2026 SMPS Atlanta MEGA Meeting
Join Stambaugh Ness at the 2026 SMPS Atlanta MEGA Meeting, one of Georgia’s largest networking gatherings for the AEC industry. Connect in person with Jeff Adams (Director of M&A Practice) and Kevin Hebblethwaite, along with 150+ executives, decision-makers, and industry leaders from across seven major professional associations, including SMPS Atlanta, ACEC Georgia, ABC Georgia, AGC Georgia, Council for Quality Growth, ACE Mentor Program, and SPIKE Studio.
Beyond high-impact networking and the exhibit hall, the event features a panel discussion addressing one of the most pressing challenges facing AEC firms today: the “missing middle” leadership gap.
Event Agenda:
10:30 – 11:45 AM ET | Registration & Exhibit Hall Networking
11:45 – 12:30 PM ET | Networking Luncheon
12:30 – 01:30 PM ET | Featured Panel Discussion & Q&A
The Leadership Gap & the Future of AEC Firms: Growth, M&A, and the Missing Middle
Rapid growth and ongoing M&A consolidation are reshaping firm models, but a shrinking pipeline of mid-level leaders creates significant operational, cultural, and succession risks.
In this session, featured speaker Jeff Adams, CM&AA, Director of SN’s M&A practice and host of AEC Unscripted: M&A Edition, joins industry leaders to discuss:
- Root causes of the mid-level talent shortage and its direct impact on firm profitability and valuation.
- How M&A transactions redefine leadership roles and talent expectations.
- Strategies to accelerate leadership readiness, improve succession planning, and maintain operational stability.
Attending the MEGA Meeting? Jeff and Kevin look forward to connecting with you at City Springs to discuss your growth goals, M&A readiness, and leadership pipeline strategies.
