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Announcements

  • Call for Volunteers: Item Writing Workshops for CMRT& CMRP exam

    The SMRP Certifying Organization (SMRPCO)  is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist with our upcoming Item Writing Workshops for the Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) and Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) exams. We are specifically seeking a mix of certificants who just became certified and those who have been certified longer. If you are newly certified, please do not hesitate to apply. Your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of maintenance and reliability professionals!

    Workshop Details:

    • CMRP Item Writing Workshops:
      Dates: December 4-5, 2024
      Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Eastern)
      Format: Virtual
    • CMRT Item Writing Workshops:
      Dates: January 27-28, 2025
      Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Eastern)
      Format: Virtual

    If you're interested in volunteering, please reply to Holly : hlundgren@smrp.org  by Monday, November 25, 2024.

    Your contributions are invaluable to maintaining the high standards of SMRPCO’s certification programs. Thank you for considering this opportunity!

  • Call for Workshop and Tour Chair for the 2025 Annual Conference

    Call for Workshop and Tour Chair Position – 2025 Annual Conference

    The 2025 Annual Conference will be held in Fort Worth, Texas, from October 6-9, 2025.

    We are seeking a dedicated and experienced volunteer to serve as Workshop and Tour Chairperson for the 2025 Annual Conference. This is a unique leadership opportunity to play a key role in shaping the workshop and facility tour experiences for conference attendees.

    Position Overview: The Workshop and Tour Chairperson plays a vital role in organizing the workshop and facility tour portions of the SMRP Annual Conference. This is a 1-year term, and while prior experience as a Track Leader or Co-Track Leader is preferred, it is not required. Having previously presented at the SMRP Annual Conference (either in a track session or workshop) is also desirable.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate with SMRP staff to plan and finalize the workshop and facility tour schedules for the conference.
    • Lead the recruitment of workshop and tour moderators, giving priority to volunteers, Conference Committee members, Track Leaders, Co-Leaders, and SMRP Board members.
    • Work closely with local resources, including chapter members, the Chamber of Commerce, or the CVB, to identify suitable facility tours.
    • Coordinate with proposed tour facilities, manage logistics, and finalize details in partnership with SMRP staff.
    • Oversee and support the workshop and tour moderators throughout the conference, including conducting two onsite meetings (usually Monday and Thursday mornings).
    • Provide onsite support for workshops and tours, filling in for moderators when needed.
    • Attend the planning meeting and site visit in the host city.
    • Succeeds Track Chairperson for following year’s conference

    This role provides a unique opportunity to shape a key part of the Annual Conference experience and to work closely with SMRP staff, committee members, and other conference leaders.

    For more information or to express your interest, please contact Sean:  shewitt@kellencompany.com