Planning

With some ingenuity and proper planning, the AEC industry can adapt and thrive in any climate.

Nothing is as certain as death and taxes. But an owner’s retirement can be, too. If done correctly, an owner’s retirement and its benefits can be just as certain as death and taxes.

By combining traditional marketing tactics with unique approaches for our industry, AEC firms can get ahead of the competition, stay relevant, and win more and better contracts.

It’s possible for a mature company to stay innovative – the key is unlocking talent from within.

The situation is changing quickly, but versatility and fast decision-making have become necessary.

Through solid communication, planning, and leadership support from both organizations, a smooth transition is under way.

Phil Keil, Zweig Group’s director of strategic services, knows how to put the pieces together to craft unique strategies and implementation plans for AEC firms.

Managing a client’s expectations is a delicate art that requires planning, restraint, and diligence.

As Zweig Group’s director of ownership transition, Will Swearingen understands the emotional stakes at play when a firm founder decides it’s time to pass the torch.

“Entrepreneurs are not unique to the ownership group of small, privately-held companies. They can also be found working as employees in larger organizations.”

A successful sustainability plan should formalize your approach for continuous improvement and help you build on what you are already doing in three key areas.

CEO of Chipman Design Architecture, a third-generation, family-owned firm based in Chicago, Illinois.