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When Designing Your Dispute Resolution Strategy, Consider the Courthouse
07/31/2026
Although many people in the construction industry advocate for the use of arbitration to resolve construction disputes, the prudent design professional should carefully consider whether litigation may better protect their interests.
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New Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map Take Effect Aug. 1 in City of Rockville
07/27/2026
Rockville’s Mayor and Council voted unanimously to adopt the city’s zoning ordinance rewrite and comprehensive map amendment, Monday, June 29, and takes effect August 1, 2026.
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Building a Better Proposal: How To Get Clients to Say Yes [Webinar]
PRESENTED BY BQE CORE AND TEIGER CONSULTING
BQE Software, Inc. is an Educational Program Sponsor of AIA Potomac Valley.
Part 4 of the ‘Designing Your Business’ Masterclass Series
Course Description:
The proposal is a critical part of the client onboarding process. While there are multiple types of proposals, there is never just one that works for every project. In this course, we review what is included in the proposal, the difference between a proposal and contract, and terms and conditions to turn your proposal into a contract. We also highlight the importance of linking to your project setup and the valuable benefits of using AIA agreements.
1 LU
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the session, you will learn how to:
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Define types of proposals
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List what is included in a proposal
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Analyze the difference between proposals and contracts
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Develop a well-defined Terms and Conditions Exhibit
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Illustrate the benefits of using the AIA Agreements
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Identify why you should link your proposal to your project setup
Presenter: Douglas Teiger, FAIA – Teiger Consulting; [email protected]
Douglas Teiger, FAIA, graduated from Cornell University, in 1982 with a BARCH. He opened his own firm in 1989 and grew from a solo practitioner to become managing partner of his 32-person firm.
In 2009, Douglas received a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology from USM, where he learned tools and skills he is sharing with his staff and clients. His ability to effectively streamline the operations allowed for more time to be spent on design and project research while creating a culture that fosters a holistic approach to a work life balance.
In 2017 he became president of the AIA Los Angeles Chapter and is currently serving on the AIA National Strategic Council.
In 2019 Douglas transitioned out of his firm elevating three associates to partners, sold his shares and started his next venture, Teiger Consulting.
Douglas’s mission is “Live an inspiring balanced life” whether it involves family, coaching, consulting, painting, or sports. “Love what you do and do what you love."
