Making Marketing a Strategic Driver of Business - Marci Thompson, DES

On today’s episode, we’re chatting with my friend, Marci Thompson.

Curious. Innovative. Passionate.

Marci is a visionary leader dedicated to elevating organizations and people. As CEO of the Society for Marketing Professional Services, she leads a team of leaders, driving strategic growth, innovation, and operational excellence to serve a community of over 7,300 professionals across architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firms.

With a strong background in organizational strategy, professional development, and experience-driven marketing, Marci stewards a multi-million-dollar organization, aligning resources, talent, and technology to enhance membership value, expand industry influence, and ensure financial sustainability. 

Marci studied Social Work at Bowie State University and is certified in instructional design, digital event strategy (DES), and diversity and inclusion (d+i). Previously, Marci served as Publisher of SMPS’s award-winning Marketer journal and has been a contributing writer for industry publications. A two-time book author, she continues to shape thought leadership and drive transformation in the A/E/C space.

 

Marci, welcome to the Bold Brand Show!

https://smps.org

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marci-thompson/

https://www.smps.org/about-the-foundation/

https://amplifyaec.org/

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