SOCIETY NEWS
Reflecting on Purpose
On July 1, 2024, I stepped into the role of CEO with gratitude, responsibility, and maybe an extra coffee or two. Every day, and often hourly, I reflect on the
Get To Know Scholarship Recipient Yenique Mason
The SMPS Foundation, in partnership with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), provides financial assistance to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Made possible by generous donations, the SMPS
SMPS Now and Next: June 2025
From June 11-13, 2025, the Society’s volunteer leaders and staff members met in Portland, ME, for the board’s annual planning. Here are a few highlights from the meeting: Strategic Planning
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Vanessa Yust
For our member spotlight, Vanessa Yust, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Vanessa is CMO at
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Bridget Kraus
For our member spotlight, Bridget Kraus, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Bridget is vice president
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Jen McGovern
For our member spotlight, Jen McGovern, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Jen is regional capture
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Kim Castillo
For our member spotlight, Kim Castillo, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Julie is director of
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Julie Kost
For our member spotlight, Julie Kost, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Julie is marketing manager
SMPS Fellows Spotlight: Jon Jaeger
For our member spotlight, Jon Jaeger, FSMPS, CPSM, sat down for a virtual chat with us to share what it means to be an SMPS Fellow. Jon is marketing and
Charting a Path to Leadership
You may have seen the Call for Applications for SMPS Board and SMPS Foundation roles. Although why I serve has evolved over the years, SMPS has undeniably succeeded in creating
