SOCIETY NEWS

Celebrating Achievements and Contributions
Anita L. Smith, who’s manager of advancement and recognition at SMPS, recently chatted with her HQ colleagues about several SMPS programs. During the conversation, Anita shared her thoughts (and enthusiasm!)

Culture Is Our Competitive Advantage
As I begin my term as president of SMPS, I’ve spent time reflecting on what truly makes this organization special. Not the programs alone. Not the conferences or certifications.

AI Can’t Write Your Story
AI Can’t Write Your Story—But It Can Give You Time to Tell It Article written by Janelle Poisel, director of content at OpenAsset. Proposal writing has always been the heartbeat

Embrace Change To Drive Growth and Innovation
I’m not sure who said the phrase first, but it’s worth repeating: The only constant is change. Change shows up everywhere, often without our approval or permission. Sometimes a new

Congrats to the New SMPS CPSMs
Congratulations to the following professionals who recently became SMPS Certified Professional Services Marketers (CPSMs). They join a group of close to 1300 professionals who’ve made a commitment to professional excellence,

Cut Through the Noise: Turn Action Into Impact
It’s an exciting time. We have easy access to relevant content that’s atomically delivered to us wherever and whenever. Tips, tricks, and video snippets cater to solving our latest pain

SMPS Member Spotlight: Dorothy Verdon
In our member spotlight, Dorothy Verdon, CPSM, recently sat down for a virtual chat with SMPS. Dorothy, who’s owner of Bright Bunny Communications, has been in the A/E/C industry since

Multitasking: Helpful or a Hindrance?
Today, business is moving faster than ever, tempting us to juggle numerous projects at once to keep up. We often think of multitasking as a skill, a badge of honor,

How Infrastructure Engineering Inc. Fosters Professional Excellence
At SMPS, we’re proud to see firms embracing a culture of professional development and excellence that advances careers and organizational success. Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) exemplifies this commitment. By supporting

SMPS Now and Next: August 2025
From August 27-29, 2025, the Society’s volunteer leaders and staff members met at SMPS HQ in Alexandria, VA, for a board of directors meeting. Here are a few highlights: What’s




