SMPS Philadelphia

Just like our city and region, SMPS Philadelphia is a diverse, rapidly-growing chapter. Since our inception in 1982, we have grown to become one of the top 20 chapters in the country, with more than 150 members representing more than 120 firms in or providing services to the A/E/C industry. SMPS Philadelphia’s membership includes marketing and business development professionals working to develop and secure lucrative business relationships. Through networking and shared market intelligence, SMPS members gain a competitive advantage in positioning their firms successfully in the marketplace. We strive to be the leading resource for those working in the built environment with an emphasis on creating strong, personal relationships.

photo featuring SMPS Philadelphia Members at an event

About the Organization

BUSINESS TRANSFORMED THROUGH
MARKETING LEADERSHIP.

The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is a community of marketing and business development professionals working to secure profitable business relationships for their A/E/C companies. Through networking, business intelligence, and research, SMPS members gain a competitive advantage in positioning their firms successfully in the marketplace. SMPS offers members professional development, leadership opportunities, and marketing resources to advance their careers.

Today, SMPS represents a dynamic network of 6,500+ marketing and business development professionals from architectural, engineering, planning, interior design, construction, and specialty consulting firms located throughout the United States and Canada. The Society and its chapters benefit from the support of 3,700 design and building firms, encompassing 80% of the Engineering News–Record Top 500 Design Firms and Top 400 Contractors.

SMPS is the only organization dedicated to creating business opportunities in the A/E/C industry. Companies tap into a powerful national and regional network to form teams, secure business referrals and intelligence, and benchmark performance. SMPS was created in 1973 by a small group of professional services firm leaders who recognized the need to sharpen skills, pool resources, and work together to build their businesses.

SMPS’s mission is to advocate for, educate, and connect leaders in the building industry. SMPS’s vision is to be the vehicle that validates the practice of marketing and business development as essential to the success of all professional services firms. The core purpose of the society is to enrich knowledge and advance practices that build business for professional services firms. The core values that guide the behavior of SMPS are Innovation, Integrity, Life-long learning, Relationships, and Service.

Committees

Involvement with a committee is the best way to get the most out of your SMPS membership while becoming acquainted with other members. Committee participation is the perfect opportunity to promote your firm, gain leadership skills, and advance in your career. In addition, it’s fun and rewarding!

+ Programs

Programs

The program committee is responsible for organizing professional development programs and industry-specific client panels. Responsibilities include topic and content generation, program management and logistics. Arranging the logistics for our chapter programs is a vital role. Work with Program Champions as a liaison to the Communications Director to market the event and ensure optimal attendance. Help coordinate venues for our events and work with presenters to ensure they have what they need for a successful event. Director: Sadie Maney

+ Sponsorship

Sponsorship

Committee members solicit sponsorship for monthly programs and special events and seek out sponsorship opportunities for our chapter to reach out to other industry organizations that have members who might be interested in SMPS events. Responsibilities include conveying the benefits of annual and program sponsorship opportunities to current and potential sponsors from all facets of the A/E/C industry. Director: Danielle Donnelly

+ Membership

Membership

Membership recruitment and retention is a primary focus of SMPS at a national and chapter level. Philadelphia Chapter committee members are tasked with planning membership drives, special events, welcoming new members, and assisting the chairperson with registration. Director: Corinne Knier

+ Communications

Communications

This committee is charged with maintaining the website, keeping event and job posts up-to-date and perform other edits as needed. Its members assist with collateral, web, and social media graphics, including event presentations and handouts. They also collaborate with the PR Committee on social and blog posts. Director: Nicole Smith

+ Certification

Certification

The Certified Professional Services Marketer program is a national initiative that is promoted at the chapter level. Assist in the effort to get more Philadelphia members certified by developing training courses and conveying the benefits of certification. Director: Patti Gibson May

+ Mentorship

Mentorship

Mentorship is about support, knowledge, and insight from those with shared experiences. The chapter recognizes that mentorship can have a powerful impact on a professional’s career. SMPS Philadelphia’s mentorship program provides members with 1 to 4 years in the industry an opportunity to pair with an experienced, long-term member of the chapter and A/E/C industry. Director: Afton Pascal

+ Public Relations

Public Relations

This committee is the conduit by which the chapter connects with the A/E/C community through social media, newsletter, and website blog. It actively shares news and event announcements with related industry organizations to increase networking and professional development opportunities. PR Committee members keep track of industry events, help cultivate relevant stories for our vibrant newsletter, and work closely with the Communications Committee on social and blog posts and associated graphics. Director: Josh Martin, CPSM

Board of Directors

The SMPS board provides vision and leadership for the Philadelphia Chapter. Board members are SMPS members who have decided to take their membership to the next level. We provide programming, networking, and professional development opportunities, as well as all management functions, to serve our members. Please feel free to contact any of us with questions and ideas, or to become more involved. We hope that you will LOVE engaging in our organization in any capacity and that you will gain the network, tools, and resources to help you love your role in the A/E/C industry.

Justin Brugler

Creative Development Manager
McCormick Taylor
215-592-4200 | Email | LinkedIn

Darcy Veneziale, CPSM

Marketing Manager
The Lighting Practice
215-238-1644 | Email | LinkedIn

Afton Pascal, CPSM

Assistant Director, Marketing
McCormick Taylor
610-357-1536 | Email | LinkedIn | Twitter

Dayna Abbott

Business Development Coordinator
TranSystems
215-907-9680 | Email | LinkedIn

Dorothy Verdon, CPSM

Owner
Bright Bunny Communications
215-901-3346 | Email | LinkedIn

Nicole Smith

Senior Graphic Designer
Pennoni
215-254-7824 | Email | LinkedIn

Josh Martin, CPSM

Recruitment Content Marketing Manager
Aramark
215-755-6900 | Email | LinkedIn

Corinne Knier

Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Level A Underground Solutions, LLC
484-905-2198 | Email | LinkedIn

Danielle Donnelly

Director of Marketing and Operations
Advanced Building Performance
1-888-999-2397 | Email | LinkedIn

Eileen DellaVolle

Vice President
KS Engineers, P.C.
973-902-9043 | Email | LinkedIn

Sadie Maney

Business Development & Marketing Specialist
Acentech
215-245-8244 | Email | LinkedIn

Patti Gibson May

Director of Marketing
CMTS, LLC
610-608-6152 | Email | LinkedIn