The Illyrian Building Managers Association

Our history

The Illyrian community makes up a large percentage of the New York City building service and real estate management community,  namely as Resident Managers and Building Superintendents.

Since the 1970's, New York City buildings have employed members of the Illyrian background as Service Workers. They have ranged in titles such as: Doormen, Porters, Elevator Operators, Handymen, Concierges, etc.

There was also a large population that worked as Building Superintendents. Over the last 50 years, the role of Building Superintendent has changed.  What was once a person who patrolled their building hallways with tools on their belt and keys in their hand is no more.  Building Superintendent have now evolved to Resident Manager roles which include the day to day overall management of high luxury New York City portfolios.

The purpose of the Illyrian Building Managers Association., is to unite Building Managers of Illyrian Descent into an organized, business type, setting.

What can we expect?

Strength in numbers,  in a community, is always a great thing. When you add community members that all work in the same industry, it's an even better thing. You can expect to meet people of different regions of the Illyrian community and network regarding all topics of Building Management.

As a fraternal Association, we can learn and teach each other  topics that we encounter in our buildings and use them as examples on how to better ourselves professionally.  We will also have the opportunity to incorporate educational features and introduce you to Vendors of different trades as well network with Top Tier Property Management Companies.

We have already sorted specific Committees to help our Members rise to the next level.  Resume review, mock interviews and job referrals can all be expected from the I.B.M.A. Employment Committee.

We plan to conduct volunteer work and contribute to charities.  We will work closely with community leaders to uplift and unite our heritage.