named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Emerging Leaders Program
Year-long leadership development program for mid-career AEC professionals from underrepresented backgrounds, featuring mentorship, skill-building workshops, and peer networking across multiple U.S. cities.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Leadership Development Programs 3 activities
- Engagement of experienced professionals as program facilitatorsEngages experienced AEC professionals to deliver program sessions for LeaderFlow cohorts, leveraging industry expertise to enhance leadership training.
- Leadership development program for mid-career AEC professionalsOffers a seven-month, no-cost leadership development program for mid-career professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, focusing on personal growth, self-awareness, community building, and management skills. The program runs through monthly in-person sessions from March to November, organizes cohorts of 12 to 15 participants, and is delivered in cities including New York, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, and Seattle.
- Recruitment and cohort management for leadership programManages recruitment and enrollment for the LeaderFlow Development Program, with open applications for cohorts in Houston, Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, and New York.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Flowcilitator training and certification programOffers the Flowcilitator Orientation and Training Program to certify leaders in The “Flowcilitator” Framework: A Model For Inclusive Facilitation, building facilitation capacity within the AEC industry.
- Provision of continuing education credits through AIAEnables graduates of the leadership development program to earn continuing education credits through the American Institute of Architects (AIA), including a certificate of completion.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Alumni network for professional development and mentorshipProvides ongoing networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for program graduates through the FloWork Alumni Network.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Peer accountability structure in leadership programRequires participants in the leadership development program to meet with a designated “Buddy” between group sessions to foster peer accountability and support.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Coordination with employers for participant time offSupports participant engagement in the leadership program by coordinating with employers to provide paid time off for attendance at monthly in-person sessions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$457K
Contributions & grants$457K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$479K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$238K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$308K
Cash$222K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$306K
Liquid reserves5.6 mo
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +17.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANIECE L WILLIAMS | SECRETARY | 40 | $120K |
board members · 4
- BURKE PEMBERTON — BOARD MEMBER
- JOFFREY WILSON — TREASURER
- JOHN GAVAN — PRESIDENT
- SASKIA DENNIS VAN DIJI — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Aldridge Partner — Platinum sponsor of LeaderFlow as indicated by logo display
- American Institute of Architects Partner — Provides continuing education credit eligibility for program participants.
- CO Architects Partner — Scott Kelsey, Principal at CO Architects, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- Cameron MacAllister Group Partner — Listed as a partner organization supporting the LeaderFlow Development Program.
- Cameron MacAllister Group Partner — Saskia Dennis-van Dijl, Principal at Cameron MacAllister Group, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- Community Partners Government — LeaderFlow is a project of Community Partners, a 501c3 organization
- DPR Construction Partner — Renee Powers, Global Social Responsibility Manager at DPR Construction, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- Focus on Leaders Partner — Dr. Jane Carr, Principal at Focus on Leaders, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- HED Architects Partner — Petrina Gooch, Principal and Corporate HR Leader at HED Architects, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- Houston National Organization of Minority Architects Partner — Listed as a partner organization supporting the LeaderFlow Development Program.
- Janiece L. Williams, NOMA Partner — Facilitator in the LeaderFlow program
- John Gavan, SE Partner — Facilitator in the LeaderFlow program
- KPFF Consulting Engineers Partner — Co-founder John Gavan adapted a leadership development framework from KPFF Consulting Engineers to help launch LeaderFlow.
- KPFF Consulting Engineers Partner — Multiple principals from KPFF Consulting Engineers, including Puja Kashyap, Allen Escobedo, Greg Buccola, and Nikhil Kalghatgi, serve as Flowcilitators for LeaderFlow.
- National Organization of Minority Architects Partner — Partner organization supporting the LeaderFlow Development Program.
- Partner Energy Partner — Lance Collins, Principal and Director at Partner Energy, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- Rooted Partner — Partner organization supporting the LeaderFlow Development Program.
- Rooted Consulting Group Partner — Collaborated with LeaderFlow to develop The “Flowcilitator” Framework: A Model For Inclusive Facilitation.
- SG Family Partner — Foundational sponsor of LeaderFlow as indicated by logo display
- SoCal NOMA Partner — Collaborated with the Southern California Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects to launch the first annual leadership development program.
- Southern California Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects Partner — Partnered with LeaderFlow on the 2021 pilot program of the LeaderFlow Development Program.
- Tru You LLC Partner — Sonal Sheth Zawahri, Speaker and Trainer at Tru You LLC, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
- WRNS Studio Partner — Lilian Asperin, Principal at WRNS Studio, serves as a Flowcilitator for LeaderFlow.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cohort-Based Leadership Development with Cross-Organizational Participation 159 orgsmethodology: cohort_based_leadership_developmentBy placing mid-career AEC professionals from different companies into small, city-based cohorts, the organization fosters authentic dialogue and peer learning in a psychologically safe environment, which enhances leadership growth because shared vulnerability and cross-firm relationships deepen engagement and accountability.shared approach: Peer-Led Capacity Building →
- Inclusive Facilitation as a Lever for Organizational Equity 159 orgsmethodology: inclusive_facilitationBy training leaders in equity-centered facilitation using the “Flowcilitator” Framework, the organization advances systemic equity in the AEC industry because leaders who can steward inclusive conversations are better equipped to transform team dynamics and decision-making processes within their organizations.shared approach: Peer-Led Capacity Building →
- Integrated Leadership Model Aligning Personal and Professional Values 159 orgsmethodology: integrated_leadership_developmentBy combining self-awareness, personal values integration, management training, and community building—such as through the Total Leadership model—the organization prepares diverse professionals for leadership because holistic development increases alignment between individual purpose and organizational impact, leading to more sustainable and equitable leadership pathways.shared approach: Peer-Led Capacity Building →
- Strengths-Based and Assessment-Driven Personal Development 159 orgsmethodology: strengths_based_leadership_developmentBy using validated assessments like CliftonStrengths® and emotional intelligence tools combined with personalized coaching, the organization enhances leadership effectiveness because focusing on individual strengths and self-awareness leads to more authentic, resilient, and inclusive leadership in the AEC industry.shared approach: Peer-Led Capacity Building →
- Mentorship and Network Development for Underrepresented Leadersmethodology: mentorship_and_network_developmentBy pairing underrepresented mid-career AEC professionals with mentorship and structured networking opportunities, the organization builds leadership capacity because sustained relationships with experienced leaders increase access to sponsorship, knowledge, and career advancement in a historically exclusionary industry.