OJK Architecture: How To Transition Firm Ownership (w/ Leah Bayer and Kate Conley)

For an architect hoping to own their own firm one day, there are two paths available. One is the traditional path: starting your own firm from scratch. The other is to buy an existing firm and transition into its new owner. This second option is less talked about, but with the rate of Baby Boomers retiring, it will become more and more important to the future of architecture. Leah Bayer and Kate Conley recently took that path, and created a new partnership at the established firm OJK Architecture.Interview TakeawaysMap out a partnershipBalance strengths and weaknessesGet to the important work fasterCreate a buyout plan that works for both partiesFind paths for new ownersShift firm cultureUse tech to build a remote cultureWelcome asynchronous talentMake more spaces for conversation and collaborationStay local even when you’re remoteContinue relationships with foundersFeel legitimate as a fully remote firmShow LinksCheck out OJK ArchitectureFollow OJK Architecture on LinkedInConnect with Leah Bayer on LinkedIn or TwitterConnect with Kate Conley on LinkedInConnect with George Valdes on LinkedIn or TwitterCheck out MonographFollow Monograph on LinkedIn or InstagramListen and read more about Monograph