Paula Raymond Stamp, CPSM
Since 2016
Active
SMPS Los Angeles member
AEC marketing professional
Dr. Paula Raymond Stamp leads strategic planning, client development, and executive coaching initiatives as CEO and Principal of Geaux Consulting Group, established in 2024. Her consulting practice serves AEC firms specializing in higher education, aviation, and public-private partnerships (P3), combining over 26 years of construction industry expertise with advanced academic credentials in organizational psychology and business development.
Previously as Vice President of Economic Development at Clayco (2022-2024), Paula secured over $6.5 billion in new work procurement across institutional, industrial, and aviation sectors. Her career includes 21+ years at PCL Construction where she advanced from Business Development Manager to Director, establishing expertise in higher education facilities, aviation infrastructure, and large-scale public works. She led major airport pursuits including LAX West Gates at Tom Bradley International Terminal ($1.4 billion) and the Consolidated Car Rental Facility ($1.1 billion), while supporting numerous California higher education projects for UCLA, UC Irvine, UC Riverside, Cal State campuses, and private institutions.
Paula’s unique integration of doctoral-level research expertise with practical business development creates distinctive value for AEC firms seeking data-driven growth strategies. Her academic background from Azusa Pacific University (PhD in Higher Education, MBA in Marketing) informs curriculum development for sales and operations teams, bridging organizational learning theory with revenue generation strategies.
Dr. Paula Raymond Stamp demonstrates extraordinary national leadership as the 2024-25 President of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), leading the international organization representing nearly 8,000 AEC marketing professionals. Her Society presidency follows progressive leadership roles including SMPS Board At-Large Director (2021-2023) and SMPS Los Angeles Chapter Past President, positioning her at the forefront of professional services marketing advancement.
Elevated to SMPS Fellow status in 2022 (Class of 2022), Paula joins an elite group demonstrating at least 15 years of marketing expertise and 10+ years of active SMPS involvement. Her Fellowship recognizes sustained commitment to advancing the profession through research, mentorship, and strategic leadership. As Society President, she chairs board governance for the international organization, sets strategic direction, and champions initiatives that elevate AEC marketing as a business-critical function.
Paula’s doctoral research as a principal investigator focuses on engagement strategies, active learning pedagogy, and behavioral outcomes in workplace environments. Her research agenda examines how active learning methodologies contribute to employee engagement, collaboration effectiveness, and maximization of space usage—creating practical applications that bridge academic theory with AEC business development practices. She has taught over 500 professionals across 40+ class sessions throughout North America, delivering curriculum in behavioral assessments and client development best practices.
Recognized as a Los Angeles Business Journal “Woman of Influence: Construction, Engineering & Architecture” honoree (2022, 2024), Paula’s professional achievements extend beyond SMPS leadership. She serves as Vice President and Regional Mentor for BNI (Business Network International) D Street Networkers Chapter, demonstrating commitment to cross-industry networking and business development excellence. She previously served as President of the Southern California Development Forum and YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley, contributing leadership to organizations advancing professional development and community impact.
Paula’s executive coaching practice employs a strengths-based approach, focusing on maximizing individual capabilities rather than remedial solutions. She builds trusted partner relationships with AEC leaders, providing strategic planning, ROI analysis, and consultant relationship management expertise that drives sustainable business growth.
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