FMI Releases Redefining Leadership Whitepaper

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FMI Corporation, the largest provider of investment banking and management consulting to the engineering and construction industry, announces today the release of its latest whitepaper: “Redefining Leadership: Strategic Thinking in Today’s VUCA World.” It includes information gathered from interviews with more than a dozen senior executives from both design and construction companies. In addition, FMI captured input from nearly 140 industry leaders through an online survey that focused on decision making in today’s business context.

The concept of VUCA, which stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, originally gained traction in military circles as a response to the proliferation of nontraditional warfare in Afghanistan and Iraq. This concept is now resonating with an increasing number of CEOs who are trying to make sense of the challenges brought on by politics, economics, society, technology and the environment.

This paper presents one component in effectively responding to a VUCA environment – the ability to think strategically. Key highlights include:

  • Defining VUCA
  • Success factors in dealing with a VUCA environment
  • Elements of strategic thinking
  • Strategic thinking vs. strategic planning
  • Five successful tactics of strategic thinkers

To download a copy of “Redefining Leadership; Strategic Thinking in Today’s VUCA World,” click here. For reprint permission or to schedule an interview with the author, please contact Sarah Vizard Avallone at 919.785.9221 or savallone@fminet.com.

About FMI
FMI is the largest provider of management consulting, investment banking and research to the engineering and construction industry. We work in all segments of the industry providing clients with value-added business solutions, including:

  • Strategy Development
  • Market Research and Business Development
  • Leadership and Talent Development
  • Project and Process Improvement
  • Mergers, Acquisitions and Financial Consulting

Founded by Dr. Emol A. Fails in 1953, FMI has professionals in offices across the U.S. FMI delivers innovative, customized solutions to contractors; construction materials producers, manufacturers and suppliers of building materials and equipment, owners and developers, engineers and architects, utilities, and construction industry trade associations. FMI is an advisor you can count on to build and maintain a successful business, from your leadership to your site managers. For more information, visit www.fminet.com.

 

Tacquire Announces New Board of Directors

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Tacquire (TEE’-ә-kwīr’) has announced its 2012-2013 board of directors. The company serves a 14-county area, including the Triangle. Formed in 2010 by TCAR, the Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS, Tacquire includes a commercial information exchange that tracks office, industrial, retail and specialty space available for lease across the Triangle region, as well as buildings and land being marketed for sale.

“We would like to thank Shane Bull for serving as the founding president and Elizabeth Gates as acting president for the past two years,” says Kathy Gigac, 2012-2013 Tacquire president. “In addition, we are excited to welcome new board members Joaquin Canals, Roger Scott and Allison Wiggs, as well as congratulate Casey Cronce for nomination as president elect.”

Board members will serve through June 30, 2013 and include:

Executive Committee

Kathy Gigac – Colliers International – President
Casey Cronce – Wake County Economic Development – President Elect
Brett Muller – Capital Associates – Treasurer
Elizabeth Gates – Grubb & Ellis|Thomas Linderman Graham – Past President

Re-Elected Board Members

Ed Hoel, Cresa Partners
Derrick Minor, Downtown Raleigh Alliance
Jim Perricone, Partners Commercial Realty
Eric Vernon, Wyrick Robbins Yates and Ponton
Baxter Walker, Colliers International
Moss Withers, NAI Carolantic Realty, Inc.

New Board Members

Joaquin Canals – NAI Carolantic Realty, Inc.
Roger Scott – North Wake Commercial Realty
Allison Wiggs – Hunter & Associates

Tacquire’s search database has been integrated into the websites of six economic organizations:

 About Tacquire: In response to the needs of its members, the Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS® formed Tacquire in 2010. The company provides a real-time total access commercial real estate exchange. This dynamic property-centric portal is affordable and easy to use. Supported by a full-time researcher, members are able to input listings one time and distribute them across multiple platforms. Members can also add and review historical data on properties, research property records, tax data and GIS information, as well as search listings, receive daily hot sheets and market properties through broadcast e-mails. Using the same technology as National Association of REALTORS®, Tacquire provides the public the ability to search commercial property listings, the member directory, event calendar and news, as well as access property maps, demographics information, aerial views, photos and property information. Visit www.tacquire.com.

About Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS®:
The Triangle Commercial Association of REALTORS® (TCAR) is one of 1,800 local associations of REALTORS® nationwide that comprise the National Association of REALTORS®. TCAR is the second largest commercial overlay board in North Carolina with 600 members and is accredited through the REALTORS® Commercial Alliance. The association was established in 1995, but began as a committee of the residential board in 1977. TCAR serves a 14 county area, including the Triangle, for real estate practitioners, appraisers, property managers and other professionals allied with the real estate industry. Visit www.tcar.com.

YMW Founder Accepts Appointment to N.C. State Bar

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BoBonnie Weyhernnie Weyher, founding partner of Yates, McLamb & Weyher, a Raleigh, North Carolina-based litigation firm, has been appointed to the Disciplinary Hearing Commission of the North Carolina State Bar. She will serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2012.

Weyher, a defense lawyer and certified Superior Court Mediator, has more than 35 years of experience practicing law. She focuses her practice on professional liability and insurance coverage. Weyher has served in multiple leadership roles with the North Carolina State Bar including that of president during 2009-2010.

The Disciplinary Hearing Commission is composed of 12 lawyers and eight public members. The commission fields complaints referred by the Grievance Committee, reinstatement petitions and other claims. All hearings are open to the public.

About Yates, McLamb & Weyher, L.L.P.: Formed in 1983, Yates, McLamb & Weyher represents civil litigation defendants in cases focusing on medical malpractice, professional and general liability, construction litigation, products liability, insurance coverage and auto negligence. Founding partners Dan J. McLamb and Barbara B. Weyher shared a vision and built a firm characterized by legal expertise and skill, tenacity in defense of their clients’ interests, and civility and professionalism in the practice of law. Today the firm has 29 lawyers. Visit www.ymwlaw.com for more information.

 

Yates, McLamb & Weyher Join in a Race for the Cure

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Law On The Run Recreational Team
Law On The Run Competitive Racers
Law On The Run Competitive Runners

Yates, McLamb & Weyher, a Raleigh, North Carolina-based litigation firm, formed the Law On The Run team to participate in the Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure.® The team of 37, including three breast cancer survivors, raised more than $2,000 for the cause.

“The work Komen is doing to find a cure, as well as the support it provides families dealing with issues associated with breast-cancer treatment is much needed,” says Barry Cobb, partner and executive committee member of Yates McLamb & Weyher, L.L.P. “I am proud of our staff for embracing this cause and giving so generously of their time and resources.”

The 2012 Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure® was held Saturday, June 9 at Meredith College in Raleigh, N.C. It celebrates survivorship; honors those who have lost their battle; as well as raises funds and awareness for the fight against this life threatening disease.

About Yates, McLamb & Weyher, L.L.P.:
Formed in 1983, Yates, McLamb & Weyher represents civil litigation defendants in cases focusing on medical malpractice, professional and general liability, construction litigation, products liability, insurance coverage and auto negligence. Founding partners Dan J. McLamb and Barbara B. Weyher shared a vision and built a firm characterized by legal expertise and skill, tenacity in defense of their clients’ interests, and civility and professionalism in the practice of law. Today the firm has 29 lawyers. Visit www.ymwlaw.com for more information.

 

YMW Partner to Teaches on Medical Malpractice Litigation

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Lori Meyerhoffer, a partner and physician with litigation firm Yates, McLamb & Weyher, will be featured lecturer of a continuing education program on medical malpractice litigation at Duke University. The program is designed for doctors and lawyers to discuss healthcare and malpractice reform, as well as other areas where their two professions intersect.

“Medicine is a highly-regulated industry and is becoming ever more so. Physicians and their advisors need to explore together the clinical and legal implications of the way our society governs and pays for healthcare,” says Meyerhoffer.

Dr. Lori MeyerhofferDrawing from her experiences as both an attorney and physician, Meyerhoffer will discuss four areas including:

  • Requirements for expert opinions before a suit is brought
  • Standard-of-care requirements
  • Supervising physician liability for errors of their staff
  • What to do when facing a claim

Presented by the North Carolina Bar Association, the class will take place on June 15, 2012, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional information can be found at www.ncbar.org.

About Yates, McLamb & Weyher, L.L.P.: Formed in 1983, Yates, McLamb & Weyher represents civil litigation defendants in cases focusing on medical malpractice, professional and general liability, construction litigation, products liability, insurance coverage and auto negligence. Founding partners Dan J. McLamb and Barbara B. Weyher shared a vision and built a firm characterized by legal expertise and skill, tenacity in defense of their clients’ interests, and civility and professionalism in the practice of law. Today the firm has 29 lawyers. Visit www.ymwlaw.com for more information.