Current and future firm leaders from across the Commonwealth will converge on March 22, 2019, at the Winery at Bull Run for the second biennial Art of Practice summit. The program is intended to cultivate leadership skills, identify solutions to common business problems, and fuel collaboration across the profession.
Registration is now open for the day-long event in Northern Virginia. The venue was selected to nurture a retreat-like atmosphere and to encourage relationship building among peers. In keeping with this notion, space is extremely limited, so early registration is strongly encouraged. Tickets are available to members only and are $125 (lunch is included). Participants can earn 6 learning units.
Art of Practice is sponsored by:
Pella Windows of Virginia
Hinge Marketing
VMDO Architects
MEB General Contractors
About the Program
Advanced Communications Training
Effective communication skills are critical the success of any business leader. Take part in an intensive leadership communications program — developed specifically for architects — that was designed to improve your public speaking and storytelling skills. Learn advanced presentation techniques and discover more about your personal style and delivery. Come away with an understanding of how facial expression, eye contact, hand and body movement, and voice impact your message.
Lunchtime Roundtable Discussions
The learning doesn’t stop when we break for lunch. Taking a cue from the most popular part of AIA Virginia’s Firm Roundtable meetings, we’ve reserved time for peer-to-peer learning. Discover best practices and share your experiences with colleagues while you enjoy a catered lunch (carefully paired with sparkling water or a glass of Bull Run’s finest).
Employee Recruitment
and Retention
Firm leaders are telling us that their biggest challenge right now is finding
and hiring the right talent. Hear emerging research from the AEC industry and
discover best practices for employee recruitment and retention.
Moderated Leadership
Transition Panel Discussion
Failing to plan is planning to fail. Whether your firm is facing the retirement
of a key leader, a merger, or simply considering how to nurture the next
generation of principals, leadership transitions can often take years — even
with advance planning and management. Hear how your colleagues faced a host of
issues and positioned their firms for success in the face of change.
Lodging
A limited room block is held nearby at the Hyatt Place Chantilly. Make reservations online or call the Reservations Center at 1-888-591-1234 using the group code G-AIAE. Complimentary shuttle service is available for those who wish to stay afterward and a enjoy tasting.
About the Art of Practice
The biennial Art of Practice was launched in 2017 with the purpose of providing current and aspiring firm leaders and with timely, relevant, actionable advice on how to grow and sustain their businesses.
Read the key takeaways from the 2017 event and see the photo gallery.