Governance, Leadership & Strategy

Build strong teams, guide your firm’s direction, and plan for the future.

Strong leadership and clear governance structures are essential to healthy, resilient firms. This section focuses on strategy, organizational structure, and leadership skills that help practices grow intentionally and sustainably.

Learning Modules

Explore practical leadership and governance topics through expert-led learning.

Designing for Long-Term Success: Strategic Planning and Governance Structure of a Firm

Learn strategic planning, governance, and goal-setting through case studies and benchmarks.

In It for the Long Haul? Perspectives from Three Mid-Career Landscape Architects

Explore mid-career landscape architects’ leadership challenges, mentorship roles, and professional growth.

Understanding the Financial Benefits of Firm Ownership

Explore pathways to firm ownership and leadership for landscape architects.

Ownership Transition: The ESOP Strategy

Learn how ESOPs guide successful, equitable ownership transitions in landscape architecture firms.

Preparing for Successful Leadership Transition: How to Navigate the Two-Way Street

Explore mentorship and planning strategies for successful landscape architecture ownership transitions.

Small(er) Firm Diversity, Evolution, Growth, and Longevity in a Megafirm Market

Learn strategies for managing, growing, and transitioning small-to-medium landscape architecture firms.

Tools & Resources

Access structured resources to help guide firm decisions.

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ASLA Industry Report 2024

Strengthen your firm’s leadership, attract top talent, and build high-performing teams.