SMPS Seattle

Meet the 2024-25 Board: Ranjana Sterling, Past-President 🍷 How long have you been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I joined SMPS Seattle in 2018, stepping into my first luncheon knowing only my director. Fast forward six years, and I've had the privilege of serving on the board in various capacities, including Director of Special Events during the challenging COVID years, Secretary, President-Elect, and President. My involvement has also extended beyond the board—I've volunteered on the Special Events Committee, co-facilitated the Eastside Roundtable alongside the amazing Allina Hakim, and contributed to the national SMPS 50th Anniversary planning committee. What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  As Past-President, my primary goal this year is to provide continuity and support to Bill Michie and the rest of the board as they advance our strategic initiatives. I want to leverage my five previous years of experience on the board to work with emerging leaders within our chapter, ensuring they feel empowered and prepared to take on new challenges. By working together, we can create a more resilient, inclusive, and forward-thinking SMPS Seattle, where every member feels valued and inspired to contribute. What types of volunteers does our chapter need? SMPS Seattle is a volunteer-run organization that thrives on collaboration. We welcome all who are willing to contribute. Whether you're interested in joining a committee or writing a blog, we're here to help you find an opportunity that aligns with your time commitment, passions, and professional goals. 🤓 Three words to describe you!  CrazySexyCool - wait, that's a TLC album 🎶 Hmmm. Forward-thinking. Tenacious. Culturally aware. You can meet Ranjana, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff TONIGHT! Join us today from 5:30–7:30pm at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. It's not too late to sign up! ALL are welcome to walk-in to our first FREE event of the year! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #seattlemarketing #pastpresident

Meet the 2024-25 Board: Kayla Snider, Treasurer ⛰ How long have you been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I first joined SMPS in 2020 but was unable to fully take advantage of my membership until I moved to Seattle in 2021. Since then, I have been chiefly involved in the Treasury Committee and have also participated in the MULTIPLY mentorship program. What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  I ultimately hope to serve as a resource and strategist for my fellow committees in their goals for this year. I aim to produce collaborative and inventive solutions to challenges committees may face regarding budgeting and funding initiatives/events. What types of volunteers does your committee need?  We are a lean and nimble team with needs geared toward maintenance more so than campaigned efforts. If you're a member looking for a light load that makes a BIG difference, come talk to Ka$h Kayla! 🤑 Three words to describe you!  Warm, engaging, discerning. You can meet Kayla, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff TOMORROW! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. It's not too late to sign up! Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for our first FREE event of the year! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #seattlemarketing #treasurer

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Meet the 2024-25 Board: Cate O'Toole, Director at Large: Membership 😎 How long have you been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I joined SMPS in 2017, and in 2019 decided to get more involved with the Seattle chapter. I joined the Membership Committee and I’ve never looked back! What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  Our chapter is lucky to have a big, active membership base, but that doesn’t happen by accident. I’m excited to engage with members across the chapter and continue to help everyone get the most out of their membership benefits, make connections, and support the incredible community that makes this chapter so dynamic 💥 What types of volunteers does your committee need?  Membership is a small but mighty committee doing a lot of great work on behalf of SMPS Seattle members. We have a number of ongoing initiatives that volunteers could plug into, from welcoming new members to supporting registration at chapter events to liaising with the DEI Committee. It’s a great opportunity for folks who want to meet people across the chapter in an easy, low-key way that doesn’t feel like networking. Three words to describe you!  Creative, organized, steady. You can meet Cate, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff in TWO DAYS! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for this FREE event! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #seattlemarketing #membership

Who's coming to our kickoff this week? ✋ ALL are welcome to register and attend this ⭐free event⭐ It's fantastic opportunity for new and returning members, and anyone interested in AEC marketing, communications, and business development, to network and learn about our chapter's initiatives this year. We highly recommend people consider carpooling, getting dropped off, or taking public transportation: 🚗 Parking – Parking is available at numerous garages surrounding the venue. On-street parking is available yet limited.  🚌Transit – Located on the 3rd Ave bus corridor and above University St. Station, the location is ideal for arriving by transit. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register! Want to bring a guest? Please do! #smpsseattle #seattlemarketing #seattlenetworking #aecindustry #aecmarketing #businessdevelopment #communications

Meet the 2024-25 Board: Katie Berry, Secretary 👷♀️ How long you've been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I have been a part of SMPS for 2 years now, starting with volunteering on the marketing committee and participating in the MULTIPLY Mentorship Program. What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  I hope to act as a liaison and connecter between other board members and committee activities so we can best support each other and our members. 🤝 What types of volunteers does your committee need?  We are looking for folks to lead our social media, website, and sponsorship marketing efforts. As marketers, we all know that there's not "one correct way" to do marketing, so I'm always open to having anyone with ideas, the drive to make those ideas happen, and the passion to constantly boost our chapter's marketing efforts! Three words to describe you!  Driver, Conscientious, Fastidious You can meet Katie, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff THIS WEEK! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for this FREE event! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent g#aecmarketing #seattlemarketing

Meet the 2024-25 Board: Mia Alhambra, Director at Large: Marketing 👊 How long you've been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I have been a part of SMPS for almost four years and have volunteered for the marketing, membership welcome wagon, and DEI committees. I'm so excited to be 💥jumping💥 into my second year as the director of the marketing committee! What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  I am looking forward to working with my committee and the rest of the board to find creative ways to communicate with our members about all the events and efforts happening within our chapter. What types of volunteers does your committee need?  We are looking for folks to lead our social media, website, and sponsorship marketing efforts. As marketers, we all know that there's not "one correct way" to do marketing, so I'm always open to having anyone with ideas, the drive to make those ideas happen, and the passion to constantly boost our chapter's marketing efforts! Three words to describe you!  Enthusiastic, creative, FUN! You can meet Mia, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for this FREE event! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #seattlemarketing

Meet the 2024-25 Board: John Crase, Director at Large: DEI 🛵 How long you've been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in? I joined SMPS in 2017 and have been part of the DEI Committee since 2021. What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board? I look forward to continued advancement of our 3-year strategic plan and developing programming that can be applied to more of our Chapter functions and events. What types of volunteers does your committee need? We are looking for active members of other committees who want to become DEI Liaisons and help make our operations, activities, and events more inclusive. Three words to describe you! Outgoing, curious, organized. You can meet John the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for this FREE event! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #seattlemarketing #dei #diversityequityinclusion

Meet the 2024-25 Board: Ashley Di Cristina, Director at Large: Professional Development 🐻 How long you've been a part of SMPS, and what committee(s) have you been involved in?  I've been involved in the Seattle chapter for five years and have volunteered on the Professional Development committee the entire time, now joining the Board as Director at Large of Professional Development. What do you hope to accomplish during your year on the board?  Continuing to improve upon the foundation previous PD Directors began:  • Getting the leadership program formulated and running.  • Building upon Catalyst Conversations with new speakers and supporting people who want to grow in the public speaking realm.  • Grow our Multiply mentors, specifically with senior mentors. • Support the CPSM program. What types of volunteers does your committee need?  We need a couple of additional people to help execute our initiatives. Ideally, a co-chair/support for our MULTIPLY mentorship program, Roundtables, Catalyst Conversations program, and our research/leadership program.  Three words to describe you!  Resilient, resourceful, inquisitive. You can meet Ashley, the rest of the board members, and network with other SMPS Seattle members and future members at our kickoff! Join us on September 12, from 5:30–7:30pm, at P2S to celebrate our annual leadership transitions, learn about how you can engage with your chapter, and hear about the exciting events planned for the upcoming year. Head to https://lnkd.in/eA7yQJeG to register for this FREE event! SMPS—Society for Marketing Professional Services #smpsseattle #boardofdirectors #meettheboard #kickoffevent #aecmarketing #professionaldevelopment #seattlemarketing

Get ready for Trivia Night XX!! 🎃🤓 Join SMPS Seattle at Art Marble 21 on Wednesday, October 30, from 4:30–7:30pm as we celebrate 10 years of SMPS Seattle trivia nights and the Halloween season. Test your knowledge on a variety of topics for prizes and bragging rights. There will be prizes for the top-scoring trivia teams and a special prize for the best coordinated team Halloween costumes. Register at https://lnkd.in/g-XWqypP where you can sign up as a team of four or sign up as an individual to be placed on a team. Jet City Trivia #smpsseattle #trivianight #halloweenevent #networkingevent #seattlemarketing #aecmarketing