SOCIETY NEWS
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My Final Thoughts on Change
This is my last A/E/C Insider column as president of the Society board, and what a year it has been! For those of us who have the honor to be
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Concern for Those Impacted by Hurricane Beryl
Earlier this week, Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas, causing significant damage and flooding in Houston, as well as other parts of Texas. The storm brought heavy wind and rain,
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SMPS Names New CEO
We are thrilled to share that Marci D. Thompson, DES, has been appointed chief executive officer (CEO) of the Society effective July 1, 2024. Marci succeeds Michael Geary, CAE, who
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Unlocking the Power of Research
Greetings SMPS Community, As we eagerly anticipate the Amplify A|E|C conference in July, I am thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you to join us in Salt Lake City.
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Member Spotlight: Kelly Reinhardt
In our member spotlight, Kelly Reinhardt, CPSM, recently sat down for a virtual chat with SMPS. Kelly has been a member of SMPS since 2009 and director of business development
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Announcing the 2024 MCA Finalists
SMPS is proud to announce the finalists for this year’s Marketing Communication Awards (MCAs). The program provides an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to showcase their best marketing practices and to
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Manage Change Through Courage and Creativity
Change isn’t easy. Sometimes, we initiate it. Other times, change happens to us. It shows up one day, like that new wrinkle on our forehead. But if you want to
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SMPS Advances: April 2024
Our volunteer leaders and staff members met in Washington, D.C. on April 17, 2024, for its regularly scheduled quarterly meeting. At this meeting, a variety of strategic and operational items
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Meet the Future Leadership of SMPS
In accordance with the SMPS bylaws, the Nominations and Elections Committee is pleased to present the slate of officers, directors, and trustees for the forthcoming fiscal year. SMPS Board of
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SMPS Announces 2024 Class of Fellows
Alexandria, VA (May 13, 2024) − The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is pleased to announce the following members who have been named Fellows of the Society in 2024. SMPS Fellows represent