With our first event of the year approaching, BOMA Greater Buffalo is officially kicking off the 2026 program season. The months ahead will bring expanded educational programming, stronger industry advocacy, and new opportunities for members to connect across the commercial real estate community.
In this issue, you will find information about upcoming events, opportunities to share your feedback through member surveys, updates from our advocacy efforts, and details about important regional and international BOMA conferences.
BOMA Greater Buffalo has planned a dynamic year of programming designed to bring the commercial real estate community together while advancing professional knowledge and industry leadership.
Members can look forward to:
• High-impact educational programs addressing safety, building operations, energy policy, and emerging industry challenges. • Premier networking events that connect owners, managers, and service providers across Western New York. • Signature annual events including the BOMA Golf Classic, industry tours, and the TOBY & Awards celebration recognizing excellence in commercial real estate. CLICK THE IMAGE TO VISIT THE 2026 SCHEDULE PAGE
Safety First: Active Shooter Preparedness Training
Wednesday, March 25 Atrium @ 500 Seneca – 3rd Floor 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM
BOMA Greater Buffalo will launch the 2026 event season with a focused training on active shooter preparedness in commercial buildings.
Sponsored by GDI Integrated Systems and instructed by ProActive Response Group, this program is designed for property managers, engineers, tenant representatives, and service providers responsible for building safety.
Participants will learn how to recognize potential threats, respond during an incident, and strengthen building emergency preparedness plans.
Topics include:
• Threat recognition and behavioral warning signs • Immediate response strategies including Run–Hide–Fight • Coordination with law enforcement • Building-level emergency planning
The program includes two training sessions with networking and a social break between sessions.
BOMA Greater Buffalo is asking members to participate in a short Member Engagement Survey.
The purpose of this survey is to better understand:
• What types of programs members find most valuable • Which topics should be prioritized for future educational events • How members prefer to engage with BOMA programming and networking opportunities
The feedback will directly influence future programming, event planning, and membership initiatives.
Members are encouraged to take a few minutes to complete the survey.
Advocacy remains a core part of BOMA Greater Buffalo’s mission.
We are proud to announce that EnergyMark is the 2026 BOMA Buffalo Advocacy Sponsor, supporting our efforts to strengthen the voice of the commercial real estate industry across Western New York.
Our Advocacy Committee works to strengthen the voice of the commercial real estate industry across Western New York by engaging policymakers, monitoring regulatory developments, and promoting awareness of issues affecting building owners and managers.
Key focus areas include:
• Energy policy and sustainability requirements • Regulations impacting building operations • Engagement with local and state officials
BOMA Greater Buffalo will also host an Advocacy Symposium: The State of Energy in Western New York on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 3:00–4:30 PM, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the region’s evolving energy landscape.
Members are encouraged to participate in the BOMA Advocacy Survey to help guide advocacy priorities.
The BOMA Mid-Atlantic Conference 2026 will take place this spring and brings together BOMA members from across the Mid-Atlantic region.
The conference offers:
• Industry education sessions • Regional networking opportunities • Collaboration among BOMA locals • Best practice sharing across commercial real estate markets
Members interested in attending can learn more and register here:
The BOMA International Conference & Expo 2026 is the premier global event for commercial real estate professionals.
The conference includes:
• High-level educational programming • Technology and services exhibitions • Networking with industry leaders from around the world • Insights into emerging trends in building management and operations
Conference details and registration information can be found here:
