SMPS Nashville

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Our Valentine hypes us up! Join us next week at The Power of a Marketing Leader with Damion Morris, CPSM. Register now at smpsnashville.org

Join us on February 22 and learn how to elevate your influence and increase your impact as an AEC marketer. Drawing from an unprecedented research study encompassing data from over 8,600 marketing leaders across 170 countries, Damion Morris, CPSM, will share ways to delve into the secrets of remarkable marketing leaders - how they mold their companies, careers, and futures - and, most importantly, how you can do the same!

More info and a link to register can be found here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=232&ts=1706625567

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of unity and progress this . Together, we can inspire change and foster a community of inclusivity.

We're excited for our president, Rebecca Ozols Goss, to join the Nashville Changemakers as they discuss empathetic leadership, Nashville's trajectory, and the advice they’d give their younger selves! Hope to see lots of our friends there. https://www.cre615.com/changemakers-2024

Cheers to festive spirits and a season of thanks! Big shoutout to our awesome members, partners, and sponsors for making the SMPS Nashville family so fantastic! Wishing you all a holiday season filled with laughter, love, and shared successes. Let's celebrate!

A heartfelt shout-out to platinum-level sponsor Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. for championing SMPS Nashville in 2023-2024! 🙌

Their unwavering support fuels SMPS Nashville's mission to thrive in the AEC industry. SSR, a 100% employee-owned firm, exemplifies excellence in engineering, commissioning, sustainability, and technology + equipment planning. Their dedication, showcased in projects like Interstate 440, Nashville International Airport, Bridgestone Arena, and Vanderbilt University, speaks volumes.
Thank you for being a driving force behind our success!

Big thanks to AJ Bahou, Bradley's AI practice leader, for decoding the mysteries of AI in AEC at our latest event! Shoutout to everyone who joined in person and virtually, making it our biggest education event yet. Special kudos to Southeast Venture for hosting us! Let's keep the conversation going!

We're feasting on gratitude this Thanksgiving! 🍂🦃

We are thankful for the incredible support of our SMPS Nashville members, partners, and sponsors. We're truly blessed to have you all in our professional family. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us!

Join us virtually on Tuesday, November 28 at noon for a deep dive into the future of the AEC industry!
In-person tickets to our ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE AEC INDUSTRY education event have sold out, but we have a virtual option for members and non-members. Join us by registering here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=230&ts=1700068963
Discover how AI is reshaping the AEC landscape! Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront of innovation in our industry.

Thank you to everyone who made our Manufacturing Momentum a resounding success! We're grateful to the incredible panelists, our generous sponsors, and all our attendees who made this event possible. The house was packed, and the energy was electric! Let's keep the momentum going together.

Today marks the final call for registration! You definitely don't want to miss out on this event. Secure your spot here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1698159988

As Manufacturing Momentum rapidly approaches, we would like to introduce our moderator, Scott Shelby!
Scott is a Vice President and Project Executive at JE Dunn Construction, Middle Tennessee’s largest general contractor. Scott leads large, complex projects with collaborative delivery methods and large numbers of stakeholders. His project experience includes overseeing the 1 million square foot design-build modernization program at Nashville International Airport. Scott’s diverse experience also includes Nashville’s new United States Courthouse, the terminal modernization at Asheville Regional Airport, as well as multiple projects for defense contractors and the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
He brings over 25 years of industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Pittsburg State University.
To register, visit: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1698159988

We're excited to announce a new panelist for our November 1 Manufacturing Momentum lunch program! Geewoo Kim leads the Innovation/Administration team for LG Electronics USA, Inc. and will be joining us to share insight about the opportunities industrial clients are bringing to the state of Tennessee. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to meet some incredible industry leaders. Register here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1698159988

Meet Bryan Farlow!
With over 14 years of industry experience, Bryan oversees Thomas & Hutton’s economic development and site selection activities across the US. Partnering with local and state-level economic development agencies, Bryan helps clients develop a vision for attracting industries to locate and expand in their communities through multi-faceted engineering services, including land analysis, planning, design, and site selection activities assistance. Bryan also leads efforts for corporate clients to locate, analyze, and select new locations for expanding operations in the United States.
Bryan’s previous positions at the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development and Jobs Ohio give him a dynamic background in workforce development, regional planning, business development, business recruitment, site development, and site certification for domestic and international industries. After departing the public sector, Bryan co-founded a site selection firm focused on foreign direct investment and first-time entry into the US market. Before joining Thomas & Hutton, his most recent role was as Client Development Manager for a nationwide science and engineering consulting firm. A graduate of Tennessee Wesleyan University, Bryan went on to the Economic Development Institute at the University of Oklahoma. He is an active member of the Tennessee Economic Development Council and Southern Economic Development Council and serves on his alma mater, Tennessee Wesleyan University’s Business Advisory Council.
To learn more and register, visit https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1695676966

Up next: Meryl Harris!
Meryl Harris serves as a Target Market Specialist for TVA Economic Development. Her primary role is to actively recruit companies in the clean technologies industry to locate and expand in TVA’s seven-state region by providing site-selection services. Before joining TVA, Harris served as Director of Business Development for the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development where she led recruitment and project management for various industry sectors for the State of Tennessee, including Headquarters relocation Clean Energy and Life Science. Harris previously served as Assistant General Counsel for the State of Tennessee Department of General Services.
Harris graduated from Vanderbilt University, holds a Juris Doctorate degree from Belmont University College of Law and is a member of the State of Tennessee Bar Association.

To learn more about next month's Manufacturing Momentum and register, visit https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1695676966

We’re excited to hear from some amazing experts at next month’s Manufacturing Momentum program!
Josh Ward is a Nashville native with a background in recruitment, commercial real estate, and economic development that moved to Clarksville after graduating from MTSU with a bachelor’s degree in communications. He helped countless businesses find office, retail, and warehouse space during his role as Commercial Property manager with Millan Enterprises from 2017 to 2021 and has supported IDB economic development efforts as director of Economic Development since joining the team in October of 2021.
“I am passionate about connecting companies with the right resources, land, workforce, and our great community,” said Ward. “I believe Clarksville is one of Tennessee’s top spots, not just geographically but economically.”

Register here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1695676966

The moment has arrived! A huge shoutout to DWC Construction for graciously hosting us tonight. We can't wait to welcome everyone and introduce our new board. See you there!

A big thanks to our member firms who donated giveaways for Taste of SMPS. We can't wait to see you on Wednesday! DWC Construction BELL Construction Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.JE Dunn ConstructionKCI Technologies Inc. Register here https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=228&ts=1695671690

Save the date! Our fall lunch program, Manufacturing Momentum: Building Middle Tennessee Together, will be held November 1 at 11 a.m. at Greater Nashville Technology Council's Tech Hill Commons. We'll hear from a panel of industry experts about how Tennessee's success in attracting advanced manufacturers has paved a path for exciting growth in the industrial space. Register and learn more here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=229&ts=1695676966

Planning to join us at Taste of SMPS on October 4? Get one entry in our prize giveaway drawing for each follow of the SMPS Nashville accounts on Instagram and LinkedIn, and a bonus entry for sharing our November programs event on LinkedIn. Must be present to win.

Meet the 2023-2024 SMPS Nashville Board Members! This is going to be a great year and we are excited to kick it off with Taste of SMPS on October 4. To register, visit https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=228&ts=1694630441 FREE for SMPS members! See you there!

Meet your new Nashville board members, network with some of the coolest people in our industry, and potentially score tickets to a Nashville SC game. Mark your calendar!

We are headed to Nashville Yards! Join us for the last summer site visit. After the tour, stick around for a happy hour. Free for SMPS and AEC PW members! Register here: https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=227&ts=1693588032
Thanks BELL Construction for sponsoring this event!
Like always, make sure you have your PPE!

Fun Fact: As a member of SMPS Nashville, you have access to free and reduced pricing for other SMPS chapter events! Check out SMPS Ozarks next online seminar - AI 101 and Innovative Tools, featuring Kristin Kautz, CPSM and Lori Grubb, CPSM. Only $40 for SMPS members! For information and to sign up, visit, https://smpsozarks.org/meetinginfo.php

SMPS Ozarks Chapter - Meeting/Event Information Join us for a hands-on seminar all about AI! Led by Kristin Kautz and Lori Grubbs from JAM Idea Agency, this session will provide insights, tools, and case studies to enhance your efficiency while also preparing for the future impact of AI.

We had a great site visit yesterday at Williamson Medical Center. Thanks Je Dunn Construction and Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. for partnering with us on this event!
Be sure to watch for the next site visit signup!

Don’t forget to register for our next Summer Site Series! Next stop, Williamson Medical Center. FREE for SMPS & AEC Power Women Members.

Register at https://smpsnashville.org/meetinginfo.php?id=226&ts=1691435360

We want to give a shout-out to Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. for their generous support of SMPS Nashville as a platinum sponsor! Their contributions have been invaluable to our organization.

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) is a 100% employee-owned engineering and consulting firm that believes in putting people first. Their clients are the driving force behind their dedication to providing engineering, commissioning, sustainability, and technology + equipment planning solutions. Leveraging their more than 50 years of experience, SSR is focused on providing exceptional client experiences. SSR’s recent projects in Nashville include work on Interstate 440, the Nashville International Airport, Bridgestone Arena, and Vanderbilt University.

Thanks again, SSR! Your support means the world to us.

Thank you to Layton Construction and Hastings Architecture for giving SMPS Nashville and AEC Power Women an inside look into the Vanderbilt University's Residential Colleges! It is rewarding to see the projects our members are helping bring to life.