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IT Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
ACT - ASSOCIATION OF PRACTICE
ACT, the Association of Practice gives a voice to small tech companies. Our mission is to help our members foster an environment that encourages and rewards innovation, while providing resources to help them raise capital, create jobs, and continue creating incredible technology.
ASSOCIATION OF COMPUTER AND COMMUNICATION INDUSTRIALISTS
CCIA is a non-profit membership organization represented by senior executives from a wide range of companies in the computer, internet, information technology, and telecommunications sectors. It serves as the eyes, ears, and voice of the world’s leading technology product and service providers in Washington and Brussels.
BSA | SOFTWARE ALLIANCE
Headquartered in Washington, DC and active in more than 30 countries, BSA is the leading advocate for the global software industry with governments and in international markets. Its members are among the world’s most innovative companies, creating software solutions that help businesses of all sizes across the economy modernize and grow.
Real Estate Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
National Association of Home Builders
While aiming to protect the American Dream of housing opportunities for everyone, NAHB works to achieve professional success for its members who build communities, create jobs, and strengthen our economy.
Commercial Real Estate Development Association
NAIOP is a leading organization for developers, owners, and related professionals in office, industrial, and mixed-use real estate. With more than 20,000 members across North America, NAIOP advances responsible commercial real estate development and advocates for effective public policy.
Urban Land Institute
ULI is the world’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary network of real estate and land-use experts. It fulfills its mission, shapes the future of the industry, and creates thriving communities worldwide.
Mining Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers
Founded in 1871, AIME is one of the five founder engineering societies in the U.S.; the others are AIChE, ASCE, ASME, and IEEE. AIME provides representation and visibility for its member societies within the broader engineering and scientific community.
American Exploration & Mining Association
AEMA is an effective and proactive advocate for the North American mining community. It ensures the results of policy dialogues are successful, develops and coordinates effective strategies for working with key elected officials, and organizes the industry’s response to regulatory issues.
National Mining Association
Based in Washington, D.C., NMA is the national trade association that serves as the voice of the U.S. mining industry. It has a membership structure that includes more than 250 companies and organizations across all aspects of mining—from producers and equipment manufacturers to service providers.
Entertainment Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
Professional Arts Associations & Organizations
The professional arts associations and organizations below bring together like-minded visual and performing arts professionals through networking events and professional development.
Sports Industry Associations
Sports are a major global business. Billions of dollars are spent on sporting events, sports teams, sports competitions, and sports-related equipment and apparel.
Entertainment Industry Associations & Organizations
For more than 60 years, Backstage has served as a top resource helping performers find work, with more than 100,000 members, and it helps talent seekers move their projects forward.
Machinery Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
National Association of Manufacturers
Founded in 1895 in Cincinnati, Ohio, NAM represents up to 14,000 companies—from small businesses in every industrial sector to global leaders. 79% of Fortune 100 manufacturers and 54% of Fortune 500 manufacturers are NAM members. 89% of NAM’s members are small and mid-sized manufacturers.
Association for Manufacturing Technology
As the leader of the manufacturing technology community, AMT focuses on providing manufacturers with information about technological developments, helping them build winning business models, advocating for a strong “Smart Force,” and creating dynamic ecosystems that support new concepts and solutions. It is based in McLean, Virginia.
Association of Equipment Manufacturers
AEM brings together North America’s construction and agricultural equipment manufacturers and value-chain partners as a catalyst for a more prosperous market. It has members including 961 construction, 529 agricultural, 507 mining, 539 public service, and 379 forestry machinery companies.
Energy Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
American Public Power Association
APPA serves as the voice of non-profit, community-owned electric utilities that power 2,000 towns and cities nationwide. It represents the public power sector before the federal government and protects the interests of the more than 49 million people served by public power utilities.
United States Energy Association
Founded in 1924, USEA is a non-profit organization that conducts policy and research work. It includes more than 100 organizations from within the U.S. and abroad. USEA’s members include government agencies, non-profits, think tanks, educational institutions, and Fortune 500 companies.
U.S. Department of Energy
The Department of Energy works to secure America’s energy future, scientific and technological leadership, nuclear security, and to address the environmental legacy of the Cold War.
Construction Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
National Association of Home Builders
NAHB works to protect the American Dream of housing opportunities for everyone and to help its members—who build communities, create jobs, and strengthen our economy—achieve professional success.
Associated Builders and Contractors
ABC is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 22,000 members.
Associated General Contractors of America
With more than 27,000 member firms, AGC provides a comprehensive range of services that address members’ needs and concerns—helping improve construction quality and protect the public interest.
Automotive Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association
MEMA represents the vehicle supplier industry — the largest manufacturing sector in the United States — supporting more than 4.8 million jobs. It represents a legacy of over 120 years dedicated to enabling mobility.
Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG)
AIAG has more than 4,000 members, including global OEMs such as GM, Boeing, Toyota, Honda, Lucid, Polaris, Volkswagen, Caterpillar, PACCAR, BAE Systems, Nissan, Oshkosh, Stellantis, Rivian, AM General, Deere & Co., and Ryder, along with many parts suppliers including Adient, ZF, Aptiv, Bosch, Tenneco, Continental, Magna, Lear, Dana, and Freudenberg.
American Automobile Manufacturers
For more than a century, the American automotive industry — including Ford Motor Company, General Motors Company, and Stellantis — has been represented by the American Automotive Policy Council (AAPC). AAPC is an association located in Washington, D.C.
Health & Pharmaceutical Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
American Medical Association
Founded in 1847, the American Medical Association (AMA) is the largest and only national association that brings together more than 190 state and specialty medical societies, along with other key stakeholders.
Pharmaceutical Associations & Organizations
List of pharmaceutical professional associations and organizations in the U.S.
Medical and Professional Associations
A comprehensive list of medical associations in the U.S.
Chemical Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD)
The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD), founded in 1971, is an international organization composed of chemical distributors and their supply chain partners. NACD represents a major economic engine that provides valuable products to industries across the country while generating approximately $7.5 billion in tax revenue for local communities nationwide and employing more than 80,000 people.
American Chemistry Council (ACC)
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents more than 190 companies operating in the chemical business—this innovation and economic growth engine helps solve some of the biggest challenges our country and the world face.
American Chemical Society (ACS)
With more than 140 years of experience, the American Chemical Society is a non-profit scientific organization. It is a champion for chemistry, chemistry professionals, and our global member community.
Textile Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA)
ATA is a non-profit trade association made up of member companies representing the international specialty fabrics market. ATA is the largest and most comprehensive trade association serving this sector.
United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA)
Founded in 1989, USFIA represents U.S.-based and globally operating brands, retailers, importers, and wholesalers. Headquartered in Washington, DC, USFIA is the voice of the fashion industry to the U.S. government, as well as to international governments and stakeholders.
Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA)
U.S. Department of Commerce – International Trade Administration – Office of Textiles and Apparel
Cosmetics Industry Associations & Organizations in the U.S.
American Cosmetics Manufacturers Association – ACMA
The American Cosmetics Manufacturers Association (ACMA), located in the heart of Washington, D.C., is a non-profit trade association composed of cosmetics manufacturers and distributors.
Personal Care Products Council
Founded in 1894, PCPC is a leading national trade association representing cosmetics and personal care product companies and serving as a scientific, regulatory, legal, and international voice for the $529.3 billion global industry. Its 600 member companies represent more than 90% of the U.S. beauty industry.
Professional Beauty Association
The Professional Beauty Association is the largest organization for beauty professionals, with over 100,000 members, providing resources that support career development and professional needs.
American Automobile Manufacturers
Food Industry Association
Since 1906, the Food Industry Association has supported member companies and the food import sector.
Food Industry Associations
A list of more than 180 food industry associations in the United States, covering sectors such as agriculture, bakery, dairy products, meat, frozen foods, beverages, restaurants, suppliers, and distributors.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices, as well as ensuring the safety of the nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and radiation-emitting products.
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