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Welcome New Members!
Welcome New Members!

Please join us in welcoming a diverse group of owner/manager members as well as associate members to the AOBA community! These member firms have joined since the publication of our printed Membership Directory, so please download the list and keep it handy for future reference! Continue Reading

Date posted06/26/2018


Congrats to our 2018 Commercial Awards Celebration Recipients!
Congrats to our 2018 Commercial Awards Celebration Recipients!

AOBA congratulates the distinguished entrants and winners honored at its Commercial Awards Celebration and sincere thanks to all of our generous event sponsors! The winning management teams and individuals received awards at a June 14th industry dinner at the Fairmont Washington, DC.... Continue Reading

Date posted06/20/2018


New Industry Study: U.S. Needs 4.6 Million New Apartments By 2030
New Industry Study: U.S. Needs 4.6 Million New Apartments By 2030

A recent study commissioned by the National Apartment Association (NAA) and National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reveals that in order to keep up with the growing demand, the United States needs to build 4.6 million new apartments by 2030 or it will face a major shortage. The study defines... Continue Reading

Date posted06/13/2018


Alexandria, VA Primary Election is June 12; AOBA PAC Endorses Justin Wilson
Alexandria, VA Primary Election is June 12; AOBA PAC Endorses Justin Wilson

AOBA's Virginia Metropolitan Political Action Committee, the political arm of the Apartment and Office Building Association (AOBA) of Metropolitan Washington, has endorsed Councilman Justin Wilson for Alexandria Mayor. Justin has served on the Alexandria City Council... Continue Reading

Date posted06/11/2018


Montgomery County: Head to the Polls on June 26 for AOBA Maryland State PAC Endorsed Candidates
Montgomery County: Head to the Polls on June 26 for AOBA Maryland State PAC Endorsed Candidates

Get your vote on Maryland! Head to the polls for the June 26 primary! Polls are open 7:00am - 8:00pm. Montgomery County resident? The AOBA Maryland State PAC encourages you to vote and support the slate of candidates endorsed for the 2018 Montgomery County election. Each of the endorsed... Continue Reading

Date posted06/4/2018


Local TOBY Award Winner Brings Home Regional Award
Local TOBY Award Winner Brings Home Regional Award

Congratulations to the oustanding team at JBG SMITH who proudly represented AOBA and the DC Region in the Mid Atlantic TOBY competition. The team took home two exciting wins, one of which took Overall Grand Regional! We look forward to saluting this winning team during our Commercial Awards... Continue Reading

Date posted05/10/2018


Recognizing Excellence: See you at the Commercial Awards Celebration!
Recognizing Excellence: See you at the Commercial Awards Celebration!

We look forward to seeing members as we applaud excellence in three areas of commercial management on Thursday, June 14, 6:30 to 9:30pm at the Fairmont Washington DC. This elegant evening begins with a networking cocktail reception with open bar and hors d’oeuvres, followed by dinner and... Continue Reading

Date posted05/8/2018


Save the Dates for Upcoming Programs
Save the Dates for Upcoming Programs

Don't Miss these Signature Programs! Click on the links below or visit our Upcoming Events page. After Hours Reception – Thursday, May 10 5:00 to 7:00pm Tony and Joe’s at Washington Harbour in Georgetown Commercial Awards Celebration – Thursday, June 14 6:30 to 9:30pm... Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2018


Thanks to Members for Volunteering at the Duckworth School!
Thanks to Members for Volunteering at the Duckworth School!

Thanks to all members who volunteered their time and hard work at Clean Up Day at the Duckworth School on April 13, and to members who lent their strong support to students participating in the Special Olympics Challenge Day on April 20. These annual volunteer programs are critical to this... Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2018


Register SOON for the BOMA or NAA Conference in June!
Register SOON for the BOMA or NAA Conference in June!

June is the Time to Travel to San Diego OR San Antonio! As you look toward summer travel plans, consider joining the multifamily industry’s largest gathering at the NAA Education Conference & Exposition, renamed Apartmentalize. This major program is set for June 13-16 in sunny San Diego,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/12/2018


April is THE Month for Multifamily: FREE Fair Housing Seminar and More!
April is THE Month for Multifamily: FREE Fair Housing Seminar and More!

Please click on the links below and help us spread the news! APRIL is THE Month for Multifamily! NAA’s National Apartment Housing Month will be celebrated in April. Members are encouraged to plan celebrations at your properties – from a happy hour to a career fair to community... Continue Reading

Date posted03/26/2018


Volunteers Needed at the Duckworth School in April
Volunteers Needed at the Duckworth School in April

For more than 20 years, AOBA members have been generously supporting the James E. Duckworth School for children with disabilities in Prince George’s County. Our annual Clean Up Day at Duckworth is set for April 13. Also, the 2018 Special Olympics Challenge Day is April 20. Members are... Continue Reading

Date posted03/26/2018