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Time to Unwrap New Opportunities UPCOMING NETWORKING EVENTS DESIGN MIX Embassy Suites in Bellevue TUESDAY | 4–6:30 p.m. NOV. 21, DEC. 19 DON'T MISS THE SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL HOLIDAY PARTY at Columbia Tower Club WEDNESDAY NOV. 29 | 4–7 p.m. Enjoying the holidays and ringing in the New Year seems like a full-time job these days, doesn't it? Juggling party hosting and attending duties, holiday décor, and the daily routine can take a toll on anybody, let alone those of us in our never-stop industry. Remember, however, to enjoy this time spent with friends and family (and even that rare quiet moment alone!) as we celebrate another fantastic year fi lled with successes, laughs, and learning. We shared amazing content in 2017 and I look forward to participating in the ongoing conversations spurred by education and insight, as provided by our many talented colleagues. Learn more about the 2018 SMC Economic Forecast at mbaks.com/events As we come to the end of the year, I'm proud to send us all out with a bang, thanks to the following exciting announcement. Starting in 2018, the Sales & Marketing Council will begin producing the annual Economic Forecast. That's right; we're taking over! The Economic Forecast is primarily an exploration of our region's economic health and the contributors that aff ect both it and our industry. Previously a General Membership event, this gathering has been off ering insight and education to our industry peers since 2016. It's now solely an SMC-produced event. We're both excited and grateful to take the reins of this incredibly unique and insightful event and to continue to promote its growth in both production and prominence. The Forecast, taking place January 31 at The Westin Bellevue, will be our council's signature yearly event and I cannot wait to see what we have in store for this grand opportunity. Moreover, I'm proud to be able to broaden our audience and allow a larger percentage of our industry's employees the chance to benefi t from some of the foremost minds in the market. Finally, I'm equally happy to announce that I've accepted another term and I look forward to continuing to serve as your council chair in the new year. Here's to even greater achievements in 2018. BY PHILIP W. FRISK, AIA 2017 SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL CHAIR PWF ARCHITECTURE The New Year brings with it many gifts, including a big one for the Sales & Marketing Council. Sales & Marketing Council members: soon all this will be ours! (Spoiler: It'll be on January 31.) 48 master builder WINTER 2017 ³›Ÿ´¡ ¤Ÿ›µ ¢¶ž š¶¥·Ÿ