Guiding Leaders Through Practice Transformation

Apostrophe helps AEC teams navigate organizational transformation, strengthen leadership, and design systems that drive strategic growth. Together, we align people and purpose to build cultures where leaders and teams thrive.

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Our Services

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    Strategic Advisory

    Design an adaptive organizational framework to advance your practice and empower your people.

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    Practice Model Design

    Clarify direction. Strengthen collaboration. Drive sustainable growth.

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    Learning & Leadership Development

    Invest in your people to improve engagement, retention, and culture.

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What we focus on

We believe the future of practice is human. Transformation isn’t just about systems and strategy. It’s about people stepping into their next chapter with clarity and confidence.

What sets us apart

  • We help leaders and teams find alignment around shared goals and values. Through focused dialogue and collaborative planning, we cultivate trust and encourage confident decision-making.

  • We bring practical frameworks that help teams approach challenges with creativity and agility. Our process encourages reflection and experimentation to adapt and thrive amid change.

  • We partner with firms to design structures and systems that support great work. From organization to workflow, we help teams shape practices that are resilient, efficient, and ready for growth.

  • We strengthen the human side of practice by cultivating cultures that attract and retain talent, foster engagement, and encourage knowledge sharing.

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Strategic & Human-Centered

Our sessions spark honest dialogue and meaningful outcomes through strong relationships. Structured yet flexible, they move teams from complexity to clarity while keeping people at the center of transformation.

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With roots in architectural practice and leadership in organizations such as the AIA and AIAS, we understand the unique dynamics, language, and culture of the profession. We understand the pain points and how to lead change.

Architecture-Rooted Expertise

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We excel at bridging generational perspectives, creating space for seasoned leaders and emerging voices to connect, learn from one another, and co-create the future with clear direction, trust, and shared ownership.

Cross-Generational Insight

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Our facilitation supports firms through complex transitions, from leadership changes to cultural shifts, by engaging teams in inclusive, participatory processes that foster collaboration and growth.

Systems & Culture Focus

We turn complex conversations into clear direction, aligned teams, and confident leadership.

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About the team
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Our Clients

300+

Leaders supported

30+

AEC businesses supported

17+

States and growing

Architects FORA

bnim

Butler Armsden Architects

CO Architects

Environmental Works

FORA

Kieran Timberlake

Neighboring Concepts

Perkins & Will

QKA

Quackenbush Architects + Planners

The Raleigh Architecture Company

RATIO

The Wiseman Group

Zack de Vito Architecture + Construction

Architects FORA bnim Butler Armsden Architects CO Architects Environmental Works FORA Kieran Timberlake Neighboring Concepts Perkins & Will QKA Quackenbush Architects + Planners The Raleigh Architecture Company RATIO The Wiseman Group Zack de Vito Architecture + Construction

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Why AEC leaders
love working with Apostrophe

“Apostrophe Consulting's understanding of the nuances of the architectural and interior design profession made them an ideal collaborator in building our leadership retreat agenda. Their facilitation struck the perfect balance between direct guidance and allowing for organic flow.”

Diana Davis, AIA, LEED AP
Managing Director, Perkins&Will
Houston, TX

“Apostrophe Consulting’s external perspective and insights helped us identify exact training and experience deficiencies within our firm. Their ability to listen and respond to staff concerns directly supported the overall impact of our new firmwide training program.”

Heather Worrell, AIA
Principal Director of Design Delivery, RATIO
Raleigh, NC