J. Bradley Kennedy Scholarship
The J. Bradley Kennedy Scholarship was established to strengthen the workforce and help ensure industry professionals have access to higher education to advance their careers. Funded through contributions from friends and colleagues, the scholarship provides an educational opportunity for a deserving individual who demonstrates a financial need and is pursuing, entering, or already engaged in a career in the property or facility management industries.
BOMI established the J. Bradley Kennedy Scholarship in 2011 to honor Mr. J. Bradley (Brad) Kennedy’s focus on excellence and his lifelong commitment to education. Brad served as property manager for the White House and on BOMI’s Board of Trustees for 17 years and was appointed as Chairman Emeritus in 2010. His commitment and loyalty to developing continuing education in the property management industry remained steadfast throughout his long career.
The application process opens on January 15 and closes on April 15. Completed applications are evaluated in an objective and nondiscriminatory manner by an independent selection committee composed of experienced industry members. Details on scholarship requirements and policies can be found below.
2025 & 2024 Recipients
2025
Angela Brooks
Property Management Specialist
Paycom Payroll, LLC
2025
Bilal Khan
Group Director, Facilities and Admin Services
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited
2024
Julius Franklin
Building Engineer
Frauenshuh Inc.
2024
Jhenna Gregoire-Zepeda
Property Manager, Industrial
Jones Lang Lasalle
The J. Michael Coleman Scholarship
The BOMA Foundation honors Mike Coleman through this scholarship, which allows up to 10 emerging professionals to attend the conference for the first time. Registration is covered, along with a travel stipend, plus invaluable networking opportunities and connections that last a lifetime.
Named in honor of J. Michael Coleman, BOMA Fellow, who had a successful career in the security industry, working for more than 30 years as the top commercial real estate expert for AlliedBarton Security (now Allied Universal) before retiring in 2016. Mike’s generosity, dedication, and mentorship were hallmarks of his active, decades-long involvement with BOMA. Among his many contributions to the BOMA community, Mike served on BOMA International's Executive Committee and the BOMA Foundation Board. The mission of the J. Michael Coleman Scholarship fund is to support emerging professionals in their careers and their involvement in BOMA.
Congratulations to our 2026 recipients:
- Darrian Owens, GBX Group, BOMA Northeast Ohio
- Sebastian Pabon, Vornado Realty Trust, BOMA New York
- Blake Batema, MCB Real Estate, BOMA Baltimore
- Grace Munroe, Granite Properties, BOMA Denver Metro
- Jaylynn Velhagen-Dizon, Rockhill Management, BOMA Oakland/East Bay
- Stephanie Davies, GWL Realty Advisors Inc., BOMA British Columbia
- Kayla Kertis, Piedmont Realty Trust, BOMA Greater Minneapolis
- Sarah Frydrych, M&J Wilkow, BOMA Pittsburgh
- Lindsey Dunn, Growth Property Group, BOMA Fort Worth
- Jordan Matthews, Cushman & Wakefield, BOMA Denver Metro
BOMA/YARDI Innovation in PropTech Scholarship
The BOMA/Yardi Innovation PropTech in Scholarship is awarded annually to up to 10 emerging professionals working in commercial real estate who demonstrate a commitment to advancing technology driven property operations. Recipients receive complimentary registration to BOMA International’s Annual Conference & Expo, plus $1,000 USD to support travel, lodging, and related expenses.