SMPS Wichita

AI Stole My Marketing Job... And Made Me Better At It
2025-11-12 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Evergy Connect, 111 Ellis St, Wichita, KS, 67211, United States
Event Details

Join us for a watch party of the latest program from SMPS Southeast Louisiana!
The AEC industry is experiencing an AI revolution that’s transforming how marketing and business development professionals work, yet most firms are paralyzed between executive pressure to “use AI” and zero guidance on how to actually do it. As a marketing operations tech nerd who’s been in the trenches testing AI tools, Julie will share real-world examples of how AI is already reshaping the AEC industry and reveal which manual tasks you should be handing off to AI right now. You’ll discover practical ways to experiment with AI tools without breaking your workflow, plus the mindset shifts that separate the professionals thriving in this tech revolution from those getting left behind. Stop fearing the AI takeover and start leveraging it to become the marketing powerhouse your firm didn’t know it needed.
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SPEAKER: JULIE HUVAL, FSMPS, CPSM
Owner, Marketing Operations Advisor

Julie Huval, FSMPS, CPSM is the owner of Marketing Operations Advisor and helps companies improve the business of marketing. Based in Dallas, Julie has been in the AEC industry for 20 years and has grown various marketing departments and companies throughout her career. She is a sought-after industry author and public speaker on marketing, technology, and business leadership.

SMPS Post-Holiday Party
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:30
Join SMPS Wichita for our annual Post-Holiday Party and New Year Social! Celebrate the start of 2025 with your fellow marketing and business development professionals in a relaxed, festive setting. Enjoy great company, delicious food and drinks, and good conversation as we kick off another year of networking, learning, and growth. Whether you’re reconnecting with long-time colleagues or meeting new members, this event is the perfect way to shake off the winter blues and jumpstart your year with SMPS.

Developer Dialogue: A Panel Discussion
2026-02-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Larkspur | Bistro & Bar, 904 East Douglas Avenue, Wichita, KS 67202, Wichita, KS, 67202, US
Join SMPS Wichita for an engaging conversation on the pulse of Wichita’s development landscape. This exclusive panel brings together industry leaders George Laham and Stephanie Wise to share insights, experiences, and perspectives shaping the future of our city.
The discussion will dive into key topics influencing successful projects today, including:

Market conditions, risk, and timing
Design and construction collaboration
Public sector partnerships, incentives, and approvals
Community impact and workforce considerations
Advice for navigating what’s next in Wichita development

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from two of Wichita’s most respected voices in real estate and development — and connect with fellow A/E/C and business professionals eager to keep our community growing.
SMPS Wichita members are encouraged to bring a firm leader or principal to this event at the member rate. It’s a perfect chance to introduce firm leaders to the value of SMPS involvement!
Lunch will be provided.

Jobsite Tour: Wichita Multi-Modal Transit Facility
2026-03-25 16:00 - 18:00
Join SMPS Wichita for a behind-the-scenes jobsite tour of the almost complete Wichita Multi-Modal Transit Facility (aka The Hub), followed by a casual networking social across the street at The Monarch.
Whether you’re there for the construction insights, the social connection, or both, we’ve got something for you!
Spots are limited—don’t miss this chance to explore, connect, and unwind with A/E/C peers!
