The Pinnacle Experience

Pre-conference event

THE PINNACLE EXPERIENCE AT AMPLIFY A|E|C

We’re excited to announce the update to the Pinnacle Experience—SMPS’s signature program for senior-level marketing and business development professionals. In 2026, SMPS will pilot an exclusive, elevated conference at Amplify A|E|C in Las Vegas, designed for experienced leaders ready to explore what’s next in the AEC industry.

 

By taking place during Amplify A|E|C, Pinnacle attendees will gain the best of both worlds: a focused, senior-level learning experience combined with access to the broader Amplify community—creating more opportunities for connection, collaboration, and shared insight across every level of the profession.

 

This enhanced Pinnacle Experience delivers the depth, strategy, and peer exchange you expect—now amplified by the energy and reach of SMPS’s largest annual gathering.

WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • The Pinnacle Experience education
  • Full access to the amplify A|E|C sessions and keynotes
  • Emerging Trends in AEC pre-conference roundtable
  • Amplify A|E|C networking events
  • SMPS Awards luncheon
  • Exclusive Pinnacle networking lunch
REGISTER NOW
PRESENTERS
Brittany Hendrickson, CPSM, LEED GA
Director of Business Development and Strategy
Kitchell
SMPS Austin
Wally Hise, CPSM, P.E.
Senior Vice President
HDR Engineering
SMPS Utah
Ryan Konst, P.E, FSMPS, CPSM
Executive Vice President
Schaefer
SMPS Kansas City
Kate Mullaney, CPSM
Executive Vice President, Strategy and Growth
Healthcare Building Solutions
SMPS Chicago
EVENT PRICING
LAUNCH RATE CONFERENCE + PINNACLE PRECON
  • Member: $1,849
  • Non-Member: $2,049
EVENT INFORMATION
  • July 27, 2026
  • Time : TBD
  • TBD
SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE
Monday, July 27

11:00 AM-1:30 PM | SMPS Foundation Emerging Trends Roundtable
12:00-1:00 PM | The Pinnacle Experience Networking Lunch
1:30-2:30 PM | Networking Break
2:00-3:15 PM | Welcome to Amplify A|E|C Mainstage Experience
3:15-4:00 PM | Networking Break
4:00-5:00 PM | Concurrent Amplify A|E|C Breakout Sessions
5:30-7:00 PM | Amplify A|E|C Welcome Reception

7:00-8:00 AM | Morning Wellness Activity
8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Networking
9:00-10:00 AM | Mainstage Experience
10:15-11:30 AM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
11:30 AM-12:00 PM | Networking Break
12:00-1:15 PM | SMPS Recognition Luncheon
1:30-2:30 PM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
2:30-3:30 PM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
2:30-3:00 PM | Networking Break
3:00-5:00 PM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
5:15-7:30 PM | Dinner on your own
7:30-10:00 PM | Themed Networking Experience

7:00-8:00 AM | Morning Wellness Activity
8:00-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Networking
9:00-10:00 AM | Mainstage Experience
10:00-11:15 AM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
11:15 AM-12:00 PM | Networking Break
12:00-1:00 PM | Pinnacle Experience Programming
1:15-2:30 PM | Closing Keynote