The SMPS Oklahoma awards program recognizes members for services to the chapter and excellence in the A/E/C industry. The program is intended to showcase the exceptional service member volunteers have given to the chapter over the past year (or more).

2025 Winners

• Rock of the Chapter (member for 5+ years): Kristi Warren
• Shining Star (member for less than 5 years): Hannah Humphrey
• Marketer of the Year (open to all members): Liz Cobb
• Committee Member of the Year (open to all committee members): Jessica Underwood
• Guiding Light Member (CPSM and member for 2+ years): Chris Rickman, FSMPS, CPSM
• Loyal Member of the Year (open to all members): Matt Janey

Congratulations to all of the winners on their well-deserved awards!

Rock of the Chapter

Join us in celebrating Kristi Warren's remarkable achievement as she receives the 2025 Rock of the Chapter Award! 🎉 A dedicated member of SMPS since 2015, Kristi has been an invaluable asset, serving on the board in various positions and several committees. We appreciate her leadership with SMPS Oklahoma this year!

Shining Star

Join us in congratulating Hannah Humphrey on receiving the 2025 Shining Star Award at the SMPS Oklahoma Holiday Party! 🌟 Hannah serves as SMPS Oklahoma's Sponsorship Chair. She consistently shows up for the Chapter, representing SMPS at events and encouraging peers and partners to engage with our mission. She secured critical sponsorships that funded high-value programs and helped broaden our reach. Her dependability, optimism, and follow-through set the tone for our volunteer culture and directly enabled successful events.

Committee Member of the Year

Join us in celebrating Jessica Underwood, who was awarded Committee Member of the Year at the 2025 SMPS Oklahoma annual holiday party! 🎉 Jessica's commitment to SMPS Oklahoma, our members, our programs, and committees has positioned SMPS Oklahoma for success. We appreciate the positive impact she has made on our Chapter. Congrats Jess!

Loyal Member of the Year

Join us in congratulating Matt Janey for being named Loyal Member of the Year at the 2025 annual Holiday and Awards event! 🎉 Matt joined SMPS Oklahoma in 2021 and has often answered the call when volunteerism and leadership were needed for our Chapter. His unwavering commitment and positive spirit inspire us all. Thank you, Matt, for everything you do!

Marketer of the Year

A huge congratulations to Liz Cobb for being named Marketer of the Year at the SMPS Oklahoma 2025 annual holiday bash and awards ceremony! 🎉 Liz’s remarkable, multi-year contributions have not only bolstered the Chapter's reputation but have also showcased her exceptional marketing leadership. Her direction has transformed not only the SMPS Oklahoma Chapter but also the SMPS Southern Regional Conference, fostering collaboration and delivering impactful results that empower the conference, its volunteers, and the entire AEC community. Since joining SMPS Oklahoma in 2018, Liz has worn many hats: Programs Chair, Communications Chair, and has been a dedicated member of multiple committees. From orchestrating engaging programs to elevating our messaging and enriching member experiences, her influence is felt in numerous Chapter achievements. Her unwavering advocacy has solidified our Chapter’s reputation for top-notch programming and collaborative leadership. Liz epitomizes strategic focus, creative execution, and service-driven leadership. Her outstanding efforts over the past year have propelled our Chapter forward and made a significant impact on the broader industry.

Guiding Light Member

🌟 Huge congratulations to Chris Rickman, FSMPS, CPSM, for receiving the prestigious Guiding Light Member award at the 2025 SMPS Oklahoma annual holiday party and awards celebration! 🎉 Since becoming a Fellow of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) in 2013, Chris has made an indelible mark through numerous leadership roles—serving as president of SMPS Oklahoma (2006-2007) and leading the Society’s national board (2018-2019). As the Senior Chapter Advisor for SMPS Oklahoma, he inspires our Chapter Board and Volunteers to elevate the experience for every member.

Currently, Chris is the Director of Operations for Fremont-Wright, a dynamic engineering, architecture, and surveying firm based in Memphis, TN, working remotely from the Oklahoma City area. With his expertise in process improvement and organizational design, he drives innovation and excellence across the board.

Chris is passionate about education and continuously stays on top of industry trends. He actively shares his knowledge through presentations and seminars for esteemed organizations, including SMPS, ACEC, AIA, and ASCE at various levels.

Join us in celebrating Chris’s remarkable achievements and dedication to excellence!