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Navigating the complexities of teaming partnerships in the AEC industry can often feel akin to modern dating - full of blind dates and arranged marriages with uncertain outcomes. This engaging session draws parallels between the two, offering insights into managing partnership dynamics effectively.

We’re bringing back one of the best and most well-attended breakout sessions from Amplify AEC 2025. Led by our very own DC chapter members, Amy Cuddy, CPSM (Wilmot Sanz), and Abby Harrington (Gilbane), learn strategies for orchestrating large pursuit teams, leveraging collaboration tools to enhance relationships, and identifying key indicators of successful partnerships. Through interactive exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will gain practical knowledge to become the teaming partner of choice, ensuring more fruitful and harmonious collaborations in future pursuits.

SPEAKERS

Amy Cuddy, CPSM, Director of Marketing & Human Resources, Wilmot Sanz
"With more than 15 years of experience in marketing and business development for design firms, I love to share my expertise in digital marketing, database management, public relations, internal communications, budgeting, and operations. The secret to good communication lies in understanding how individuals think. I am organized and enthusiastic leader and enjoy working on complex pursuits with architectural partners and members of my team who share my passion."

Abby Harrington, Sales Operation Manager, Gilbane Building Company
"I am a team-oriented leader who thrives on driving change through innovation, process enhancements, and cheering on my peers. With a talent for simplifying complex processes into easier-to-digest bites, I excel in fast-paced environments and consistently deliver results.  As SMPS DC’s Past President and an 11-year member, I’ve consistently demonstrated my commitment to professional growth and industry leadership. By leveraging my expertise in streamlining processes and my passion for supporting peers and coworkers, I continue to drive positive change and inspire those around me to reach new heights of success."