Past Meetings

Volunteer Event + Happy Hour

 

December 12, 2017

 

3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

 

Toys for Tots - New Hope
5017 Boone Ave N
New Hope, MN 55428

Come sort toys at Toys for Tots Warehouse in New Hope!

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The Changing Face of A/E/C Marketing - Panel

 

December 06, 2017

 

11:15 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

In a time when data is driving decisions and technology is changing at an ever increasing rate, marketing has never had a more perfect opportunity to redefine itself.

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Introducing Hall & Notes: A unique opportunity for networking and professional growth

 

November 09, 2017

 

8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

 

The Lynhall
2640 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
http://thelynhall.com/

Join us for coffee and conversations at The Lynhall in Minneapolis. Our new “Hall & Notes” series is an opportunity for you to share insights + learn from the experience of your peers.

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How to Prepare Successful Award Entries Roundtable Discussion

 

November 01, 2017

 

11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Learn how to prepare successful award entries and gain exposure through the competition process.

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Gracewriting: Words with Power and Grace

 

October 17, 2017

 

7:00 AM to 11:30 AM

 

The Metropolitan Grand Ballroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55416

Bring a sharpened pencil or pen… we will be practicing our newfound skills!

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Putting the Domains of Practice Into Practice: A Marketing Department Success Story

 

October 04, 2017

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Marketing in the AEC industry is an ever-evolving mix of art, science, and technology.

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CRM – Best Practices and Lessons Learned

 

September 13, 2017

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

We all know there is more than one CRM fish in the sea. But which one is right for your firm?

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Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us – SMPS TC Book Club Discussion

 

August 15, 2017

 

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

 

Aster Cafe
125 SE Main Street
Minneapolis, MN 55414
http://astercafe.com/

Don’t miss this opportunity for professional growth and development as part of the SMPS-TC book club.

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Work Smarter, Not Harder, in Adobe InDesign

 

July 26, 2017

 

8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

HGA
420 5th Street North, Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55106
http://www.hga.com

In this fast-paced seminar you will learn tips and tricks that will help you accomplish more in less time with InDesign.

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Networking Event: Bowling, BD and Brews

 

June 15, 2017

 

4:00 PM to 6:30 PM

 

Punch Bowl Social
1691 Park Place Blvd.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
http://www.punchbowlsocial.com/location/minneapolis

Join the Board of Directors and your fellow SMPS friends for an opportunity to socialize, bowl, and enjoy some good old-fashioned FUN! PLUS: Meet the Volunteer of the Year!

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The Interview - From the Client Perspective – Part III

 

June 07, 2017

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

SMPS TC brings you Round III of The Interview From the Clients Perspective, with all new decision makers.

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The Butterfly Effect & Its Impact on AEC Firms

 

May 11, 2017

 

7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Scott Butcher will serve as a tour guide for the future of the A/E/C industry and share the most critical developments and case studies of how forward-thinking firms have successfully anticipated major changes and responded nimbly and effectively.

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Service! The Foundation for Success.

 

April 26, 2017

 

7:30 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Metropolitan Ballroom & Clubroom
5418 Wayzata Boulevard
Golden Valley, MN 55416
http://www.damicocatering.com/cateringvenues/metropolitan.aspx

Susan Murphy is coming to town! In this highly interactive program, you will learn and practice skills that integrate service into every aspect of your life.

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Preparing your Seller-Doers to Lead with Confidence

 

April 05, 2017

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

This program offers a great opportunity to learn how to prepare your seller doers and client interview teams so they can gain confidence in all aspects of their professional life.

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Minnesota Rollergirls and Happy Hour

 

April 01, 2017

 

5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Amsterdam Bar and Hall
6 West 6th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
http://www.amsterdambarandhall.com/

Join SMPS Twin Cities in celebrating our annual membership derby with a fun-filled evening of networking while we cheer on the Minnesota RollersGirls in their final roller derby bout of the season!

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Inaugural Professional Development Book Club Discussion

 

March 15, 2017

 

11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

 

American Engineering Testing
550 Cleveland Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55114
http://www.amengtest.com/

Join us for SMPS Twin Cities’ inaugural professional development book club discussion!

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Craft the Go/No Go for Your Career

 

March 01, 2017

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Did you know that the Go/No Go process can be applied to you...personally? How we evaluate professional opportunities can determine whether or not we achieve our aspirational career goals.

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SMPS New Member Breakfast

 

February 23, 2017

 

8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

 

Good Day Cafe
5410 Wayzata Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55416
http://gooddaycafemn.com/

Our New Member Breakfast is designed to bring together our new members and the SMPS board for a morning of networking, story-sharing, food, and (most importantly) coffee.

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The Business Development Toolbox Talk

 

February 01, 2017

 

11:15 AM to 1:00 PM

 

International Market Square
275 Market Street, Suite 185
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Hear from our great panel line-up as they discuss what it takes to make the business development process work. (Spoiler: there is no secret sauce, everyone’s recipe will look different!)

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Dine and Shine: Marketing Your Firm on a Limited Budget

 

January 26, 2017

 

8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

KFI Engineers
670 County B Rd W
St. Paul, MN 55113
http://www.kfi-eng.com/

Please join us for breakfast as we tackle these subjects and more in this 90-minute previously recorded webinar.

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'Tis the Season to Give Back

 

January 18, 2017

 

2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

 

Feed My Starving Children
990 Lone Oak Road, Suite 136
Eagan, MN 55121

Join SMPS Twin Cities for an opportunity to participate in a fun community-building experience!

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