“United by a shared vision for the future of the built environment, we’re excited about the opportunities this relationship will shepherd,” said Andrew Flank, Senior Vice President of Sales, Events & Exhibitions at AIA. “Strategic partners help fund key initiatives, empowering AIA to provide valuable resources to members while upholding independence and mission alignment.”

AIA connects Trimble with thousands of architects worldwide, offering year-round visibility, early specification involvement, and access to industry leaders. This joint effort ensures sustained engagement, surpassing the impact of one-off event sponsorships.

“We are committed to helping architects move their digital designs from concept to reality,” said Chris Cronin, VP & GM of Architecture, Design and Education at Trimble. “Teaming up with AIA creates meaningful intersections between technology and practice, empowering architects to design with greater confidence, iterate faster and deliver more resilient, high-impact outcomes for their clients and communities."

Trimble provides a range of building construction and design solutions, including SketchUp. As a creative anchor for Trimble’s mission to bridge the digital screen with the physical world, SketchUp has evolved from a standalone 3D modeling tool into a comprehensive and collaborative ecosystem. Now used by millions of professionals worldwide, this platform connects the initial spark of design directly to the built environment.