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AACE International (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering)
Since 1956, AACE International has been the professional society for cost estimators, cost engineers, project managers and project control specialists.
Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC)
ASC publishes various benchmarking surveys to assist manufacturing companies in comparing their performance against their peers and promotes the use of the industry's products.
Advanced Technology Institute (ATI)
ATI is a private, non-profit research corporation that builds international consortia to develop and implement solutions for manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, maritime, metals and healthcare industries.
AeA (formerly the American Electronics Association)
AeA is a nationwide non-profit trade association with 2,500 member companies representing all segments of the technology industry and is dedicated to helping its members’ top line and bottom line.
Aerospace Industries Association (AIA)
AIA represents the nation's leading manufacturers and suppliers of civil, military and business aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, space systems, aircraft engines, missiles, materiel and related components, equipment, services and information technology.
Alliance for Innovative Manufacturing (AIM)
AIM is a continuous learning community of industrial professionals, academics and students passionate about the making of real things that improve people's lives.
Aluminum Association Inc.
The Aluminum Association, Inc. is the trade association for producers of primary aluminum, recyclers and semi-fabricated aluminum products, as well as suppliers to the industry.
American Association of Engineering Societies
The American Association of Engineering Societies (AAES) is the umbrella organization for engineering and engineering-related professional societies in the United States.
American Chemical Society
ACS is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization that represents professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of chemistry and sciences that involve chemistry.
American Evaluation Association
The American Evaluation Association is an international professional association of evaluators devoted to the application and exploration of program evaluation, personnel evaluation, technology and other forms of evaluation.
American Filtration and Separations Society (AFS)
AFS is dedicated to R&D, problem solutions and technology transfer in filtration and separation for the benefit of industrial processes, individual health and a clean environment.
American Foundry Society (AFS)
AFS assists member companies and individuals to effectively and efficiently manage all production operations, to profitably market their products and services and to equitably manage their employees.
American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA)
AGMA is a global organization representing approximately 400 companies worldwide.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
AIChE is a leading organization for chemical engineering professionals, with nearly 40,000 members from 93 countries.
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
AISI serves as the voice of the North American steel industry in the public policy arena, in addition to playing a lead role in the development and application of new steels and steel-making technology.

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American Association of Engineering Societies
The American Association of Engineering Societies (AAES) is the umbrella organization for engineering and engineering-related professional societies in the United States.
American Chemical Society
ACS is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization that represents professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of chemistry and sciences that involve chemistry.
American Evaluation Association
The American Evaluation Association is an international professional association of evaluators devoted to the application and exploration of program evaluation, personnel evaluation, technology and other forms of evaluation.
American Filtration and Separations Society (AFS)
AFS is dedicated to R&D, problem solutions and technology transfer in filtration and separation for the benefit of industrial processes, individual health and a clean environment.
American Foundry Society (AFS)
AFS assists member companies and individuals to effectively and efficiently manage all production operations, to profitably market their products and services and to equitably manage their employees.
American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA)
AGMA is a global organization representing approximately 400 companies worldwide.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
AIChE is a leading organization for chemical engineering professionals, with nearly 40,000 members from 93 countries.
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
AISI serves as the voice of the North American steel industry in the public policy arena, in addition to playing a lead role in the development and application of new steels and steel-making technology.
American Management Association (AMA)
AMA provides individuals and organizations worldwide with the knowledge, skills and tools to achieve performance excellence, adapt to changing realities and prosper in a complex and competitive world.
American Measuring Tool Manufacturers Association (AMTMA)
TAMTMA stands for serving, supporting and educating American precision tool manufacturers and their pursuit of competitiveness in world markets.
American Mold Builders Association (AMBA)
AMBA represents nearly 300 member companies comprised of approximately 9,000 employees and representing just over $2 billion in annual tooling sales.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is the voice of the U.S. standards and conformity assessment system.
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
ASNT helps create a safer world by serving the NDT professions and promoting NDT technologies through publishing, certification, research and conferencing.
American Society for Quality
ASQ is a global community of experts and a leading authority on quality in all fields, organizations and industries.
American Society for Testing and Materials
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world.
American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians
The American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians provides opportunities for technicians and technologists to magnify their status as vital members of the engineering team.
American Society of Civil Engineers
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 147,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society.
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education.
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society.
The American Society of Safety Engineers
ASSE's 32,000 members manage, supervise and consult on safety, health and environmental issues in industry, insurance, government and education.
American Welding Society
The American Welding Society (AWS) was founded in 1919 as a multifaceted, nonprofit organization with a goal to advance the science, technology and application of welding and related joining disciplines.
AMT (The Association for Manufacturing Technology)
AMT represents and promotes the interests of American providers of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
APICS (The Association for Operations Management)
APICS is a global leader and source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing and logistics.
APQC
APQC, a member-based nonprofit organization founded in 1977, offers organizations the opportunity to benchmark their supply chain management functions at no cost.
ASM International
ASM International is dedicated to serving the materials science and engineering profession.
Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility (AIM)
AIM is a global trade association comprising providers of components, networks, systems and services that manage the collection and integration of data with information management systems.
Association for Corporate Growth (ACG)
ACG is a global association for professionals involved in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions.
Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME)
A not-for-profit association of over 5,000 members, AME is dedicated to sharing knowledge on leading-edge topics that help companies stay globally competitive.
AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers)
AEM is the international trade and business development resource for companies that manufacture equipment, products and services used worldwide in the construction, agricultural, mining, forestry and utility fields.
Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI)
AAWMI promotes and develops the growth of women in the metal industries.
Association of Energy Engineers
The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) is a nonprofit professional society of over 11,000 members in 78 countries.
Association of Energy Engineers
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world.
Best Manufacturing Practices (BMP)
The Office of Naval Research's Best Manufacturing Practices Program was created in 1985 to help businesses identify, research and promote exceptional manufacturing practices, methods and procedures.
Control System Integrators Association (CSIA)
CSIA members provide integrated control and information systems for clients in the automotive, chemical, food, healthcare, medical, metal, petrochemical, petroleum, pharmaceutical, plastics, power, printing, pulp/paper, rubber, utilities and other industries.
Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
EIA is a partnership of electronic and high-tech associations and companies whose mission is promoting the market development and competitiveness of the U.S. high-tech industry through domestic and international policy efforts.
Fabricators Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA)
FMA brings metal fabricators and fabricating equipment manufacturers together through technology councils, educational programs, networking events and the Fabtech International/AWS Welding Show, including Metalform.
Federation of Materials Societies
The purpose of FMS is to aid the materials community in obtaining information from and exchanging information with the policy community.
Fieldbus Foundation
Fieldbus Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation consisting of over 350 leading process and manufacturing automation companies worldwide whose major purpose is to provide an open and neutral environment for the development of a single, international, interoperable fieldbus.
Forging Industry Association (FIA)
FIA is comprised of 113 North American producers of forged metal components, accounting for about 68% of the custom forging volume produced annually in North America.
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
HFES's mission is to promote the discovery and exchange of knowledge concerning the characteristics of human beings that are applicable to the design of systems and devices of all kinds.
Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
ISM’s mission is to lead supply management through its standards of excellence, research, promotional activities, education and professional credentials, including the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) qualification.
The Institute of Asset Management
The IAM is the professional body for those involved in acquisition, operation and care of physical assets — particularly for professionals dedicated to furthering our knowledge and understanding of asset management.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.
IEEE is a professional association advancing innovation and technological excellence for the benefit of humanity.
Institute of Industrial Engineers
IIE is an international, nonprofit association that provides leadership for the application, education, training, research and development of industrial engineering.
International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP)
IAOP is a global membership-based organization shaping the future of outsourcing as a management practice, as a profession and as an industry.
International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative (iNEMI)
iNEMI is an industry-led consortium whose mission is to assure leadership of the global electronics manufacturing supply chain.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
ISO is a network of the national standards institutes of 157 countries whose principal activity is the development of technical standards.
Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI
The Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI is a business research and executive education organization, and advocate for manufacturing interests.
Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International
MESA is a not-for-profit organization of manufacturers and information system providers focused on leveraging technology in order to achieve business goals.
Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)
MEP is a nationwide network of not-for-profit centers in nearly 350 locations whose sole purpose is to provide small- and medium-sized manufacturers with the services they need to succeed.
Materials Research Society
MRS is different from that of single-discipline professional societies because it encourages communication and technical information exchange across the various fields of science affecting materials.
Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI)
Metals Service Center Institute members constitute the largest single group of metals purchasers in North America.
NACE International — The Corrosion Society
NACE International is a leader in the corrosion engineering and science community.
National Air Filtration Association
NAFA is comprised of individuals and companies engaged in the sale, service and manufacture of the air filtration products.
National Association of Manufacturers
NAM’s mission is to enhance the competitiveness of manufacturers by shaping a legislative and regulatory environment conducive to U.S. economic growth.
National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS)
NCMS is a cross-industry collaborative research and development consortium devoted exclusively to manufacturing technologies, processes and practices.
National Council for Advanced Manufacturing (NACFAM)
NACFAM is a policy research organization, working collaboratively since 1989 with key leaders from industry, education and government, to shape public policies and programs to make U.S. manufacturing globally competitive.
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NEMA's approximately 450 member companies manufacture products used in the generation, transmission and distribution, control and end-use of electricity.
National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)
NFPA is a forum where all fluid power channel partners — manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, customers and educators — work together to advance fluid power technology, strengthen the industry, foster members' success.
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
More than 125,000 technicians and technologists have met NICET's certification criteria and the number grows rapidly as more employers and local and state governments rely on NICET certification to measure the qualifications of their workforce.
National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)
NIMS is the nation’s only ANSI-accredited developer of precision manufacturing skill standards and competency assessments.
National Minority Manufacturing Institute (NMMI)
NMMI is a non-profit organization committed to developing, creating and retaining a viable minority manufacturing supply base in national and global markets.
National Society of Professional Engineers
NSPE, in partnership with the State Societies, is the organization of licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) and Engineer Interns (EIs).
National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA)
NTMA is the largest national trade group representing the U.S. custom precision manufacturing industry. The NTMA helps members achieve business success through advocacy, advice, networking, information, programs and services.
Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA)
PMPA is an international trade association representing the interests of the precision machined products industry.
Process Equipment Manufacturers' Association (PEMA)
PEMA is a management association serving companies in the process equipment field since 1960.
SMMA – The Motor and Motion Association
SMMA is the manufacturing trade association for the electric motor and motion control industries. More than 120 member companies include manufacturers, suppliers, users, consultants and universities.
Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals
The Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) is committed to instilling excellence in maintenance and reliability professionals.
Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering
The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) provides the global forum for information, education and professional fellowship for those who define the leading edge and application of materials and processes advancement.
Society of Fire Protection Engineers
The Society of Fire Protection Engineers is the professional society representing those practicing the field of fire protection engineering.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is a leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing practitioners annually.
Society of Women Engineers
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a not-for-profit educational and service organization that empowers women to succeed and advance in the field of engineering.
Tooling and Manufacturing Association (TMA)
TMA is a not-for-profit organization of precision manufacturing and supplier companies in the greater Chicago area.

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Workforce Development

Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics.
CareerOneStop
CareerOneStop is a U.S. Department of Labor-sponsored Web site that offers career resources and workforce information to job seekers, students, businesses and workforce professionals to foster talent development in a global economy.
Convergence
Chronicling the alignment of workforce and economic development.
Employment Specialist
This blog gives employment specialists access to factual information on the current job market and is a chance to explore innovative practices.
Institute for Work and the Economy
The mission of the Institute is to recognize and address emerging issues in workforce development policy and management and to develop novel solutions and strategies for resolving structural problems facing the workforce system.
National Association of Workforce Boards
The NAWB's mission is to support members through a comprehensive program of advocacy, training and technical assistance, communication, and the promotion of strategic partnerships for the advancement of our nation's workforce.
National Association of Workforce Development Professionals
The mission of the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals is to be the national voice for the profession and meet the individual professional development needs of the membership.
National Workforce Association
The National Workforce Association is a membership organization dedicated to strengthening the nation's workforce development system.
OSHA Training Los Angeles
Osha compliance training organization helps industries maintain compliance with federal labor laws.
Skills2Compete
Skills2Compete is a non-partisan campaign to ensure our workforce has the skills needed to meet business demand, foster innovation and grow broadly shared prosperity.

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Other Industry Resources

ASTD Policy Blog
The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) is a professional association dedicated to the training and development field.
Facilities Expo
Facilities Expo is the annual source of solutions for the region's leading building engineering, management and operations professionals.

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