Jen McGovern, CPSM, Regional Capture Manager, was selected by the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Washington, DC, Chapter to receive the 2024 Ginny Solomon Golden Tuba Award at their fall kick-off event in October 2024. The Ginny Solomon Golden Tuba Award, the most prestigious award given by the chapter, is presented each year to a chapter member who has significantly contributed to both professional services marketing and the organization. This award reflects Jen’s notable contributions through speaking engagements, leadership roles, and volunteer commitments.
Jen joined SMPS in 2014 with the goal of obtaining her Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification, which she earned in 2015. After becoming involved in the DC chapter through committees and Board of Director positions, Jen took the reins as chapter President for the 2020-2021 year—a challenging year amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Jen’s leadership and mentorship kept the chapter engaged, connected, and profitable even with pivoting to virtual programs and events.
“Jen has been a vital part of VHB for almost a decade, collaborating with our engineers, planners, and scientists through client engagement and proposal strategy,” said Nancy Barker, VHB Senior Vice President and Mid-Atlantic Regional Manager. “The qualities that led to this award recognition from SMPS—her ability to navigate challenges, foster innovation, and drive success—are the same qualities that make her an instrumental part of VHB.”
In 2022, Jen was recognized with SMPS’s national Chapter President of the Year award at Amplify A/E/C, the organization’s national annual conference. Jen serves as Washington, DC’s, Chapter Advisor; is a member of the SMPS Northeast Regional Conference Board of Directors; and serves on the SMPS Marketer journal Editorial Committee. She is also a sought-after speaker, presenting to SMPS chapters nationwide.
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