Initiating Mission Briefing
Classified Briefing
August 27, 2026  •  The Clayton House, Scottsdale

The Phelix Awards

Your Mission, Should You Accept It
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The Agents
Behind the
Mission

The world of espionage meets the dynamic realm of AEC marketing. This awards gala is a tribute to the unsung heroes—the marketers and business developers—who operate with stealth, strategy, and unwavering dedication, ensuring their firms’ missions succeed while rarely stepping into the spotlight. Celebrate the secret agents among us, because in the world of AEC, it’s the work behind the scenes that truly changes the game.

Begin Your Mission
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Submissions Deadline June 1, 2026
Early Bird Ends July 5, 2026
Awards Gala Aug 27, 2026

Choose Your Mission

Select your category and demonstrate excellence across one of these specialized fields

[Projets submitted must have been completed between January 2024 - December 2025]

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Special Event or Tradeshow

Events, booth setups, hosted experiences, and branded apparel that make an impact

02

Corporate Brand Campaign

Multi-tactic campaigns promoting brand awareness — new brands, refreshes, or rebrands

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Internal Communications

Print or digital communications for employee audiences — recognition, newsletters, M&A comms

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External Communications

PR and content aimed at external audiences — blogs, whitepapers, ads, LinkedIn thought leadership

05

Project Pursuit

Materials developed to win a project — SOQs, proposals, presentations, leave-behinds

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Recruitment or Retention

Programs to recruit and retain employees — ads, brochures, career fair materials, email campaigns

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Digital Media Campaign

Digital marketing, social media campaigns, blogs, web ads, and virtual experiences

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Graphic Design / Visual

Standalone graphic pieces — infographics, org charts, proposal covers, ad graphics and videos

Submit Your Entry — $100 Download Award Categories Guide (PDF)

Become a Sponsor

Align your brand with Arizona's premier AEC marketing event. Every level comes with unique visibility.

Phelix
Sponsor
$3,000
1 Available
Gold
Sponsor
$1,500
1 Available
Silver
Sponsor
$750
4 Available
Bronze
Sponsor
$250
Unlimited
Copper
Sponsor
$100
6 Available
Logo on event signage
Logo on website, social media & eBlasts
Logo displayed within presentation slides
Reserved full table with 8 registrations
Reserved half table with 4 registrations
Two registrations
Opportunity for one minute of opening remarks
Opportunity to announce keynote speaker
Company announced with an award & logo on presentation slides
Logo displayed on cocktail tables and bar / Naming rights to the signature drink
Opportunity to donate a branded basket to the silent auction
Silver Level — Choose One Activation
Logo on dessert table & option to brand packaging
Logo on buffet table
Logo at photo booth & option to provide props
Logo on dinner table centerpieces
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Download Sponsorship Guide (PDF)

Share this document with your team to explore all sponsorship opportunities.

Secure Your Cover

Early Bird
Member
$80
Through July 5
Non-Member
$90
Through July 5
Regular Member
$90
Starting July 6
Table of 8
$750
Best value for teams
Register for the Gala

Frequently Asked Questions

Submissions are due Monday, June 1st at 11:59 PM.

$100 per award. There is no discount for multiple submissions.

Submissions can be made by individuals who belong to AEC companies with offices in Arizona.

Projects that were completed between January 2024 and December 2025 can be submitted.

The Phelix Awards celebrates the outstanding marketing and communication efforts of AEC professionals and firms. Winning an award will provide recognition for individuals or for the firm as a whole.

No. Registrations are separate. In addition, there are multiple sponsorship opportunities that include registrations.

No. Award winners will be announced during the gala.

The pool of judges includes experienced AEC professionals who are SMPS members from other chapters around the country.

Winners will be individually announced during the awards gala. They will receive a physical award presented to them on stage and recognition on SMPS Arizona’s social media accounts.

Visit our Submission Categories section to see how the Phelix categories relate to the national MCA categories.

Contact the Delegate-at-Large: Sydney Chan, sfchan@burnsmcd.com

Accept the
Mission

Submissions close June 1 at 11:59 PM. Show the AEC industry what your team is made of.