July 13, 2026 issue

Jul 12, 2026

The leading source of business management insights, research, and strategies tailored specifically for leaders of AEC firms.

	Selling your AEC firm By Will Swearingen & Jeff Adams Preparing your firm early can strengthen value, build buyer confidence, and make an eventual merger or acquisition far less disruptive.

	The uncomfortable truth about being “people-first” By Michael Sanderson The firms that truly put people first pair high standards with genuine support instead of empty promises.

	What’s my AEC firm worth? By Mark Zweig Your firm is not worth what you think it is, but what a buyer is actually willing to pay.

	Opportunity by design By Rachel Gresham Organizational structure often determines who gains visibility, sponsorship, and leadership opportunities – and who doesn’t.

	Navigating market shifts in AEC By Sarah Kinard Market shifts are inevitable, but firms that recognize them early can turn disruption into opportunity.

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.