Building Excellence, A CRE Podcast

Step into the future of commercial real estate with Building Excellence —an education-forward podcast series presented by BOMA and BOMI . Designed for forward thinking commercial real estate professionals, this series delivers expert perspectives, real world strategies, and timely insights into the technical, operational, and economic forces reshaping the industry. Whether you want to sharpen your skills, explore emerging trends, or gain practical solutions you can apply immediately, Building Excellence offers high impact learning, one fast-paced episode at a time.

Building Excellence, A CRE Podcast is a business podcast hosted by BOMA International, with 8 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

BOMA International hosts Building Excellence, A CRE Podcast, a business show with 8 episodes published.

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  8. Before the Call Happens: Emergency Communications in CRE Today

  Sep 14, 202619 min

  Is your building’s emergency communication system ready for what’s next? In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Weldon, Director of Strategic Accounts at Kings III Emergency Communications for a practical conversation on the POTS line transition, evolving code requirements, and why emergency communication systems deserve a closer look from today’s property teams. You’ll hear what can go wrong when systems are overlooked, how small testing habits can uncover big risks, and what proactive planning looks like as life safety communications continue to evolve. This episode is brought to you by Kings III Emergency Communications . -- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Rapid-Fire Qs 02:55 Tom Weldon’s Background 04:23 What Kings III does for Commercial Buildings 06:21 Why Emergency Communications Matter and the Importance of Testing 08:35 The Regulatory Shift Behind POTS Line Decommissioning 10:20 Real-World Liability from Failed Emergency Communications 11:59 Sponsored Message 12:26 One Membership, Limitless Benefits 12:48 Core Operations Requirements for Emergency Communication Setup 15:21 Video and Text Requirements in Newer Code Standards 16:47 Recommended Action: Test Systems and Build a Transition Plan 17:54 Key Takeaway

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  7. What Great Property Managers Understand about Ownership

  Aug 25, 202630 min

  Success in property management goes far beyond building operations. In this episode of Building Excellence , Cary Fronstin of Foundry Commercial shares his perspective on what today's CRE owners, asset managers, and investors expect from their property teams. Learn how top-performing property managers protect NOI, retain tenants, adapt to new technology, and communicate like trusted advisors in an increasingly complex CRE landscape. From tenant retention to owner communication, gain practical advice for delivering value and standing out in today's CRE market. -- This episode is brought to you by Kings III Emergency Communications . -- Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:26 Cary’s Background 03:24 Understanding Ownership in CRE 05:03 What Keeps Decision-Makers Up at Night 07:02 Protecting NOI Through Tenant Retention 08:41 Importance of Tenant Experience and Post-pandemic Changes 12:00 Doing More with Less 14:18 How to Stay Ahead with Education and Involvement 17:16 Sponsored Message 17:34 One Membership, Limitless Benefits 18:07 Role of Date and AI in Property Management 20:02 Meeting Owners Where They Are 23:07 How Communication Builds or Breaks Trust 26:15 Proactivity and Transparency 28:28 Key Advice for Property Managers to Succeed 29:45 Conclusion

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  6. Building Resilience and Innovation in Commercial Real Estate

  Aug 4, 202624 min

  In this episode of BOMA's Building Excellence, host Alan Stein chats with Mary Lue Peck, President and COO of BOMA International, and Bill Collar, Enterprise Account Executive at Trane, about the pivotal shifts reshaping commercial real estate. They discuss how data-driven decision making, operational efficiency, and workforce development are transforming building management and investment strategies. This episode is brought to you by Trane. 00:00 - Introduction to Building Excellence podcast and episode overview 00:24 - Rapid fire: last book read and favorite emoji 01:03 - Bill’s background in commercial real estate and partnership with Train 02:22 - Key takeaways from the recent BOMA conference addressing market shifts 04:02 - The focus on energy efficiency and real-time data for building operations 05:04 - How industry collaboration with data partners enhances real-time insights 06:23 - The shift away from the five-day office week and its implications 07:52 - The importance of measuring to optimize building operations 08:47 - Innovations in sensor technology for trash and restroom management 10:11 - HVAC systems adapting through sensor data and future AI integration 11:45 - The significance of data-driven decisions in operational efficiency 12:39 - Sponsor message and the importance of clear communications in podcasts 13:27 - The return of capital to prime, amenity-rich properties and operational metrics for investors 14:12 - How modernization and performance measurement are influencing market value for B and C assets 15:43 - The effect of AI on property management roles and workforce skills 16:38 - Train’s initiatives to develop workforce readiness amidst retiring professionals 20:15 - The ongoing balance between AI implementation and workforce support 21:21 - Final thoughts: industry collaboration, data use, and operational excellence as drivers of success 22:14 - Closing remarks from Mary Lou Peck on the value of working closely with suppliers and focusing on performanceThis episode offers insights into how the commercial real estate industry is leveraging data, technology, and collaboration to adapt to changing markets and tenant expectations. A must-listen for industry professionals committed to operational excellence and strategic investment.

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  5. From Static Assets to Living Portfolios: Where CRE Is Headed

  Jul 14, 202626 min

  Commercial real estate is evolving from static assets to living, performance-driven portfolios—but what does that shift mean for owners and operators? In this episode, we’re joined by Mary Lue Peck, President and COO of BOMA International , for a practical conversation on how operational excellence, data, and emerging technology are reshaping building performance and asset value. Learn how benchmarking, measurable outcomes, and workforce readiness can help CRE professionals stay competitive as market expectations continue to evolve. Tune in for insights on the trends, risks, and opportunities shaping the next chapter of commercial real estate. - This episode is brought to you by Trane . - Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:12 BOMA’s Biggest Wins 03:59 Transition from Static to Living Portfolios 05:11 Performance is the New Value 06:37 Research Outlook 08:42 Reality of Hybrid Work and Dynamic Planning 10:23 Essential Upgrade to Stay Competitive 13:35 The Value of Benchmarking and Certification Programs 15:43 Sponsored Message 16:22 BOMI’s Summer Sale 16:51 Gap Between AI Awareness and Deployment 18:57 Blending Tech with Personnel for Resilient Operations 21:20 5 Year Outlook: Opportunities and Risks 24:41 Final Takeaway: Operational Discipline as Competitive Advantage

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  4. From Hype to Real Impact: How to Successfully Adopt AI in Commercial Real Estate

  Jun 23, 202632 minS0

  <p>AI is moving quickly from industry buzzword to business necessity—but what does successful adoption actually look? In this episode, we’re joined by Aliza Carpio, Senior Director of Technology and Product Manager at Building Engines, for a practical conversation on how CRE organizations can move beyond the hype and implement AI in ways that drive measurable impact. Learn why clean, standardized data is the foundation for effective AI, what it takes to build an AI Center of Excellence that supports teams across the organization, and more.</p><p>Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI or looking to sca...

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