With deadlines all around us, marketers are often put in the not-so-envious position of choosing between doing things fast and doing things well. This webinar will discuss the importance of editorial quality in proposals (and other marketing collateral!). We'll discuss some writing and editing basics, such as frequently confused words and avoiding the passive voice. […]

For the first time ever, there are five different generations working side by side in organizations. This wide variety of experiences and viewpoints can lead to frustration and conflict, but it can also bring a richness of diversity if managed well. This presentation will help participants to identify the major generational sticking points in the […]

With the recent Century II committee announcement from Mayor Jeff Longwell, momentum is building for changes to Wichita’s convention and performing arts center. Join SMPS on March 14 for a tour of Century II. John D’Angelo, Director of Century II, will lead us on a tour to learn the challenges faced with hosting a wide […]

Join SMPS Wichita for breakfast, networking and a webinar sunny side up. Free for members, only $15 for non-members. The photos you receive aren’t always perfect. And your deadlines and budgets are never big enough. In this informative learning lab, you’ll gain tips and techniques for fixing up your photographs. During the lab, you'll learn […]

Learn how to turn an average proposal into a winner in this full-day workshop. Struggle (even occassionally) with a proposal using Adobe InDesign? Wonder how to save time, increase efficiency and step up your design skills? This is the course for you! Get hands-on training and experience using many of the more advanced tools and […]

This session will be designed to help marketers develop an elevator pitch that can be used to strategically position themselves or their services. Participants will practice delivering their pitches while gathering feedback from their peers. By the end of the session, participants will have crafted and delivered a persuasive message designed to differentiate themselves from […]

Finance matters. Learn how planning and performance lead to profitability.  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 an understanding of business and accounting […]