SMPS Seattle

07/15/2025

Join us for a tour of the Fishermen’s Terminal Redevelopment Maritime Innovation Center on August 13! 📍

The Maritime Innovation Center is an of the historic Seattle Ship Supply Building at Fishermen’s Terminal that will transform the oldest Port of Seattle property into a state-of-the-art blue technology hub for the maritime industry. Led by Kelly Purnell (Port of Seattle), Andrew Simes (), and Nash Johnson, (), this presentation and project tour will highlight aspirational aspects of the , navigating real world challenges related to permitting, and examples on site such as the preservation and reuse of the heavy timber structure.

Head to the link in our bio to reserve your spot by August 11!

06/17/2025

05/21/2025

Register for our June writing workshop ✏️

A great proposal is tailored to a client’s specific needs and tells the story of why the proposed firm is best suited for the job. Join us on June 26 from 8:00am–12:30pm at the Symetra Building for our next educational event. In this interactive workshop led by Rebecca Hall, participants will explore the art of client focus in proposals and other marketing materials, alongside the basics of writing clear, concise sentences.

Head to the link in our bio to register today!

04/24/2025

Back by popular demand 📣 Building on the principles from our “Nail Your 2025 Marketing Strategy” event, this session, “From Plan to Action: Implementing Your Marketing Strategy”, focuses on implementation—helping your marketing team stay on track and execute creative projects with confidence.

Join Brianna Home, Chloë Cudaback, and Ron Hansen of for this FREE virtual community workshop on April 29, from 12–1 PM. Head to the link in our bio to register. ALL are welcome to join!

04/03/2025

Award season has officially begun, and it’s no different for SMPS Seattle! 🌟

The call for entries and merit nominations for the SMPS Seattle’s Reign Awards program is officially open! It’s time to celebrate you and your firm’s accomplishments by submitting some of your best marketing and communications projects over the past year. Award submittals are open to both member and non-member firms and individuals. Swipe through to learn more about the categories and head to the link in our bio to review the entry packet and submission details.

To receive an early entry discount, submit by April 11. The regular deadline is May 5.

For some tips on preparing your submission, be sure to check out our latest blog, “How to Craft a Winning Entry: Reign Awards Insights from an A/E/C Marketing Newcomer” 🤝

04/03/2025

and Marketers: Tap in to connecting at SMPS Seattle’s next Sip & Social event! 🍻

Join us for this FREE happy hour and networking event on April 17 from 4-6 PM at 7 Seas Brewing! Enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks as you connect with others in the AEC marketing community in a casual setting.

Head to the link in our bio to register and learn more 🤝

03/07/2025

MEET THE MODERATOR⭐ Ted Sive

Ted works with A/E/C companies to create business strategy, strengthen marketing communications, and forge collaborative teams. With more than thirty years working in and with a diverse set of leading firms, Ted is sought for his skills as facilitator, strategist, coach, and trainer. A frequent speaker and industry pundit, Ted leads conferences and programs for ACEC, AGC, AIA, SMPS, ULI and others. He has written extensively on the strategic impacts of alternatively delivery and technology for A/E/C practitioners, and is an author of the AIA Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice. 

Join us on March 11 from 4:30–6:30pm at P2S by registering at https://lnkd.in/gMkvgdZs.

03/06/2025

MEET THE SPEAKER⭐ Bryna Brown, MLIS

Bryna is a reformed librarian turned communications expert with over a decade of research experience. In her role as marketing communications specialist for BNBuilders, Bryna manages all external communications and public relations efforts across the company’s six offices. A master multi-tasker (thanks to years of waiting tables) and research enthusiast, Bryna thrives on diving deep into projects and collaborating to craft creative communications strategies. A lifelong learner, she actively engages with professional organizations, like SMPS and PRSA, always seeking new insights to enhance her work. She is grateful to SMPS for the opportunity to share the nuggets she picked up along the way.

Join us on March 11 from 4:30–6:30pm at P2S by registering at https://lnkd.in/gMkvgdZs.

03/06/2025

MEET THE SPEAKER⭐ Emma Anderson

Emma is a strategic marketing professional and life-long learner. Her strategic mind and knack for allowing everyone to have a voice in the room produces high-quality, high-impact results. With a firm belief that working as a collective will reap greater results than one could ever achieve solo, she dedicates herself to sharing her skillset to impact her team, her network, and ultimately the industry. In her role at DPR, Emma partners with project teams to deliver clients an unmatched project delivery experience – from customer strategy through project pursuit. 

Join us on March 11 from 4:30–6:30pm at P2S by registering at https://lnkd.in/gMkvgdZs.

03/05/2025

MEET THE SPEAKER⭐ Josh Grenzsund, MBA, CPSM

We are less than one week away from our first Catalyst Conversations event of the year! Catalyst Conversations is SMPS Seattle’s new panel-style program designed to bring relevancy and action to all things AEC marketing. At this event, our speakers will explore the easy ways others dig to find the information to set their marketing deliverables apart from the rest.

After an early career in US Army Intelligence and a time teaching English composition and rhetoric, Josh has been part of A/E/C marketing and business development since 2007. He earned a CPSM in 2015 and an MBA in 2019. As a passion project he co-facilitates The Data Underground roundtable for SMPS Seattle; a space for Puget Sound marketing professionals to meet at the intersection of career development and data-driven business. As Director of Business Development at DOWL, Josh advises 12 operational business leaders on their ‘go to market’ efforts across 11 states and leads the firm’s Federal market positioning. 

Join us on March 11 from 4:30–6:30pm at P2S by registering at https://lnkd.in/gMkvgdZs.

03/05/2025

Join us for our next Catalyst Conversations event 💡

On March 11 from 4:30–6:30pm at P2S, we’ll be hosting Informed Marketing: Get Ready to Go from Marketer to FBI Agent 🕵️

In this panel featuring Emma Anderson, Josh Grenzsund, Bryna Brown, and moderator Ted Sive, we will explore the easy ways others dig to find the information to set their marketing deliverables apart from the rest.