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H-1B Changes Will Have Lasting Effects on our Workforce
In September 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation setting a $100,000 fee for H‑1B visa applications—a radical increase from previous immigration policy. The move has triggered alarm across multiple sectors, from big tech to small architectural firms, for its potential to disrupt the flow of highly skilled, non-resident professionals into the U.S. workforce. While much of the public discourse centers on tech giants, small and midsize firms—especially in archit
Hannah Brown
Oct 17, 20252 min read


Giving Feedback: Growing Capabilities and Culture
As the fall begins, Human Resources and Principals leaders often begin our busiest season of preparing for annual reviews. Many Firms...
Hannah Brown
Sep 16, 20255 min read


Coaching for Business. Coaching for Leaders
As many of you know, I embarked on training as a coach last year. It has been an amazing journey of learning and practice. ...
Hannah Brown
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Workplace Violence Prevention Planning
In California, all employers with a worksite with 10 or more employees are required to have a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan...
Hannah Brown
Jun 28, 20243 min read
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