How to Start & Run Your Own Firm

The AIA Trust workshop, How to Start & Run Your Own Firm offers practical, professional, ethical, legal and insurance tips for a new firm to start off right. In addition, be sure to check out the full-page website guide about how to Start a Firm — where you’ll find recommended benefit programs for your new firm — along with many free practice resources designed to help guide you on your way.

Available resources include a booklet about Making the Transition to Running Your Own Firm for which you may obtain three learning unit credits by taking the corresponding self-assessment test. In addition, a webinar & booklet about how to start and run a successful architectural practice, Creating & Maintaining A Professional Practice, is also available and offers two learning unit credits. An Insurance Checklist is one of many handy resources for you to be sure you have the coverage you need to run your firm successfully.

Plus, the AIA Trust offers a host of products vital to your success—to ensure you have the coverage and benefits you need. Contact the AIA Trust directly at AIATrust@aia.org for more details.

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