Meet the SMPS Seattle Board of Directors for the 2020/2021 Year
Congratulations to the SMPS Seattle 2020/2021 Board of Directors! This slate of officers was approved by members on June 26, 2020. Their term officially begins September 1, 2020 and runs through August 31, 2021. |
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Melanie Cochrun, CPSM | Director of Marketing + Communications, |
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Liz Wasson Coleman | Marketing Director, Johnston Architects |
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Heidi Maki | Associate Principal, Marketing & BD, Swenson Say Faget |
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Megan Bergstrom | Marketing Manager, PCS Structural Solutions |
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Mary Bruenn | Marketing Coordinator, NEXUS bec, Inc. Although she did not intend to enter the AEC industry, Mary worked her way into a marketing role almost 6 years ago. As she learned on the job, she fell in love with the intricacies of this corner of marketing. Without looking back, her self-driven and self-taught career has benefitted greatly by not having to do it alone. SMPS has been the mentor she needed to fill the knowledge gaps. She has given back to the organization that has given her wings (or was that Red Bull) by volunteering on the treasury committee for over three years. She is looking forward to being able to make a bigger return on the investment SMPS has made in her by assuming the role of Treasurer. |
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Karen Sullivan | Business Development Manager, Wood Harbinger Karen joined SMPS 2017 and quickly recognized her tribe. A life-long learner she is passionate about education and committed to bringing quality programs to the chapter. As the Business Development Manager at Wood Harbinger, Karen connects the dots between project opportunities, clients, owners, and her technical staff. She is also responsible for developing and implementing the firm’s strategic marketing plan. |
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Bill Michie | Marketing Manager, Lydig Construction Bill has been an AEC marketer for 12 years and a SMPS member just as long. Over his career he served SMPS as a committee member, chair, director, and speaker. As the Marketing Manager for Lydig Construction’s western region, he leads all marketing and communication efforts focused on growth, strategic planning, pursuits, and branding. |
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Ranjana Sterling | Marketing Manager, Blueline Ranjana is the Marketing Manager at Blueline and loves the all-hands-on-deck approach at her firm and enjoys wearing many hats (accessories!) in her role. In addition to coordinating proposal production, she also supports marketing, social media, and public relations strategies; marketing material and content creation; tracking business development plans and efforts; and managing the website and brand. |
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Rebecca Crouse | Marketing Specialist, David Evans and Associates, Inc. |
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Jessica Congdon | Marketing Coordinator, Schuchart Jessica is the Marketing Coordinator at Schuchart. She has nearly six years of experience working in the A/E/C industry. At Schuchart, she manages proposals, photography, the website, branded company merchandise, and marketing collateral among other things. She is also heavily involved in Schuchart’s Giving Committee helping organize the company’s charitable events and annual campaigns. |
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Sandy Chapin | Marketing and Communications Manager, UMC Twenty years in A/E/C marketing and a long history serving SMPS, including 2013-14 Seattle President, has given Sandy a strong understanding of our members’ needs. She is currently Marketing and Communication Manager at UMC. She's excited to rejoin the board and work for the future of SMPS Seattle as Senior Advisor. |