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The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Awards

The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award, presented by BOMA, is the most prestigious recognition in the commercial real estate industry. It’s the only program in the Greater Los Angeles area that celebrates excellence in building operations and management. From tenant relations and amenity offerings to community impact, emergency preparedness, and building standards—every aspect of your property is evaluated.

Why Enter the TOBY Awards?

Winning a TOBY isn’t just an accolade—it’s a game-changer. Here’s what your property stands to gain:

  • Boost Tenant Satisfaction and Loyalty
    Showcase your commitment to top-tier service, comfort, and safety—qualities that matter most to tenants.

  • Enhance Your Building’s Reputation
    A TOBY win signals excellence to current and prospective tenants, brokers, and the broader CRE community.

  • Increase Property Value and Marketability
    Recognition can improve leasing appeal and long-term asset value.

  • Demonstrate Operational Excellence
    Validate the strength of your building operations with third-party recognition from the industry’s leading association.

  • Attract and Retain Top Talent
    Great buildings attract great teams. A TOBY win highlights the pride, professionalism, and performance of your property staff.

How to Enter Your Building into the TOBYs

TOBY Workshops

We offer TOBY Workshops during March, May, and December of every year. This is a great opportunity for you and your team to learn more about the TOBY program. View the calendar to register for an upcoming workshop.

Strengthen Your Competitive Edge with BOMA 360

The BOMA 360 Performance Program is a powerful way to showcase your building’s operational excellence—and participating in the TOBY Awards puts you on the fast track.

While BOMA 360 is not required at the local TOBY level, it is required to compete at the regional level, which we encourage all participants to pursue.

TOBY participants earn credit toward their BOMA 360 application, and regional winners receive a discount on BOMA 360 application fees—valid for up to one year after their win.