John is no stranger to the BOMA world. He came to the role from Washington, D.C., where he served as Vice President of Advocacy, Codes and Standards for BOMA International, working with legislators and federal agencies on issues affecting commercial real estate. Since we haven’t all had a chance to converse with him, we asked about some of his thoughts about BOMA San Francisco and our industry.

Q: What is your vision for leading BOMA San Francisco as the commercial real estate community navigates challenges in the current environment?

A: Knowing that BOMA San Francisco has been a community leader for over 100 years, I aim to continue the leadership that is BOMA San Francisco’s legacy, engaging with elected officials and partnering with the business community to make San Francisco a better place to work, play and live.

Q: What do you look forward to accomplishing in your new role?

A: Though my family has lived and worked in California for generations, I spent the past 20 years in Washington, DC working on public policy issues for the commercial real estate industry. I am excited to bring that experience

and expertise back to San Francisco to work on issues that enhance the city. Making sure that our members have access to the most relevant information, education, and industry best practices will be my top priority. My major at Sonoma State University was environmental studies and planning. With my background in environmental issues, I’m especially interested in our association’s environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Q: How can BOMA SF and the commercial real estate industry be a catalyst for positive change in how workplaces are restructured during and after the pandemic?

A: These are extremely difficult times for the commercial real estate industry, not just in San Francisco, but around the country. BOMA can help the industry continue to be a catalyst for positive change as a facilitator of new ideas. By leveraging the combined experience and knowledge of our members, we are able to learn from each other and collectively make positive changes for the built environment.

Q: As more employees return to the office, what resources can BOMA SF offer its members?

A: Since the beginning of the pandemic, BOMA has created new resources to assist our members, including re-entry guides, emergency evacuation guidance, and civil unrest checklists for property managers. We will continue to produce materials to assist our members, focusing on best practices and making sure tenants feel safe. I’m so impressed with the creative thinkers and leaders we have in BOMA San Francisco. I know that our members will be among the innovators as we rebuild our city’s economy.

John Bryant is the Chief Executive Officer of BOMA San Francisco. You may reach him at jbryant@boma.com.