Steven Gallo Named President of SMPS North Florida Chapter

Public relations and thought leadership marketing agency Reputation Ink is thrilled to announce that Steven Gallo, Vice President of Client Services, has been named President of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) North Florida chapter. His official term began September 1 and continues through the end of 2026. Gallo’s new role follows his election to the SMPS board in August 2024 and his subsequent elevation to acting president in early 2025.

More than 60 SMPS chapters across the United States and Canada provide education, resources and networking opportunities for marketers and business developers in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. The North Florida chapter has more than 60 members from around northeastern Florida and southeastern Georgia.

During his term, Gallo plans to elevate chapter programming, expand community service opportunities and make thoughtful investments in quality programming. The chapter will continue to host monthly coffee connections, industry-specific programs, networking opportunities and educational events.

“Steven brings exactly the leadership qualities SMPS needs right now,” said Michelle Calcote King, Reputation Ink’s principal and president. “He’s naturally suited to guide a professional organization through growth and change because of his strategic thinking and calm approach — the same qualities that make him such an effective leader for our AEC clients.”

In October 2025, Steven will speak at the SMPS Virginia Annual Summit in Charlottesville on storytelling strategies for architecture, engineering and construction firms.

At Reputation Ink, Steven oversees the agency’s AEC accounts and serves on the executive leadership team. Since joining in 2016, he has advanced from Account Coordinator to Vice President. His background includes award-winning journalism experience and graduate-level communications instruction.

Steven’s appointment reflects not only his individual expertise but also Reputation Ink’s commitment to supporting professional development in the AEC marketing community.