Item Name		Posted By	Date Posted
Feb 2014 Power Hour: World Class Customer Service Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/29/2015
This special 90-minute power hour presentation will help identify possible "touch points" where trust can be built or eroded. We also look at attitudes and 3 pillars we need to understand to deliver customer service. Presented by Travis Daniel, Dale Carnegie.
Seminar: Various Bldg Codes That Apply to CRE Pt.2 Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/29/2015
Part 2 of 2: BOMA International Codes Consultant, Ron Burton, speaks with BOMA members about what the building codes are, where you can find them, and what's coming down the pipeline.
Seminar: Various Bldg Codes That Apply to CRE Pt.1 Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/29/2015
Part 1 of 2: BOMA International Codes Consultant, Ron Burton, speaks with BOMA members about what the building codes are, where you can find them, and what's coming down the pipeline.
April ESH - LED Lighting Technology Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/29/2015
LED Lighting Technology - How to Select Appropriate Solutions. Presented by Eric Strandberg, Lighting Design Lab.
Power Hour: TOBY Best Practices Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/29/2015
Entering the TOBYs is a year-long project that covers all facets of a building’s operations – everything from community involvement and site management to environmental and “green” policies. 2012-2013 International TOBY Winners, Diane Murray and Kurt Sarchet, share their Top Ten TOBY Tips with you to help simplify the process. Whether you’re new to the TOBY Awards process or returning to try and win it all, this power hour will give you a chance to strengthen your submission. Presented by Diane Murray and Kurt Sarchet, CBRE.
Sept ESH: Using Data Loggers Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/7/2015
Learn about types of data loggers you can use to gather critical information about building performance. Do you need to know motor run times, supply or return air temperatures, or just off/on times for lights? The data logger can be the right tool. This is fast becoming a critical skill for building engineers.
Power Hour: Understanding Social Media Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/9/2015
Presented by John Shearer, Shearer Painting. Social Media and business. This is not a "make a Facebook page for your company" power hour. Social media can be used for a variety of activities beyond PR and Marketing—from supporting recruiting efforts, granting recognition, to supporting operations, generating safety awareness and training. We will go over social media technologies and show you how you can harness social media is used to inform, motivate, recognize, recruit, and engage.
Oct ESH - IAQ: Address Complaints & Reduce Risk Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/23/2015
Learn about common indoor air pollutant sources and pathways in your building. Review a checklist of critical HVAC conditions to help keep the workplace air quality in tip top shape.
Power Hour: Storm Damage to Buildings Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	4/27/2016
4.20.16 Presented by OAC Services. Discussion based around checklists, useful to property managers, for preventing and responding to storm related building damage. Focus will be on the building exterior – roof, walls, windows and cladding. The talk will include structural and life safety issues as well relevant highlights from the 2015 International Property Maintenance Code.
2016 May ESH: Comfort, Technology, & the Workplace Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/12/2016
The #1 complaint of office workers is temperature, but this situation has been difficult to resolve in the past. Technology is beginning to help us understand and accommodate to dynamic and diverse preferences. This session will discuss some of the lessons learned and new opportunities in this area.
May 2016 Power Hour: Roofing 101 Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/25/2016
Roofing 101 Presented by Jimmy Stroh, Jimmy's Roofing. This topic will discuss identifying roof types and benefits, roof maintenance, and roof technology tools for managers.
ESH: Engaging Occupants to Manage Plug Loads, Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/19/2016
Learn about operable windows, occupant engagement, scheduling, HVAC set points, optimum start, and more.
ESH: Emergency Preparedness Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/12/2016
Emergency Preparedness: What's Expected From You During an Emergency presented by Debbie Goetz, from City of Seattle, Office of Emergency Management. What does the government expect from building owners and operators during an emergency? What can you expect from the government? And what happens during a real emergency?
Maintaining Seattle's Aging Building Exteriors PDF (9.24 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/9/2017
3/8/17 Engineer Skills Hour presented by Travis Brammer, Evolution Architecture. Maintaining and upgrading the building exterior is a critical aspect of the building engineer’s job. Over the past few years we have seen a spike in significant building repairs around Seattle. This is due in part to the building boom of the 1980’s where many of our structures are reaching the 20-30 year mark. Another aspect is the current building boom, owners are spending money on their existing structures to compete with new product that is coming on-line. Our session is designed to cover items that relate mainly to maintenance with some discussion about upgrades. This session will cover curtain wall maintenance, plaza renovation, new innovative repair products, and new HIGH IMPACT OSHA requirements for construction projects.
ESH: Vertical Transportation Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/11/2017
Presented by Lee Chain, HKA Elevator Consulting - May 10, 2017. The last decade has brought new Vertical Transportation technologies and practices into the mainstream – Destination Dispatching, Belt-Driven Hoist Machines and Remote Monitoring, just to name a few. How are these technologies faring in real world situations? What is currently in the R&D pipeline? And what about the future of Washington State’s controversial MCP program? We’ll take a look at the impact of VT technology on maintenance, safety and performance from the Building Engineer’s point of view.
Power Hour: Best Practices in Roof Maintenance PDF (3.84 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/19/2017
Presented by Kyle King and Lisa Ford, SR Building Services - May 17, 2017. This power hour will discuss guidelines and provide a discussion on how to best maintain commercial roofs to both extend the lifespan and preserve the warranty.
ESH: Seattle's Energy Code Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/14/2017
Seattle's Energy Code: Overview of Mechanical , Lighting & Building Envelope Requirements presented by Duane Jonlin, Energy Code Advisor, City of Seattle - September 13, 2017.
Emergency Response for Engineers Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/10/2018
Presented by Robert French from AK Preparedness - May 9, 2018. This Engineer Skills Hour will cover a post-earthquake safety checklist and brief first responders on an active shooter response. In an emergency in an office building, engineers are usually the first to respond, and they are the critical link once firefighters arrive. This presentation will cover best practices for engineers' response to both fire and non-fire emergencies, the 15-point post-earthquake building safety checklist and the 10 things engineers need to provide arriving responders. We'll also cover recent developments in active shooter response and elevator use in non-fire evacuations.
Aging Roofing - Throw It Away or Recover Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/18/2018
Presented by Wade Vorley, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates Inc. - May 16, 2018. We all know that roofing materials have a finite life and as they age roof leaks can become a thorn in your side, upset tenants, and increase maintenance costs. At this point, roofing materials are typically removed, the trash sent to landfills, and the entire assembly, including insulation, installed new. Sometimes roofing systems can be recovered but the success of this method is often limited. This power hour outlines when a recover is advantageous, pitfalls to avoid, and a few methods to make your recover a success.
How To Read a Bid: Estimating Property Damage PDF (8.48 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/25/2018
Presented by John Temoyan, Har-Bro Emergency Service and Restoration - October 17, 2018. This presentation will discuss how to read a bid, compare and understand estimates.
ESH - Pump Liability and Efficiency  Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	2/20/2019
Presented by Duane Lewellen from Lewellen & Associate - February 13, 2019. This engineer's skills hour reviews pumping applications, terminology, and pump maintenance. Every building includes a series of high-pressure pumps, which can cause building engineers all kinds of headaches and stress. The more you know about these complicated systems, the better equipped you and your team are to handle any issue that may arise. From leaks and bursts, to general maintenance and a greater understanding, this skills hour offers an overview. Also covered are the new DOE pump system minimum efficiency standards, set to go into effect in 2020.
Engineer Skills Hour - Seattle Building Tune-Ups PDF (5.72 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/14/2019
Presented by Seattle Building Tune-Ups' Program Manager Rebecca Baker and Technical Advisor Blake Ringeisen - March 13, 2019. These slides provide information that affects every commercial building in Seattle (larger than 50,000 sf). The presentation answers questions about the tune up process, including exactly what improvements need to be made, and why. Information is also provided on booking tune up specialists, and how following these procedures will both help the environment, and save your property money in the long term.
Power Hour - Creating a Quality Internship Program Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/15/2019
Presented by Carla Thompson from North Seattle College - March 14, 2019. Creating an internship program can be difficult, but its benefits, both to the student and organization, are significant. This video covers the process of establishing a successful internship program, as well as its numerous benefits. The presentation also includes resources and more information on how to access the support network offered by North Seattle College.
Skills Hour: Creative Ways to Reclaim Water Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2019
Presented by Jeff Kasowski and Bryce Jacobson from Wright Runstad and Company - September 11, 2019. This Engineer Skills Hour dives into the topic of water reclamation, giving an in-depth look at a local engineering group that took a building built in 1988 and turned it into a pioneer of water reclamation in Downtown Seattle, winning multiple awards. It also provides information on water reclamation opportunities at a building level, the challenges and obstacles that can come up (and how to face them) and local resources.
ESH - The Role of Lighting in Smart Buildings Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/22/2019
Engineer Skills Hour: Presented by Paul Nordholm from Lumenal Lighting - October 2, 2019. Lighting has a unique advantage in the move towards IOT technology in the information age. Learn about the benefits that can be obtained through conversion of existing sources to new intelligent sources that payback far beyond the energy and maintenance savings. Learn how to get the best use out of your building's existing space without costly additions and turn your property into an analytical goldmine while maximizing occupant productivity and comfort!
Power Hour - Fire & Smoke Damper Inspections Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/25/2019
Presented by Brad Sharp and Kevin Gibson from Hermanson Company - October 16, 2019. Required Fire & Smoke Damper Inspections - What You Need to Know Key Takeaways: 1. What are fire damper inspection requirements. 2. What types of buildings must meet fire damper inspection requirements. 3. How to ensure you are hiring a properly certified fire damper inspector.
Air Filtration - What You Need to Know Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/24/2020
A BOMA Seattle King County Power Hour, "Air Filtration - What You Need to Know". Presented by Total Systems Services on April 24, 2019.
April 2020 - Engineer Skills Hour: Refrigerants... Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	4/29/2020
Refrigerants: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going - Presented by Melissa Sokolowsky, Senior Project Manager, Smart Buildings Center on April 28, 2020. Description: The use of refrigerants is widespread, in varying applications from food safety and medicine preservation to air conditioning in our vehicles and buildings. This presentation will examine the past and current landscape of refrigerants in relation to building operation, including environmental impacts, regulatory considerations, and end-of-life disposal. We will discuss the history of refrigerants, looking at factors that caused the shift away from natural refrigerants to synthetics. We’ll also look at new products and regulations on the horizon, and why the industry is trending back toward natural refrigerants, with many benefits including increased energy efficiency, environmental sustainability and financial savings.
May 2020 - ESH: Unique Waterproofing Projects... Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/15/2020
May 13th, 2020 Engineer Skills Hour - Unique Waterproofing Projects: Testing, Problem Solving, Methodology, Installation Presented by Travis Brammer, Managing Partner & Jackie Roethel, Director of Marketing: Evolution Architecture Overview: Evolution Architecture is a full service consulting and architecture firm with a focus on existing buildings. Our projects range from small targeted repairs to full service architecture on multi-million dollar restoration projects. Dealing with existing buildings requires careful analysis and problem solving, and an ability to provide custom and unique solutions, especially pertaining to waterproofing. This presentation will showcase actual projects from start to finish. We will share testing and methodology as well as pictures and detailed accounts of the waterproofing solutions.
June 2020 Power Hour - Preparing for Post-COVID Tr Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/26/2020
June 24, 2020 Presented by Lori Johnson, Director, WA State Food Truck Association Having a schedule of rotating mobile food vendors is a sought-after amenity. But, for a facilities or property manager, organizing a food truck calendar, coordinating requests, and understanding all the local regulatory requirements and current health guidance is a cumbersome task. Finding reputable, high quality food service providers, assuring that they are properly screened, maintaining an online calendar for tenants to view, rescheduling and finding last-minute substitute vendors, fixing permitting and licensing problems, adjusting the type, cost, and time of service, marketing, understanding the site specific logistics and insuring a rotation of great food vendors takes a lot of work. We will explain all the ins and outs, answer questions, and offer solutions.
July 2020 Lunch & Learn:UV Light as a Disinfectant Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/17/2020
Presented on July 15 by Bobbi McLeod & Forrest Hillyer, Lumenal Lighting This webinar will cover an introduction to ultraviolet (UV) energy and how light can be implemented as a tool to bolster disinfection efforts. The design team at Lumenal Lighting has put together a brief overview of the antimicrobial visible light and germicidal UV options available for public, commercial, and healthcare settings. The presentation focuses on visible light, far-UVC, and UVC in a variety of form factors. It provides an explanation of each type and makes general recommendations as to what type is most appropriate for a variety of applications.
August 2020 Lunch & Learn - New Disinfection Tools Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	8/27/2020
August 2020 Power Hour - New Disinfection Tools & Best Practices in the time of COVID Presented by ABM's Michael Mendonca and Tim Helmboldt on August 26, 2020 This Power Hour provides an overview of the new disinfectant technologies and new best practices during the time of COVID.
October 2020 Lunch & Learn - Pump Systems ROI Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/28/2020
BOMA Virtual Power Hour: Energy Savings from Smarter Pump Systems - Easy Upgrades for Big Savings, Presented by BetterBricks and the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council. Presenters: Devin Carle, President, Hurley Engineering, Chris Ireland, District Manager, Grundfos, Sarah Widder, Cadeo Group Webinar Description: Pumps are an often overlooked, seemingly small component of a commercial building, they offer big opportunities for energy savings and reliable, convenient building operation for happy tenants. Presenters will focus on emerging opportunities to save energy in pumps serving hydronic heating, domestic hot water recirculation, and pressure boosting systems using New Smart Pumps. The energy savings translate to real reductions in operating costs, providing an attractive ROI, and boosting net operating income, all without compromising performance.
November 2020 Lunch & Learn - Blueprint Basics Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	11/19/2020
Speaker: Jordan Swanson – Special Projects Group Manager, Osborne Construction Company Description: Construction Drawings “Blueprints” are the mechanism for Design Teams to communicate the 3 Dimensional World in a 2 Dimensional format for teams completing the scope. There are standards associated with drawings formats, layout, and general organization that once understood will make navigating a set of documents easier. Takeaways: At the end of this presentation attendees will be able to answer the following questions: o What are Blueprints o How are Blueprints generally organized o What exactly are the typical components of Blueprints o What are Shop Drawings o How do As-Builts fall into all of this
December 2020 Power Hour: Master Key Systems Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	12/7/2020
December 4, 2020 Introduction to Basic Master Keying by Allegion Presented by Gordon Malczewski, Schlage Senior Training Manager Webinar Description: If you’ve ever wondered how master keying works, and are interest in learning some best practices for establishing and managing a master key system for your building, this webinar is for you. During this webinar you will learn how to balance the safety, security and convenience aspects of a master key systems. You will be able to use standard industry terms when discussing your master key system requirements with your service provider. You will also be able to utilize a master key system survey form to assess your existing system and identify any weaknesses that exist.

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Prepare Your Building for Compliance w/ New OSHA Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
9/12/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Cal Bearman from Wiss, Janney, Elstner. On November 17, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a final rule updating its general industry Walking-Working Surfaces standards specific to slip, trip, and fall hazards. The new rule governs a wide variety of conditions, including fixed ladders, low-slope roofs, and rope descent systems. The rule also includes a new section under the general industry Personal Protective Equipment standards that establishes employer requirements for using personal fall protection systems. Portions of the new rule become effective as soon as January 17, 2017, and will have significant ramifications for many buildings, particularly for buildings where window washing and other maintenance activities are completed via rope descent systems, which are sometimes referred to as boatswain's (or bosun's) chairs.
Electric Motor Management Best Practices Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/11/2018
10/10/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Duane Lewellen, Director, Tool Lending Library, Smart Buildings Center. Hear about motor management practices to increase efficiency and improve performance. Topics include diagnostic tools for managing motor maintenance and operation. Key Takeaways: 1. Motor management best practices 2. Learn how to increase efficiency and improve performance
Facility Condition Assessments Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	11/14/2018
11/14/18 Engineer Skills Hour features a presentation by Christian Gorry, OAC Services, Inc. This session will be a review of FCA reporting and guidelines for soliciting assessment proposals. Key Takeaways: 1. Refresher on the Owner's and Manager's responsibilities for maintenance under the International Property Maintenance Code. 2. What to look for in a Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) and related report. 3. Tips on how to craft better FCA requests for proposals
Lunch & Learn Files- Food Trucks as an Amenity PPTX (7.72 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/26/2020
PowerPoint presentation from June 24, 2020 Lunch & Learn - Preparing for Post-COVID Transition Using Food Trucks: Presented by the WA State Food Truck Association
July L&L - UV Light as a Disinfectant - PP Slides PDF (6.87 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/17/2020
These are the PowerPoint slides from the following Lunch & Learn. These slides include resources and sources for the presentation. Presented on July 15 by Bobbi McLeod & Forrest Hillyer, Lumenal Lighting This webinar will cover an introduction to ultraviolet (UV) energy and how light can be implemented as a tool to bolster disinfection efforts. The design team at Lumenal Lighting has put together a brief overview of the antimicrobial visible light and germicidal UV options available for public, commercial, and healthcare settings. The presentation focuses on visible light, far-UVC, and UVC in a variety of form factors. It provides an explanation of each type and makes general recommendations as to what type is most appropriate for a variety of applications.
October 2020 Lunch & Learn Slides - NEEA PDF (2.57 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	10/28/2020
PowerPoint slides provided by the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council from October 2020 Virtual Lunch & Learn: Energy Savings from Smarter Pump Systems - Easy Upgrades for Big Savings
Power Hour Slides - July 23' IAQ and HVAC Session PDF (10.4 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	7/28/2023
PowerPoint slides from - July 2023 BOMA Power Hour: Indoor Air Quality and Lowering Utility Bills
BOMA PH September 2024: Recoveries/Gross Ups PDF (508.72 KB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/17/2024
Presented on September 3, 2024, in person in downtown Seattle by Kathy Lim, representing Kardin Systems. Title: Maximizing Recoveries Gross up for Dark Space
April 2025 Power Hour Slides: Property Resilience PDF (5.25 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	4/11/2025
Slides From: BOMA Virtual Power Hour - Assessing Property Resilience: A Strategy to Safeguarding your Assets Thursday, April 10, 2025 Presented by: Rebecca Sheppard, Building Potential Description of the event: This session will give a high-level overview of what to consider when conduction a property resilient assessment. - Learn about the principles of a Property Resilience Assessment - Know what to include in the scope of a property resilience assessment - Find out about available resources to learn more about the risks in your area Speaker Bio: At Building Potential Rebecca acts as strategic lead and technical advisor on smart buildings technologies and manages among other things the Clean Buildings Performance Standard Helpdesk. Previously, she was part of the Operations Team in a school district and has experience in efficiency building operations, capital project management, as well as emergency preparedness.
Presentation Slides: Fire Protection PH - May 2025 PPTX (12.42 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	6/2/2025
PowerPoint slides from May 28, 2025 BOMA Virtual Power Hour: Fire and Life Safety Compliance: What Building Owners Need to Know in 2025, presented by AAA Fire Protection.

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TMP Seminar - Session 1 PPT PDF (4.62 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
PPT Presentation from the TMP Seminar - Session 1: The Value of Transportation Programs in a Changing City
TMP Seminar - Session 3 PPT PDF (2.17 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	9/13/2018
PPT presentation from the Transportation Management Program Seminar Session 3: Transportation Demand Management for Buildings - Introduction to Standard and Advanced Elements
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Occupant Load Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/13/2021
Presented May 12, 2021 BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code – Calculating the Occupant Load of Office Spaces Presenters: Ardel Jala, PE, Building Official, City of Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Richard Pellinger, Building Plans Examiner Supervisor, City of Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections Amie Joyce, IIDA, LEED, ID & C, Weaver Architects Description: As tenants and property professionals prepare for increasing numbers of tenants returning to the office, many are considering alterations to tenant spaces. BOMA is offering this free zoom seminar to members and non-members to clarify the design and configuration requirements of the current building code. More info can be found at the above link.
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Energy Codes Alterations PDF (1.56 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	5/25/2021
Slides from April 20, 2021 presentation - Seattle Energy Codes Alterations. Presenter, Duane Jonlin Existing buildings, alterations, exceptions, HB 1257 etc.
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Files PDF (1.34 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/2/2022
BOMA Webinar: Seattle Building Code- Calculating the Occupant Load of Office Spaces. All presentation files and instructor bios & contact information.
Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA - 3/29/2022 Link  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/31/2022
March 29, 2022 Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA Board and Leadership An informational session from Sound Transit on the upcoming Light Rail expansion/construction and its impact on downtown and the surrounding areas. West Seattle/Ballard extension discussed, Q&A included. Contact Justin Wallander, BOMA Seattle Manager of Education, for more information.
Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA - PowerPoint File PDF (4.3 MB)  [ more ] [ hide ]		Administration	3/31/2022
March 29, 2022 Sound Transit Briefing for BOMA Board and Leadership PDF/PowerPoint Files from session An informational session from Sound Transit on the upcoming Light Rail expansion/construction and its impact on downtown and the surrounding areas. West Seattle/Ballard extension discussed. Contact Justin Wallander, BOMA Seattle Manager of Education, for more information.

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