MG2: Strategic CEO Succession Planning and Executive Leadership Transition Case Study

When a legacy architecture firm faced a pivotal leadership transition, they needed more than a succession plan—they needed a strategy to unify leadership, protect culture, and drive future growth. OneAccord helped MG2 build a clear path forward during a defining moment in their company’s history.

The Challenge

MG2 (formerly MulvannyG2 Architecture) had built a strong reputation and global client base. But after years under the same founding leadership, the firm reached a crossroads: it was time to pass the baton.

The company had an internal successor identified, but needed a structured, thoughtful approach to transition leadership without losing strategic momentum or cultural alignment. MG2’s leadership recognized that the process couldn’t just be about changing titles—it had to be about building the next chapter of the company’s future.

Key concerns included:

Preserving MG2’s identity and culture during the CEO transition
Aligning executive leadership around a shared vision
Creating a clear communication strategy to manage internal and external stakeholders
Supporting the incoming CEO with planning, coaching, and trust-building

Our Approach

OneAccord led a strategic engagement to help MG2 design and implement an intentional succession plan.

We partnered closely with the executive team to:

Facilitate leadership alignment workshops
Support vision development for the firm’s next era
Build communication strategies to support internal transparency and external confidence
Coach both outgoing and incoming CEOs through their evolving roles
Guide the organization through the emotional and operational dynamics of change

The Outcome

MG2 completed a successful CEO transition with strength, clarity, and momentum.

Key results included:

Unified leadership with a shared vision and strategy
Strong internal engagement and trust through transparent communication
Empowered incoming CEO with support systems, alignment, and coaching
Seamless continuation of business operations and client service
The transition wasn’t just smooth—it became a launchpad for growth.

From the Client

“This was one of the most important transitions in our company’s history. OneAccord brought objectivity, structure, and wisdom to the process—and helped us emerge stronger and more unified than ever.”

— Leadership Team, MG2

Why This Case Matters

Many companies treat succession planning as a one-time event. MG2’s story shows what’s possible when succession is approached as a strategic, company-wide evolution—one that strengthens leadership, clarifies vision, and prepares the entire organization for the future.