About the course

This opening session sets the tone for the RAIC webinar series by reframing succession as a strategic, multi-phase process rooted in financial acumen, leadership development, and firm investment that drives long-term value creation. 
 
Participants will explore the qualitative and quantitative drivers of firm value and how internal succession can support a broader vision for long-term sustainability. Elaine will be joined by Zenon Radewych, Principal at WZMH Architects (Toronto), for a candid conversation about his progression within the firm and the succession strategies that shaped its leadership model. His reflections offer practical insights into how culture, growth, and leadership readiness intersect with firm strategy. 
 
This session lays the foundation for the series, equipping participants to assess their firm’s current stage in the succession journey and identify the next step with confidence. 
 
Key Topics 
  • Current trends in succession planning for architecture firms 
  • Building Financial Literacy & Business Acumen 
  • Linking Financial Performance to Firm Value 
  • Applying Insights to Business Transition and Succession Planning 
  • Case Study: WZMH Architects 
Learning Objectives 
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:  
  • Identify drivers of firm value. 
  • Recognize financial and operational strategies that build literacy and accountability. 
  • Describe succession approaches and how they align with firm goals. 
  • Explain steps that can strengthen business acumen and readiness. 

Schedule

This webinar is on demand. Available on the Learning Management System (LMS) immediately after purchase.

Registrations: Open

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