Small Firms Exchange (SFx)

Board Liaison: Jim Satzinger Staff Liaison: Kathy Wendland Portland Rep: Jennifer Wright Eugene Rep: Rex Prater

Purpose:  The Small Firm Exchange is an open forum for single practitioners, principals and employees of small firms to exchange information, ideas, and resources. Monthly meetings may have guest speakers, round-table discussions, or field trips focused on a topic of interest. Some programs will award continuing education credits.

SFx Resources

AIA Resources

AIA Knowledgenet SFx Community National AIA Knowledge Community for connecting with other Small Firm Professionals.

AIAU Small Firm Series SFx selected the courses in this series to make the most of your time by providing you actionable tools, resources, and knowledge to grow your small firm into the prosperous business you envision.

Business Plan Template for Small Firms SFx has developed a beta version business plan template and a small firm business model dashboard to assist small firms in creating and evaluating sustainable business practices.

AIA Small Firms Compensation Report Updated in 2020 is the second-ever AIA Small Firm Compensation Report, dedicated to the unique needs and structure of small architecture firms. Special pricing for AIA members.

AIA Trust The purpose of The AIA Trust is to develop and offer insurance and benefit programs of the greatest possible value and to serve as a risk management resource for members and components of the American Institute of Architects.

AIA Leadership Academy This three-year program is designed for architects who are ready for the next level of accomplished leadership in their firm, profession, and community.

Other Resources

Small Business Administration The Small Business Administration helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships, the Small Business Administration assists and protects the interests of small business concerns.

Oregon Office of Small Business Assistance The office helps small businesses that have a question or concern about state or local government. They are an independent voice for small business that speaks from an objective point of view.

If you are interested in joining the AIAO Small Firms Exchange, or want more information, contact info@aiaoregon.org.