If you think you’re not getting enough quality commercial landscape maintenance leads or building the right business relationships, maybe you keep focusing solely on traditional marketing and sales tactics. But here’s a fun fact: networking isn’t a passive activity that just happens at formal business meetings. In fact, by expanding your network through industry associations like BOMA Oklahoma City (Building Owners and Managers Association) and showing up at events like the Clay & Craw Spring Fest, you increase your circle of influence and dramatically improve your likelihood of connecting with decision-makers who genuinely need commercial landscaping services. These relationships often lead to referrals, long-term property maintenance contracts, and partnerships that no amount of cold calling can replicate.

The Oklahoma City landscaping and property management communities thrive on trust and personal connections. When property managers see you consistently participating in BOMA Oklahoma City events, supporting industry causes, and engaging in shared experiences beyond the boardroom, you’re building credibility that goes far deeper than a business card exchange.

Here are 5 ways to start networking effectively:

1) Join local BOMA Oklahoma City chapters and attend monthly meetings

2) Participate in industry fun events like shooting competitions or golf tournaments

3) Volunteer for association committees or charitable causes

4) Host informal meetups like lunch-and-learns at interesting venues

5) Follow up consistently with new connections through genuine relationship-building, not just sales pitches.

If you’re ready to expand your professional network in Oklahoma City’s commercial property scene, call me (Andy) too – I enjoy a good industry event and would be happy to attend with you and make some introductions along the way.