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The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY)

TOBY Judge Orientation

Whether you have been selected to be a judge this year, or if you've ever considered being a TOBY judge, don't miss the TOBY Judge Orientation on October 1st in the BOMA Office. The Awards & Recognition Committee will offer best practices and tips to make the TOBY judging process a breeze during this Q&A session.

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Join the TOBY Road Map to Success!

It's still not too late to enter TOBY. The 2020 TOBY Awards competition is currently underway and there's just one thing missing - YOUR ENTRY!

BOMA/Suburban Chicago's Awards & Recognition Committee have made it easier than ever this year to enter the TOBY Awards. With the 16-Week TOBY Road Map to Success, entrants receive weekly email reminders to work on portions of their application and the TOBY requirements are broken down into smaller, more manageable tasks.

See how simple we've made it by checking out samples of past weekly emails reminders:

Week 1: Determine your Category and Eligibility

Week 2: Get Organized/Write a Building Description
Week 3: Begin Your Buildings Standards Section
Week 4: Continue Your Building Standards Section
Week 5: Take Competition and Awards Ceremony Photos
Week 6: Report on Community Impact
Week 7: Continue your Report on Community Impact

Week 8: Provide an Overview of your Tenant Relations

Week 9: Share your ENERGY STAR® and Energy Conservation Data

Week 10: Continue to Write your Energy Conservation Data

Week 11: Discuss your Environmental, Regulatory, and Sustainability Initiatives

Week 12: Describe your Waste Management Plan

Week 13: Describe your Emergency Preparedness/Life Safety Procedures

Week 14: Describe Training for Building Personnel

Week 15: Proof All of your Work

You may submit the Entry Intent Form anytime between now and Friday, September 13. The deadline to submit your TOBY Application is Friday, September 20. The earlier you submit your Entry Intent Form, the sooner you will start to receive weekly email reminders.

BOMA/Suburban Chicago's TOBY Resources

Best Practices & Quick Tips - Learn best practices from past winners and judges.

2020 Program Timeline - Know the important dates during this year's contest.

2020 Planning Outline - Plan ahead by gathering required documentation.

2020 Entry Intent Form - Secure your spot in the contest by submitting your entry form.

16-Week Road Map to Success - Follow a guided plan and get weekly notifications to stay on track.

FOCUS Article: What Your Should Know About the BOMA 360 Performance Program® - Learn about the BOMA 360 program and how it compares to TOBY.

BOMA 360 vs TOBY Comparison Chart - See a side by side comparison of the BOMA 360 and TOBY requirements.

2020 Q&A Workshop Presentation - Review the presentation from the May 1st TOBY Q&A Workshop.

Official 2020 TOBY Award Requirements By category

Office Building Categories (All Other)
Earth Category
Industrial Category
Public Assembly Mixed-Use Category
Renovated Category
Retail Category
2020 Building Inspection Form (All Categories)

The Awards & Recognition Committee

Anne Persaud, RPA, Chair, Millbrook Properties
Maggie Amaya, RPA, FMA, Vice Chair, JLL
Suzanne, Boryscka, RPA, Board Liaison, Lincoln Property Company
Jen Cook, Everest Snow Management
Terri Jones, Gasaway Maintenance Company
Dana Lusa, RPA, JLL
Sonia Patterson, Colliers International
Marc Schuemer, Titan Security Group/Titan Electronics, Inc.
Tammy Reed, RPA, Lincoln Property Company
Heather Smith, RPA, Free Market Ventures
Jeffrey Wingert, RPA, Cushman & Wakfield
Heather Woods, Staff, BOMA/Suburban Chicago