A Letter From 2024-2025 SMPS SA Past President

Hello SMPS San Antonio Members,

It was 2021, and as a city, we were lingering between the uncharted territory of social distancing and revving our engines into full business mode. At that time, I was settling into a new role and was not actively involved with my SMPS membership. That changed when Past President Lauren Setterbo reached out with a purposeful request: to serve on the Board of Directors as Chris Martinez began his presidency year. I was flabbergasted, honored, and, quite frankly, unsure about leading in a space where I hadn’t yet invested much time or energy. Community service and board leadership are familiar territories, but this felt different. So, I prayed on it.

As I meditated on leading the SMPS Programs Committee, inspiration quickly followed. I envisioned the incredible potential that could be unlocked alongside the immensely talented members of this community. That year, our SMPS members—especially this lively group of chatter-boxes—were craving social interactions, new project pursuits, and business growth opportunities. SMPS was back in the full swing of events! Since then, SMPS programs have become increasingly well-sponsored and well-attended. Year after year, we’ve consistently delivered informed programming as we continued to grow our membership and enhance our professional workshops and CPSM accreditations — ALL THANKS to the exceptional leadership of our Committees and Board of Directors. Their ideas, their collaborations, their execution of excellence. 

The individuals who have led our Board alongside me over the past four years have been nothing short of extraordinary. Many, like myself, needed just a gentle nudge into leadership.

Now, it's your turn.

THIS is your call to action. Let this letter be the nudge that inspires you to step up and serve our SMPS membership. Remember, you don't need to be an expert, and you are never alone—this community offers endless resources and support, providing you with the opportunity to shine and expand your leadership through our programs. Our San Antonio Chapter is built on the shoulders of every volunteer who has generously given their time, talents, and treasures. Now, we need yours.

You have until May 15th to submit your Board applications. Committee applications are accepted year-round.

Step forward. Lead. Shine.

Crystal Del Bosque
Past President