SMPS Boston

This month our Member Spotlight shines on Kate Thompson, Senior Marketing Specialist at VHB! ?? Kate wanted to work in the AEC industry because she’s passionate about the way our built environment can profoundly influence our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health, as well as the condition of our environment. She appreciates the opportunities marketing in this industry allows for her to weave her creative thinking skills with her organized approach to projects and desire to work with her motivated peers in the same space. Read more about Kate on the blog: https://lnkd.in/eze8ag_p.

Early bird pricing?for the 2025 SMPS Boston Holiday Party?ends in just one month, so don’t wait—secure your spot now for a night of fun and connection with your AEC marketing and business development peers:?https://lnkd.in/dxj3Z_Sk.

Three reasons not to miss SMPS Boston's 2025 Holiday Party: - We’re bringing back the crowd-favorite Plinko game with exciting prizes, - The open bar will be offering signature drinks that you can sip alongside delicious appetizers, - ...and we're unveiling the 2025 Awards Gala theme! For more information and to register, visit:?https://lnkd.in/dxj3Z_Sk.

Are you a new SMPS Boston member or are you interested in joining? If so, join us for our New & Prospective Member Trivia on Thursday, November 21 from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Finegold Alexander Architects in Boston! This team-based trivia event is free for all new and prospective members and offers snacks and beverages while networking with your AEC colleagues. This event follows the New Member Orientation at FGA from 5:30-6:30pm. For more information and to register, visit?https://lnkd.in/eFBXMJqx.

Last chance to register for tomorrow's SMPS Boston Strategic Planning session! We'll dive into emerging AEC industry trends and their impact on our roles and firms. Join in for insightful breakout sessions, share your professional experiences, and discover how SMPS can support your career growth with training and tools. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage, connect with peers, and contribute to SMPS Boston's strategic plan. Don't miss out! The event is virtual and free to attend. For more details and to join, click here:?https://lnkd.in/e2cgSjsz. #AECIndustry #ProfessionalDevelopment #SMPSBoston #CareerGrowth

Early bird registration for the 2025 SMPS Boston Holiday Party is open! Join us for the opportunity to connect with your AEC marketing and business development peers while celebrating the new year. We are also teaming up with a local organization to collect gently used or new winter coats for students in preK-12th grade at the party. Stay tuned for additional information and coat donation drop-off locations. Register here:?https://lnkd.in/dxj3Z_Sk.

Scholarships are available with SMPS Boston! Each scholarship was created with your professional development in the A/E/C industry in mind. They include: ?? CPSM Certification Scholarship ?? Fellow Application Scholarship ?? SMPS Northeast Regional Conference Scholarship ?? SMPS National Annual Conference Scholarship ?? SMPS Marketing Boot Camp Scholarship ?? Pinnacle Experience Scholarship Read more about each opportunity and apply on the website:?https://lnkd.in/eF6kcqkw.

Looking to discuss emerging trends in the AEC industry and how they're impacting our roles and firms? Join us virtually on Wednesday, November 6th from 12 PM - 1 PM for our Boston Strategic Plan event. There will be opportunities to discuss with AEC peers on what to expect from SMPS in years to come and how SMPS can provide training and tools for your professional experience. To learn more and to register, visit:?https://lnkd.in/e2cgSjsz.

Are you a new SMPS Boston member or considering joining the chapter? We’re holding a New & Prospective Member Orientation event on Thursday, November 21 from 5:30pm-6:30pm at Finegold Alexander Architects in Boston! Join us to learn what SMPS Boston’s purpose is, what we offer, and how to capitalize on your membership. You will also learn: ?? What benefits SMPS Boston provides our members ?? Which committees there are and what they do ?? Who you can talk to about joining a committee ?? How you can become more involved in SMPS Boston Snacks and beverages will be provided, and following the orientation, stick around for some trivia with your fellow AEC colleagues! From 6:30pm-7:30pm, you can continue the networking with a fun and friendly competition. The event is free for new and prospective members, so don’t miss the opportunity to register today! For more information and to register for the New & Prospective Member Orientation, visit?https://lnkd.in/ex6Wj5RV, and to register for trivia, visit?https://lnkd.in/eFBXMJqx.

Our upcoming Scenario Planning for Agility event is perfect for those looking to stay ahead. Join us at Tsoi Kobus Design on Thursday, November 14th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM for a chance to go over a variety of potential future scenarios for your firm and learning how to adapt quickly. Learning Outcomes you'll come away with: 1. Confidently lead a strategic scenario planning session with their group or firm, 2. Understand how to best plan the session including selecting the participants, setting and topics, and develop session pre-work, 3. Identify questions to prompt strategic thinking, facilitate discussions to develop scenarios, and develop tangible outcomes, and more. For more information and to register, visit?https://lnkd.in/eStkGgzh.