The new Board of Directors for SMPS Palmetto’s 2025 – 2026 term

The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Palmetto Chapter announced its newly appointed Board of Directors for the 2025 – 2026 term. This distinguished group of accomplished leaders, representing a broad spectrum of the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, is committed to advancing the chapter’s mission by delivering exceptional professional development and fostering valuable networking opportunities for its members.

As dedicated volunteers, the Board of Directors is focused on delivering exceptional professional development programs, expanding networking opportunities, and driving innovative initiatives that empower members to thrive in an ever-evolving industry. Their leadership promises to uphold SMPS Palmetto’s tradition of collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and industry engagement, ensuring continued growth and success for marketing professionals across Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville, SC.

Meet The 2025 – 2026 Board of Directors 

President: Cate Smolinsky
Director of Marketing & Business Development at DWG Consulting Engineers
Charleston, SC

President-Elect: Julie Bartles
Director of Marketing at Hood Construction
Columbia, SC

Past President: Elizabeth Dees
Experience Manager at Trident Construction
Charleston, SC

Secretary: Katie Meyers
Marketing Manager & Principal at Parrish & Partners
Columbia, SC

Treasurer: Kara Thomason
Marketing Specialist at LS3P
Greenville, SC

Programs Director: Patty Tidd
Marketing Coordinator at Hood Construction
Columbia, SC

Programs Co-Director: Liz McCary
Vice President of Marketing at Colliers
Columbia, SC

Education Director: Elizabeth Dees
Experience Manager at Trident Construction
Charleston, SC

Education Co-Director: Carrie Counts
Marketing Manager at Neel-Schaffer, Inc.
Columbia, SC

Membership Director: Nikole Pastore
Senior Marketing Strategist at ECS
Charleston, SC

Communications Director: Parker Stalvey
Marketing Operations Leader at Safeguards Consulting
Columbia, SC

Communications Co-Director: Shelley Smith
Senior Marketing Manager at McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture
Charleston, SC

Sponsorship Director: Brittany Hall
Marketing Coordinator at Colliers
Greenville, SC

Sponsorship Co-Director: Rachel John
Marketing Director & Associate at Boudreaux
Columbia, SC

Advisor: Jehan Wills
Senior Marketing Manager at McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture
Greenville, SC

Advisor: Caitlin Rath
Senior Marking Specialist at Kimley Horn
Charleston, SC

The SMPS Palmetto Chapter is pleased to welcome this esteemed group of talented leaders that will not only further the success of the chapter but also aid in advancing the industry.

 

The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Palmetto Chapter is a dynamic network of marketing and business development professionals from architectural, engineering, planning, interior design, construction, and specialty consulting firms located throughout South Carolina. The chapter provides its members with opportunities for professional development, networking, and leadership growth within the AEC industry.