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20 Best Practices For AEC Proposals: Part 4

Posted on Oct. 9, 2013  /  News You Can Use  /  Subscribe 0

What better way to wrap up this series, than with a few tips for review and quality control? Hopefully I’m not alone, in that when it comes to the near-end of the proposal process — I want to throw my hands up in the air and say, just let it be done!

Guru Guidance Mentoring Begins its Sixth Year

Posted on Sep. 29, 2013  /  News You Can Use  /  Subscribe 0

Now that fall has arrived, we are excited to begin another year of Guru Guidance, the SMPS DC Chapter’s mentoring program! Interested? We are currently looking for new participants - mentees and gurus alike!

What happens to your SMPS Membership when you move firms?

Posted on Sep. 18, 2013  /  News You Can Use, Community Outreach  /  Subscribe 0

Moving to different firms is typical in our industry; something SMPS considered when determining the terms of our membership. So what happens if you take a position at a different A/E/C company?

20 Best Practices For AEC Proposals: Part 3

Posted on Sep. 10, 2013  /  News You Can Use  /  Subscribe 0

SMPS DC Kick Off Event at Policy

Posted on Sep. 6, 2013  /  News You Can Use, Chapter Announcements  /  Subscribe 0

SMPS DC is excited to host its annual Kick Off event on September 19th at award-winning Policy restaurant and lounge located in the thriving U Street neighborhood.

August Membership Drive

Posted on Jul. 29, 2013  /  News You Can Use, Chapter Announcements, Community Outreach  /  Subscribe 0

On the fence about membership in SMPS? The DC Chapter is offering several exciting incentives for those who join during the month of August!

3 Reasons for Your Firm to Get Involved at DesignDC 2013

Posted on Jul. 25, 2013  /  News You Can Use  /  Subscribe 0

DesignDC is the only regional educational conference co-sponsored by all three area chapters of the AIA.

Announcing the SMPS DC 2013-2014 Board of Directors

Posted on Jul. 19, 2013  /  News You Can Use  /  Subscribe 0

Join Us at the Summer Celebration for the Board of Directors election.

SMPS DC Second Annual Summer Celebration

Posted on Jul. 16, 2013  /  News You Can Use, Event Recap  /  Subscribe 0

On June 20th SMPS DC hosted its 2nd annual Summer Celebration at RTKL’s office on 2101 L Street NW. The outdoor patio was a perfect location for this year’s event as guests had great views into the design firm’s cool interior space.

Local Procurement Opportunities in Alexandria, Arlington, and Montgomery Counties

Posted on Jun. 26, 2013  /  News You Can Use, Event Recap  /  Subscribe 0

On June 26, 2013 SMPS DC brought together local government agencies that do have money and are looking for our help.