Building Owners & Managers Association of Philadelphia

Overview

The Building Owners & Managers Association of Philadelphia is a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation designated as a 501(c)(6) business league. It was founded on April 5, 1916, and is part of a broader network of Building Owners and Managers Associations across North America[2][3].

Purpose and Activities

The organization's primary purpose is to enhance cooperation among real estate professionals in the greater Philadelphia region. It focuses on promoting the general welfare of the real estate industry by facilitating the exchange of ideas in the conception, construction, management, operation, and maintenance of buildings. BOMA Philadelphia offers its members advocacy, professional development, educational and training opportunities, networking forums, and community involvement[2][4].

Membership and Reach

The association comprises nearly 500 commercial real estate professionals, including building owners, managers, developers, leasing professionals, medical office building managers, corporate facility managers, and service providers[2][4]. Members collectively manage approximately 100 million square feet of commercial properties in the tri-state area[2].

Structure and Governance

BOMA Philadelphia is led by a Board of Directors. As part of its governance, it includes the Building Operators Labor Relations (BOLR) as a division, which negotiates labor agreements for members and represents them in grievance proceedings with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 32BJ[2].

Related Organizations

As a local chapter of the broader Building Owners and Managers Association, membership in BOMA Philadelphia automatically includes membership in regional and international federations. This interconnected network supports commercial real estate professionals and service providers across North America[2][5].