Internal Leadership Transitions and Succession Planning in Firms
This course explores the critical processes of internal leadership transitions and succession planning within architecture firms. As firms grow and evolve, it becomes essential to prepare for leadership changes to ensure continuity, stability, and long-term success. Participants will learn effective strategies for identifying and developing future leaders, managing leadership transitions, and creating a seamless succession plan that aligns with the firm’s culture, values, and strategic goals. Topics covered include talent identification, mentorship, communication strategies, conflict management, and fostering leadership pipelines. This panel will include firm members who will provide insights into the unique challenges and opportunities experienced during leadership transitions. By the end, participants will have the understanding needed to begin conversations within their own firms to begin conversations to ensure the next generation of leaders is ready to take the reins. While this course may sound like a leadership only opportunity, it is a great chance for anyone interested in growing into those roles to attend and learn more about how to navigate this journey.
Learning Objectives
Understand the importance of leadership transitions and succession planning in architecture firms.
Develop strategies for identifying, nurturing, and retaining future leaders within the firm.
Explore best practices for communication and managing change during leadership transitions.
Learn how to structure mentorship and training programs to support leadership development.