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Committees
Below is a listing of SMPS Pittsburgh’s committees and contact information for the 2018-2019 Committees. If you are interested in becoming involved in one of the committees below, please don’t hesitate to contact those listed, as we’re always looking for more help!
| Programs Committee | |
The Programs Committee develops plans and produces all luncheon programs, which typically take place on the third Wednesday of each month, at the Rivers Club. Luncheon programs typically feature client panels or presentations with a goal of providing education and insight on topics relevant to the A/E/C industry and current market conditions, as well as invaluable networking opportunities. | |
Programs Committee Co-Chair  Scott Vasko, P.E. Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. e-mail: svasko@cecinc.com | |
| Membership Committee | |
The Membership Committee focuses on initiatives that support, sustain and grow the membership of the Pittsburgh Chapter. Activities include welcoming and orienting new members, planning new member orientation breakfasts and evening networking events, and collecting member statistics and feedback for the purpose of attracting and retaining members. | |
Membership Committee Co-Chair  Liz Gamelier Trans Associates Engineering Consultants e-mail: gamelierl@transassociates.com | |
| Education Committee | |
The Education Committee plans and implements educational events, which include training/webinars, the #AECsofmarketing Educational Breakfasts, the CPSM Certification Bootcamp, and Hammer Home More Business – SMPS Pittsburgh’s training conference for A/E/C professionals. The committee provides opportunities for entry-level to experienced marketing and business development professionals to learn more about marketing in the A/E/C industry and the myriad of topics focusing on the six Domains of Practice (Market Research, Marketing Plan, Client and Business Development, SOQs/Proposals, Promotional Activity and Information, Resource and Organizational Management), as well as invaluable networking opportunities. | |
| Communications Committee | |
The Communications Committee creates awareness and promotes SMPS Pittsburgh through various communication efforts including the SMPS Pittsburgh website, blog, e-news and social media (Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn). | |
Communications Committee Co-Chair  Kara Smith Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. e-mail: ksmith@hrg-inc.com | |
| University Mentorship/Outreach Committee | |
New this year – this committee will reach out to local university students to get them involved in SMPS and familiar with the A/E/C industry in Pittsburgh. | |
| Special Events Committee | |
The Special Events committee plans and implements evening networking events, including the SMPS Year End Bash for A/E/C professionals. | |
Special Events Committee Co-Chair  Kimberly Ridenour, MBA, CPSM Allegheny Construction Group e-mail: KRidenour@acginc.com | |
| Sponsorship Committee | |
The Sponsorship Committee generates sponsorships from organizations inside and outside of the industry. They also act as a concierge to sponsors, ensuring they take advantage of the sponsor benefits they receive throughout the year. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact the Sponsorship Chairs below. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please click here. | |
Sponsorship Committee Co-Chair  Michael Len, P.E. Sheesley & Associates, LLC e-mail: mlen@sheesleyassoc.com | |
