ElevateHER is about the future of the AEC industry and Zweig Group’s commitment to recruiting and retaining the best minds in the industry. Through your financial support, the program is available to people from all backgrounds and firm positions without the need for financial support from their companies. It is our vision that finances do not prevent the best minds from participating.
2024 Application
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2023 Please email your completed application to ElevateHER@zweiggroup.com Acceptance to ElevateHER class of 2024 will be announced the first week of January 2024; and a final roster confirmed and published in late January.
Name
Title
Phone Number
Mailing Address (there will be multiple shipments of materials throughout the program, please provide an accurate address)
Company/Organization
Years of experience in the AEC industry
City
State
Zip Code
LinkedIn URL
The ElevateHER movement is a catalyst for personal and professional growth. Tell us why you would like to be a part of the 2024 class, and how you are looking to improve the industry through your participation. (Please respond in 500 words or less)
What unique skills, knowledge, or insight would you bring to the ElevateHER class of 2024? (Please respond in 500 words or less)
ElevateHER Sponsorship Prospectus ElevateHER is about the future of the AEC industry, and Zweig Group’s commitment to recruit, retain, and engage the best minds in the industry.
2024 Application
Is there an area of focus relating to EDI and recruitment/retention challenges that you are particularly passionate about (policy reforms, internal programs, community outreach, etc.)? (Please respond in 500 words or less)
The following question will have no impact on your application but is necessary for program coordination purposes: If chosen, will you be in need of financial assistance ? The cost to participate in the program is $3200, more details below. Yes No
Would your firm be interested in sponsoring ElevateHER?
Yes
No
Would you be interested in writing your ElevateHER story for publication on our website and/or The Zweig Letter? Yes No
Is there anything additional that you would like to share with us?
*Please understand that there will be three in-person meeting opportunities throughout the 12-month long program. Cohort members are expected to commit to attending at least two out of these three in-person options. The ElevateHER Symposium and the 2024 cohort kick-off retreat are set to take place on March 6-8, 2024 in Dallas, TX. While attendance is not mandatory, the experience and camaraderie are not to be missed. The second in-person gathering opportunity for the cohort will be at the 2024 ElevateAEC Conference around mid September. In between these dates, cohort members are expected to meet virtually to advance their projects on a regular basis via conference call or video conference. A final in-person gathering opportunity will be at the following year’s ElevateHER Symposium in the Spring of 2025, location to be determined.
The cost to participate in the 2024 cohort is $3200, please refer the FAQ section to see what this fee covers. Please check here (again) if you anticipate the need for financial support.
ElevateHER Sponsorship Prospectus ElevateHER is about the future of the AEC industry, and Zweig Group’s commitment to recruit, retain, and engage the best minds in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is included in the program fee? A: The cost to participate in the 2024 cohort is $3200. This fee covers registration for the ElevateHER kick-off retreat, access to Zweig Group’s 2024 research library (electronic reports only, valued at $5,700), a $500 credit towards registration for one Zweig Group seminars, discounted registration to the annual ElevateAEC Conference and Awards Gala in the Fall, access to other relevant workshops, materials and resources used in the development of project deliverables, and so much more. Q: Is financial assistance available to offset program costs? A: Thanks to our generous sponsors whose support help offset the cost to operate the program, full and partial financial assis - tance is available to potential participants on a case-by-case basis. It is our vision that finances do not prevent the best minds from participating in ElevateHER. Q: How many will participate in each ElevateHER cohort? A: Typically, a cohort is made up of ~30 participants, and can vary based on the number of applications we receive and select. We have found a cohort size of up to 40 participants to be optimum. Q: Will I meet cohort members prior to the kickoff retreat? A: Yes, there will be virtual meetings prior to the in-person kickoff event. All 2024 members are expected to join these virtual meetings; a more detailed overview of the program and expectations will be shared with the participants upon acceptance into the program. Q: When are the in-person meeting dates? A: The 2024 ElevateHER Symposium and cohort kickoff retreat will take place on March 6-8, 2024 in Dallas, TX; the first pre - sentation opportunity will be at the ElevateAEC Conference in the Fall at a different city, and the final presentation opportunity will be at the 2025 ElevateHER Symposium in the following Spring. Once accepted into the 2024 program, cohort members are expected to commit to attending at least two out of the three in-person meetings. Q: What is the schedule and format of the kick-off meeting? A: Once accepted as a member of the cohort, you will receive details on the schedule and format for the kickoff meeting with ample time to prepare. Q: Are non-cohort members allowed to participate in ElevateHER meetings? A: Only cohort members and invited special guests approved by the ElevateHER team are allowed to participate in the meet - ings. The ElevateHER Symposium is open to all.
Please send your completed application to ElevateHER@zweiggroup.com Reach out to ElevateHER@zweiggroup.com if you have any comments/questions.
ElevateHER Sponsorship Prospectus ElevateHER is about the future of the AEC industry, and Zweig Group’s commitment to recruit, retain, and engage the best minds in the industry.
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