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Economic Survival Guide for AIA Components

An economic recession can present unique challenges for demonstrating the value of an AIA membership to current and potential members. Yet focusing on the fundamentals, whether in a bear or bull market, can help you recruit and retain members. These practical resources help you reinforce your component's value to members.

What Components Are Doing to Help Members Navigate the Economy

Send your component’s Web page link to componentrelations@aia.org to be included here.

Excel at the Fundamentals

Revenue Protection Plan for the Components: Objectives, Scope, Strategies, Action Items
Maximizing Value, Minimizing Expenses : Budgeting Value, Income and Expense
Effective Planning and Budgeting: Long- and Short-Range Planning
Component Business Matters : Internal Controls, Record Retention, Insurance
Monitoring Member Satisfaction: AIA Market Research Summary (2007 and 2008 surveys)
Identifying and Tracking Leading Indicators: Work on the Boards Survey
Sharing Financial Best Practices from Components : AIA St Louis and AIA Pittsburgh

Emphasize Value to Members

AIA Benefits and Services : Member Benefits
Navigating the Economy: Practical tools and tips for personal and professional survival
Rebuild and Renew: Economic Stimulus Plan Advocacy Resource: An aggressive plan that will stimulate the building industry by creating 21st century communities.