Cohorts for AEC Leaders
Discover how The Flamingo Project helps AEC leaders grow together.
The Flamingo Project’s AEC Leadership Cohorts bring firm leaders together through live, virtual programs that blend strategy, accountability, and community. Learn, lead, and grow, all from your own workspace, with expert guidance and peer connection built in.
our approach
Strategic. Human. Remote by Design.
At The Flamingo Project, we believe growth happens best when learning meets real leadership challenges. Our live, virtual AEC Leadership Cohorts combine research-backed strategy with peer connection—helping you plan smarter, lead stronger, and grow with clarity and confidence.
Explore our current and upcoming cohorts below.
LEADFORWARD STRATEGIC GROWTH LEADERSHIP COHORT
Who it’s for and what you’ll gain
Leaders navigating newly created or evolving roles who want to grow with clarity, confidence, and accountability.
- A trusted peer network of other growth-minded AEC professionals
- Monthly facilitated sessions with Sarah Kinard
- Tools and frameworks to define growth, build alignment, and lead with purpose
- A research-backed approach to strategic leadership development
APPLY TO LEADFORWARD 2026!
Registration is now open for the Cohort beginning in January 2026.
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION IN JULY 2026
Business Planning Accelerator
An 8-week remote accelerator that helps AEC firm leaders create a focused, actionable, and vision-aligned business plan for 2027.
Who joins and what you’ll gain
COOs, CMOs, BD Directors, and Firm Leaders ready to turn ideas into an executable business plan.
- Define your 2027 vision and measurable goals
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Identify opportunities using Flamingo’s Growth Matrix
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Build integrated BD and marketing campaigns
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Align your team and resources around your plan
“These cohorts are where leadership clarity meets community support—and where your next season of growth begins.”
Program Snapshot
- Duration: 8 weeks (live virtual sessions)
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Registration opens: July for September sessions
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Weekly 60–90-minute sessions
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Worksheets, templates, and optional 1:1 coaching
LeadForward Fall Planning Cohort
A 3-month virtual cohort for senior AEC marketing and BD leaders planning for the year ahead.
Every fall, AEC marketing and BD teams face the same challenge: building plans that connect market insight, firm goals, and internal momentum. This small-group program helps you plan smarter, faster, and with the confidence that comes from peer support.
Who it’s for and what you’ll gain
Marketing Directors, CMOs, and BD leaders juggling market assessments, proposal planning, and internal communication strategies.
- Sharpen your market view with guided forecasting tools
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Strengthen BD and marketing plans for the next year
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Align internal teams around shared goals and messaging
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Gain peer insights from other senior AEC marketing leaders
Program Snapshot
- Duration: 3 months (live virtual sessions)
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Limited to 12 participants
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Registration opens: July for September sessions
DON'T MISS YOUR SPOT
Our AEC leadership cohorts fill quickly—and we’d love to help you find the one that fits you best.
We’ll only reach out when new cohorts open—no fluff, just the good stuff.
RESOURCES
Navigating Market Shifts in the A/E/C Industry
Navigating market shifts in AEC has never been more critical. Some shifts come quietly, others make a lot of noise, but all of them create ripples that affect how firms do business. The key is not to avoid shifts, it’s to understand where they hit your business and...
Go to Industry Research and Pulse Resources for AEC Marketing & Strategy
Market research can feel like a big, abstract concept, but at the end of the day, it’s about knowing where to look for the right insights. Over the years, I’ve built a go-to list of resources that I check regularly to understand market shifts, track competitor trends,...
Fall Planning Resources
Here at The Flamingo Project, we LOVE to share generously, which is why we want to give you everything you need to finish out your planning season well! Ready to jump into business planning? If you know you're ready to get to it, check out our Business Planning...
Plans: Simplified and Defined
Every business relies on plans, but not all plans are created equal. From strategic and business plans to marketing, BD, or financial roadmaps, it’s easy to get lost in the jargon or try to do it all at once. Instead, we believe the key is to simplify, starting with...
Using Market Research to Develop Effective Business Plans
Market research for effective business plans is a key component of the business season that’s upon us. Regardless of your role in any business, gathering research and creating meaning from it for the next year ensures your year is not only successful but also has a benchmark for success in place. Let’s explore what makes an effective business plan.
Professional Services Marketing Podcast: Good Research
Good research begins with a good framework. Listen in, as Sarah chats with Frank Lippert and Kate Robinette of GoStrategies about how to build those plans on good research. They talk about defining the use of the data before you start, reframing the questions to get out of the rabbit holes and back on track, and provide you with resources to get started.
Navigating Market Shifts in the A/E/C Industry: A 2024 Strategy Guide
In the ever-evolving landscape of the A/E/C world, market shifts can be both challenging and full of opportunities. As we approach 2024, the industry is experiencing significant changes due to capital market constraints, the cost of money, and the changing expectations of end users. To stay ahead of the curve and thrive in this new environment, it’s crucial to reevaluate your business development (BD) and marketing strategies.
Demystifying Market Research Podcast
Listen in as I chat with Keelin Cox of the AEC Marketeer podcast about what exactly market research is, and why your firms should invest in research! Head to bit.ly/marketresearchpodcast to listen to the entire episode
Demystifying Annual AEC Business Planning
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of annual AEC business planning? Well, fret no more! In this episode, I sat down with Lindsay Diven, of Marketers Take Flight. We demystify the entire process for you. We discuss different types of plans, including strategic and marketing plans, providing invaluable insights to help you navigate your way to success with confidence. Head to bit.ly/aecbusinessplans to listen to the full episode!
Business Plan in 45 Days
Want to know the secret to a successful business plan? Keep reading to find out how to STOP over-engineering plans and START winning work!