The Challenge

Architecture is an industry where big projects and tight deadlines define the culture. At AJC, the leadership team was under immense pressure to deliver on massive builds while juggling client demands and internal expectations. The strain was starting to show in how leaders interacted with each other. Trust was fraying, communication was stilted, and collaboration was suffering.

AJC’s leaders recognised that the problem wasn’t talent or technical expertise; it was alignment, trust, and the ability to operate as one cohesive team under pressure.

The Solution

AJC partnered with In Bloom to run quarterly leadership offsites. These weren’t about golf days or trust falls. They were structured, purposeful sessions designed to reset, rebuild, and reconnect the leadership team. The focus was on strengthening trust, improving communication, and creating space for honest conversations.

The offsites provided a rare opportunity for leaders to step out of the daily grind and work on their team, not just in the business.

The Results

Trust improved dramatically, with leaders reporting greater openness.
Communication became more candid and effective.
Decision-making improved as alignment grew.
The leadership team shifted from individuals under strain to a cohesive unit.

Customer Voice

“The series of offsites helped us reconnect as a team. We now have trust and open conversations, which makes everything else easier.” – AJC Leader