Testimonials
“This is an awesome program, very enlightening and exceeded my expectations! Each class was a learning experience and really expanded my professional network.”
— Past Scholar
“I like that the program is guided by the scholars within a flexible framework provided by the Executive Committee.”
— Past Scholar
“It is extremely difficult for architects to get all this information and education in one class, and I was astounded by the topics and the amazing support that the class has.”
— Past Scholar
“The Executive Committee have done a great job in establishing the CKLPD, I’m so glad I took part in the program and have already begun to put these skills to good use within my firm.”
— Past Scholar
“The Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program is one of the best investments our office has made in our emerging staff. It is like an executive MBA for the architect, focused on leadership and the business of architecture. Having had several scholars in the program, our firm has benefited from their renewed passion, elevated awareness of the business side of the practice, and definitely bring more value back into our office than the modest investment of their time and tuition. Regardless of firm size, firm structure or practice focus, there is not a better program out there for leadership and professional development of professional architectural staff.
Shannon Kraus, FAIA, FACHA, LEED AP
Senior Vice President
HKS
“Over the past years Quinn Evans Architects has sponsored team members to participate in the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program. Despite very different personalities and professional interests, each month our CKLDP scholars came back from their work sessions with new leadership skills, excitement, and energy that they shared with their colleagues. We are delighted with the program’s impact on our scholars and their teammates, and feel we have a great return on our investment as the scholars have taken on greater leadership and responsibility within our firm.”
Alyson Steele FAIA, LEED BD+C
Principal
Quinn Evans Architects
What Firms Say
“Our participants in the Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program come back to the office with new ideas to share and further explore. The experience is a positive one – for not only the individuals – but the firm as a whole, as we watch our team members grow and develop.”
Mary Kay Lanzillotta, FAIA, LEED AP
Principal
Hartman-Cox Architects
