SMPS Webinar | Refresh Your Feed: Social Media Strategy in 2023
2023-01-25 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Virtual, VA, United States

Learning Lab | How to Drive Profitable Growth Through the Business Development Process for your Firm
2023-01-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Virtual, VA, United States

DEI + A/E/C: Mental Health in the Workplace
2023-01-30 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Virtual, VA, United States

Chapter Leader Symposium
2023-04-26 - 2023-04-28 | VA
CLS 2023
For more than 20 years, SMPS HQ has hosted an annual symposium for incoming chapter presidents. This premier program focuses on developing the leadership skills of chapter leaders and ensuring an awareness of the services and programs available to all SMPS chapters by SMPS HQ.
The 2023 Chapter Leader Symposium (CLS) will be held for presidents-elect (PEs) in Washington, D.C., from April 26-28. Registration is now open, and we’re excited to see you in DC this spring.

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CLS 2023 Committee

CLS COMMITTEE CHAIR
Gabe Lett, FSMPS, CPSMSenior Marketing SpecialistAllgeier Martin & Associates

CLS COMMITTEE CHAIRShannon Stewart, CPSM
Marketing & Business Development Manager
Design West Engineering

CLS COMMITTEE INCOMING CHAIR
Keelin Cox, CPSM, ENV SP
Owner
Adiuvo Marketing

CLS COMMITTEE INCOMING CHAIRValerie Puchades, CPSM
Marketing Specialist
CVG

SMPS PRESIDENT-ELECT, BOARD REPRESENTATIVE
Dana Lancour, FSMPS, CPSM
Vice President, Branding + Communications
Barton Malow Holdings

CLS EMCEE
Stacy Stout, FSMPS, CPSMFounding PrincipalBRANDiac Strategies
CLS Pre-Programming Events
This is a business. Let’s learn the essentials.The Society has expectations of chapter presidents, and it’s important for all chapter officers to become familiar with various legal, governance, financial, tax, and insurance issues that pertain to chapter operations. In advance of the 2023 Chapter Leadership Symposium, we invite all chapter presidents-elect to participate in the following five programs designed to complement content to be presented at CLS 2023.

Pre-CLS Cohorts
Cohort Leader: Fawn Radmanich, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Los Angeles), Marketing Strategist, PCL ConstructionSMPS ArizonaSMPS ColoradoSMPS OregonSMPS San FranciscoSMPS Seattle
Cohort Leader: Laura Ewan, CPSM (SMPS Washington, DC), Director of Marketing + Communications, Senior Associate, Hickok ColeSMPS BostonSMPS ChicagoSMPS New YorkSMPS North TexasSMPS Washington, DC
Cohort Leader: Valerie Puchades, CPSM (SMPS Boston), Marketing Specialist, Charrette Venture GroupSMPS AtlantaSMPS AustinSMPS Central FloridaSMPS HoustonSMPS Research Triangle
Cohort Leader: Tim Klabunde, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Virginia), Principal, Director of Marketing, Timmons GroupSMPS IndianaSMPS MarylandSMPS NashvilleSMPS PhiladelphiaSMPS St. Louis
Cohort Leader: Deirdre Gilmore, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Arizona), President + Lead Strategist, TankGirl MarketingSMPS ColumbusSMPS Kansas CitySMPS San AntonioSMPS Twin CitiesSMPS Virginia
Cohort Leader: Brandy Little, FSMPS, CPSM, ACC (SMPS Los Angeles), CEO, Brand DNA AdvisorsSMPS New MexicoSMPS Orange CountySMPS SacramentoSMPS San DiegoSMPS Utah
Cohort Leader: Ree Miskimon, CPSM (SMPS Maryland), Director of Business Development & Marketing, Cube Root CorpSMPS Central PennsylvaniaSMPS CharlotteSMPS ConnecticutSMPS PittsburghSMPS Upstate New York
Cohort Leader: Donna Corlew, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Nashville), Chief WIT Officer, C*ConnectSMPS Greater CincinnatiSMPS OklahomaSMPS Southeast LouisianaSMPS Southeast MichiganSMPS Wisconsin
Cohort Leader: Janet Brooks, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Charlotte), Senior Manager | Business Strategy, Barton Malow Builders LLCSMPS Northeast OhioSMPS OntarioSMPS PalmettoSMPS South FloridaSMPS Tampa Bay
Cohort Leader: Keelin Cox, ENV SP, CPSM (SMPS Orange County), Owner, Adiuvo MarketingSMPS AlaskaSMPS HawaiiSMPS Inland EmpireSMPS Las VegasSMPS Los Angeles
Cohort Leader: Gabe Lett, FSMPS, CPSM (SMPS Ozarks), Senior Marketing Specialist, Allgeier Martin & AssociatesSMPS Emerald Coast (developing)SMPS KentuckySMPS North FloridaSMPS Northern New EnglandSMPS West Michigan (developing)
Cohort Leader: Shannon Stewart, CPSM (SMPS Inland Empire), Marketing & Business Development Manager, Design West EngineeringSMPS AlabamaSMPS IdahoSMPS NebraskaSMPS OzarksSMPS Wichita
SMPS 2022-23 Volunteer Orientation (On-Demand)
Chapter volunteers have been integral to the Society’s success, and SMPS HQ is here to help all volunteers thrive and succeed in their roles.
This program, conducted in September 2022 for all volunteers, provides an exclusive informational orientation. Access this content to gain an understanding of SMPS, what’s expected from you as a chapter volunteer, and receive an overview of the many tools and resources provided by SMPS HQ and leveraged by our 1,000+ chapter volunteers.
This is a business. Let’s learn the essentials.
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All About SMPS Chapter Governance | January 26, 2023 (On-Demand)
All chapter officers and directors must be familiar and aware of all chapter essential corporate documents so that they become familiar with the rules by which the chapter is required to operate. Additionally, officers and directors are legally expected to adhere to certain standards of conduct with respect to the operation of the chapter.
Join SMPS Deputy CEO Tina Myers, CAE for an introduction/review and Q&A of the following important matters:

articles of incorporation
bylaws
affiliation agreement
duties and conduct of board of directors
and more!

This is a business. Let’s learn the essentials. Program will be recorded and made available on-demand.
Chapter Leader Meetup: All About SMPS Chapter Finance | February 21, 2023, 3 p.m. ET
Running a chapter is like running a business. Join your CLS peers on March 28, 2023, at 3 p.m. ET for a panel discussion to hear from experienced SMPS chapter leaders. They’ll share how they leveraged smart and innovative business practices to successfully manage their chapter.
Moderated by your CLS 2023 Emcee Stacy Stout, FSMPS, CPSM, you’ll walk away with new approaches to get things done—and effectively lead your chapter.
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Making the Most of CLS 2023 | April 18, 2023, 3 p.m. ET
We’ll provide an overview of what to expect and how to make the most of your in-person CLS experience.
We’ll cover:

Which events are happening at CLS (including the reception, meals, sessions, etc.)
How to maximize your experience (with advice from past attendees)
An open Q&A to answer your questions now, as well as questions/common discussions from previous cohort meetings
How to take information you’ll learn at CLS back to you chapter team

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“Attending CLS 2022 was one of the best experiences in my professional career to date. Representing a newer chapter, I wanted to absorb as much as possible to be a resource when I returned home for the rest of our board and membership. In a short time frame, I learned many valuable resources from experts in their fields and met amazing future chapter leaders from across the country to make an immediate network of fellow presidents-elect! My chapter and my firm will benefit for years to come because of my opportunity to attend CLS as a result of the diverse information shared. I can’t thank the SMPS HQ team and volunteers enough for providing this experience and hope all incoming presidents can have the same experience as I did!” –Duncan Robertson, SMPS Idaho president-elect, Business Development & Marketing Manager, Tamarack Grove
“I left Chapter Leadership Symposium (CLS) energized and confident that the SMPS Board of Directors, SMPS Headquarters Staff, past presidents, and other volunteers are committed to and rooting for my Chapter’s success. I met other presidents-elect and heard from several experts that I can now call on for support and guidance. I am excited to begin my board year and only wish I could attend CLS every year!” — Erika Booker, SMPS Central Florida president-elect, Marketing and Communications Director, Barge Design Solutions, Inc.
Questions? Contact Natalie Gozzard, M.Ed., SMPS HQ Vice President, Component Relations at natalie@smps.org
Stay tuned for more information about CLS 2023
SMPS Thanks Our Chapter Leader Program Sponsors

The Winning Edge Workshop Series: Part 1
2023-07-11 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA

Learning Lab: OpenAsset's Best Practices for Using InDesign in Document Creation
2023-07-12 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA

The Winning Edge Workshop Series: Part 2
2023-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA

The Winning Edge Workshop Series: Part 3
2023-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA

Webinar: Sharpen Your Speaking Skills and Ease Your Anxiety
2023-07-19 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA

Amplify A|E|C
2023-08-09 - 2023-08-11 | JW Marriott Austin, 110 E 2nd Street, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Conferences continue to evolve and SMPS is leading the way. The planning committee is committed to ensuring a wide range of presenters and content and inclusive opportunities to learn and network.
The 2023 program will include innovative learning formats, exclusive access to thought leaders, exclusive social and peer recognition events for Fellows, CPSMs, and Chapter Leaders to connect and network with their colleagues.

SMPS Annual Membership Meeting
2023-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

DEI+ A/E/C: Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace
2023-10-10 15:00 - 16:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

Construction Inclusion Week 2023
2023-10-16 - 2023-10-20 | VA

Member Learning Lab: Leveraging Your Experience and Relationships to Win More Work
2023-10-24 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | VA
Conquer your marketing and business development challenges with the help of modern technology. In this session, you will discover how to improve the two elements critical for success: leveraging your firm’s experience and harnessing the power of relationships.
Your experience database is the heart of your marketing efforts, discover how to maintain and use your data more effectively. And as Enterprise Relationship Management (ERM) is transforming the A/E/C industries, you will gain insight into how to utilize this tech to allow business development to focus on what they do best.
This webinar will help you maximize your potential for long-term sustainable growth.

AEC.AI
2023-10-25 09:00 - 2023-10-26 17:00 UTC | The District Architecture Center (DAC), 421 7 th St., NW , Washington, DC, 20004 , United States

Master This: People Leadership
2023-10-31 13:00 - 2023-11-06 14:30 UTC | VA
A/E/C firms of all sizes are struggling to attract and keep great talent, employees are experiencing burnout at unprecedented levels, and HR teams simply can’t keep up. While a single solution won’t solve all these pain points, there is a solution that addresses them in an ongoing, sustainable manner: Effective people leadership.
Great people leadership isn’t something that most people are born with, it’s developed. In this series, we’ll take a strategic look at people leadership, why it’s so challenging and how to use science to develop people leadership skills to change how we lead.

The Pinnacle Experience
2023-11-07 - 2023-11-09 | VA
The Pinnacle Experience is for professionals with significant experience (10-15+ years), who serve as the “first chair” for leading their firm’s marketing and business development strategies. This may include CEOs, CMOs, directors, principals, and vice presidents.
Attendance is limited to approximately 100 qualified professionals to guarantee an impactful learning and networking experience.
The Pinnacle Experience Advisory Committee
Facilitator:
Stacy Stout, FSMPS, CPSM
Advisors:
Craig Galati, FAIA, FSMPSKayla McCause, CPSMDamion Morris, CPSMCricket Robertson, FSMPS, CPSMJennifer Van Vleet, CPSM
Attendee Experiences

“The Pinnacle Experience challenged me to stretch my mind in new ways.”
-David Werking, FSMPS, CPSMBusiness Development Manager, ERMCO, Inc.

“The Pinnacle Experience gave me the tools and data to expand my thinking with tangible takeaways.”
-Sarah HoffOwner / Principal Consultant, Hoffhaus Creative

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be submitted in writing and sent to SMPS, The Pinnacle Experience Attn: Antonio Payne, 625 North Washington Street, Suite 302, Alexandria, VA 22314, or antonio@smps.org. The registration fee will be fully refunded if the written cancellation is received two weeks prior to the event. No refunds will be refunded with less than two weeks’ notice. A substitute may attend for no extra charge provided SMPS is notified of the substitution or transfer prior to the start of the event. Please see our complete registration and cancellation policy.
SMPS Thanks our 2022 Pinnacle Experience Sponsors

How To Accelerate Your Content Development Process With AI Tools
2023-11-16 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | VA
Developing content has been a task many marketers believe in, but don’t often have time for in their workday. From brainstorming and writing to editing and sharing, content development can seem daunting while proposals are flying out the door. Luckily, there’s a way to accelerate each stage of your content process using AI tools. In this session, we’ll discuss how and where we can save time (and brain power) to effectively create client-focused content that produces results and generates leads.

A/E/C Growth Professionals Day
2024-01-08 | VA

January Learning Lab: Secrets of Great Internal Marketers
2024-01-17 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

January Webinar: Build Your 2024 Social Media Strategy
2024-01-25 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

Southern Regional Conference (SRC)
2024-01-31 - 2024-02-02 | Hilton Austin, 500 East 4th Street, Austin, TX, 78701, United States

February Webinar: Everyday Business Development: Tactics for All Skill Levels
2024-02-29 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

March Webinar: Rebranding Bootcamp: 5 Secrets for Getting Your Firm Ready to Rebrand
2024-03-07 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States
How do you know if the timing is right to rebrand in 2024, and what can your firm do to be as prepared as possible? What are the 5 secrets to successful AEC firm rebrands, and why do so many firms stall out somewhere along the way? Author, keynote speaker, and branding consultant Josh Miles knows a thing or two about rebranding in the AEC industries. In this action-packed webinar, Josh will share the secrets to getting your firm ready to rebrand, and help you know exactly when you’re ready to go.

Pacific Regional Conference (PRC)
2024-03-13 - 2024-03-15 | Portland, OR, Portland, OR
The mission of the SMPS regional conferences is to advocate for, educate, and connect leaders in the building industry by providing an elevated professional experience in an intimate environment and, organized to support geographical networks and culture.
2022–23 SMPS Regional Conferences
SRC
Southern Regional Conference
This conference was SOLD OUT! Thank you to all who attended, and participated in this regional conference.
New Orleans, LA
Royal Sonesta New Orleans

2024 TBD

PRC
Pacific Regional Conference
This conference was SOLD OUT! Thank you to all who attended, and participated in this regional conference.
San Diego, CA
Manchester Grand Hyatt

2024 TBD

SERC
Southeastern Regional Conference
March 20-22, 2023
This conference is SOLD OUT!
Wilmington, NC
Embassy Suites & Aloft

2024 TBD

SWRC
Southwest Regional Conference
April 12–14, 2023
Santa Fe, NM
La Fonda on the Plaza

2025 TBD

NERC
Northeast Regional Conference
May 3-5, 2023
Philadelphia, PA
Loews Philadelphia

Learn More

HRC
Heartland Regional Conference
April 24-26, 2024
Indianapolis, IN
Westin Hotel

Learn more

Women + A/E/C
2024-03-19 14:00 - 2024-03-21 15:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

Southeastern Regional Conference (SERC)
2024-03-25 - 2024-03-27 | VA
Hyatt Regency Greenville, 220 North Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601

Master This: Leading Culture
2024-04-02 13:00 - 2024-04-08 14:00 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States

April Webinar: Integrating AI Into Business Development
2024-04-09 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Virtual, VA, United States
For many A/E/C professionals, business development isn’t the number-one priority. Project deliverables and deadlines, as well as the need to build business, never go away. Wouldn’t it be great to have additional resources to help provide insight, improve efficiency, and manage lead generation?
Join us for our April webinar, where our presenter will equip business developers with the knowledge and tools needed to be more efficient. During this online session, discover how to effectively integrate AI into your BD strategy. The skillsets and resources will help you:

Stay competitive
Enhance your efficiency and productivity
Capitalize on the right business opportunities

Chapter Leadership Symposium
2024-04-17 - 2024-04-19 | Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, DC, 20009, United States
