And the Winners Are...2022 SMPS CT Professional Achievement Awards!
Posted by Marta Dabrowski on May. 23, 2022 / Professional Development, SMPS CT / Subscribe 0
SMPS Connecticut is celebrating our industry's outstanding marketing and business development professionals of 2022! The recipients of the SMPS Connecticut Professional Achievement Awards are being honored for their contributions to the chapter and the A/E/C industry.
The James Bancroft Lifetime Achievement Award | Sharon Pomeroy, CPSM, Building Group Marketing Manager, O&G Industries
Knowing what’s being planned for an area, positioning for pursuits through proposal and interview management, then driving by those realized projects gives Sharon a true sense of pride. Early in her career she learned that building relationships was key to understanding the industry. This lesson has served her well throughout her career working with top A and C firms. Sharon focuses on the development of marketing and business development strategies, brand alignment, and improving ROI through marketing initiatives. As Building Group Marketing Manager for O&G Industries she identifies and defines qualities that distinguish the organization. Through research, proposal management and production, implementing and facilitating proposal guidelines, technical writing assignments, lead sharing, presentation and event preparation, collateral creation, and industry involvement, Sharon promotes and raises awareness of O&G to its target clients.
An active SMPS member since 2000, Sharon is a past of president of SMPS Connecticut and has served on numerous boards and committees. She was recognized by SMPS with the Grace Waldvogel 2015-2016 Member of the Year award and since receiving her CPSM credential in 2016, has supported other candidates in achieving their designation. Sharon has also been a Marketing Communications Award juror and was a panelist speaker at the 2021 AIA CACX Conference for the program, “What Every Architect Needs to Know about Proposal Coordination.”
When she isn’t working to advance the built environment you can find her traveling, camping, kayaking, fishing, beaching, and enjoying time with family and friends.
This honor is awarded to a seasoned Marketing/Business Development Professional that has made endless contributions to the Marketing/BD profession within the A/E/C industry, and has also acted as an advisor for the chapter. The James Bancroft Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is determined by SMPS Connecticut member nominations with final board.
Grace Waldvogel Member of the Year | Kelly Conover, CPSM, Associate • Director of Marketing, The S/L/A/M Collaborative
As Director of Marketing for The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM), Kelly leads a dynamic team of marketing, communications and graphic design professionals, focusing on marketing and brand development strategies that support the firm's vision of attaining nationally-recognized design prominence. Motivated by the creativity that surrounds her, Kelly’s people-oriented approach provides opportunity for all team members to showcase and execute their strengths, allowing for greater success within her team and the firm. She has been in the A/E/C industry and a member of SMPS since 2012, currently serving on the Education Committee for SMPS Connecticut. Kelly previously managed marketing and communications for Boston-based architecture and interior design firm, Dyer Brown. She recently became CPSM-certified through the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) and is a graduate of Western New England University in Springfield, MA.
This honor is awarded to SMPS Connecticut members that has gone above and beyond for the Chapter within the 2021-2022 program year. The Member of the Year Award recipient is determined by SMPS Connecticut board votes.
Grace Waldvogel Member of the Year | Lisa Pavano, Marketing Coordinator, BL Companies
Lisa is currently a Marketing Coordinator for BL Companies in Meriden, Connecticut. She has been in the industry for 4 years and joined SMPS in 2018 shortly after joining BL. Prior to joining BL Companies, Lisa ran her own photography business that specialized in capturing parenthood connection while also raising her three children and tutoring in special education within the Glastonbury School System. Previously she held numerous positions over 10 years in the Human Resources field ranging from executive compensation, employee stock program management, recruiting, benefits and HR Generalist work. Lisa looks forward to continuing to grow within BL Companies and the AEC industry utilizing her prior experience, creativity and photography background. Lisa received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bryant University and a Masters Degree in Human Resource Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She is an active member of SMPS Connecticut’s Programs Committee and Chair of the DEI Taskforce. She looks forward to continuing her involvement with SMPSCT in future years!
This honor is awarded to SMPS Connecticut members that has gone above and beyond for the Chapter within the 2021-2022 program year. The Member of the Year Award recipient is determined by SMPS Connecticut board votes.
Trail Blazer Award | Katelyn Reynolds, Marketing/PR Coordinator, Downes Construction Company
Katelyn Reynolds is the Marketing / PR Coordinator at Downes Construction Company and has been in the A/E/C industry for almost 4 years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Eastern Connecticut State University, which she puts to good use every day preparing proposals, qualification packages, and just about every piece of marketing collateral you can think of. Joining this industry has allowed her the opportunity to work creatively and analytically, working hard to meet deadlines and requirements, while also creating graphics and light hearted social media posts and planning company outings and events. In 2019 Katelyn joined SMPS Connecticut and is currently very active serving as a member of both the Communications and Membership committees.
This honor is awarded to an up-in-coming Marketer/Business Development Professional who shows great promise for the A/E/C industry and possesses a positive attitude. The Trail Blazer Award recipient is determined by SMPS Connecticut member nominations with final board approval.
Chapter Leadership Award | Chris Abel, Membership Director, Associated Builders and Contractors of Connecticut
Chris Abel is the Membership Director for the Connecticut Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC), the Treasurer on the Board of Directors for SMPS Connecticut, and the Co-Host of The Real Estate Roundtable Podcast. Since 2018, Chris has grown ABC membership to a chapter high and has maintained 92% retention, while directing and administering the association’s marketing efforts. Prior to joining ABC, Chris managed territories throughout the northeast in the post-secondary education space where he maintained relationships with over 200 high schools. As an experienced public speaker and broadcasting professional, Chris delivered workshops and presentations to thousands of students with an emphasis on the importance of careers in the construction industry.
This honor is awarded to current board members or committee chairs who have gone above and beyond to serve the chapter and have shown exemplary leadership capabilities. The Chapter Leadership Award recipient is determined by SMPS Connecticut SMPS CT President, President-Elect, and Immediate Past President.
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