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The SMPS Heartland Regional Conference is focused on providing exceptional education and professional development opportunities. The education portion of the conference features relevant, dynamic, interactive presentations on A/E/C marketing and business development trends, strategies and best practices. The conference is hosted by the SMPS Wisconsin Chapter with support from SMPS Heartland Region

al Chapters including Indiana, Columbus, Greater Cincinnati, Michigan, Northeast Ohio, Kentucky, Twin Cities and Chicago.

06/03/2026

✨ Sponsor Spotlight: OpenAsset

Thank you to OpenAsset, a Grand Deco sponsor of the 2026 SMPS Heartland Regional Conference! OpenAsset empowers AEC marketers with a purpose-built digital asset management and proposal platform that helps teams organize content, streamline workflows, and build stronger, more compelling proposals.

We’re proud to have them as a key partner at 2026!

✴️ https://openasset.com/

05/15/2026

Don't miss your opportunity to sponsor the SMPS Heartland Regional Conference 2026!

Sponsoring HRC isn’t just visibility—it’s opportunity. ✨

Gain powerful brand exposure, build meaningful relationships with potential clients and partners, and position your firm as a leader in the AEC community.

Your support helps elevate educational programming, grow membership, and strengthen SMPS as the premier AEC marketing organization in the Heartland Region. 🌟

With a wide range of options from high-visibility conference sponsorships to exhibitor and amenity opportunities there’s a way to engage that aligns with your goals and budget.

https://smpsheartland.org/Become_a_Sponsor

05/05/2026

Cincinnati knows a thing or two about bold ideas and creative expression. The Heartland Regional Conference is celebrating campaigns that rise to the level of art. The Pinnacle Awards are officially open. Submit your work-of-art today! https://smpsheartland.org/Pinnacle_Awards

And there’s no better backdrop than downtown Cincinnati. While you're here - get a sneak peek at BLINK, a four day immersive light and art festival that draws more than 2 million visitors (held the weekend after HRC). Spanning 30+ city blocks across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Blink transforms the region into a nighttime outdoor gallery with large scale projection mapping, interactive light installations, and murals—proof that this region knows how to bring creativity to life.

04/23/2026

🎉 Now Open: Pinnacle Awards Submissions 🎉

The Pinnacle Awards at the SMPS Heartland Regional Conference recognize excellence in marketing and business development across the A/E/C industry. Showcase your most impactful, results-driven work and gain regional recognition.

📅 Submission details, eligibility requirements, and deadlines are available on https://smpsheartland.org/.

Don’t miss the chance to put your best work in the spotlight.

04/10/2026

✨ Sponsorship Opportunities are now open ✨

This is your chance to connect with A/E/C marketing leaders, increase brand visibility, and support professional development across the Heartland region.

Be one of the event sponsors. From social media shout outs to event signage, there’s an option to fit every budget and business goal.

Explore sponsorship opportunities and snag them before they're gone!
✴️ https://smpsheartland.org

03/30/2026

Hey there, early BIRDS! Early bird registration is officially OPEN for Heartland Regional Conference! Lock in your spot (and your savings) for a can’t miss experience. https://smpsheartland.org/

Bringing a flock? Register 5 or more from your firm and snag an extra $50 off registration. Email [email protected] for a discount code.

You can see all these early birds and more at the iconic Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden while you're here 9/30 - 10/2! One of the oldest zoos in the nation, it's ranked #3 Best Zoo and #1 Best Botanical Garden (and home to the world-famous hippo, Fiona).

03/17/2026

REIMAGINE. REINVENT. REVIVE.

Registration is officially open for the 2026 SMPS Heartland Regional Conference, happening September 30–October 2, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Over three energizing days, marketing and business development professionals from across the Heartland region will come together to share ideas, build meaningful connections, and explore the strategies shaping the future of the A/E/C industry.

Set in the dynamic city of Cincinnati—where historic charm meets modern innovation—HRC 2026 challenges you to rethink how we connect, reinvent how we work, and revive the passion that drives impact within our firms and communities.

✨ What you’ll experience:
• Insights from industry leaders and innovative thinkers
• Emerging trends shaping the A/E/C industry
• Meaningful connections with 200+ A/E/C marketers and BD professionals
• Practical strategies you can put to work right away

🎟️ Early-bird pricing available through June 16 at 8:00 a.m. EDT
💰 Save $50 per ticket when you register as a team (5+ attendees)
🔗 Learn more and register at https://smpsheartland.org/

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02/27/2026

⏰ DEADLINE EXTENDED: CALL FOR SPEAKERS
There’s still time to share your voice at the 2026 SMPS Heartland Regional Conference — the Call for Speakers deadline has been extended to March 6!

📍 Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza | Cincinnati, OH
📅 September 30 – October 2, 2026
🎯 Theme: REIMAGINE. REINVENT. REVIVE.

Submit that session idea you’ve been refining — or the one you’ve been meaning to pitch but haven’t hit “send” on yet.

We’re looking for bold thinkers, storytellers, and changemakers ready to:
✨ Reimagine what’s possible in A/E/C marketing and business development
✨ Reinvent how we lead, connect, and grow
✨ Revive people, places, and communities through meaningful impact
✨ Deliver practical, actionable takeaways attendees can use right away

The SMPS Heartland Regional Conference brings together A/E/C marketers and business developers from across the Midwest for an elevated, intimate professional experience — and your expertise can help shape the conversations that define HRC 2026.

👉 Submit your proposal by March 6 and join us in Cincinnati as we reimagine the future, reinvent our roles, and revive the spirit of our industry.

https://smpsheartland.org/callforspeakers

01/30/2026

📢 Calling all and industry experts and thought leaders! We're on the lookout for dynamic speakers to join our conference lineup. Share your innovative ideas, strategies, and experiences to help professionals excel in their careers. Be part of our speaker roster and inspire the next generation of professional service marketing leaders!

Learn more: 👉 https://smpsheartland.org/callforspeakers

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04/24/2024

Hope to see you on Thursday, April 25th at 4:15 p.m. at the HRC for a captivating session with David Lecours on "Culture Design: A Playbook for Attracting Great Clients and Talent."

David will delve into the HOW of proactive culture design, covering values, benefits, storytelling, language, rituals, and artifacts. Gain insights from best practices of A/E/C firms using culture as a powerful differentiator.

Here's more about the session https://smpsheartland.starchapter.com/images/LI_Sesssions_Kit10.jpg

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Indianapolis, IN

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http://www.smpsheartland.org/

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