EA678: Rachel Gresham and Ali Alsaleh - Built for Business

Built for BusinessIn this episode, Mark R. LePage welcomes Rachel Gresham and Ali Alsaleh from The American Institute of Architects to discuss Built for Business, AIA’s new podcast. Rachel and Ali share their paths through architecture and the experiences that shaped how they think about business. They also explore why architects need stronger business knowledge to build successful firms.Rachel brings together experience in architectural practice, business strategy, research, and education. Ali’s career has spanned architecture, design, filmmaking, writing, and media production. Today, they work together at AIA to create professional practice resources that support architects at every stage of their careers.Together, Mark, Rachel, and Ali discuss the inspiration behind Built for Business and the lessons emerging from its conversations. They explore why there is no single model for a successful architecture firm. Discover how better business practices can help architects create healthier, more profitable, and resilient firms.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Built for Business with Rachel Gresham and Ali Alsaleh.Learn more about Built for Business and listen at Built for Business, and connect with Rachel and Ali on LinkedIn. Please Visit Our Platform SponsorsInPro helps architects create buildings that stand up to everyday wear without compromising the design vision. As a trusted partner and single-source supplier, they make it easier to specify products that protect both your projects and your reputation. Learn more at InPro.com and tell them EntreArchitect sent you.ARCAT makes finding architectural product information simple. Access specifications, CAD details, BIM objects, and sustainability documentation from thousands of manufacturers—all free, with no paywalls or registration required. Explore the platform architects trust every day at ARCAT.com.WeCollabify is one of EntreArchitect's trusted allied partners, helping architecture firms build capacity through integrated design, BIM, and technical professionals who work directly within your team. Their goal to help firm owners create the capacity they need to better serve clients, support their teams, and make confident long-term growth decisions. Learn more at WeCollabify.com/EntreArchitect.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.