The following list highlights the general benefits all members receive from The American Institute of Architects.
From AIA Tennessee and AIA East Tennessee
- Subscription to AIA East Tennessee’s and AIA Tennessee newsletters
- Complimentary or discounted entry fees to seminars and events
- A discount on AIA Contracts and Documents
- Convenient access to job openings via the newsletter
- Professional development through many active Chapter committees, task forces, and educational programs
- Strong governmental affairs presence and professional lobbying activities
- Annual awards programs and publicity for the winners
- Membership discounts on many of the programs and activities occurring throughout the year. Such as:
- Seminars
- National Convention
- Golf and Volleyball Tournaments
- Project Tours
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- ARE Preparation Programs
- Opportunities for Emerging Professionals
- Mentoring Opportunities
- Social/Networking Activities
Of special interest to Allied Members and Partners:
- Access to all Chapter programs/events
- Special social networking opportunities for soft marketing
- See Partnership Opportunities for more details
For Architects and Associate Members, AIA nationally includes:
- Participation in national Knowledge Communites
- Access to www.aia.org, the national web site for architects
- National lobbying efforts
- Awards and honors programs
- Program and Research grants and scholarship opportunities
- Subscription to AIArchitect, the members’ online newsletter
- Subscription to Architect magazine
- Professional development programs
- AIA Advantage discounted programs for car rental, phone service, office machines, etc.