Monthly Archives: November 2011

Smart Meters: Smart Is What Smart Does

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Mike Munson

By Mike Munson CEO of Metropolitan Energy, LLC In the energy industry, the term “smart” is the current buzzword of the day. Smart cars. Smart homes. Smart grids. The list is growing in perpetuity. But what makes a device “smart”? … Continue reading →

Posted in CRE Trends, Green | Tagged "smart gadgets" consumer's energy information, "smart" technology, BOMA/Chicago, BOMA/Chicago members, building owners and managers, ComEd, ComEd released an evaluation of its investment, data that is generated, Forrest Gump, healthy rate of return, install new devices, Internet, large commercial buildings, mass distribution of meters, Metropolitan Energy, smart cars, smart grids, smart homes, smart meters, software, stored and transferred | Leave a comment

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Chicago’s Central Business District Gives Back

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Michael Cornicelli

By Michael Cornicelli Executive Vice President, BOMA/Chicago This week, more than 115 BOMA/Chicago members took a big step toward making the 2011 holiday season better for those less fortunate. They registered to receive a collection barrel to gather food as part of … Continue reading →

Posted in Philanthropic Outreach | Tagged annual program, BOMA/Chicago, CGFD, Chicago's commercial real estate community, Children's Home + Aid, corporate partners, corporations and foundations, Greater Chicago Food Depository, holiday food drive, our members, the annual holiday food drive, the Salvation Army, this drive, this program, this website, U.S. Marine Corps | Leave a comment

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of November 14

Posted on November 18, 2011 by BOMA/Chicago

Each week, The Elevator Speech summarizes news related to some of the key industry trends, buildings, deals and dealmakers that shaped headlines. Here’s what caught our attention the week of November 14: Chicago commercial real estate giant Sam Zell entered the luxury … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago News and Events | Tagged 500 W. Monroe St., Archstone, Carson Pirie Scott & Co., Chicago commercial real estate, Chicago landmark, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, City Council, deal to buy, Elysian Hotel, emerged as the lead bidder, Equity Residential, expanded its office space lease, first budget plan was passed, GE Capital, Gold Coast, is the lead bidder, Sam Zell, Sullivan Center on State St., Target, The Elevator Speech, Waldorf Astoria, Winthrop Realty Trust | Leave a comment

Get Inspired and Help the Environment on America Recycles Day 2012

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Kelly Aaron

By Kelly Aaron President, EverLights Recently, you may have seen the graphic message below, which includes the well-known “circular arrows” image that signifies recycling. If you’re wondering about why the recycling image is featured, keep reading this post and your … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago CRE industry and philanthropy, Green | Tagged 14-year history, America Recycles Day, EverLights, Keep America Beautiful, recycling image, this web page, tips for creating a bulb and ballast recycling strategy | Leave a comment

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of November 7

Posted on November 11, 2011 by BOMA/Chicago

Each week, The Elevator Speech summarizes news related to some of the key industry trends, buildings, deals and dealmakers that shaped headlines. Here’s what caught our attention the week of November 7: The owners of the Willis Tower are taking a “marketing … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago News and Events | Tagged Chicago's central business district, commercial real estate, developers are seeking city permission, downtown Chicago office tower, is purchasing, John Buck Co., John O'Donnell, marketing time out, markets will continue to improve, Old St. Patrick's Church, schedule to close in December, Sutton Place Hotel, tallest building in North America, The Elevator Speech, the Willis Tower, Walton Street Capital LLC, Willis Tower | Leave a comment

“Spooktacular” Annual Event Provides Networking Opportunity While Raising Money for Charity

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Michael Ehlert

By Michael Ehlert, Vice President, Concierge Unlimited International There are many benefits to working in the commercial real estate industry, but one aspect really stands out: The people in our industry are generous, creative and like to enjoy themselves from … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago CRE industry and philanthropy, Philanthropic Outreach | Tagged 9/11 - NY Uniformed FIrefighters, Anti-Cruelty Society, commercial real estate, Concierge Unlimited International, Concierge Unlimited International's products and services, gear support system for US soldiers in Iraq (Anysoldier.com), leasing and related industries, Les Clef D'or Foundation, Les Turner ALS Foundation, Light Court at the Rookery, members of property management, Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, silent auction | Leave a comment

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of October 31

Posted on November 4, 2011 by BOMA/Chicago

Each week, The Elevator Speech summarizes news related to some of the key industry trends, buildings, deals and dealmakers that shaped headlines. Here’s what caught our attention the week of October 31: The former Apparel Center (now the Chicago Sun-Times building) at … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Burnham Center, Cannon Design, Chicago office buildings, Chicago Sun-Times, commercial real estate, continue to benefit, emerged as a leading contender, former Apparel Center, Grub & Ellis, Illinois Center, plans to move, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, recent survey, Sara Lee Corp, Shorenstein Properties, sold for $288 million/$190 per square foot, the highest since 2007, Urban Land Institute, Vornado Realty Trust | Leave a comment

Monthly Archives: November 2011

Smart Meters: Smart Is What Smart Does

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Chicago’s Central Business District Gives Back

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of November 14

Get Inspired and Help the Environment on America Recycles Day 2012

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of November 7

CRE News: What We’re Reading the Week of October 31

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