SMPS Columbus

Join us for the next SMPS Columbus Membership Happy Hour on April 10, 2025, at Star Lanes Polaris! ?? Enjoy two hours of bowling, delicious food, and drinks while connecting with fellow members. Registration includes bowling, shoe rental, food, and select beverages. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network and unwind! Don’t miss out — register now: https://lnkd.in/gZYuBADj

SMPS Columbus Scholarships Are Live! We offer scholarships to high school seniors, higher education students and Columbus SMPS members. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/eGhRriu ?? Deadline to apply: Friday, March 14, 2025

?? LAST CALL! SMPS Columbus Seller-Doer Workshop – Register by Friday, March 7 @ 6PM! ?? Join us for our exclusive two-part Business Development Workshop with Russ Sanford, FSMPS, CPSM, a dedicated AEC professional committed to helping technical experts master the art of winning work! As former strategist and mentor at Kleinschmidt, Russ helped double the company's size in 5 years through his seller-doer approach. With 30+ years in marketing and BD across engineering, construction, and architecture firms, he brings unmatched expertise. Learn how to: - Develop proactive marketing & BD action plans - Successfully connect with reluctant clients - Create impactful client meetings that get results Bring your team and enjoy a fast-paced session packed with real-life examples from Russ's 12+ years in Ohio business development! ??? Tuesday, March 11 | 11:30AM-1:40PM ? REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW at 6:00PM! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gauUhFz3 #SMPSColumbus #BusinessDevelopment #AEC

?? UPCOMING WORKSHOPS YOU CAN'T MISS! ?? March 11 | Doer-Seller Business Development Workshop with Russ Learn to create a culture of growth, master client interactions, and develop effective BD strategies for A/E/C firms. ?? April 15 | AI & Digital Dialogue Workshop Master AI prompting, rethink workflows, and leverage AI beyond writing for better strategic outcomes. Register now - limited spots! https://lnkd.in/enMUU2K #ProfessionalDevelopment #SMPS

?? Reminder! We're still looking for panelists for our upcoming April AI Education Program! ?? Application deadline: March 31

This week, SMPS Columbus gathered with a panel of top public sector decision-makers to discuss what really works (and what doesn't) in winning proposals. Panelists from OFCC, City of Marysville, Bricker Graydon, City of Columbus, and COTA shared insider evaluation criteria and helped attendees identify common proposal pitfalls. Thank you to all who attended this impactful session. SMPS Columbus is grateful to DHDC Engineering Consulting Services for sponsoring this valuable industry event! #SMPSColumbus #ProposalSuccess

Join the Membership Committee! Looking for a fun and engaging way to get more involved with SMPS Columbus? Our Membership Committee is looking for volunteers! This committee plays a key role in planning exciting networking events and leading initiatives that support member recruitment and retention, with a commitment of just one 1-hour meeting per month. If you're interested, email [email protected] for more details!

Happy Presidents Day from SMPS Columbus!

Happy Valentine’s Day from SMPS Columbus! We love our members and appreciate the passion, expertise, and dedication you bring to our organization. Your contributions make SMPS Columbus an incredible community, and we are grateful for each of you! #SMPSColumbus #ValentinesDay

Sign up today!?The deadline to volunteer as a chair or co-chair is Friday, February 14. The Heartland Regional Conference will be held in Greater Cincinnati in Spring 2026, and we are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our organizing committee as chairs or co-chairs. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape an impactful event, collaborate with a dedicated team, and contribute to the success of our regional conference. Sign up via the QR code or the link in the comments. #SMPS