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Emily McHugh

Posted by Communications2 on Jun. 10, 2025  /  Member Spotlight  /   0

Name: Emily McHugh
Title: Senior Marketing Coordinator
Company: Mortenson

Do you have any accreditations you want listed?
I got my certificate through Coursera in Google Data Analytics last year, and I have a real estate salesperson license in the state of PA (which now I won’t use again, ha! But would rather be in Utah). 

Role in SMPS?
Member as of now

How long have you worked at your company?
Just a couple of weeks! This is currently week three.

How long have you been an SMPS member?
Just joined

How would you describe your role/job?
Content writing, design, marketing strategy, digital marketing

What are the rewards of your job?
Getting to be a part of a team that builds projects that benefit local, regional and nationwide communities

What are your challenges?
Getting my feet wet at a contractor. I previously worked for a small developer in Pittsburgh and am very well-versed in the commercial real estate brokerage world (was at CBRE for awhile)

What has been your most meaningful project?
There have been several over the course of my career, but already I have been a part of several amazing pursuits here at Mortenson. 

How has SMPS membership helped you?
I’m sure it will help me network and get Mortenson recognized within the local chapter and beyond.

What’s the best career advice you’ve received?
Patience! 

What’s the best career advice you’ve given?
Be patient! 

What has contributed to your success?
Having a growth mindset and learn.

What’s on your bucket list?
Europe, because I haven’t been there yet.

What was your childhood dream?
I went from NTSB to paleontologist to, surprisingly, advertising.

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