Make a Client Connection with the AIA National Speakers Registry
In times of economic hardship, it’s not new for clients and the public to question the value of design. One way to reaffirm the primacy of design in the built environment and get access to new clients and new business opportunities in this contracting design and construction economy is to join the AIA National Speakers Registry. This online database collects the expertise of roughly 500 AIA members across the entire spectrum of design and construction services, and it’s always looking for new members.

AIA Convention Now Includes Navigating the Economy Track
Recognizing the challenges facing AIA members in today's uncertain economic climate, the AIA Convention Committee created a comprehensive track of programs to give you the skills and resources you’ll need to uncover opportunities in today’s weak economy and position yourself and your firm for the recovery. It’s all part of the AIA 2009 National Convention and Design Exposition in San Francisco, April 30–May 2.

Customize Your AIA Convention CE Experience On-line
For the first time the AIA Convention Web site allows you to browse the hundreds of continuing education programs, tours, and events and select those that fit your particular learning objectives. The program even alerts you to any schedule overlaps as you build your personalized program. As always, you can register for the convention and arrange your hotel accommodations directly on-line.