Business Management Consulting

My expertise is working with leaders in the A/E/C industry as a trusted advisor and someone who will focus with you on – and implement – business strategy. My perspective is honed by a career leading notable design practices in the Bay Area [with focus on business strategy, marketing / BD / PR, operations / finances, practice management, and networking] and teaching Professional Practice classes. My intent is to create success stories by providing expert advice on best practices, guiding decision-making processes, training leaders and soon-to-be-leaders, making introductions and sharing lessons learned. My thinking is rooted in a graduate degree in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University in the City of New York and a graduate degree in architecture, planning and engineering from the Technische Universitaet in Berlin, Germany. The Business of Design is at the heart of my practice. I work with founders, principals and next-generation leaders to create, grow or evolve their business, from boutique studios to regional firms. And regardless of size, successful design + architecture practices share a similar profile. I work with clients on the visionary side of business strategy & marketing, as well as the analytical/practical side of operations & finances. We can create your path to success. Here’s how: Create a vision 1. Have a point of view that is known and resonates with talent and clients alike 2. Have a strong presence in the industry and the community 3. Be visible through marketing and PR Think long-term 1. Have a business plan with a 3-5 year outlook 2. Build a network of experts in related fields 3. Nurture strategic relationships Mind the store 1. Know the metrics for firm, staff and project performances 2. Monitor project quality and systems at all times 3. Have a balanced staff profile with clear definition of roles, responsibilities and accountability