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Rising Leader Program

In support of the ACEC Ohio mission to advance and protect member businesses, we are offering a RISING LEADERS training program to assist ACEC firms with the development of future leaders within their companies.

Engineering firm leaders most often rise from technical positions into management positions with very limited to no training in management; ACEC Ohio recognizes that there is a need for accessible, affordable training in management and business topics.

The RISING LEADER program is targeted at candidates with:

  • Professional Engineering license or technical skill set; 5-15 years of industry experience
  • Interest in pursuing a leadership track within their firms
  • Regular direct client interaction and communication
  • Recognized leadership attributes and/or potential

The training program is a 6-half day sessions covering 6 topics; 27.5 hours of learning.

Participation is limited to 20; first come first serve. You may only register one member from your firm. If spots are available, more than one may be submitted. A waiting list will be maintained.

ACEC Ohio will repeat the course for a new class of participants as often as necessary to fulfill member company needs.

$2,500 per employee.

2025 Rising Leader Schedule
Rising Leader 2025 Nomination Form

Testimonials

“The ACEC Ohio Rising Leader Program was a fantastic and engaging experience! From networking with future leaders in the industry to learning about the "business of the business", including Leadership Development, HR, Strategic Planning, Financials, Risk Management, and Sales...this program really opens the lens on all aspects of being a successful leader in the A/E biz.” 

- Andrew Walton Singh & Associates, Inc.

"I will value my time in the ACEC Ohio Rising Leader Program for the rest of my career. It is not often that groups of professionals in the engineering industry get to embark on a long-term training program with others in the industry. The program allowed us all to grow as leaders, but also to build relationships with one another that led to idea sharing and ultimately the bettering of each one of us. It was inspiring to be in a room with such a dedicated group of leaders who were always curious to learn new things to improve the way they interact with staff and do work for their clients. I am very thankful for my experience in the ACEC Ohio Rising Leader Program."

- Lauren Lukowski HDR Engineering, Inc.

"The Rising Leader program provided me with information that could be easily transferred into my daily activities. This information will allow me to become a more well rounded leader."

- Mark Hopf Fanning Howey

"What a great program! I found each of the sessions uniquely tailored to my experience level while also providing lots of great tidbits to think about as I progress in my career."

- Joe Schmitz, American Structurepoint

"The Rising Leader program took the blinders off and allowed me to look inward at ways to improve myself and outward at what leaders inside a firm consider on a day-to-day basis. In addition to learning, you have the opportunity to form relationships with your peers that you may not have made otherwise. In the end, it is amazing how many of us are striving toward the same goals and are all focused on adapting in an everchanging industry."

– Kevin Lang, SMBH

"The training sessions provided expert presentations in leadership and management which gives me additional skills for my current and future roles. In addition to the training, the program provided for excellent networking with other engineering professionals from throughout the state that will be invaluable as we look for teaming opportunities to better serve our clients. The program is a great investment for any future leader in the engineering profession!"

- Alan Brown, PE with Hull & Associates

"I wanted to thank ACEC Ohio for providing this wonderful rising leader program. The program has a well-rounded array of topics that covered both leadership and project management skills that will be useful in our careers. The knowledge gained and the relationships that were built will be invaluable to any future leader in the engineering field. I would highly recommend these classes." 

- Ashley Chucray, Euthenics

"The ACEC Rising Leader program provided great discussion of a wide variety of topics that leaders of professional engineering services firms will encounter as we grow in our careers and responsibilities.  In the sessions, I was able to gain insight and make connections with peers that will allow me to succeed in the future both as a business leader and owner."

- Brian Butler, Fanning Howey