BOMA Austin

We are THRILLED to announce that Kelly Camp has joined BOMA Austin as our new Executive Director! Kelly Camp began her career and her journey with BOMA Austin on the vendor side in 2002, quickly immersing herself in the organization’s mission. Within just a week, Jack Drummond had her serving on a committee, and she never looked back. Over the past 23 years, 19 of which she spent at The Steam Team, Kelly has played an integral role in BOMA Austin, serving on every single committee, planning two Southwest Regional Conferences and chairing both the Fall Extravaganza and Golf Committees for four years. She has also served on the BOMA Austin Board, drafted the Tiered Sponsorship Program, and acted as a vital Vendor/Manager liaison. Kelly’s dedication and impact have not gone unnoticed—she is a proud four-time recipient of the Allied Member of the Year Award, a testament to her unwavering commitment to the organization and the industry. A diehard Razorback fan, Kelly is originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, and has lived in Austin since 1994. She resides in Apache Shores on Lake Austin with her husband John, son Charlie, their dog Tucker, and their crested gecko, Paul McCartney. An active and engaged member of her community, Kelly serves as Committee Chair for Cub Scout Pack 440, Home Room Mom and Chaperone for her son’s 4th-grade class and organizer of the regular Apache Shores Vendor Market. Her passion for bringing people together and fostering community involvement is at the heart of everything she does. Known as the "crazy plant lady," Kelly Camp has a love for succulents, gardening, travel and dancing. She still laces up her tap shoes and takes karate classes with her son Charlie. Her dream is to open an event space where she can offer low-cost pottery classes, plant workshops, dance classes, craft-making, and free self-defense classes for everyone. ? WELCOME KELLY! ?

Join BOMA Austin on March 20th for an exclusive panel discussion featuring industry experts as they share key trends and forecasts shaping the 2025 Commercial Real Estate market. Moderator: Melissa Kreutner, Senior VP, Property Management, Endeavor Panelists: Tenant Representation: Taylor McHargue, Aquila Commercial – Expert in lease negotiations, market strategies, and sublease trends. Landlord Representation: Matt Frizzell, Cushman & Wakefield – Specializing in office leasing strategies and asset repositioning. Development & Construction: Eric Herron, Stream Realty – Leading major office and mixed-use projects with innovative design solutions. Date: March 20, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Norris Conference Center Space is limited—register now before it sells out!

Thank you to Firetrol Protection Systems , PS Landscapes , Scout Security Group and Pritchard Industries for participating in the RRISD apprenticeship and trades fair. You all represented BOMA Austin in the best way!

??BIG NEWS FROM THE 2025 BOMA AUSTIN MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE?? If you have joined BOMA Austin since August 2024—or if you haven’t attended a new member orientation yet—we can’t wait to meet you! Join us for a fun and informative morning where you'll: ? Connect with fellow members & industry professionals ? Discover the ins and outs of BOMA Austin ? Learn how to make the most of your membership ?? Tuesday, March 25th ? 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM ?? 111 Congress Avenue, Plaza-Level Conference Room, Austin, TX 78704 ***Breakfast and Parking Validation Provided for FREE*** A huge shoutout to ?CapStar Electric? for sponsoring this event! We are so excited to welcome you and help you get plugged into the amazing BOMA Austin community. Don’t miss out! ?? More info: BOMAAustin.org Tag a new member who should join us! ?? #BOMAAustin #WelcomeNewMembers #CRECommunity #Networking #AustinBusiness

Are you looking to improve your vendor management skills and make smarter procurement decisions? This Lunch & Learn is designed to help professionals like you master the art of building strong vendor relationships and crafting strategic RFPs that drive value and efficiency. ? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and gain a competitive edge! Sign up today and take your vendor strategy to the next level. ? Register online at bomaaustin.org!

Thank you to the BOMA Austin members who participated in Advocacy Day 2025! With a strong turnout of over 100 BOMA members from across Texas, our collective voice was heard as we advocated for the interests of Commercial Real Estate at the Capitol. Check out more photos from the event below: https://lnkd.in/dD7bqW5r

SAVE. THE. DATE. Maximizing Asset Value: The Power of Strategic RFPs & Vendor Partnerships BOMA Austin is excited to be hosting an educational lunch and learn on a topic that can transform the way property managers and owners maximize their assets—leveraging strategic RFPs and vendor partnerships. A well-structured Request for Proposal (RFP) isn’t just about getting bids—it’s about securing the best value, aligning with long-term asset goals, and building strong partnerships that drive efficiency and cost savings. In this session, we’ll cover: ? How to craft RFPs that attract the right vendors ? Evaluating proposals beyond just price—focusing on value, service, and long-term impact ? Building vendor relationships that create reliability, consistency, and cost efficiencies ? Common pitfalls in the process and how to avoid them Let’s navigate the complexities of vendor selection together and turn RFPs into a powerful tool for success. ? ***MARCH 27, 2025 FROM 11:30AM - 1:00 PM AT INDEED TOWER***

We are thrilled to share that we raised an incredible $10,054.73 for the Center for Child Protection, the BOMA Austin selected charity for 2024! An incredible $7,614.08 of that was raised at our 50th Anniversary Gala in December! A huge thank you to our BOMA Austin members for your generosity and support. We couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. Your generosity made a real impact — THANK YOU! ??

Last month, our very own Vanessa M. Vercher, RPA?and Sam Whiteside had the opportunity to represent BOMA Austin meet with Police Chief Lisa Davis, Chief of Staff Robin Henderson, and Executive Staffing Lieutenant Carey Chaudoir of the Austin Police Department. Their discussion focused on strengthening the partnership between BOMA Austin and APD, particularly now that the new police contract has been signed. Key topics of their discussion included: ? Ways BOMA Austin can actively support APD ? Keeping the dialogue open through luncheons and speaking events ? Creative advocacy for CRE issues and political candidates, especially since many of our members don’t vote in Travis County ? Partnering with APD to share security reports and incident updates impacting our members' buildings We are excited to continue collaborating and finding meaningful ways to support both APD and the commercial real estate industry!

BOMA supports AAFAME (Austin Association of Facility & Maintenance Engineers) and all of the Austin Engineers and Technicians!