Description

What is Foundations?

Course Overview 

A comprehensive overview of CRE. Topics include tenant improvements, OSHA safety requirements, accounting, roofing systems, HVAC, pest control, landscaping, parking, and more.

Module 1: Introduction to Real Estate Management
Module 2: Property Types
Module 3: Creating Value
Module 4: Protecting the Asset
Module 5: Accounting, Reporting, and Budgeting
Module 6: The Building and its Systems
Module 7: Property Services

• Classroom instruction from seasoned professionals, reinforced by behind-the-scenes tours of outstanding buildings.    
• Live, in-person training with small class sizes to facilitate learning, discussion and team activities 
• A complete package—instruction, peer networking, property tours and a comprehensive course manual that is easy to read and a valuable resource back on the job.

For all experience levels, Foundations...

• Reinforces on-the-job training for junior and assistant property managers.
• Provides “feet on the ground” experience and exposure for administrative assistants and students considering a career in commercial real estate.
• Offers a great refresher for experienced professionals—fills training gaps and provides important management and operations updates.
• Supports suppliers and building engineers who benefit from understanding the basics of real estate management

Costs: The cost for this course is $800 for Members and $950 for Non-Members, and includes course materials, building tours, classroom sessions and lunch each day.

Friday, April 24, 2026, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Amanda Darvill, RPA, LEED-GA 
Introduction to Real Estate Management
Location: 

Friday, May 22, 2026, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Brie Martin, Director of Operations, BioMed Realty 
Protecting the Asset
Location: 2108 55th Street, Suite 200, Boulder, CO 80301

Friday, July 24, 2026, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Teri Ososkie, Senior Property Manager, Hines
Accounting, Reporting and Budgeting
Location: Dominion Towers | 600 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Friday, August 21, 2026, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: 
The Building and Its Systems
Location: 

Friday, September 25, 2026, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor: Emma Waldmann, Assistant Property Manager, Vanderbilt Office Properties 

Property Services
Location: 5445 DTC Parkway, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Meet the Facilitators: 
Dynamic and results-driven, Brie Martin leads BioMed Realty’s Boulder/Flatiron Park portfolio as Director of Operations, guiding operations and strategic initiatives across one of Boulder’s premier life science and innovation campuses. With more than 15 years of commercial real estate experience, she brings expertise in portfolio operations, tenant relations, and market-driven strategy. Prior to BioMed Realty, Brie held senior leadership roles at Prime West and Newmark, managing diverse commercial portfolios and complex tenant-facing operations. She is recognized for her collaborative leadership style, operational excellence, and focus on delivering long-term value for both tenants and ownership.

A seasoned leader in commercial real estate, Teri Ososkie serves as Senior Property Manager at Hines, overseeing more than 1.3 million square feet of Class A office space in downtown Denver. With extensive experience across both Denver and San Diego markets, she brings significant expertise in large-scale property operations, tenant relations and improvements, and asset strategy. Teri has played a key role in high-profile developments, including LEED Platinum and net-zero office projects, and is known for her strategic approach, operational excellence, and commitment to delivering value for both tenants and ownership. She is a past president of BOMA Denver and remains an active leader in the industry.

A seasoned professional in commercial real estate, Amanda Darvill brings more than 20 years of experience managing a diverse range of office, industrial, medical, and retail properties across Colorado’s Front Range. Known for her collaborative leadership style and passion for mentorship, she has built a reputation for operational excellence and developing high-performing teams. Amanda holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Colorado State University, along with her RPA designation, LEED Green Associate credential, and Colorado Real Estate Broker’s license. An active leader within BOMA Denver, she served as President in 2023 and continues to contribute as an instructor and mentor, supporting the growth of future industry professionals.