Don't Miss SMPS Connecticut at NERC!
Posted by Communications Committee on Apr. 27, 2023 / Subscribe 0
The 2023 SMPS Northeast Regional Conference is almost here! From Wednesday, May 3rd to Friday, May 5th, marketers from all over the region will convene in Philadelphia to learn, network, and discuss all things A/E/C marketing. The Connecticut chapter is well-represented not only in terms of attendees, but speakers too! Be sure to catch these sessions led by SMPS CT members:
Thursday, May 4th 3:30 PM
Beth Taylor
Director of Marketing & Business Development
BBE
Session: I Can't Do Business Development!" and Other Lies We Tell Ourselves: Debunking Common Self-Limiting Beliefs that are Holding You Back from the Career You Deserve
How many times have you passed up opportunities due to beliefs like: “There’s no way I’m qualified to apply for this job,” or “I can’t talk to that client!” Whether questioning your credentials when applying for a job or balking at becoming a BD leader, your apprehensions may be stifling your career goals. This session will explore common self-limiting beliefs and tell how other marketing professionals overcame them.
Session attendees will:
- Learn to identify self-doubts and self-limiting beliefs
- Get a clearer understanding of how retraining your brain to challenge and conquer beliefs that limit you
- Hear true stories, anecdotes and examples of other AEC marketers who conquered self doubt to achieve greater success in their careers
Friday, May 5th, 10:15 AM
Dana Lee
Senior Proposal & Content Management Specialist
Tighe & Bond
Stephanie Beals
Marketing Director
TSKP Studio
Session: Proposal Management Best Practices
This engaging panel discussion will bring together proposal experts from small-, mid-, and large-sized firms to share tips and tricks from years of experience generating winning proposals, and how having the right process in place from the kick off meeting has developed and enhanced their love for producing proposals (gasp!).
Session attendees will:
- How to craft strong win themes that carry through your proposal
- How to create strong partnerships with technical subject matter experts
- Documentation tips that simplify proposal management and set the tone for the entire proposal process
Alicia Washington
Principal, Director of Marketing & JEDI
HRP Associates, Inc.
Session: DEI Begins With You: Finding Your Impact and Creating Change
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion continues to be a topic of conversation, and there are many of us who have an interest in getting involved. Some firms have started the process or you yourself are ready to take the first step. The question you ask yourself is, “How do I do this?” This session will help you with the first step, looking within yourself and learning how to enhance your approach and understanding of DEI.
Session attendees will:
- Identify ways to enhance the human experience and lead with vulnerability and compassion
- Recognize that managing your bias is a critical factor in creating a powerful impact to your DEIB efforts
- Discover how shifting mindsets and changing behaviors can lead to real change
- Learn from industry peers and DEIB leaders on how your role in marketing/business development is critical to advancing the mission of DEIB
Visit smpsnerc.com to check out all the amazing sessions to look for, and be sure to connect with Beth, Dana, Stephanie, and Alicia on LinkedIn!
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