BOMA Southern Region Conference 2026

Southern Region TOBY Awards Banquet
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Summit Ballroom.
Ticket sales have closed.

Southern Region TOBY Awards Reception
2026-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Summit Foyer.
Ticket sales have closed.

Registration Open
2026-04-25 15:00 - 18:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Registration Open: The 576, 4th Floor, Grand Hyatt

Leadership/Best Practices with Lisa Snow
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the North Coast.

BOMA Florida
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Rail Yard.
Invitation only

Future Host Cities Wrap Meeting
2026-04-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in Rail Head
Invitation only

Closing SR Business
2026-04-25 10:30 - 11:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in Summit Ballroom

Saturday Keynote: Mark Brown — L.I.S.T.E.N: An Illusion and Humor Based Experience
2026-04-25 09:30 - 10:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Please join us for an entertaining and insightful experience that blends humor with practical takeaways, as we learn how to network and build authentic connections quickly and effectively. Mark helps professionals learn how to connect with someone that they just met in his program, “Instant Networking Connections: How to Connect with Someone Quickly and Authentically.” This program has practical takeaways for every listener, no matter their circumstances. Mark teaches these practical steps by encouraging the audience to “Listen.” 1) Learn their name. 2) Intentional questions. 3) Stay engaged. 4) Take advantage of commonalities. 5) Educate yourself. 6) Network.
Learn more about our speaker at https://www.markbrownmc.com/.
Located in Summit Ballroom

Southern Region Business
2026-04-25 09:00 - 09:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States

Breakfast
2026-04-25 08:30 - 09:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Breakfast with a Mimosa or Bloody Mary
Located in Summit Ballroom A&B.

Registration
2026-04-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States

Reception - Pinnacle Tower @ Nashville Yards - Deck & Lounge
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Pinnacle Tower, 161 10th Ave N, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Taking place at the Pinnacle Tower @ Nashville Yards – Deck & Lounge — just a short walk away from the Nashville Grand Hyatt.
Meet in the lobby at 5:45 pm to take a quick walk.

Break with Exhibitors
2026-04-24 15:45 - 16:30, 2026-04-24 13:45 - 14:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Summit Foyer

From Idea to Impact: The Entrepreneurial Journey with Becky Hanner & Geoff Wardle
2026-04-24 15:00 - 15:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
From Idea to Impact: The Entrepreneurial Journey with Becky Hanner & Geoff Wardle
Located in the Rail Yard

The Role of Bees in Advancing CRE ESG Goals with Sam Jennings
2026-04-24 15:00 - 15:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Bees are far more than a symbol of environmental stewardship—they’re essential partners in creating resilient, sustainable commercial real estate portfolios. This session introduces how pollinator health directly supports ESG objectives, from enhancing biodiversity and improving local ecosystems to strengthening community engagement and elevating property value. Participants will learn how on‑site beekeeping, pollinator‑friendly landscaping, and biodiversity initiatives can become measurable, high‑impact components of an organization’s environmental strategy. The session highlights practical steps, real‑estate‑specific benefits, and ways to integrate pollinator programs into broader ESG reporting and tenant engagement efforts.
Located in North Coast

Snack Break with Exhibitors
2026-04-24 14:45 - 15:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Summit Ballroom

From Disruption to Direction: Leading Through the Power of Legacy with Jann Freed
2026-04-24 14:00 - 14:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in North Coast

Fire Life Safety with David Morris
2026-04-24 14:00 - 14:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Fire Life Safety – David Morris
Located in Rail Yard

Disaster & Emergency Preparedness with Henry Miller
2026-04-24 13:00 - 13:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Clear, well‑defined emergency guidelines are essential to protecting people, property, and business continuity in commercial real estate. This session outlines why structured disaster‑response protocols—and consistent training for management teams, security personnel, and tenants—are critical to minimizing risk and ensuring coordinated action during crises. Participants will explore the core elements of an effective preparedness program, the roles and responsibilities across CRE stakeholders, and practical strategies for strengthening readiness through drills, communication planning, and ongoing education.
Located in Rail Yard

Allied Best Practices Panel
2026-04-24 13:00 - 13:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Allied Best Practices Panel – Audrey Edwards, Elizabeth Fulk, Winter Keel, Kim DeFily, Angie Bartoli, Jose Hernandez
Located in North Coast

Lunch with Exhibitors
2026-04-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Summit Ballroom A&B

AI Panel
2026-04-24 10:45 - 12:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in North Coast Room
Panel will include: David Franklin, Andy Murray, Jana Truman, Joanna Sugunathazan, and Jenna Cole.
An exploration of how AI is reshaping key functions across the commercial real estate sector—including property management, engineering, vendor operations, and security—highlighting both the opportunities it creates and the challenges it introduces.
AI Glossary & Tools

Insurance, Indemnification, and Force Majeure with Geoffrey Wardle
2026-04-24 10:45 - 11:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Located in the Rail Yard

Break with Exhibitors
2026-04-24 10:30 - 10:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Summit Foyer

Friday Keynote: Gretchen Schott: Calm in the Chaos — Redefining Leadership in Property Management
2026-04-24 09:00 - 10:30 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Friday, April 24th, 2026, we will welcome Gretchen Schott to present her keynote presentation titled: Calm in the Chaos — Redefining Leadership in Property Management. To learn more about Gretchen Schott, click here.
Located in the Summit Ballroom.

Welcome Remarks
2026-04-24 08:45 - 09:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Summit Ballroom

Breakfast with Exhibitors
2026-04-24 08:00 - 09:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States

Registration Open
2026-04-24 07:00 - 16:00 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Registration Open: 4th Floor, The 576, Grand Hyatt
Conference Attendees will check-in at The 576 room located on the 4th floor of the Grand Hyatt.

Exhibitor Set up
2026-04-24 07:00 - 07:45 | Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Trade Show Exhibitors will set up their booths in the Summit Foyer, located on the 4th floor of the Grand Hyatt. Booth numbers will be announced soon.
Click here for booth assignments.
