(WASHINGTON, D.C.—December 19, 2007) Orkin, Inc., an industry leader in commercial pest management, is the newest Supporting Partner of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International. As a Supporting Partner, Orkin pledged to support BOMA’s vital programs in advocacy, education, research and membership.
BOMA International’s partnership program, developed in 2004, allows partner companies to invest in the success and viability of the commercial real estate industry they serve. With three levels of participation—Cornerstone Partner, Leadership Circle and Supporting Partner —the program demonstrates the commitment of leading organizations to provide the resources BOMA International needs to advance its advocacy, education and research initiatives for the benefit the entire commercial real estate industry.
“Orkin is a longtime leader in commercial pest management and has earned a reputation as a dependable and valued supplier,” said BOMA International Chairman and Chief Elected Officer Brenna S. Walraven, RPA, CPM, executive managing director, national property management, USAA Real Estate Company. “With their expertise and industry recognized leadership, they are a welcome addition to our Partnership Program and we look forward to advancing the industry together.”
“We are excited to embark on this partnership with BOMA International,” said Orkin Commercial’s Marketing Manager Cam Glover. “We look forward to being a part of the BOMA family and exploring the opportunities to share our knowledge and learn from BOMA members and the industry at large.”
About BOMA International
The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International is an international federation of more than 90 local associations and affiliated organizations. BOMA’s 16,500-plus members own or manage more than 9 billion square feet of commercial properties in North America and throughout the world. The mission of BOMA International is to enhance the human, intellectual and physical assets of the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, education, research, standards and
information. Founded in 1907, BOMA International celebrates 100 years of commercial real estate in 2007. Learn more at www.boma.org.
About Orkin Commercial Services
Founded in 1901, Atlanta-based Orkin Inc. is an industry leader in essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama. With more than 400 locations, Orkin’s almost 8,000 employees in the United States and Canada serve approximately 1.7 million customers. The company serves homeowners and numerous industries including food and beverage processing, foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, retail, warehousing, property/facilities management and schools. Orkin is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rollins Inc., which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (ROL). Learn more about Orkin Commercial Services by visiting www.orkincommercial.com
CONTACT:
Laura Horsley
Director of Communications
BOMA International
(202) 326-6315 or lhorsley@boma.org