CSMPS Marketing & Business Development Symposium (Tue, September 22, 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The CSMPS 2026 Marketing Symposium brings together marketing, proposal, and business development professionals from across the AEC industry for a full day of learning, inspiration, and networking

Explore leadership development, client relationship strategies, brand positioning, proposal excellence, and pursuit planning through a dynamic program featuring a keynote presentation, an industry panel discussion, interactive lightning talks, and dedicated networking opportunities.

Why Attend?

Learn from respected industry leaders and experts
Gain practical tools and strategies you can apply immediately
Explore emerging trends in marketing and business development
Hear diverse perspectives from architecture, engineering, and construction professionals
Expand your professional network through dedicated networking sessions

Event Agenda:

8:00 – 8:45 AM - Registration & Breakfast

9:00 – 9:05 AM - Welcome & Introductions

9:05 – 10:05 AM - Keynote Presentation Dr. Will Ferry, P.Eng. | Will Ferry Group

Workshop: Not the Boss but Still Need Buy-In? How to Influence Without Authority in Professional Services

Designed for emerging leaders, project leads, and professionals who need to influence peers, clients, or cross-functional partners

10:05 – 10:30 AM - Coffee & Networking Break

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM- Panel Discussion

Client Experience & Relationship Marketing / Business Development

An interactive panel bringing together professionals to discuss how organizations are building stronger client relationships, creating exceptional client experiences, and driving business growth.

12:00 – 1:00 PM - Lunch

Lightning Talks

1:00 – 1:45 PM - Coming soon

1:45 – 2:30 PM - Proposal Strategy & Win Themes - Loraleigh Kovacik, VP Business Development, RAM Consulting

Learn practical approaches for developing compelling proposal strategies and effective win themes that resonate with clients and improve pursuit outcomes.

2:30 – 3:00 PM - Coffee & Networking Break

3:00 – 3:45 PM - Indigenous Relations & Social Procurement - Marc Pinkoski, Indigenous Relations, BTY Group Victoria

Gain insights into the growing importance of Indigenous engagement, reconciliation initiatives, and social procurement practices within project delivery and business development.

3:45 – 4:30 PM - Managing Pursuit Teams: Personalities, Priorities & Performance - Jennifer Sung, Business Development Manager, Western Canada, WSP in Canada

Gain insights on leading successful pursuit teams through effective collaboration, communication, and performance management.

4:30 – 5:30 PM - Networking Reception & Closing

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