Survey Results Reveal Top Topics and Priorities
What Members Want: 2025 BOMA Omaha Program Survey Results

Thank you to everyone who shared your input. Your feedback helps shape our upcoming education and networking events, and here’s what we learned.

📌 Top Topics of Interest:
Members are most interested in Life Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness (64%), followed by HVAC Optimization and Indoor Air Quality (50%), Energy Star Benchmarking (43%), and Codes and Permits (43%). Other top picks include Capital Planning and Budgeting and Local
Case Studies.

📍 Preferred Format:
Half of respondents prefer in-person programs in Midtown, while 43 percent like Downtown Omaha. Only a few requested hybrid options, confirming that in-person networking remains key.

⏰ Best Time:
The clear favorite is 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., chosen by more than 70 percent of respondents.

⏳ Ideal Session Length:
Most members favor a 60-minute session, with another third preferring 45 minutes, perfect for a focused lunch-and-learn format.

🎯 What Drives Attendance?
The biggest motivators are building and site tours (57%), networking time (50%), and quality food options (36%), proving that learning and connection go hand in hand.

💲 Lunch Cost?
Nearly 80 percent said lunch cost is not a deciding factor in attending events.

💡 How to Boost Attendance?
Members suggested more networking, interesting and high-profile speakers, building tours, and varied formats such as breakfast or happy hour events. A few also asked for improved menus with gluten-free options.

🎤 Speaker and Topic Ideas:
Suggestions include a BOMA Business Fair or Trade Show, updates on green tax incentives and OPPD rebates, life safety sessions, and more building tours.

✨ Next Steps:
Your feedback will directly inform our 2026 program lineup. Expect engaging speakers, hands-on tours, and plenty of opportunities to connect with your peers. Stay tuned for upcoming event announcements.