Past Events

Proving the ROI of Your Team (and Yourself)
Microsoft Teams
Join us for an interactive panel that brings together AEC marketing leaders from all disciplines and sizes who will share real-world strategies for connecting marketing metrics to real business outcomes.

Brew & Build Series: Networking on Tap
Craft Food Hall – Revolution Hall
3 Maguire Road
Lexington, MA 02421

Building for Tomorrow: Navigating the A/E/C Economic Forecast with FMI
KI Space
250 Summer Street, Level B
Boston, MA 02210
Get ready to explore the future of the A/E/C industry with FMI Consulting at this year’s SMPS Boston economic forecast program. The session will kick off with FMI’s five-year national and New England A/E/C industry spending outlook.

CPSM Study Group Domain 2: Planning
Microsoft Teams
The CPSM Study Group will be meeting to review Domain 2: Planning. If you are interested in joining this year’s study group or learning more about CPSM certification please reach out to Phil Learmonth, Director of CPSM Certification at [email protected]

Community Harvest
Community Harvest Project
37 Wheeler Road
North Grafton, MA 01536
Join the SMPS Outreach Committee at Community Harvest Project’s 15-acre Grafton location. Through hands-on farming experiences, volunteers will learn about sustainable farming practices, community engagement, and participate in the harvest.

Fear Not, Public Speaking!
Allsteel Showroom
200 State Street, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02109
Master public speaking in this 2-hour interactive workshop! Learn proven techniques, practice in a supportive environment, and gain tools to coach your technical teams for client interviews.

Canstruction Boston 2025
280 & 290 Congress Street
Boston, MA
The Canstruction Boston 2025 theme is Games! From board games to video games, playground classics to brain-teasing puzzles, this year’s challenge invites teams to play with creativity and strategy. Ready to play?

New & Prospective Member Orientation
Annum Architects
40 Broad Street, Suite 102
Boston, MA 02109
Are you new to SMPS Boston or looking to become a member? Join us for an informational session on SMPS Boston’s purpose, what we offer, and how to capitalize on your membership.

Battling Burnout: A Blueprint for Beyond-Busy A/E/C Marketing Teams
Page/Stantec
260 Franklin Street, 11th Floor
Boston, MA 02110
Discover actionable strategies, proven workload management techniques, and innovative tools that can help your marketing team combat burnout, reignite creativity, and thrive in today’s fast-paced A/E/C industry.

CPSM Study Group Domain 1: Research
Microsoft Teams
The CPSM Study Group will be meeting to review Domain 1: Research. If you are interested in joining this year’s study group or learning more about CPSM certification please reach out to Phil Learmonth, Director of CPSM Certification at [email protected]

CPSM Study Group 2025/2026 Information Session
Microsoft Teams
Are you considering starting on the path to earning your CPSM designation? Join SMPS Boston for our CPSM study group kick-off and informational session.

Infographics That Work: Fast, Clear Visuals for High-Stakes Proposals
Zoom
On July 31st join us as AEC marketing expert, Kristen Peters, showcases best practices, tools, and tips and tricks to make compelling infographics for your next AEC proposal!

Summer Social
75 State Street Rooftop Deck
7th Floor
Boston, MA 02109
Join us for our annual summer social! Enjoy some delicious food and drinks while chatting with fellow SMPS members – it’s the perfect time to catch up on a beautiful summer night out.

Intermediate Video Editing with Adobe Premiere Pro
Microsoft Teams
Back by popular demand, Phillip Quindara returns with an intermediate video editing webinar focusing on more advanced editing skills with Adobe Premiere Pro!

Cultivating a Feedback-Driven Brand: How Listening to Clients Can Transform Your Marketing Strategy
Virtual
This session will explore how professional services firms can embed a feedback-first culture into their operations, using client insights to shape marketing strategies that resonate.

New & Prospective Member Orientation
Microsoft Teams
New or looking to become an SMPS Boston member? Join us for an informational session on what SMPS Boston’s purpose is, what we offer, and how to capitalize on your membership.

2025 SMPS Boston Best & Brightest Awards Gala
City Winery, Concert Venue
80 Beverly Street
Boston, MA 02114
Lights, Camera, Celebration! We are thrilled to invite you to the 2025 SMPS Boston Best & Brightest Awards Gala —a night of glitz, glamour, and recognition for the outstanding achievements in AEC marketing and business development.

How to Actually Use AI in AEC Marketing
Microsoft Teams
Join Rohan Jawali, Founder of Joist AI, a SMPS Strategic Partner, for an interactive one-hour session designed specifically for AEC marketers and pursuit teams looking to unlock the real potential of AI in their day-to-day work.

Turning Partnership into Power: PR + BD Strategies for A/E/C Marketer
AllSteel Showroom
200 State St 4th Floor, Suite 4A
Boston, MA 02109
Discover how to effectively engage public officials in your projects to generate positive PR. Learn how to craft media pitches with community relevance and strategically leverage the expertise of all project partners to achieve maximum impact.

NERC 2025: Registration & Scholarship Opportunity
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
25 S Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603

Marketing Bootcamp 2025
CDM Smith
75 State St, #701
Boston, MA 02109
Kick your marketing skills into shape with this full day of AEC learning! Join fellow marketers for four 50-minute educational sessions and a two-hour proposal workshop led by industry experts. Come stretch your network and strengthen your knowledge!

Past Presidents Tell All
Chapman Construction / Design
84 Winchester Strreet
Newton, MA 02461
Curious about becoming a future president of SMPS Boston? In this exclusive event, you'll hear from several of SMPS Boston's Past Presidents as they share the secrets of a successful presidential year.

New & Prospective Member Orientation
Chapman Construction / Design
84 Winchester Strreet
Newton, MA 02461
Are you new to SMPS Boston or looking to become a member? Join us for an informational session on SMPS Boston’s purpose, what we offer, and how to capitalize on your membership.

Scenario Planning for Agility
Microsoft Teams
To stay ahead in today’s world, firms must anticipate future challenges. Scenario planning empowers leaders to drive innovation and strategic thinking. In this workshop, learn about the tools your firm needs to make smarter decisions.

Networking & Industry Panel: Ways to Win Awards & People to Win With
Cushman & Wakefield
125 High Street, 24th Floor
Boston, MA 02110
Awards season is here! Join SMPS Boston's panel with AEC-related organizations to uncover the secrets behind winning submissions. Learn about award criteria, what sets winners apart, and the dos and don'ts for your entries.

BSA Event - AEC Websites that Work: Trends, Tools, & Tactics
Zoom
Your firm's website is a major marketing investment. Learn how to maximize its effectiveness long after launch by joining the BSA Marketing/PR Network’s March panel for actionable insights.

P2PC: Growing into a Manager
Microsoft Teams
Navigating the transition to management can be challenging. Join us for a discussion with AEC marketing managers as they share their journeys and evolving roles. Engage in a candid conversation about lessons learned and strategies for success.

BD Live: Networking & Skill Building at Every Career Stage
KI Space
250 Summer Street, Level B
Boston, MA 02210
In honor of International Women’s Month and Women in Construction Week, female leaders will discuss overcoming obstacles, career advancement, and advice for every stage of your professional journey.

Essential Items Drive to Benefit Rosie’s Place
Nitsch Engineering
2 Center Plaza, Suite 430
Boston, MA 02108
SMPS celebrates International Women's Day by teaming with ISPE Women in Pharma on this essential items drive to support Rosie’s Place, a multi-service community center that helps to 12,000 women a year.

Video Editing Basics with Adobe Premiere Pro
Microsoft Teams
In today's digital age, with attention spans averaging just 8.25 seconds, video marketing has become essential. Learn how to captivate your audience with compelling short-form visual content using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Strategies for Winning More Awards
Microsoft Teams
Join us for a dynamic virtual webinar designed to equip you with tips and tricks to elevate your award submissions. Learn from industry expert, Dorothy Verdon, who will share best practices on crafting compelling entries and building a strong narrative.

From Wallflowers to Influencers: A Strategic Guide to Employee Advocacy on Social Media
Microsoft Teams
Join us for A Strategic Guide to Employee Advocacy on Social Media. Learn how to turn employees into brand advocates with practical strategies, real-world examples, and insights on elevating your marketing efforts. Don’t miss out—register today!

SMPS Boston Awards Tips & Tricks
Virtual
Planning to submit a SMPS Boston Marketing and Communication Award? Then make sure to join us on February 4, 2025, as past judges, award winners, PR specialists, and MarCom experts dig into the award submissions process and share some best practices.

SMPS Boston Holiday Party
Bodega Canal
57 Canal Street
Boston, MA 02114
Join us for the 2025 SMPS Boston Holiday Party! It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with your AEC marketing and business development peers while celebrating the new year. This year’s event is one you won’t want to miss.

Catie’s Closet Coat Drive
TBA
SMPS Boston’s annual coat drive is on! The SMPS Boston Outreach Committee will be collecting coats to benefit Catie’s Closet, a MA-based organization that gives children in need life-changing access to clothing and basic necessities.