2026 Gala
Celebrating 40 Years of SMPS South Florida
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A Night Beneath the Palms
SMPS South Florida 40-Year Anniversary Gala Event
It is with great pride and excitement that we invite you to join us as we celebrate a remarkable milestone, the 40th Anniversary of SMPS South Florida.
For four decades, our chapter has connected, educated, and inspired marketing and business development professionals throughout South Florida's architecture, engineering, and construction community. Together, we have built lasting relationships, developed industry leaders, and advanced the profession. Now, it's time to celebrate the people, partnerships, and achievements that have made our chapter what it is today.
Please join us for our 40th Anniversary Gala, A Night Beneath the Palms, on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Hilton West Palm Beach. This special evening will bring together members, past leaders, industry partners, and friends of the chapter to honor our history, celebrate our accomplishments, and launch what will become a new annual tradition for SMPS South Florida.
The evening will feature:
- Recognition of our 2026 Board of Directors
- A special tribute to our Past Presidents
- Introduction of our 2027 Board of Directors
- Presentation of our PALM Awards (Professional Achievement and Leadership in AEC Marketing)
- Networking, celebration, and an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and friends who have contributed to our chapter's success over the years
As we commemorate this milestone, we encourage you to participate in three meaningful ways:
Attend the Gala
Be part of this landmark celebration as we honor 40 years of leadership, innovation, and community. Whether you are a long-time member, a past chapter leader, a sponsor, or new to SMPS, we hope you will join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating our chapter's legacy and helping us establish a signature event that will continue for years to come.
Submit for an Award
Our PALM Awards (Professional Achievement and Leadership in AEC Marketing) recognize the outstanding achievements, creativity, leadership, and impact of professionals and firms throughout our A/E/C community. We encourage you to showcase your accomplishments and submit your best work for consideration as we celebrate excellence across our industry.
submit for an award
Download the complete award submission package, including full judging criteria.
Become a Sponsor
Help us make this milestone celebration truly extraordinary while supporting the future of our chapter. Sponsorship offers valuable visibility for your firm among industry leaders, marketers, business developers, and decision-makers from across South Florida. More importantly, your support enables SMPS South Florida to continue delivering meaningful programming, professional development, networking opportunities, and member resources throughout the year.
A variety of sponsorship opportunities and branding packages are available, and we invite you to review the attached brochure for details. Sponsorships are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage early participation.
become a sponsor
As we reflect on the past 40 years, we are grateful for the members, volunteers, sponsors, and leaders whose dedication has shaped our chapter's success. We look forward to celebrating this important milestone together and raising a glass to the next chapter of SMPS South Florida.
Tickets
Register today. Submit your award entries. Secure your sponsorship. Most importantly, join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate our past, honor our present, and invest in our future.
Warm regards,
Kelly Stout
President, SMPS South Florida
Strategic Growth Manager, DRMP
For sponsorship opportunities or questions, please contact:
Gina Ferrari-Kow
2026 Sponsorship Director
[email protected]
Celebrate. Recognize. Support.
Attend the Gala. Submit for an Award. Become a Sponsor.
