What Is an Independent Information Professional?

Independent information professionals possess high-level skills in finding, managing, applying, and communicating information, and they pursue their calling with an entrepreneurial spirit.

The Association of Independent Information Professionals (AIIP) was established to connect and support these entrepreneurs.

What Can an IIP Do for Me?

• Learn how hiring an independent information professional can lead to efficiencies and greater profitability in your operation.
   
• Learn about the specialized skills an IIP can contribute to your bottom line.
   
• Find members with the skills and topical expertise you need in our Member Directory.

What Is My Future as an IIP?

AIIP was created, in part, to assist those who are embarking on an independent career path.

• See "Just Getting Started?" for AIIP-developed resources that outline the basics of the profession.
   
• Further resources, plus the directly shared expertise of a highly interactive member community, are available to those who join the Association.

Join AIIP

• Review the benefits enjoyed by AIIP members.
   
• Read about eligibility for the different levels of AIIP membership.
    
• Complete our inquiry form to learn more about AIIP and how joining can help you succeed as an independent information professional.