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“Mommy, why are they shouting, ‘Black Lives Matter’?” That question, from my 7-year-old daughter, was one that I have never had to answer before. It was sparked by the protests that followed the tragic death Read More

Professional relationships vary greatly in different organizations and levels of management. Some workplaces encourage making friends with coworkers and clients while others discourage it. However, building relationships in the workplace can help you create a Read More

  During this year’s Build Business conference, attendees will enjoy a fun and inspiring keynote presentation from Kim Coles. She’s best known for her role as a cast member on In Living Color and the Read More

During this year’s virtual Build Business: Pivot & Focus, October 5–9, attendees will enjoy a rock-star keynote presentation when Mark Schulman takes the stage. Schulman is a celebrity drummer for P!NK and author of Conquering Read More

  The summer is (almost) officially over and, for some of us, it seems like a blur. Where’d the time go and what did we do? Spending time with family and friends (even through Zoom) Read More

As marketers and business developers, one of the greatest challenges we face is measuring success. When it comes to client relationships and the strategies it takes to win new work, an effective measurement tool is Read More

  The global pandemic has taught us all a lot about who we are, what we truly care about, and how deep the well of our humanity and strength is. What we take away from Read More

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Antonio Payne, CPA Chief Financial Officer 703.549.6117 x222 antonio@smps.org The SMPS Foundation Announces the 2020–2021 Board of Trustees The SMPS Foundation promotes A/E/C research and education that advances professional services Read More

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tina Myers Deputy Chief Executive Officer 703.549.6117 x224 tina@smps.org SMPS Announces the 2020–2021 Board of Directors _________________________________________________________________________________ Alexandria, VA (August 31, 2020) – The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Read More

“Look forward, not behind. Your best days are still out in front of you. Be focused and keep your dreams alive.” —Adedayo Olabamiji Last August, when I accepted the gavel from SMPS Past President Chris Read More