Winter Business Meeting & National Issues Conference
BOMA International’s 2026 Winter Business Meeting and National Issues Conference is where BOMA members gather to address the challenges facing the commercial real estate industry. It’s a unique opportunity to network with industry peers and meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to influence decisions that will advance our businesses, industry, and association. Whether you’re learning about the latest issues and trends at a session, making valuable new business contacts at a luncheon or social event, or meeting with your elected representatives on Capitol Hill, participating in this conference will give you the edge you need to succeed.
Make Sure You Are Prepared
BOMA is hosting a 55-minute webinar on January 14 at 1PM ET to help Winter Business Meeting/National Issues Conference attendees feel fully prepared for their legislative visits. This session will break down the key policy positions we’ll be advocating for on the Hill and give you a practical overview of what to expect.
Special registration discounts are available to Sustaining Partners, Sponsors, additional local BOMA association staff, and former BOMA International Officers. Please contact [email protected] for a special registration link.
Keynote Lunch
John Harwood on Policy, Politics, Media and Culture
A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, John Harwood is a widely respected nonpartisan expert in presidential politics, renowned for his compelling explorations into headline-grabbing events in Washington and his must-see interviews with the most influential leaders shaping our nation. Drawing on his four decades of high-level Washington journalism experience, he’ll provide an in-depth look at the current administration’s policies—tariffs, tax-cuts, immigration and international relations—and their implications now and for the future. He'll also examine the administration’s relationship with the rapidly changing media and provide insight on the choices facing the White House and Congress that will impact businesses and your own pocketbook.
Advocacy Briefing
Amy Showalter - Habits of Rock Star Advocates that are Safe for Everyday Use
As we get ready to bring commercial real estate’s concerns to Capitol Hill, you’ll hear from renowned grassroots and PAC influence expert Amy Showalter on the tactics successful advocates use to build credible, working relationships with their elected representatives. She’ll explain why face-to-face meetings with legislators matter more than any other type of communication and the three things you must do before meeting with your legislator. You’ll learn how to lead, versus being led, in a legislative meeting; how to recognize the “code” of legislator conversation and politely get the answers you need, and the behaviors that will fuel your legislator relationship development efforts.
Schedule at a Glance
Sunday, January 25, 2026
- 6:00 – 7:00 pm: BOMA Leadership Reception for BAEs and Local Leaders*
Monday, January 26, 2026
- 8:00 am – 5:00 pm: Committee and Business Meetings
- 6:00 – 7:30 pm: Welcome Reception
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- 8:00 am – 12:00 pm: Committee and Business Meetings
- 12:00 – 2:00 pm: Keynote Lunch
- 2:30 – 4:30 pm: Advocacy Briefing/Capitol Hill Prep
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
- 7:30 – 8:30 am: Regional Breakfast and Business Meetings
- 8:45 – 10:00 am: Board of Governors
- 10:00 am–3:00 pm: Congressional Office Visits
- 11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Closing Lunch Buffet
Hotel Reservations
The Winter Business Meeting and National Issues Conference will take place at the Westin DC Downtown Hotel, located at 999 9th Street NW in Washington, DC. A discounted room rate of $319/per night is available to registered BOMA Attendees. This special rate is available until January 7, 2026, or until the room block sells out, whichever occurs first.
Sponsorships
With over 400 BOMA leaders attending the conference, your sponsorship boosts your company's visibility as a key industry resource. It’s a great chance to connect with your customers and prospects while demonstrating your company’s commitment to the CRE industry.
Thank you to our sponsors!
