The Zweig Group team is hitting the road to share fresh insights on how AEC firms can stay ahead.
Zweig Group is hitting the road this summer, bringing fresh insights on strategy, performance, innovation, and the future of the AEC industry to some of the profession’s most prominent stages. From fee structures and succession planning to AI and firm performance, our team is sharing what we’re seeing in the market – and how firms can stay ahead.
Here’s where you can find us in the coming months:
AEC Hire Power: Build a Recruiting Engine that Delivers
May 28 from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. CST | Webinar
Speakers: Jeremy Clarke, COO & Managing Director, Talent Consulting, Zweig Group; and Kristi Weierbach, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Managing Director, Workforce Advisory, Stambaugh Ness
The current talent landscape is shifting rapidly, and for AEC firms, finding and keeping exceptional talent has never been more challenging or more critical. Join our experts and learn how to move beyond reactive hiring and into a proactive, strategic recruitment mindset. Develop a high-impact program that positions your AEC firm for long-term growth, stay ahead of hiring trends, and successfully incorporate tech and AI in your processes.
AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA25)
June 5 | Boston, MA
Session: Seven Strategies of Highly Successful Firms
Speaker: Will Swearingen, Principal & Senior Director, Transition Consulting, Zweig Group
Successful architecture firms embrace strategies to maximize profit and minimize expenses, all while enabling a healthy and prosperous workforce. Using data from firms across the United States, this enlightening session will reveal those aspects that differentiate highly profitable firms from their peers.
Learn how to benchmark your firm’s practices against the most profitable firms in the industry by examining effective fee structures, business decision-making strategies, and the cultural practices – like diversity, equity, and research investments – that set top-performing firms apart.
For more from Will, stop by the AIA Booth on the Exhibit Floor June 5-6 for a free 15-minute Firm Performance Audit. This one-on-one session gives you the chance to evaluate your firm’s performance across key areas like finance, leadership, operations, business development, marketing, sustainability, and firm culture. You’ll receive tailored, expert feedback on how your firm stacks up and will leave with actionable strategies to improve performance and leverage your unique strengths. Pre-register now to reserve your slot – space is limited!
Learn more or register for AIA25 here!
ACEC Virginia Summer Conference
June 18-20 | Hot Springs, VA
Session: AI 101: The Past, the Present, and the Future
Speaker: Kristin Kautz, FSMPS, CPSM, Artificial Intelligence Consultant, Zweig Group
This presentation delves into the transformative journey of artificial intelligence, covering its historical roots, current capabilities, and future possibilities. It combines real-world examples, technical insights, and practical strategies to empower businesses and individuals to navigate AI’s seismic impact on our industry and roles. From understanding narrow AI and generative tools to exploring advanced applications in the built environment, this resource equips attendees to implement AI effectively.
Session: Mobilizing Leaders to Design Great Performance
Speaker: Tom Godin, Senior Director, Performance Consulting, Zweig Group
Great performance doesn’t happen by chance – it’s designed by leaders who shape the systems, culture, and structures that drive success. This session explores the key characteristics of high-performing organizations and how leaders can intentionally design and inspire their teams to achieve exceptional results. Participants will walk away with actionable strategies to transform their organizations, departments, or teams into high-performance environments where people grow and results follow.
ACEC Maryland Annual Conference
June 26 | Stevensville, MD
Session: Leading with Intelligence: How AI and Visionary Strategy Will Shape the Firm of 2030
Speaker: Ying Liu, LEED AP BD+C, Director, Growth Consulting, Zweig Group
Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and support innovation – but only when integrated thoughtfully into a firm’s overall strategy. This session provides a clear, structured approach to aligning AI initiatives with business goals, including governance, opportunity assessment, and implementation planning. Attendees will explore a practical framework and engage in a roundtable discussion to share perspectives and challenges. Designed for professionals across disciplines, this session offers actionable insights to help firms move beyond experimentation and adopt AI in a purposeful, organization-wide way.
AIA Florida Convention & Trade Show
July 30-August 2 | Tampa, FL
Session: Setting Fee Structures – Balancing Risk, Trends, and Project Characteristics
Speakers: Will Swearingen, Principal & Senior Director, Transition Consulting, Zweig Group; and Bryce Bounds, AIA, Broward County Construction Management Division
This session explores how to negotiate fees using market data, assess project risk, and adjust for trends and technologies that impact pricing strategies.
Session: The Nuts & Bolts of Succession Planning
Speakers: Tracey Eaves, MBA, CBA, CVA, BCA, CMEA, Managing Director, Transition Consulting, Zweig Group; and Ignacio Reyes, FAIA, Chief Development Officer, DLR Group
Learn the ins and outs of ownership transition strategies – from internal transfers and ESOPs to M&A and private equity – and how to confidently lead through succession.
Session: An Emerging Firm Leader’s Guide to Determining Billable Rates
Speakers: Tom Godin, Senior Director, Performance Consulting, Zweig Group; Bryce Bounds, AIA, Broward County Construction Management Division; and Jaime E. Sobrino, FAIA, LEED AP, PMP, VP and Director of Operations, LEO A DALY
Learn how firms calculate billable rates, breaking down salary, overhead, and profit. Driven by real-world experiences and pricing strategies, attendees will leave equipped with tools to establish competitive and sustainable rates.
Whether you’ll be attending these events in person or following along remotely, we’re proud to contribute thought leadership that empowers AEC firms to succeed. Want to connect with one of our speakers or schedule a meeting onsite? Let us know!
Mailena Urso is chief marketing officer at Zweig Group. Contact her at murso@zweiggroup.com.
