AAIME provides business services and consulting for small businesses and people looking to start a business.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
AAIME has been in business since 1996.
What is your primary product or service?
AAIME Business Association is a non-profit that helps business owners succeed and grow their business. We help from business start-up to $500,000 in yearly sales. We provide free management consulting, free networking, 40% discount on business services like incorporation, non-profit organization set-up, 501c3 and Attorney General Registration, business Certification, taxes, bookkeeping & payroll; and up to 70% discount on business printing & mailing services. You can join AAIME Business Association for $200. Initial membership lasts two full years. After that you can renew your membership for only $45 per year.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The directors of AAIME are economists, business owners and tax accountants with over 25 years experience each.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
AAIME is different because we are a one stop shop for small business. Not only that but our prices are some of the lowest in the Chicagoland area for top quality products and services.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Right now we have an office in Chicago, Illinois and Houston Texas.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located on the near north side of Chicago Illinois in the Goose Island neighborhood. You must have an appointment in order to meet with us. Call 312-440-9357 option 2 to make an appointment. Copy and paste this link for detailed directions to our office: http://www.aaime.us/#!contact/c1d94
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Checks, Money Orders, Debit/credit cards are accepted.
Which areas do you service?
If you live anywhere in the United States, we can help you start or maintain a successful business.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Contact Paul Perry office manager.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday thru Saturday, by appointment.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
We were there when they needed us; and we helped them.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
AAIME is the Name for Business Ownership.