AIA Chesapeake Bay

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1.5 LU (pending AIA approval)Live, in-person seminar with facilitated discussion Many thanks to our host&nbsp; <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1788896254/wysiwyg/fbfinnbtn7hozzruvlay.png" style="width: 343px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 343px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Course Description:&nbsp; This program shares the real-world journey of starting an architecture and interior design from the ground up, and growing it into a successful company to more than 40 employees across five offices as a female sole proprietor. Join Cathy Purple Cherry, founding principal of Purple Cherry Architecture &amp; Interiors, for an engaging and candid look at what it really takes to build an architecture and interior design practice from the ground up. Cathy shares lessons, challenges and pivotal moments that shaped her journey. This program will examine how persistence, creativity, and strategic decision-making can turn limited resources into a thriving firm. Through practical lessons and honest insights, participants will learn how strategic decision-making, resilience, and leadership can transform a dream into a thriving organization. Learning Objectives:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn the importance of developing meaningful professional networks</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Building credibility and attracting early clients</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Career development for young architects, including identifying niche expertise, and navigating the transition from employee to practice owner &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Guidance on overcoming challenges as a female entrepreneur</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Maintaining vision, culture, and profitability during growth</li></ul>Filled with honest insights, behind-the-scene stories, and practical takeaways, this talk offers a valuable perspective for architects at every stage of their careers --- ideal for employees, small business owners, and emerging professionals interested in leadership, growth strategy, and building a company from the ground up.&nbsp; &nbsp;Speaker: <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1788896476/wysiwyg/n12pbrpauffxg1vj1yn3.jpg" style="width: 213px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 213px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> Cathy Purple Cherry AIAPurple Cherry Architecture &amp; Interiors

1.5 LU (pending AIA approval)Live, in-person seminar with facilitated discussion Many thanks to our host  <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1788896254/wysiwyg/fbfinnbtn7hozzruvlay.png" style="width:343px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" />Course Description:  This program shares the real-world journey of starting an architecture and interior design from the ground up, and growing it into a successful company to more than 40 employees across five offices as a female sole proprietor. Join Cathy Purple Cherry, founding principal of Purple Cherry Architecture &amp; Interiors, for an engaging and candid look at what it really takes to build an architecture and interior design practice from the ground up. Cathy shares lessons, challenges and pivotal moments that shaped her journey. This program will examine how persistence, creativity, and strategic decision-making can turn limited resources into a thriving firm. Through practical lessons and honest insights, participants will learn how strategic decision-making, resilience, and leadership can transform a dream into a thriving organization. Learning Objectives:<ul><li>Learn the importance of developing meaningful professional networks</li><li>Building credibility and attracting early clients</li><li>Career development for young architects, including identifying niche expertise, and navigating the transition from employee to practice owner        </li><li>Guidance on overcoming challenges as a female entrepreneur</li><li>Maintaining vision, culture, and profitability during growth</li></ul>Filled with honest insights, behind-the-scene stories, and practical takeaways, this talk offers a valuable perspective for architects at every stage of their careers --- ideal for employees, small business owners, and emerging professionals interested in leadership, growth strategy, and building a company from the ground up.   Speaker: <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1788896476/wysiwyg/n12pbrpauffxg1vj1yn3.jpg" style="width:213px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" /> Cathy Purple Cherry AIAPurple Cherry Architecture &amp; Interiors

AIA Chesapeake Bay

CANCELLED Oct. 1 - "The Journey to Building an Architectural Firm from the Ground Up"

214 Najoles Rd

AIA Member Ticket

$25

Non-AIA Member Ticket

$35