Commercial Real Estate Development Case Competition

December 5th and 6th, 2025

The Annual BOMA Idaho Commercial Real Estate Development Case Competition challenges college students to analyze and present a hypothetical commercial real estate project on a real site.
Participants demonstrate their ability to tackle real-world issues, apply financial and market analysis, and propose innovative strategies to enhance the development’s value and sustainability.

2025 Case Competition Winner

Snake River Ventures
Brigham Young University - Idaho

2025 Competitors

Snake River Ventures
Brigham Young University - Idaho

THREE Development
Boise State University

Teton Development Group
Brigham Young University - Idaho

Bronco Capital
Boise State University

2025 Judging Panel

  • Angie Wood

    Alliance Title & Escrow

  • Dave Winder

    Cushman & Wakefield

  • Justin Vogel

    Rafanelli & Nahas

  • Kelly Schnebly

    Colliers

  • Mari Holly

    St. Luke’s

2024 Case Competition Winner

Real X Investments
Brigham Young University - Idaho

Benefits of Participation

  • Scholarships

    Winners receive scholarship money from BOMA Idaho

  • Tickets

    Participants receive free entry to the 2026 BOMA Idaho Commercial Real Estate Symposium

  • Networking

    Meet industry professionals, potential employers, and students from other colleges and universities

  • Experience

    Students receive experience navigating real-world development challenges

  • Resume Building

    Participation in Case Competitions looks great on a resume, on LinkedIn, and to potential employers

Competition Format

  • Assemble Your Team

    Students form teams of 3 to 5 members, representing a hypothetical national commercial real estate development firm.

    Competition materials will be transmitted to the teams on Friday, October 31st.

  • Conceptualize the Project

    Conduct a comprehensive project analysis, definition and program, establish a strategic asset management plan, and design a well-structured exit strategy.

    Q&A with Krisjan Hiner, WSP, on Friday, November 7th.

  • Present

    Deliver an in-person presentation of the project to the judging panel, with the objective of securing financing and addressing any questions.

    Live presentations will be in Boise, Idaho on Saturday, December 6th.