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The Zweig Letter

Zweig Group
Artificial Intelligence
Project Management
Design Industry
Design Firms
AEC Industry
Leadership
Architecture
Data Management
Training Programs
Employee Retention
Engineering
Rising Stars Award
Design Build
Entrepreneurship
Scope Creep
Communication
Organizational Culture
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Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
Company Culture

The Zweig Group provides management information and expertise to architecture, engineering, planning, and environmental consulting firms worldwide. Our books, magazines, research reports, seminars, conferences, awards programs, and consulting services provide Design Firm leaders with the tools they need to be more successful! The Zweig Letter Podcast is a regular dose of ideas, topics, and informa... more

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Latest Episodes

“Say yes as much as you can when you’re young so that you can balance things a little better when you’re older.”

• Sondra Rotty

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Sondra Rotty is the newly elected president and COO of Tarlton Corporation, one of St. Louis's largest... more

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“An infinite arc of success requires stewardship, purpose, and a relentless focus on people.”

• Mike Carragher, CEO of VHB

What does it actually take to build a firm that lasts generations—not just decades?

Mike Carragher has lived that question. ... more

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“We keep iterating on an old construct—let’s stop and start over. How do we want to do things differently? Let’s get back to first principles.”

• KP Reddy

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In this special ElevateAEC 2025 edition of The Zweig Letter Podcast, we're ... more

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“I hope you continue to be extremely intentional in choosing to be exactly where your feet are every moment that you are.”

• Lynn Wong

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In this keynote episode from Zweig Group's ElevateAEC2025 Conference, Lynn Wong delivers a powe... more

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Recent Guests

Sondra Roddy
Newly elected president of Tarleton Corporation
Tarleton Corporation
Episode: Leadership Transitions and Building Futures: Sondra Rotty’s Journey at Tarlton Corporation
Mike Carragher
CEO of VHB
VHB
Episode: Building Enduring AEC Firms: ElevateAEC Keynote - VHB’s Approach to Ownership, Balance, and Strategic Renewal
KP Reddy
Founder and CEO of Shadow Ventures; author and industry expert in AI, automation, and AEC innovation
KP Reddy Company / Shadow Ventures
Episode: Master Builders Reimagined: ElevateAEC Keynote - KP Reddy Explores AI, Integration, and Future Design Leadership
Lynn Wong
Keynote speaker at Elevate AEC, Integrator mindset advocate
Unspecified (Elevate AEC keynote)
Episode: Slow Down to Speed Up: ElevateAEC Keynote with Lynn Wong
Mark Zweig
Founder of Zweig Group, author of The Zweig Letter
Zweig Group
Episode: TZL - Leadership and Optimism in Uncertain Times: Mark Zweig’s Bold Moves for AEC Growth
Carley Chastain
Architect at Marlon Blackwell Architects with global nonprofit experience
Marlon Blackwell Architects
Episode: Architecture With Heart: Carley Chastain on Equity, Community, and Global Inspiration
Robert Yuen
Founder/CEO, Monograph
Monograph
Episode: Benchmarking the Future: AE Firm Performance Insights with Monograph and Zweig Group
Mike Makris
A mid-career professional in the AEC industry with a strong focus on land development and project management.
BHC Engineering and Surveying
Episode: Supporting AEC Industry Emerging Talent: Insights from Rising Stars Mike Makris and Duncan Robertson
Duncan Robertson
Marketing and business development professional with a focus on connecting people and promoting firm capabilities in the AEC industry.
Tamarack Grove Engineering
Episode: Supporting AEC Industry Emerging Talent: Insights from Rising Stars Mike Makris and Duncan Robertson

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Randy Wilburn
Host of The Zweig Letter Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Great podcast for AEC professionals!

    Very informative and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liv Tom
    United States6 years ago

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Consistent focus on leadership and management in design firms.
Great practical takeaways on governance and culture.
Strong guests and actionable frameworks for firm strategy.
Insightful episodes for AEC leadership and growth.
Useful for sponsors seeking a professional, senior-level audience.

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Leadership Transitions and Building Futures: Sondra Rotty’s Journey at Tarlton Corporation
Q: What advice do you have for professionals considering board involvement early in their careers?
Engage young professionals committees early, get involved in specialty committees, and build emotional attachment to mission-driven activities. That early exposure provides foundational knowledge and networking that benefits leadership roles later on.
Leadership Transitions and Building Futures: Sondra Rotty’s Journey at Tarlton Corporation
Q: What were the key factors in Tarleton's succession planning and your path to the presidency?
There was organic movement within the organization, but a deliberate focus on talent development and succession planning. Conversations about development plans, leadership opportunities, and recognizing high-potential individuals helped shape the pool of future leaders, including me.
Riding the AI Wave: From Fear to Opportunities in the AEC Industry
Q: What would you do with the two hours you get back?
Consider spending time on training or mentoring others, which would address the industry's knowledge gap.
Innovative Startup Pirros Revolutionizes Detail Management for Design Firms
Q: How has the perception of starting a tech company changed among young professionals in the design industry?
Younger professionals are recognizing the opportunities technology presents and are more willing to start their own companies than earlier generations.
Innovative Startup Pirros Revolutionizes Detail Management for Design Firms
Q: What are typically the challenges firms face when trying to manage details across their projects?
Firms often struggle with inefficient searches through past projects for details, leading to unnecessary redesigns and wasted time.

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A business-focused podcast serving leaders of design firms, engineering practices, and related AEC services. Across recent episodes, the conversations center on leadership, ownership structures, succession planning, and building durable cultures that sustain client relationships. Episodes frequently explore how firms navigate growth, integrate technology and data, and empower staff through strategic planning, mentorship, and improved governance. Notable angles include employee ownership models in professional services, balancing short-term performance with long-term vitality, and leadership approaches that foster inclusion, wellbeing, and community impact. The show often features practitioners who have scaled firms, redefined delivery model... more

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