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 […]
*Member Only Event* Join SMPS Wichita as we work together to make Wichita an even better place to live, work and play. We'll be hosting a focus group for Project Wichita at the Petroleum Club, facilitated by a member of Project Wichita. Data from the session will be used to create an action plan and identify strategic steps […]
SMPS, AIA, SKEAM, IIDA, NAWIC, USGBC, and IFMA are excited for your interest in the 2018 Garden Party at Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House! This is a networking event for the Wichita Design Community for people in our industry to mingle and get to know other organizations better. Docents will be avalible to give tours […]
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 […]
Join SMPS Wichita for breakfast, networking and a webinar sunny side up. FREE for members, only $20 for non-members. Business development isn't rocket science—it's people science. It requires discipline, organization, and the ability to read people. Whether your clients are public or private, there are strategies to win business. Successful business developers understand that developing […]
In today's hyper competitive environment, companies must continually re-assess their proposal strategies in order to win work. The question of "How can we earn a few more evaluation points?" should always be at the forefront of the marketing professional's mind. With a better understanding of how Clients are seeking to minimize their risks and costs, […]
