In this issue
Mark your Calendars for these Upcoming Events
- June 25th – Discover a District: Downtown Norman Tour
- July 7th – Members Only: How to Inspire AEC Leadership to Care about Marketing
- July 14th – Finance 101 with Chris Rickman
- July 27-29 – Amplify A|E|C Conference
- August 11th – Webinar
- September TBD – OKC City Leaders Panel
- October 2026 – Haunt the Holes Golf Tournament
- November 10th – Fall Training with Donna Corlew
- January TBD – Annual Holiday Party
- February 10-12th – SMPS Southern Regional Conference in Fort Worth, TX
June Anniversaries
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Laura Nauman, Creative Coordinator, Lingo Construction Services
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Josh Dougherty, Oklahoma Market Leader, CEC
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Allyson Rink, Marketing Proposal Coordinator, Above Group, Inc.
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Madeline Lynch, Marketing Director, MA+ Architecture, LLC
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Brittney Fehn, Office Manager, Tradesman Architectural Studios
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Abigail Sullivan, Commercial Sales Consultant, Pella of Oklahoma
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Corbin Campbell, Marketing & Business Development, Guernsey
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Chas Gilmore, Director of Business Relations, United Mechanical, Inc.
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Allison Hall, Marketing Proposal Coordinator, Spur Design
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Dustin Miller, Government Service Marketing, Cyntergy AEC
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Shannon Hudson, Vice President – Business Development & Marketing, Hudson Prince Engineering and Inspection, PLLC
Archives
UPcoming Events
Members Only: How to Inspire AEC Leadership to Care about Marketing
Complimentary webinar on July 7: Walk away with practical strategies to increase involvement of your firm’s leaders and technical experts.
Finance 101: What Marketers Need to Know for Career Success with Chris Rickman
To many of us in the exciting field of marketing and business development, finance can be considered dry, boring and somewhat complicated. But, in order to improve our firms’ profitability and advance our career goals, it’s important to have a basic unde
Amplify A|E|C
Three days. Endless connections. Learning with impact. After welcoming 850+ attendees in Columbus, Amplify A|E|C is gearing up for an even bigger experience in Las Vegas in 2026. Join us for the premier conference for A/E/C marketers, business developers,
Haunt the Holes Golf Tournament
Join us as we kick off our first annual golf tournament in 2026!
Fall Training with Donna Corlew - Unmuted: Unlock Your Strengths, Share Your Story, Own Your Space
Get ready to go Unmuted — a lively, hands-on workshop that helps you unlock your strengths, turn up the volume on your story, and confidently own your space. Through practical tools, engaging activities, and plenty of collaboration, you’ll learn how to co
SMPS Southern Regional Conference (SRC) 2027
Whether you're building your personal brand, strengthening your firm's market presence, or navigating what's next in our industry, SRC 2027 will provide the insights, tools, and connections to help you move forward with purpose.
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
In-Kind SPonsor
June 2026 
Discover a District
From pre-statehood campsite to modern-day football powerhouse, join SMPS Oklahoma for a guided walking tour through the heart of Norman. This experience blends local history, architecture, and culture into an easy, engaging afternoon of exploration.
As we make our way through downtown, you’ll uncover the unexpected stories that shaped Oklahoma’s third-largest city, including:
- How graffiti gave the town its name
- Where “Boomers and Sooners” came from
- Why OU football started off on the wrong foot
- How merchants once celebrated a catastrophic fire
- The local retail chain that outcompeted Walmart
- The architect behind a lavish historic movie house
- The political miracle that kept Norman out of Oklahoma County (no offense, Edmond)
- And how a simple brick turns totally magical
Interested? Learn More!
Monthly Program
Finance 101 with Chris Rickman, FSMPS, CPSM
To many of us in the exciting field of marketing and business development, finance can be considered dry, boring and somewhat complicated. But in order to improve our firms’ profitability and advance our career goals, it’s important to have a basic understanding of business and accounting principles.
This session will cover topics such as:
- Learn to calculate different financial ratios
- Learn how you can help the firm be profitable
- Plan your marketing budget
- Understanding ROI
Along with others, and through information and examples, this presentation puts the field of finance in basic terms. You’ll learn more about the financial side of our industry, positioning your firm—and yourself—for future success.
Learning objectives:
- Learn basic financial terminology used in the AEC industry
- Develop basic understanding of financial statements
- Learn how to calculate different financial ratios often used to calculate fees
- Learn how to calculate proposal costs
Register NOW
Interested in becoming a program sponsor? Reach out to our Sponsorship Chair, Hannah Humphrey, at: [email protected]
Haunt the Holes Golf Tournament
SMPS Oklahoma is excited to announce our First Annual Golf Tournament, and we’re bringing the spirit of the season with us! Mark your 2026 calendars for Haunt the Holes, a Halloween-themed golf event in Stillwater, OK, filled with fun, networking, and a little friendly competition.
Whether you're swinging for a trophy, representing your firm, or just looking for a great day out with colleagues, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Costumes and creativity are encouraged as we bring together A/E/C professionals from across the state for a frightfully good time on the green.
Learn More
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Reach out to our Sponsorship Chair, Hannah Humphrey, at: [email protected]
Fall Training
Fall Training with Donna Corlew - Unmuted: Unlock Your Strengths, Share Your Story, Own Your Space
In today’s A/E/C environment, your voice matters. Whether you’re leading conversations, building relationships, or driving business forward. This session is designed to help you:
🔊 Strengthen your communication so your message is clearly heard
💡 Build confidence in your personal voice and presence
🤝 Collaborate more effectively across teams and disciplines
🎯 Walk away with practical tools you can immediately apply
From understanding your communication style to strengthening your impact within your firm, this training is all about turning up the volume on what makes you effective.
🎤 Plus, hear real-world insights from industry professionals in a dynamic panel discussion to close out the day.
Register NOW
Interested in becoming a program sponsor? Reach out to our Sponsorship Chair, Hannah Humphrey, at: [email protected]
SMPS Southern Regional Conference
Saddle Up!
SMPS Southern Regional Conference (SRC) 2027 is headed to Cowtown, February 10–12, 2027, at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel.
Our theme for 2027 is STEER YOUR BRAND.
In a profession where brands are constantly evolving, success doesn't happen by accident. It takes vision, intention, and the confidence to forge your own trail. STEER YOUR BRAND is a call to action for A/E/C marketing and business development professionals to lead boldly, build meaningful connections, and shape the future of their firms and careers.
Join us in Fort Worth for:
- Dynamic keynote speakers
- Interactive breakout sessions
- Unparalleled networking opportunities
- Fresh perspectives on brand strategy, positioning, and growth
- A little Texas hospitality
Whether you're building your personal brand, strengthening your firm's market presence, or navigating what's next in our industry, SRC 2027 will provide the insights, tools, and connections to help you move forward with purpose.
Save the date. Spread the word. Get ready to STEER YOUR BRAND.
Built for A/E/C Marketers & Business Developers
High-performing firms invest in the people who drive growth.
SMPS Oklahoma helps A/E/C firms strengthen market position by developing marketing and business development talent, encouraging innovation, and creating opportunities for visibility and connection.
SMPS supports firms by helping teams:
- Develop top talent through A/E/C-specific professional development
- Stay competitive with relevant insights, trends, and strategies
- Drive innovation through programs and peer exchange
- Strengthen your brand with sponsorship and leadership opportunities
- Expand relationships that support teaming and long-term growth
If you’re ready to invest in your team and elevate your results, start here.
Learn More.
Get Involved
Ready to dive into exciting opportunities and build meaningful connections? We’re on the hunt for volunteers to join our committees! Whether you’re interested in Sponsorship, Communications, or any of our other committees, we’d love to have you on board. Discover how you can make a difference and get involved here: https://smpsoklahoma.org/Committees
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SMPS Online Learning
BOOST YOUR SKILLSET
SMPS members: Join us for our complimentary virtual Master More Learning Labs.
This educational series features timely topics presented by industry practitioners that can help you build skills to work smarter, advance your career, and build your firm’s business. This series is for SMPS members only.
Labs are recorded and available on-demand in the Learning Labs folder in the Marketing Resource Center on MySMPS, our members-only online community.
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Discover a District
Thank you to everyone who joined SMPS Oklahoma for our Heart of Downtown Tulsa Architecture Tour on May 19!
It was a fantastic afternoon exploring the rich history and design legacy that defines Tulsa’s iconic downtown. Attendees had the opportunity to experience some of the city’s most notable early 20th-century architecture, including rare access to spaces not typically open to the public.
From walking through the historic underground tunnels to touring the Philcade Building ahead of its exciting transformation into a four-star hotel and residential development, the tour offered a unique look at both Tulsa’s past and its future.
We’re grateful to our guide for sharing their expertise and to all who attended for making this such a memorable event. It’s always inspiring to connect with fellow AEC professionals while experiencing the spaces that shape our community.
Stay tuned for more SMPS Oklahoma programs. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
See the photos: https://smpsoklahoma.org/gallery.php?id=14
