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WI Chapter: The Practice of Architecture - A Frank Discussion
Date(s): February 25, 2016
Time: 5:30 PM CST - 8:00 PM CST
Location:
Rock Bottom Brewery
740 N. Plankinton Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Join ALA Wisconsin for a panel discussion on the Practice of Architecture.
Our panelists include three architects from different size firms and practice areas, and special guest Maura Donnelly, Senior Architect and Historic Preservation Officer, University of Wisconsin System. The panel will share their experiences and an open discussion between panelists and the audience is encouraged.
Topics to be covered include:
1. Firm Organization and Structure
Single Practitioner
LLC
Small Partnership
Government Entity
2. Government Procurement
Sole Practitioner plan and how to market
3. Firm Philosophy and Goals
Art of the Profession
Dollars to work
Hybrid
4. Developing Expertise
Unique offerings
The hook
5. Business Plan
Contracts and Problems
Developing a Fee Plan
Billing
Insurance
Documentation Memos
6. Screen Clients
When to walk away
Moderator: James Belli, President Belli and Belli Architects & Engineers
Panelists: Maura Donnelly, Senior Architect - University of Wisconsin System
Kurt Hezner, President, The Hezner Corp. (Design / Build, Commerical)
David "Koz" Kosclieniak, President, Koz-i-tecture (Sole Practioner, Commercial & Residential)
James Pitzen, Pitzen Design Ltd., (Sole Practioner, Residential)
Cost: $40 Members / $50 Non-members
ALA and AIA Approved for 1.5 LU
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