SMPS Chicago Blog

Fall Updates from SMPS Headquarters

Chapter Volunteer Orientation 9/29

Are you new to a committee or simply looking to get a refresh on your volunteer role? Be sure to attend the Chicago Chapter Volunteer Orientation on September 29. This virtual program will give you an understanding on expectations as a volunteer, share details about various tools and resources, and allow you to ask any questions you may have. Register for this webinar by clicking here.

Amplify 2023 Call for Presentations

Attention all thought leaders! The SMPS Conference Committee is now accepting proposals from those who are interested in presenting at Amplify 2023 in Austin, Texas from August 9-11, 2023. If you’ve always wanted to share your passion within our industry and transfer your knowledge to SMPS Conference attendees, please consider submitting a proposal through the Amplify website. All proposals must be submitted by October 31, 2022.

The Pinnacle Experience

Senior marketing leaders are invited to attend The Pinnacle Experience in Las Vegas from November 16-18th, 2022. This event is specifically geared toward those who have significant experience in the industry and serve as the “first chair” for leading their firm’s marketing initiatives. Attendance is limited, so be sure to sign up here if you are interested in attending.

HQ Salary Survey is Now Open!

SMPS is proud to have been gathering and reporting industry salary insights since 2014. This critical resource is useful for anyone interested in discovering how their compensation stacks up to current industry trends. As such, we invite you to participate in this year’s reporting by logging in to your member portal and filling out this year’s survey.

Those who complete at least 40% of the questions by November 18th will be entered for a chance to win one of six $50 gift cards. Further instructions on how to submit your information were included in the September 19th email from SMPS Headquarters!

SMPS Turns 50 in 2023

Since 1973, SMPS has been transforming A/E/C marketing in a way that was previously completely unheard of. We are thrilled to be celebrating our 50th Anniversary next year, and would love for you to view the trailer to get a sneak peek of how the story of SMPS has unfolded and continues to provide value to A/E/C marketers everywhere.

SMPS Foundation Zinsmeyer Scholarship

In partnership with UNCF, SMPS has established the SMPS Foundation Zinsmeyer Scholarship to provide financial assistance to promising students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). The Scholarship will focus on the selected fields of architecture, construction management, engineering, marketing, mass communication, and public relations, with the goal of increasing awareness and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. For more information about the scholarship, including information on how to apply, please click here. The scholarship application period for this program is open through October 13, 2022.

This Scholarship was made possible by Andy Zinsmeyer, SMPS co-founder and member #1, whose generous donation was specifically gifted to create strategies for increasing diversity and opportunities within SMPS and the marketing profession.

Courtesy of Kelsey Skager, Kluber Architects + Engineers

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