SMPS North Florida

✨ WHAT IF CLIENT EXPERIENCE BECAME YOUR FIRM’S COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE?

Great work matters. But the experience clients have while working with your firm can be what turns one successful project into a long-term relationship.

On September 22, SMPS North Florida is bringing the SMPS CX Experience Workshop to Jacksonville for a full day of hands-on learning designed specifically for the A/E/C industry.

📍 Sheraton Jacksonville
10605 Deerwood Park Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32256
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

This isn't a sit-back-and-listen kind of workshop. You'll dig into real-world CX strategies and leave with practical tools you can bring back to your firm.

You'll explore how to:
✅ Turn client feedback into action
✅ Map the client journey and uncover opportunities
✅ Measure and communicate the ROI of CX
✅ Build stronger, longer-lasting client relationships
✅ Position CX as a driver of firm growth

Developed in partnership with SMPS HQ and informed by SMPS Foundation research, this program is built for marketers, business developers, project managers, and firm leaders ready to make client experience part of how their firm does business.

🎟️ Members: $75 | Non-Members: $150

Ready to rethink the way your firm approaches CX?

Learn more + register:
https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=102&ts=1783800434

Ever wondered what serving on the SMPS North Florida Board actually looks like?

From welcoming members and planning programs to creating communications, building sponsor relationships, and bringing events to life, every role makes an impact on our chapter.

👉 Swipe through to see what serving on our Board actually looks like and find a role that might be a great fit for you!

📅 Nominations close August 31
🔗 Nominate yourself here: https://forms.gle/RoLdj9t9t3uPEQHf8

⏰ ONE MORE DAY TO CLAIM YOUR SIZE!

We’re giving you a little extra time. Register for the Jags Preseason Game with us TODAY and we’ll make sure your limited-edition SMPS game day tee is waiting for you. 🏈

This one is made from 100% ring-spun cotton with a garment-dyed finish, so trust us, you’re going to want one. 👀

🐆 Shirt size deadline: TODAY, 8/21
🎟️ Members + nonmembers welcome
🏈 Registration stays open until tickets sell out

Get registered and get your size locked in!

https://tinyurl.com/3psh8vw5

🏈 AEC AFTER HOURS: JAGS EDITION

SMPS North Florida is heading to the Jags game, and we're bringing a little something extra.

Register to join us and score a FREE limited-edition SMPS game day tee designed just for this event. 👀

The design? Still under wraps.

The quantity? Definitely limited.

Grab your spot + your tee before they're gone! 🐆

** Sign up by 8/20 to secure your size | Registration is open to members and nonmembers until tickets run out! https://tinyurl.com/3psh8vw5

Behind every great chapter is a team of volunteers who make it all happen.

The educational programs. The networking events. The communications. The partnerships. The welcoming atmosphere.

Those experiences don't happen by chance, they're created by members who choose to get involved. Now, we're looking for the next group of members who want to help make those experiences possible.

2027 SMPS North Florida Board of Directors nominations are officially open.

If you've been looking for a meaningful way to contribute to the chapter, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply here:
https://forms.gle/9DMXuVqxf6FChA6G6

📅 Nominations close August 31.

Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected].

We'll see you next Wednesday at Social House Coffee for our next Coffee Connections!

We're excited to reconnect with everyone and see some new faces. Come enjoy a coffee on us!

Free for Members and their guests. Register Today!
8:30 - 9:30 AM l Wednesday, August 19

Register for free: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=107&ts=1786544073

Registration now open to all! Down to the last few tickets, don't miss out!

🐆We're going to the Jags game, and we want you to join us!🏈

Spots are limited so register soon!

Get ready for one of our most anticipated networking events of the year as we head to EverBank Stadium to cheer on the Jacksonville Jaguars as they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a pre-season showdown.

We're kicking off the night with a special pre-game tailgate hosted by W.W. Gay, giving attendees the opportunity to connect with fellow AEC professionals before heading into the stadium to cheer on the Jaguars.

Pre-Game Tailgate Details:
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, August 28, 2026 | 5:30 PM
📍 Location: 1738 E Adams Street | Railcar #18

When you arrive at the gate, let them know you're with W.W Gay, and you'll be directed where to go!

Tailgate includes:
🚃 Air-conditioned comfort in a unique railcar converted into a private hospitality space
🚻 Private restroom access for added convenience
💺 Comfortable seating and lounge areas to relax, socialize, and connect before the game
🍸 Complimentary beverages, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options
🥨 Small snacks and treats

Game Details
Date & Time: Friday, August 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM Kickoff
Game: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Location: EverBank Stadium (1 EverBank Stadium Dr)

Registration
Ticket Price: $85

Special Attendee Gift!
We're planning a special surprise for all registered attendees. During registration, you'll be asked to select your preferred shirt size. Register by August 20 to guarantee your size selection. Registrations received after August 20 will receive an XL shirt by default.

Reserve Your Spot Today!
Seats are limited, and this event is expected to sell out. Register early to secure your ticket and join fellow SMPS members for an evening of football, networking, and team spirit.

https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=105&ts=1781119328

📷 A picture is worth a thousand words, whether you're putting together a proposal, award package, or announcing to the public, your project's photos can make all the difference.

Our upcoming session will focus on the practical side of project photography, giving you the tools to get the images you actually need to support marketing and business development efforts.

You'll be guided by Glenn D. Hettinger, a nationally recognized architectural photographer and registered architect with over 40 years of experience in the design and construction industry.

What You’ll Learn (1 CEU):

✅ How to plan project photography that supports marketing and business development goals
❓ What to ask for and prioritize to ensure you get the images you actually need
🏢 How to prepare projects and coordinate a successful shoot (what makes a space photo-ready)
📸 How to work effectively with a photographer to get better results
💸 How to avoid common mistakes and maximize your investment

🗓️ When:
August 12, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

📍 Where:
NEFBA Office
4932 Sunbeam Road
Jacksonville, FL 32257

Register Today: https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=103&ts=1782248169

🐆We're going to the Jags game, and we want you to join us!🏈

Spots are limited so register soon!

Get ready for one of our most anticipated networking events of the year as we head to EverBank Stadium to cheer on the Jacksonville Jaguars as they take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a pre-season showdown.

We're kicking off the night with a special pre-game tailgate hosted by W.W. Gay, giving attendees the opportunity to connect with fellow AEC professionals before heading into the stadium to cheer on the Jaguars.

Pre-Game Tailgate Details:
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, August 28, 2026 | 5:30 PM
📍 Location: 1738 E Adams Street | Railcar #18

When you arrive at the gate, let them know you're with W.W Gay, and you'll be directed where to go!

Tailgate includes:
🚃 Air-conditioned comfort in a unique railcar converted into a private hospitality space
🚻 Private restroom access for added convenience
💺 Comfortable seating and lounge areas to relax, socialize, and connect before the game
🍸 Complimentary beverages, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options
🥨 Small snacks and treats

Game Details
Date & Time: Friday, August 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM Kickoff
Game: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Location: EverBank Stadium (1 EverBank Stadium Dr)

Registration
Ticket Price: $85

Special Attendee Gift!
We're planning a special surprise for all registered attendees. During registration, you'll be asked to select your preferred shirt size. Register by August 20 to guarantee your size selection. Registrations received after August 20 will receive an XL shirt by default.

Reserve Your Spot Today!
Seats are limited, and this event is expected to sell out. Register early to secure your ticket and join fellow SMPS members for an evening of football, networking, and team spirit.

https://smpsnorthflorida.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=105&ts=1781119328

The future of SMPS North Florida is shaped by dedicated volunteers, and we're looking for our next group of chapter leaders!

🗓️ 2027 Board of Directors nominations open today and close August 31.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, develop your leadership skills, or become more involved with the chapter, board service is a rewarding way to make an impact.

Questions? We'd love to chat! Reach us at [email protected]

Submit your nomination here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCygkYVrd0eDD4TfwaMDNujOVB2JUnCmOZ2yPABWFhg1BnsA/viewform?usp=header