The Zweig Letter | December 1, 2025

Nov 30, 2025

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Leadership by the numbers
By Kyle Ahern
A closer look at the structures, risks, and rewards shaping leadership in today’s AEC industry.


Fix compliance gaps before they cost you
By Karen Poist
State licensing and tax compliance can make or break your deal, so you must plan early to protect value, avoid liability, and ensure a smooth transition.


Redefining the mission of “support” staff
By Mark Zweig
AEC firms thrive when marketing, HR, finance, and IT stop acting as support functions and start driving strategic growth.


Next-level performance reviews
By Mercedez Thompson
Performance reviews become powerful when they shift from box-checking to growth, clarity, and genuine investment in people’s long-term success.


Transforming into an executive
By Matt Verderamo
Success in leadership comes from embracing change with courage, staying flexible, communicating openly, and continuously moving forward.

 

About Zweig Group

Zweig Group, a four-time Inc. 500/5000 honoree, is the premier authority in AEC management consulting, the go-to source for industry research, and the leading provider of customized learning and training. Zweig Group specializes in four core consulting areas: Talent, Performance, Growth, and Transition, including innovative solutions in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, financial management, ownership transition, executive search, business development, valuation, and more. With a mission to Elevate the Industry®, Zweig Group exists to help AEC firms succeed in a competitive marketplace. The firm has offices in Dallas and Fayetteville, Arkansas.