Tucked in downtown Nashville and reflecting the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee, one of the largest construction projects in recent history is being completed. The May meeting for SMPS will give members a behind-the-scenes tour of the project, months before the facility is slated to open.

The construction of the new Music City Center is playing a major role in Nashville’s infrastructure and economy by providing jobs for local individuals and business opportunities for local companies. To date, more than 415 local vendors, contractors, and service providers have received work through the project.

Due to the constraints of the site, this is a MEMBERS-ONLY EVENT and is limited to the FIRST 40 ATTENDEES. As this is a construction site, the individuals on the tour are required to wear hard sole shoes, preferably work boots, and normal jobsite attire (i.e. no high heels, skirts, and sleeveless shirts). Personal Protective Equipment for the tour can be provided (hard hats, safety glasses, and vests), but individuals are encouraged to bring their own.

Following the tour, we are inviting all members and non-members to a social/networking event at Past Perfect in downtown Nashville, located at 122 3rd Avenue South, beginning at 4:00 pm. Appetizers and two drink tickets will be provided.

SMPS Members-Only Tour:

WHEN

Monday, May 21, 3:00 pm

WHERE

Details on parking and where to meet will be provided to members after they register.

Event Registration for SMPS Members, which includes Social/Networking Event:

SMPS Members – $20.00

Social/Networking Event, Open to Non-Members and SMPS Affiliates:

WHERE

Past Perfect, 122 3rd Ave. South

WHEN

4:00 pm

Affiliates – $25.00

Non-Members – $35.00

Tim Bent, Director, Environmental Affairs for Bridgestone Americas, will share why Bridgestone strives for sustainability in every project they undertake, what has worked for them and lessons learned.

WHEN
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

This is a breakfast meeting. PLEASE NOTE EARLIER TIME

WHERE
Adventure Science Center
800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203
615-862-5160

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Government-funded projects often require a small business partnership, whether a federal, state or local agency. Hear from small business liaisons with these organizations at the March SMPS membership luncheon. This will be a great networking opportunity for small and large businesses alike.

Roy Rossignol, Chief, Small Business Office
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District

Michelle A. Lane, Program Director
Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance (BAO)

Sheila Simpson, Program Director
Governor’s Office of Diversity Business Enterprise (GODBE)

When
Monday, March 19, 2012
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Where
Adventure Science Center
800 Fort Negley Blvd
Nashville, Tennessee 37203
615-862-5160

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Over the next decade and beyond, Metro must spend as much as $1.5 billion to comply with an Environmental Protection Agency-mandated upgrade to its sewer system just to become compliant with state and federal guidelines.

Ron Taylor, Project Manager
Metro Water Services’ Clean Water Program

The Southeastern Regional Conference Committee is happy to announce that session topics and speakers have been posted on the website.

Famous for educational opportunities, the SMPS Southeastern Regional Conference will undoubtedly live up to your expectations. Covering the hottest topics, you’ll go home prepared to jump start your company’s marketing program and your career. Now is the time to review the topics – click on full schedule for details.

The EARLY BIRD SPECIAL saves members $100 (early-bird member rate is $445) if you register before February 18th – so register TODAY!

Other items to note:
+ Great opportunities for sponsors or exhibitors!
+ Huge networking opportunities, including the Thursday Night Social – which is open to the A/E/C industry.
+ Don’t forget to reserve your room at the Charlotte Marriott City Center.

Visit the Southeastern Regional Conference Website for more information!

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Healthcare projects are some of the most complex in the industry, and they’re happening right here in middle Tennessee. This is a rare opportunity to hear from healthcare clients in person at our next SMPS membership luncheon.

Panelists will include:

J. Cyril Stewart, AIA
Director – Facility Planning
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Gordon Carlisle
VP, Facilities, Design & Construction
Community Health Systems

Exley Hill
President
American Health Facilities Development

The event will take place Monday, January 23rd, 2012 from 11am to 1pm at the Adventure Science Center.

Register Now!

Our annual holiday luncheon, free to members, is scheduled at Tin Angel on December 12.

Join us from 11-1 as we feast, play our annual game of Dirty Santa, and celebrate the year.

The always-amazing menu includes a Mediterranean salad, chicken basil brie, Etouffee and eggplant parmesan, with brownie a la Mode for dessert.

RSVP by December 7th to Keri Phillips.

If you’d like to attend, but are not yet a member, please contact Brian Murdock for information about joining.