Past SMPS Northeast Ohio Events

As a generation of baby boomers nears retirement, should we expect a building boom within the assisted living industry? Join us as a panel of executives and owners discusses delivery methods, shares their future building plans, and provides perspective on the future of their industry.

Are you interested in taking the CPSM Exam? Come check out the study group. Moderated by a team of CPSMs from the Northeast Chapter, you'll get a chance to share knowledge and prepare to take the exam. The study group is free.

Please join SMPS NEO for our annual holiday party & charity fundraising event at Deagan’s Kitchen & Bar located in Lakewood. All registration payments will go directly to the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cleveland and Habitat for Humanity of Summit County. Let us celebrate the season and come together for a wonderful cause.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

For our December Marketing Domain Speaker Series, Mehmet Turkel will bring us Business Development 101 where he will cover the basics of launching a successful BD program that includes: market research, targeting prospects, networking for lead development, client relationship management, developing a BD culture and storytelling. A follow up second level course will be offered by Mehmet later in the season.

Domain #6: Information, Resource and Organizational Management

Join us October 4th to learn tips and tricks of using Adobe InDesign page layout software. Natalie Ata, Environmental Graphic Design Consultant at Studio Graphique will lead this interactive session.

Plan to attend all of the MDSS programs. We have 7 scheduled this program year. Purchase all 7 before October 3rd and pay only $55.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join SMPS for the first event of our 2011 – 2012 Luncheon Series as we listen to a group of healthcare construction owners discuss their personal experience and organizational approach towards various delivery methods for construction.
- Is design-bid-build the end all, be all?
- Has CM at-Risk become the industry standard for delivering large, complicated projects?
- Will we see a design-build boom! Come and listen to our panelists, participate in the Q&A discussion, and do some networking!

Enjoy a stroll around Cleveland's original neighborhood, and learn about the historic garment and hardware industries, what the District's incredible buildings, such as the Western Reserve Building, Rockefeller Building and Hoyt Block were once used...

Come out to Progressive Field and cheer for the Cleveland Indians. Grab your baseball glove and join fellow SMPS members and non-members at the ball field. Families are welcome!

SMPSNEO's next Hidden Gem Happy Hour is happening Wednesday, July 20th from 5-7:30pm at the Flying Monkey in Tremont.

Join SMPSNEO for a PRIVATE evening touring the Great Lakes Brewing Company. Touted as the Sustainable Champion of the Decade by E4S, GLBC not only brew some of this region’s most award winning and recognizable beers, it is also a leader in sustainability in Northeast Ohio.

Kick off your Memorial Day weekend with SMPS! The beginning of Summer is quickly approaching as is the closing of SMPS NEO’s program year at The Willoughby Brewing Company.

Join SMPS Northeast Ohio when we visit the headquarters of Tremco Incorporated, “a ‘paramount’ case study of how decades-old buildings can be transformed into energy-efficient structures,” as well as a showcase for sustainable building products proprietary to Tremco and other companies owned by its parent, RPM International Inc.

Domain #6: Information, Resource and Organizational Management

Joseph Kidder has developed a unique integrated marketing plan for GPD Group. Join us to learn about his distinguished way of managing the activities of his staff and coordinating GPD’s marketing efforts!

COME ON OUT FOR AN EVENING OF GLADIATOR ARENA FOOTBALL! WATCH AS THE CLEVELAND GLADIATORS TAKE ON THE NEWLY REBRANDED MILWAUKEE MUSTANGS IN AN EAST DIVISION FACE-OFF!

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a contractual delivery method in which the owner, designer and contractor forma three-party agreement that encourages and incentivizes collaboration on a project. How does it work? Is it all it's cracked up to be?

Join us for this panel discussion made up of architects, contractors and engineers to learn more about this innovative delivery method and how it's really working on local projects.

Domain #5: Promotional Activity

Inbound Marketing and Social Media - Tips, Tools and Tactics for Getting Found Online!

We are living a revolution in the way people find the companies with which they choose to do business. Traditional marketing tactics are quickly becoming obsolete. With modern technology, people are getting better and better at ignoring (or completely blocking) our marketing attempts. As marketers, we must learn and adopt new tactics for reaching new clients (and quickly) before we, too, become obsolete!

Stop by on your way home from the office and join fellow SMPS members at The Blonde in Independence, “a classy little joint serving Martinis, Wine, Cocktails!”

The SMPS Northeast Ohio’s 8th Annual Rock-N-Bowl challenge is on!

Domain #4: SOQ's/Proposals

SOQ’s and proposals are crucial tools in the marketing and selling process. Whether you are new at writing proposals or an experienced hand, this program will help you walk away with a better understanding of how to stand out from the competition by putting together a winning proposal!

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join us for a panel discussion, co-sponsored by AIA Akron and The Society for Marketing Professional Services Northeast Ohio, about building successful teams from the owner, architect and developer viewpoints!

Domain #4: SOQ's/Proposals

Lane Beougher and Crystal Canan from the State Architect's Office of Ohio tell us what is said about us AFTER the interview! Get inside the minds of the decision makers and learn from losing a project!

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

How to Nurture Meaningful Relationships that Lead to Work.

During this session, we'll work to define our ideal client, understand where potential clients fit into the buying cycle, bring clarity to what constitutes a no go decision for your firm, and look at tactics and strategies for nurturing relationships so we can abandon the uncomfortable job of selling.

Join us after the January 27th SMPS bonus program, or stop by on your way home from the office, and enjoy 87 West 2’s impeccably designed, fashionable environment with fellow SMPS members!

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

In this interactive program – backed by a case study example – participants will learn how to create and manage an innovative leads group that goes beyond simply sharing information on project opportunities and encompasses strategic planning, community involvement and knowledge sharing to help build business!

Certification is a time-tested means of measuring a professional's credentials. The SMPS Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification sets the standard for all marketing professionals within the A/E/C industry. The CPSM designation is the model for excellence within the professional services marketing. Attaining the certification demonstrates a professional’s pledge to excellence and can make them a more valuable employee. CPSMs are identified as the experts — professionals who stand out from the rest of the pack.

Come join us for this informative session on the SMPS CPSM program and how the SMPS NEO Study Group can help you attain this certification!

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join CMAA and SMPS as we listen to representatives from CB Richard Ellis, Inc., Forest City Enterprises, Inc., BOMA and Pinnacle Financial Group share the activities and perspectives of their respective organizations and discuss their views on future construction in the Northeast Ohio commercial office market.

Come celebrate the holidays with SMPS. Enjoy complimentary wine and tapas and mingle with friends and meet members of the Northeast Ohio chapter of SMPS.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Do you want to learn about current and upcoming projects in the healthcare sector? Or about what keeps healthcare administrators and facility decision makers up at night?

Domain #2: Marketing Plan

This program will emphasize the implementation of social media as a business tool for recruiting, corporate communications, sales, and marketing.

We’re kicking off our 2010 program season at the Tremont Taphouse during Cleveland Beer Week!. Join fellow SMPS members for an evening of tasty brews, delicious food and an awesome patio!

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

The State of Ohio has nearly 200 institutions of higher education, ranging from community colleges and public universities to private institutions. Colleges and universities have long been a source of design and construction opportunities as they continue to grow and evolve in order to meet the needs of today’s students.

Domain #1: Marketing Research

With the ongoing economic instability impacting the A/E/C industry, many firms are finding they cannot simply stay the course and expect to succeed. Find out how smart firms are seeking ways to keep their firms moving forward, including identifying new markets for their services.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join us for our first luncheon event of the 2010 – 2011 programming year, featuring a panel of construction owners from various market segments, engaging in a discussion about construction delivery methods.

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

The CMAA Ohio Chapter presents The Evolving Library Networking and Presentation featuring Peter Bolek, Principal of HB+M Architects.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Robert N. Brown, Director of the Cleveland City Planning Commission, will present an overview of the Commission’s philosophy concerning sustainability.

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Join us for a presentation and tour of the 22,400 SF Class A office addition at THORSON BAKER & Associates, Inc.

Domain #6: Information, Resource and Organizational Management

As the final presentation in this yearlong series, participants will review the 6 Domains of Practice and, using the highlights from the previous sessions’ presentations, will discuss the steps necessary to be effective as marketers and business development professionals.

The SMPS Northeast Ohio's 7th Annual Rock 'N Bowl challenge is on!

Revitalizing our Region: Innovating our Industry, Envisioning our Future

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Domain #5: Promotional Activity

Join us as our speaker, Rachel Downey, founder and principal of Studio Graphique, presents "Know Thyself: Looking Inward to Establish Positioning and Brand."

Domain #5: Promotional Activity

A panel presentation moderated by Jean Leathers, CPSM, of Practice Clarity, LLC.

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Domain #4: SOQ's/Proposals

Our speaker is Margaret Boswell, CPSM, marketing coordinator at THORSON BAKER & Associates. From the “Go – No Go” decision to the post-submittal debrief, Boswell will share her experience with SOQs, proposals, SF330s and F110-330s.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join us as our guest speaker Christopher Ronayne, president of University Circle Incorporated, brings us up-to-date on what's happening in University Circle!

Whether you are a marketer, business developer, or the employer of one, learning the skills necessary for CPSM certification will help you take your organization to the next level!

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Regular Board Meetings are open to the general membership and are held the second Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Attend our board meetings and present your comments and / or suggestions during "open session."

Join SMPS and the other participating associations for an evening of networking, holiday spirits, good fun and fellowship!

Domain #2: Marketing Plan

Ken Herr, vice president of Corporate Development for Shook Construction, will speak about the strategic planning process.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join us at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s Environmental Maintenance Services Center as Director of Engineering and Construction Kellie Rotunno speaks to us about the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that the District is currently overseeing.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Join us for an informative roundtable discussion that will give to you an overview of the sales and marketing process, emphasizing the items that should be apart of every “Marketing Tool Box.”

Domain #6: Information, Resource and Organizational Management

What do they know that your organization should put into practice? Join us for a Joint Luncheon Event between SMPS and the Legal Marketing Association as we listen to a panel of industry leaders tell us about strategies that their organization has implemented to be successful and how we can adapt similar practices within our own organizations.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Client/Business Development consists of building new client and repeat-client business opportunities for your firm through various activities. In this interactive discussion/workshop, we will cover the basics and intricacies of networking, relationship building and fundamental differentiators.

Domain #3: Client and Business Development

Enjoy a relaxing with your collragues, fine seasonal wines and light appetizers at an event designed to broaden SMPSNEO membership and increase our networking power.

SMPS members, bring a guest to introduce to the premier professional organization for area marketers in the architectural, engineering and construction industry.

Let us show how membership in SMPS can work for their company!

Representatives from the State of Ohio Department of Administrative Services Office and the Equal Opportunity Division will discuss the EDGE Program in panel format. The Private Sector Diversity Panel will explore the processes our region's prominent companies and organizations use in the development of their diversity programs for design and construction projects.

Secrets, Tricks and Hidden Treasures - The 4 Keys to Growing your Business in a Down Economy

For your business to grow, something has to happen between you and your clients on a human level. For your people to do their best work, they must feel respected and empowered on a personal level. Clients and employees alike must feel that they can trust and communicate with you, that you will listen and respond to their needs.

Online PR & Blogging for Business - Learn how to creatively and cost-effectively deliver your PR and marketing messages online

Join SMPS and the other participating associations for an evening of networking, holiday spirits, good fun and fellowship

Craig Weise, State Architect with the State Architects Office will share with us the new submittal requirements and expectations of professional design firms with regard to the State of Ohio’s new version of the Federal SF330 form (SAO Form #F110-330).

What to Do When Mike Wallace Knocks on the Door. This fast-paced talk by Cleveland crisis comm & media specialist Bruce Hennes will give you the tools you, your firm or your client need to defend yourselves against a press onslaught.

Join SMPSNEO for an inspiring presentation on the physical development in Cleveland by Deb Janik, from the Greater Cleveland Partnership.

Join SMPS Northeast Ohio as four prominent Cleveland development firms take center stage to discuss their upcoming projects in a panel discussion followed by Q&A. You won’t want to miss this power-packed panel, moderated by Stan Bullard of Crain’s Cleveland Business.

Save the Date ... It's Time to Rock 'N Bowl! The 5th annual Rock 'N Bowl challenge is on for Friday, February 29, 2008.

Our annual LEED/Green Building program - The Cleveland Foodbank

Join SMPS as we welcome Margaret Hewitt, vice president of construction for University Hospitals of Cleveland.

The National Association of Women in Construction Cleveland Chapter #156 invites you to attend its Fourth Annual Joint Associations Holiday Social on December 6, 2007 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Independence.

Our speaker, Scott Michael Zimmerman is the President of the Cyrano Group, Managing Partner of Platinum Rule Group, and also serves as a consultant, coach, trainer, inventor, speaker, and author.

Al Borowski, a communication skills speaker, trainer and author, and president of Connect All the Dots, will discuss writing winning proposals - proposals that include that very important component - SELLING - that is so often neglected in proposal writing!

Join the SMPS Northeast Ohio Chapter as we kick off the Fall season with two, simultaneous half-day workshops designed to give marketers of all levels new skills and tools to make you and your company more successful in the coming year!

What’s the difference between a presentation that sells and one that falls flat? Susan Fee will teach us how delivery style affects believability and specific tips for creating presentations that sell!

This interactive session will challenge you to look at sales as a Team Sport and discuss best practices to maximize your sales and business development efforts.

Throughout her extensive career, J Rossi, chief marketing officer of Burt Hill, has produced many award-winning communications. She will tell you how you, too, can win and capitalize on awards to promote your A/E/C firm.

Our annual LEED/Green Building program - Join SMPS for a profile and tour of Idea Center, designed and developed as one of the first local projects in Ohio to achieve LEED-C1 (Commercial Interiors) Silver certification. A panel discussion of key players will be followed by a tour of the facility.

The SMPS Northeast Ohio’s 4th Annual Rock ‘n Bowl challenge is on! Join us on February 9th at Cloverleaf Lanes in Independence as Architects, Engineers, Contractors, and Suppliers battle it out to see who is King or Queen of the lanes!