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06/05/2026

Join us at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters in Jax Beach for our next Coffee Connections!

This is your chance to meet up in Jax Beach for great coffee and get to know fellow AEC professionals.

Free for Members and their guests. Register Today!
8:30 - 9:30 AM l Wednesday, June 17

Register for free: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=92&ts=1776871518

06/03/2026

In the A/E/C industry, technical expertise is expected. What differentiates firms today is Client Experience (CX).

The SMPS CX Experience Workshop, developed in partnership with SMPS HQ and informed by SMPS Foundation research, provides practical tools to help professionals lead CX efforts within their firms.

Participants will walk away with:
• A draft CX Charter to help align internal teams
• A Voice of Client framework to gather meaningful insights
• An ROI approach to demonstrate the value of CX initiatives
• Practical tools that can be applied immediately
• A peer network of professionals focused on improving client experience

How the Program Works:
Pre-Workshop Virtual Session (90 minutes)
In-Person Workshop (6 hours)
Post-Workshop Virtual Session (90 minutes)

Participants will:
• Assess their firm’s CX maturity
• Map client journeys and identify improvement opportunities
• Explore governance approaches that embed CX into firm culture
• Learn how to translate client feedback into loyalty and growth
• Gain tools to demonstrate measurable business impact

Who Should Attend:
AEC marketers, business developers, project managers, and firm leaders who want to strengthen client relationships and position themselves as strategic contributors to firm growth.

Participants will have the tools and confidence to:
✔ Lead CX conversations within their firm
✔ Demonstrate the value of experience-driven strategies
✔ Strengthen client relationships and retention
✔ Contribute to long-term firm growth

Event Pricing:
Member: $75
Non-Member: $150

Register Here: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=102&ts=1779131817

05/21/2026

We had a great turnout at Coffee Connections in San Marco yesterday! It was fantastic to see so many familiar and new faces.

If you're looking to connect with AEC marketing professionals in your community be sure to join us next month at Bold Bean in Jax Beach for another SMPS North Florida Coffee Connections!

Register for free here: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=92&ts=1776871518

05/08/2026

🎟️ ONLY 6 TICKETS LEFT! 🏀🌊

Join SMPS North Florida in supporting Jacksonville's newest team, the Jacksonville Waves! Tip-off for the season opener is next week, and we only have 6 tickets left!

Don't miss your chance for a fun-filled night at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena as we watch the Jacksonville Waves take on the Charlotte Crown! This is the perfect chance to connect with fellow members and support our newest team together.

📅 Friday, May 15th
⏱️ 7:00 PM
📍 VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
🎟️ Only 6 tickets available!

Don't miss out! Click below to grab your spot now, and let’s make some noise!
https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=101&ts=1776876271

05/06/2026

Join us at Foxtail Coffee in San Marco for our next Coffee Connections!

This is your chance to meet up in San Marco for some great coffee and get to know some of your fellow AEC professionals.

Free for Members and their guests. Register Today!
8:30 - 9:30 AM l Wednesday, May 20

Register for free: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=92&ts=1776112880

05/05/2026

Don't miss it!

Our highly anticipated Adobe Express Virtual Workshop for AEC Marketers is coming up tomorrow!

Julie Shaffer, Owner and Creative Director of Shaffer Creative, is coming back to show us how to make the most of our design tools, this time focusing on Adobe Express.

Join us virtually and follow along on your computer to practice her tips and tricks live.

🗓️ Wednesday, May 6
⏱️ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Register Here: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=99&ts=1775653934

04/24/2026

It’s GAME TIME, Jacksonville! 🏀🌊

Join SMPS North Florida for a fun-filled night at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena as we watch the Jacksonville Waves take on the Charlotte Crown! This is the perfect chance to connect with fellow members and support our newest team together.

📅 When: Friday, May 15th
⏱️ 7:00 PM
📍 VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
🎟️ Only 12 tickets available!

Don't miss out! Click below to grab your spot now, and let’s make some noise!
https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=101&ts=1776876271

04/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out and made our 2026 Transportation Program a huge success!

A very special thank you goes out to our amazing panelists:

🚂 Aubrey Brown, BProc, MBA, Sr. Business Development Manager, CSX
🛣️ James M. Knight, P.E., Urban Planning and Modal Administrator, FDOT Northeast Florida (District 2)
🚢 Robert Peek, MPA, CTL, Chief Commercial Officer, Jacksonville Port Authority
✈️ Mark VanLoh, A.A.E., CEO, JAA
🚌 Jessica Shepler, Senior Vice President, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)
🏢 Nina Sickler, P.E., Director of Public Works, City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government
👩 💼 Cantrece Jones, moderator, owner of ADG Acuity Design Group

And our generous sponsors:

Jacobs
Terracon
Miller Electric Company
Haskell
Sign It Quick Jax

If you missed this very informative session, or want to join us for more like it, be on the lookout for our communications or join us for one of our monthly coffee connections!

04/20/2026

We're excited to have Cantrece Jones, our distinguished panel moderator, kick off our Transportation Program tomorrow morning!

As the founder and owner of ADG Acuity Design Group, Cantrece is a leader in strategic communications and community engagement with nearly three decades of experience. She specializes in transforming complex projects into clear, community-aligned initiatives.

Secure your spot now and join us in exploring the future of transportation! https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=98&ts=1775562201.

04/19/2026

Meet our expert panelists for the upcoming Transportation Program! 🚆

Don't miss the chance to hear from Aubrey Brown, the
Senior Manager of Business Development at CSX. He is a leading expert in transportation and economic development with an extensive background in business development across Georgia and Florida. Aubrey will provide valuable insights into how rail infrastructure supports community and industry growth.

Reserve your spot today by visiting https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=98&ts=1775562201.

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