SMPS Chicago kicked off the 2022-2023 year by getting together and recapping the previous program year. President Jenna Teitenberg welcomed attendees by celebrating the many accomplishments that occurred in the previous year, offering appreciation to the board, and focusing on the next year’s theme: Amplify.
2021-2022 Program Year Highlights
Before we officially introduced the next program year, Jenna reviewed some 2021-2022 highlights and achievements with the group.
Events
During the 2021-2022 program year, our chapter hosted 15 events. These ranged from special events to professional development workshops.
40th Anniversary
SMPS Chicago celebrated our 40th anniversary in June at LondonHouse. In total, $6,600 was raised for Project SYNCERE (Supporting Youth’s Needs with Core Engineering Research Experiments). The funds will be used to prepare the minds of underrepresented students and create pathways for them to pursue STEM fields.
Membership
Our Chapter is growing! During the 2021-2022 program year, we exceeded our goal and grew to 238 members.
Thank You 2021-2022 Board
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President Jenna Teitenberg, Gilbane Building Company |
Secretary Stefany Adholekar, Atkins |
Membership Director Shreena Shah, Project Management Advisors, Inc. |
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President-Elect Alli Rutledge, Thornton Tomasetti |
Treasurer Dawn Jones, InSite Real Estate, LLC |
Communications Director Megan FitzPatrick, CPSM, H.W. Lochner, Inc. |
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Immediate Past President Clarice Lyons-Davidson, CPSM, Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. |
Programs Director Ramsi Taylor, Virtual Energy Solutions, Inc. |
Special Events Director Noula Frigelis, David Mason & Associates |
2022-2023 Program Year
New Board Members
Jenna took some time to thank all board members from the previous program year. While some are remaining on for the next year, there are some newer faces to welcome aboard. The Programs/Professional Development Committee will be renamed Education going forward.
This Year’s Theme
“Amplify” is the new buzzword of SMPS Headquarters, and it’s for a great reason! This year, we will reengage, reenergize, and reinvigorate ourselves and each other. The Chicago Chapter looks forward to embracing this theme throughout the year through each of our events and offerings.
Getting Involved With a Committee
One of the best ways to get involved with SMPS and learn more about our industry is by volunteering on a chapter committee. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information on joining any of the committees listed below.
- Communications
- Membership
- Treasurer
- Programs
- Sponsorship
- Professional Development
- Special Events
Upcoming Events
Looking ahead to the 2022-2023 program year, there will be plenty of opportunities to get together, learn, or network with your fellow SMPS members. Be sure to view our calendar to stay up-to-date on the next opportunity.
Event Photos
Photos of this year’s event, courtesy of Bob Elmore.
Annual Meeting Feedback Survey
Attendees, your feedback is important to us. Please check your email and take two minutes to complete the survey by August 31.
2022-2023 Planning Survey
Members, in your email inbox are a few brief questions to help us serve you in 2022-2023. If you are subscribed to our email list, you received the survey. Please consider filling out this survey to help us. Thank you in advance for your time. If you provide your name, you will be entered in a drawing for a coffee gift card. Survey closes September 2.
Recap courtesy of Kelsey Skager, Kluber Architects + Engineers
