Past Meetings
The Architecture of Influence: Mastering the Art of Presence-Driven Branding
Glenmede Headquarters
1650 Market Street, One Liberty Building, 39th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
In high-stakes industries, your reputation often enters the room before you do. SMPS, ISPE DVC, and 7x24 Exchange are joining forces for an Executive Intensive designed for senior professionals ready to scale their personal impact.
MEMBERS ONLY - Tech Tuesday: Don't Be The Best Kept Secret
Zoom Meeting
Stop being the best kept secret. Learn simple, practical ways to strengthen your LinkedIn presence, make a stronger first impression, and show up more intentionally so you are seen, remembered, and connected.
Proposal Roundtable
Pennoni
1900 Market Street, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Join us for candid reviews of real proposals and discussions on strategy, workflows, positioning, graphics, and compliance. You will gain practical insights, fresh perspectives, and best practices to strengthen your role throughout the pursuit process.
Bullseye Bash: Summer Networking Event
Flight Club Philadelphia: Social Dart Club
1417 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Venue website
Take your best shot at SMPS Philadelphia’s Bullseye Bash on Thursday, June 11 at Flight Club!
MEMBERS ONLY - Tech Tuesday: From Jobsite to Spotlight: Elevating A/E/C Photos with Lightroom
Zoom Meeting
Strong visuals are essential to A/E/C marketing, but managing them can be a challenge. In this practical session, learn how Adobe Lightroom can help you organize, edit, and get more value from your firm’s photography.
A Layout League of Our Own: From AEC InDesign Rookies to Heavy Hitters
Urban Engineers
530 Walnut Street, 7th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Join Julie Shaffer, FSMPS, CPSM for a hands-on InDesign training made for AEC marketers. Discover practical proposal workflows and layout tips to work faster and keep your documents consistent.
MEMBERS ONLY - Tech Tuesday: AI Beyond Prompting: Unlocking Vibe Coding for Marketers
Zoom Meeting
Getting better AI results takes more than better prompts. This Tech Tuesday introduces vibe coding in plain language and shows how non-technical marketers can guide AI more intentionally to create more useful, repeatable, and visually polished outputs.
DEI Membership Grant Applications Due
The SMPS Philadelphia Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Membership Grant provides an outstanding individual the opportunity to engage deeply with SMPS Philadelphia as a member. We are now accepting applications for the grant until May 8!
PROGRESS TOUR - William H. Gray III 30th Street Station Tour
William H. Gray III 30th Street Station
2955 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Go behind the scenes of one of Philadelphia’s most iconic landmarks. Join SMPS Philadelphia, Gilbane Building Company, and Arora Engineers for a tour of the $550M William H. Gray III 30th Street Station Redevelopment.
Espresso Exchange
Multiple Locations Throughout Region
Join us at one of our locations throughout the SMPS Philadelphia region to meet with other members and have informal discussions about topics relevant to you and your job.
SMPS Philadelphia Golf Clinic
Bala Golf Club
2200 Belmont Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19131
Venue website
Tee up for an afternoon on the course at Bala Golf Club! Whether you’re new to the game or looking to sharpen your swing, it’s the perfect chance to learn, play, and connect with others.
MEMBERS ONLY - Tech Tuesday: Let the Bots Do the Boring Stuff: Agents for AEC Marketers
Zoom Meeting
Don’t just “use AI”, use it on purpose. This Tech Tuesday breaks down AI Agents (GPTs) in plain language and shows quick examples of how trained assistants, that understand your firm’s workflows, can help you reclaim time for higher-value marketing work!
New Member Orientation
Zoom Meeting
SMPS Philadelphia welcomes all new, existing, and soon to be Members to join us for this virtual Orientation on being a Member!
Strategic Plan: Year 1 Progress Update
McCormick Taylor
1818 Market Street, 16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Join the SMPS Philadelphia membership as we review our goals, progress on those goals, and discuss initiatives that need more support.
Prudent Positioning: Shifting from Reactive to Proactive
COFCO Experience Center
1601 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Venue website
Successful firms don’t just respond to opportunities; they position themselves to win them. Join SMPS Philadelphia and AIA Philadelphia for a panel discussion on proactive prepositioning.
MEMBERS ONLY – Tech Tuesday: Airtable for AEC Marketers: Build Customized Trackers, Forms, and Workflows
Zoom Meeting
Join Toni Anderson for a practical Airtable walkthrough: how to access it, navigate it, and start building simple, yet powerful, bases that will save you time and keep your critical information in one, smart place.
Rising Up in 2026: Reframing DEI for A/E/C’s Workforce and Culture
Virtual Event
In this virtual program presented by SMPS San Francisco, Stacee Barkley, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader at DPR Construction, will share insights from her extensive career shaping DEI strategy across multiple sectors. She will discuss what s
Event Cancelled: Espresso Exchange
Multiple Locations Throughout the Region
Due to the snowy weather, Espresso Exchange has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for this spring.
Proposal Writing: Mastering the Art of Training Your Technical Staff
Burns Engineering
Two Commerce Square, 2001 Market Street, #600
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Marketers have plenty of opportunities to learn how to write better proposals and nail the interview. But what about our technical staff? How do we effectively educate them to bring their best to the procurement process?
2026 Marketing Communications Awards
FOXBARN at Twenty9
16 Great Valley Parkway
Malvern, PA 19355
Venue website
Whether you’re there to cheer on your firm’s work, connect with colleagues, or simply enjoy a memorable night out, the MCAs promises recognition, inspiration, and community. Join us as we shine a spotlight on the best in AEC marketing and communications!
MEMBERS ONLY Tech Tuesday: Adobe InDesign Share for Review
Zoom Meeting
Adobe InDesign’s Share for Review lets your team comment on one live document, with feedback syncing instantly into your file. No conflicts, no chaos, just fast, clean, real-time collaboration.
POSTPONED - Strategic Plan: Year 1 Progress Update
McCormick Taylor
1818 Market Street, 16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
This SMPS Philadelphia Meeting will review our goals, progress on those goals, and discuss initiatives that need more support.
Connect, Meet, Follow-up - The Critical Steps in the Client Acquisition Process
Pennoni
1900 Market Street, Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19103
As a follow-up to our October event, Bill Long shares his proven Connect-Meet-Follow-Up process for strengthening credibility at every stage of client engagement.
MEMBERS ONLY Tech Tuesday: Joist AI For AEC Marketers: Practical Applications & Real Results
Zoom Meeting
From AI buzz to bid-winning tool: see how AEC marketer Joey Sminchak uses Joist AI to speed solicitation review, sharpen proposals, and level up everyday communications, so your marketing team can do more.
Exclusive CPSM Learning Series 2.0 hosted by SMPS HQ
Webinar
Calling all CPSMs!! SMPS HQ is hosting a three-part series covering Proposal Trends, Marketing Plans, and Strategies all for only $49!
Submissions Due for Free SMPS NERC Registration
Apply Below!
SMPS Philadelphia is offering a Chapter Member the opportunity to attend the SMPS Northeast Regional Conference in Washington, DC from March 30 - April 1, 2026 through a complimentary conference registration.
Submissions Due for the SMPS Philadelphia's Marketing Communications Awards
Submissions for the MCAs are due by 5:00 PM, January 7th! Be recognized for your marketing and communications efforts from this past year at our Annual MCA Ceremony in February.
Refund Policy
Refunds for cancellations made two business days (48 hours) in advance of an event will be provided and are subject to a $5.00 processing fee. Contact Treasurer via email with requests.
