Academic Vocations (AVN)
Vision:
Establish the primary Web-based career resource for faith-related colleges and universities to connect with Christian faculty and administrators.
Purpose:
Strengthen the quality and character of faith-related colleges and universities by matching faculty and administrator candidates to opportunities at colleges who advance a Christian faith.
Alexander Graham Bell for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AGBDHH )
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing helps families, health care providers and education professionals understand childhood hearing loss and the importance of early diagnosis and intervention. Through advocacy, education, research and financial aid, AG Bell helps to ensure that every child and adult with hearing loss has the opportunity to listen, talk and thrive in mainstream society. With chapters located in the United States and a network of international affiliates, AG Bell supports its mission: Advocating Independence through Listening and Talking!
Alliance for Continuing Medical Education (ACME )
The CME is an alliance of individuals looking to further their education in the medical industry. The site provides educational and career opportunities, information exchange, and supportive services.
CME professionals will learn and implement the most state-of-the-art techniques within in the healthcare industry by working with physicians to plan, implement, and support educational activities that focus on prevention, health care, and improved outcomes.
Goals of the Alliance for CME
• To deliver valuable and relevant member services, resources and assistance to enhance the practice of the CME professional.
• To provide for members professional development opportunities that exemplify best practices.
• To provide a forum to discuss issues that impact the profession and practice of CME.
• To advocate proactively for CME and the CME profession.
• To demonstrate organizational effectiveness by employing best practices in association governance and management.
American Academy of Environmental Engineers (AAEE)
Founded in 1955, The American Academy of Environmental Engineers is dedicated to excellence in the practice of environmental engineering to ensure the public health, safety, and welfare to enable humankind to co-exist in harmony with nature.
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers is a group of highly qualified professional engineers who have imposed self-testing and review for entry qualification. Each Board Certified Environmental Engineer or Board Certified Environmental Engineering Member, have not only the standard prerequisites for specialty certification, but also has passed written and oral examinations and reviews by an admission panel of the Academy. The Academy's certification program is accredited by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards.
The Academy is an active participant in the accreditation of environmental engineering curricula. Through this process, the Academy ensures that educational standards are responsive to the needs of the professional and that tomorrow's engineers will meet the needs of the profession.
The Academy further organizes multi-disciplinary teams of BCEEs and BCEEMs to participate in concept study groups. These groups seek solutions to major environmental problems. Once developed, the Academy provides these solutions to key policy makers in industry and government.
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) is the largest organization of professionals supporting and assisting those involved in physical education, leisure, fitness, dance, health promotion, and education and all specialties related to achieving a healthy lifestyle.
AAHPERD is an alliance of five national associations and six district associations and is designed to provide members with a comprehensive and coordinated array of resources, support, and programs to help practitioners improve their skills and so further the health and well-being of the American public.
The organization dates to November 27, 1885, when William Gilbert Anderson, two years out of medical school and an instructor of physical training at Adelphi Academy in Brooklyn, invited a group of people who were working in the gymnastic field to come together to discuss their profession. Today AAHPERD serves 25,000 members and has its headquarters in Reston, Virginia, 25 miles west of Washington DC. Members who are visiting in the area are welcome to visit the headquarters.
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA )
The American Animal Hospital Association was founded by seven leaders of the veterinary profession in 1933. Currently the serves approximately 6,000 practice teams in the U.S. and Canada, and more than 40,000 veterinary care providers in North America and overseas. AAHA has acquired its own headquarters building, has a professional staff of 74, runs more than 20 meetings and seminars annually, and produces a wide array of publications, videotapes, client information and other services.
The AAHA serves a beacon to veterinarians across the world by providing some of the most state-of-the-art medical practices and procuders by providing quality medical care to companion animals. Some of these programs involve conducting their practices and maintain their facilities with high standards of excellence. Furthermore, this includes meeting the public's needs as they relate to the delivery of small animal veterinary medicine.
American Anthropological Association (AAA) Featured Site
The American Anthropological Association (AAA) represents over 10,000 anthropologists in the United States. Anthropological skills are used in such diverse pursuits as architectural design, reforestation, public health, marketing research, consumer behavior, and the law.
American Association for State and Local History (AASLH)
Welcome. The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) originated to support the burgeoning field of state and local history. Today the AASLH is the only comprehensive national organization dedicated to state and local history. AASLH helps publish books and periodicals for history, as well as holding meetings and seminars for those in the profession.
American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)
Welcome. The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) assists and supports the nation’s 20 osteopathic medical colleges. The Association involves itself with all aspects of osteopathic medicine.
AACOM serves to centralize services to the medical colleges by bringing together data collection and analysis. The association also provides a unified voice for the medical colleges at the federal government level.
American Association of Dental Consultants (AADC )
The American Association of Dental Consultants is dedicated to continued competency in serving patients, the public, purchasers of health benefits, and the profession of dentistry. AADC is composed of dental consultants, administrators and educators from all facets of the industry throughout the world who are working together for the advancement of dentistry.
American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE)
Founded in 1973, AADE was created by and for diabetes educators.
We are dedicated to providing our members with the tools, training and support necessary to help patients change their behavior and accomplish their diabetes self-management goals.
As a multidisciplinary professional association, AADE represents and supports the diabetes educator by providing members the resources to stay abreast of the current research, methods and trends in the field and by offering opportunities to network and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
AADE is constantly working towards our vision of successful self-management for all people with diabetes and related conditions.
American Association of Law Libraries (AALL)
The American Association of Law Libraries was founded in 1906 to promote and enhance the value of law libraries to the legal and public communities, to foster the profession of law librarianship, and to provide leadership in the field of legal information.
Today, with over 5,000 members, the Association represents law librarians and related professionals who are affiliated with a wide range of institutions: law firms; law schools; corporate legal departments; courts; and local, state and federal government agencies.
American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
Need an exceptional science teacher? The AAPT Career Center is the best niche employment site for high school and two- and four-year college science teaching opportunities, with 30,000 unique visitors and over 250 new jobs each month. Over half of registered job seekers have earned their PhD or completed postdoctoral work. Pricing starts at only $450, and includes access to over 6,000 current resumes. The AAPT Career Center is a partner in the Physics Today Career Network, a job-sharing resource comprised of five online scientific job boards.
American Association of University Professors (AAUP)
The AAUP's purpose is to advance academic freedom and shared governance, to define fundamental professional values and standards for higher education, and to ensure higher education's contribution to the common good.
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is the only national organization dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of instruction. ACTFL is an individual membership organization of more than 9,000 foreign language educators and administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well as government and industry.
American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES )
The American Ecological Engineering Society (AEES) shall promote the development of sustainable ecosystems that integrate human society with its natural environment for the benefit of both by fostering education and outreach, extending professional development and associations, raising public awareness, and encouraging original research.
American Hospital Association (AHA)
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is the national organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care networks, and their patients and communities. Close to 5,000 hospitals, health care systems, networks, other providers of care and 37,000 individual members come together to form the AHA.
Through our representation and advocacy activities, AHA ensures that members' perspectives and needs are heard and addressed in national health policy development, legislative and regulatory debates, and judicial matters. Our advocacy efforts include the legislative and executive branches and include the legislative and regulatory arenas.
Founded in 1898, the AHA provides education for health care leaders and is a source of information on health care issues and trends.
American Institute of Physics (AIP)
Reach the right audience. The Physics Today Jobs website, in conjunction with Physics Today magazine, is a niche recruiting resource representing over 125,000 highly-talented professionals in physical science, engineering, and computing. The site attracts 30,000 unique visitors to more than 250 new jobs each month, with a database featuring over 6,000 current resumes. Offering the flexibility of print and/or online ads, all packages include resume access and start at only $450. Physics Today partners with five scientific organizations – AAPT, APS, AVS, and IEEE Computer Society – to form a job-sharing Career Network.
American Marketing Association Academic Placement (AMAAP)
The American Marketing Association (AMA) is the largest marketing association in North America. It is a professional association for individuals and organizations involved in the practice, teaching and study of marketing worldwide. It is also the source that marketers turn to every day for information/resources, education/training and professional networking. AMA members are connected to a network of experienced marketers nearly 40,000 strong and include leading marketing academics, researchers and practitioners from every industry
American Numismatic Association (ANA)
The American Numismatic Association is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to educating and encouraging people to study and collect money and related items. With nearly 33,000 members, the Association serves the academic community, collectors and the general public with an interest in numismatics.
American Physical Society (APS)
Hiring a scientist or engineer? The APS Career Center is the top niche employment site for physical science and engineering jobs, attracting more than 250 new jobs and 30,000 unique visitors each month. Over 70% of registered job seekers hold at least a Masters degree in these highly-specialized fields. Pricing starts at only $450, and includes access to over 6,000 current resumes. The APS Career Center is a partner in the Physics Today Career Network, a job-sharing resource comprised of five online scientific job boards.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Based in Washington, DC, the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With 148,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide.
American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB)
The American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) was founded in 1960 to bring the varied facets of cell biology together. The Society's purpose is to promote and develop the field of cell biology. Its objectives are achieved through the scholarly dissemination of research at its Annual Meeting and Summer Meetings and in its publications. The ASCB strives to ensure the future of basic scientific research by providing training and development opportunities for students and young investigators, and also by keeping Congress and the American public informed about the importance of biomedical research. Since its founding, the ASCB has grown to approximately 10,000 members. Members are located throughout the United States and in 65 other countries.
Membership in the ASCB is open to all scientists, students, and technicians who have education or research experience in cell biology or an allied field. Regular members should have a Ph.D. or other professional degree (e.g., M.D., D.V.M) or equivalent experience in scientific research. Successful application requires sponsorship by one Regular or Postdoctoral member of the Society. Predoctoral student membership is available to candidates in good standing for a doctoral degree. Undergraduate membership is also available. Membership includes scientists at universities, colleges, professional schools, government, industry, and public and private research institutions. A special nonvoting membership category is available to corporations that provide products and services for research in the life sciences
American Society for Training & Development (ASTD)
The American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) is a professional association for the field of employee training, development and performance improvement. Post your next opening to the ASTD Job Bank and gain access to 70,000 managers, administrators, practitioners, educators and researchers who develop programs for workplace learning and performance.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) members are responsible for the design, project management and construction of everything we see around us in the built environment: bridges, roads, canals, hospitals, schools, airports, power stations and railways.
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
Welcome. The American Society of Interior Design (ASID) formed in 1975 after the consolidation between the American Institute of Decorators and the National Society of Interior Designers. With more than 38,000 members, the society works to advance the interior design profession through education, knowledge sharing, advocacy, as well as community building and outreach.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Representing more than 94,000 speech-language pathologists and more than 11,000 audiologists, the Online Career Center of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the way to find qualified speech-language or hearing professionals to fill your job vacancies. ASHA's mission is to promote the interests of and provide the highest quality services for professionals in audiology, speech-language pathology, and speech and hearing science, and to advocate for people with communication disabilities. ASHA certification is the national gold standard for speech-language pathologists and audiologists who work in all settings, including schools, speech and hearing clinics, hospitals and other health care facilities, private practice, or universities.
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), established in 1863, represents more than 70,000 veterinarians working in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed services. The AVMA’s Misson Statement: Improving Animal and Human Health, Advancing the Veterinary Medical Profession.
For the past 35 years, the AVMA has assisted veterinary employers and job seekers to find the most compatible employment opportunities available. The AVMA Veterinary Career Center (VCC), activated online in 2001, now improves on bringing the best search mechanisms to both employers and highly qualified candidates. Our members not only utilize the VCC for positions in private practice but also are currently seeking unique career opportunities to build upon and compliment their diverse abilities, skills, talents and interests. Veterinarians and technicians now hold positions worldwide in a variety of private clinical settings and other professional disciplines including but not limited to education, research, managing and consulting, scientific publishing, comparative medicine, biologics, biotechnology, public health, homeland security, regulatory affairs, technical support and sales and financial and stock analysis.
Visit the AVMA Veterinary Career Center today and discover why our members Dare to be Outstanding in their Field!
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)
The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) is an interdisciplinary organization committed to the advancement of a scientific approach to the understanding and amelioration of problems of the human condition. These aims are achieved through the investigation and application of behavioral, cognitive, and other evidence-based principles to assessment, prevention, and treatment.
Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC)
The Association for the Advancement of Wound Care seeks to bring together, in community and collaboration, all people with an interest in wound care. AAWC is a multidisciplinary organization made up of volunteers and members who aim to make the wound caring world a better place for its patients. In celebration of AAWC’s 10th Anniversary, may you enjoy recounting the journey of the last decade, as AAWC’s major milestones in the pursuit of this mission are recaptured in the following historical narrative.
Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
Welcome. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is a nonprofit association of over 125 medical schools, 400 teaching hospitals and nearly 100 academic societies. By enhancing the effectiveness of academic medicine, AAMC aims to improve the nation’s health.
The AAMC assists their members in three areas: Medical Education, Medical Research, and Patient Care.
Association of Black Sociologists (ABS)
The Association of Black Sociologists (ABS) is a national, professional organization of sociologists and social scientists, founded by women and men of African descent. The organization's mission is to build a tradition of scholarship that will serve Black people in perpetuity.
Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
ACRP is the primary resource for clinical research professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries, and those in hospital, academic medical centers and physician office settings. ACRP was founded in 1976 to address the distinct educational and networking needs of research nurses and others who supported the work of clinical investigations. With its own professional society came the recognition of a new distinctive profession — that of the clinical researcher. More than 30 years later, ACRP is a global association comprised of more than 20,000 individuals in over 60 countries dedicated to clinical research and development.
Association of College and University Auditors (ACUA)
The Association of College and University Auditors (ACUA) is an international professional organization serving institutions of higher education across the globe. Since its establishment in 1958, ACUA has provided its members a collegial forum for exchanging and sharing knowledge and generating new ideas. ACUA is committed to increasing members' knowledge of auditing, regulatory compliance and risk management in higher education.
Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors-International (ACCED-I)
Welcome. The Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors-International (ACCED-I) has over 1,400 campus professionals who design, market, coordinate and plan conferences and special events on the campuses of colleges and universities around the world. Since 1980, ACCED-I has increased the visibility and enhanced the stature of the collegiate conference and events profession.
Members of ACCED-I come from 5 different areas: Individual, Institutional, Corporate, Associate and Student.
AVS: Science and Technology (AVS)
Looking for an outstanding technology hire? The AVS Career Center is the key niche employment site for top-level managers in physics, engineering, vacuum science, materials, and processing, with 30,000 unique visitors and over 250 new jobs each month. Over 70% of registered job seekers hold at least a Masters degree in these very specific fields. Pricing begins at only $450, and includes access to over 6,000 current resumes. The AVS Career Center is one of five partners in the Physics Today Career Network, a science job-sharing resource.
British American Business Council of New England (BABCNE )
The British American Business Council of New England, Inc. (BABCNE) is a non-profit international business association with a membership of more than 100 New England-based companies and individuals involved in transatlantic trade. It was launched in September 1986 by HRH The Prince of Wales.
The Council is dedicated to helping its members build and manage their businesses by providing them with introductions and referrals, marketing & networking opportunities and business intelligence through a variety of programs, trade services and publications. The programs range from events with distinguished speakers from government, industry and academia, to informational seminars on current business issues and international networking evenings.
BABCNE is a founding member of the British American Business Council (BABC) network which consists of 32 business organizations located in the US and UK and with affiliates in Canada and Mexico. Its combined membership includes around 4,000 companies and individuals involved in international trade, and provides invaluable networking opportunities to the members of the various chapters.
British-American Business Council of Tampa Bay (BABC )
The British-American Business Council Tampa Bay (BABC Tampa Bay) was first incorporated in 1985 as the British-American Chamber of Comerce of Tampa Bay and is an affiliate member of the British-American Business Council (BABC), which represents more than 10,000 executives of 33 member organizations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom.
The principle purpose is to promote trade and commerce between the United States and the United Kingdom. Locally, we represent a variety of companies and individuals who are either English establishing contacts, or setting up a business in the US -- or, Americans wishing to do business in the UK and/or attract inward investment.
Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIA/SC)
Establised in 1923, the BIA/SC is a non-profit organization that represents over 2,400 in the building and construction industries of Southern California. Members include architects, roofers, and general contractors.
California Psychological Association (CPA)
The California Psychological Association supports the psychologists of California in their efforts to promote the health and well-being of all citizens through volunteer association members and professional staff who:
Educate the public about when and how to access psychological services as well as provide referrals when requested
Provide leadership to the profession through legislative advocacy and regulatory oversight, marketing, and media outreach
Create opportunities for continuing education, networking and mutual support among psychologists of all areas of specialty
Offer professional practice consultation by providing information on clinical, legal, and ethical issues to help psychologists better serve the public
Promote research, education, and training in psychology
California Society for Respiratory Care (CSRC)
The California Society for Respiratory Care (CSRC), as an affiliate of the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC), is a non-profit professional organization, whose mission is to represent and encourage excellence in the art and science of cardiopulmonary support. The CSRC is committed to health, healing, and disease prevention in the California community. The Society extends these concepts to its members, students, healthcare professionals, and the public, through education and clinical practice.
Case Management Society of America (CMSA)
The Case Management Society of America is an international, non-profit organization founded in 1990 dedicated to the support and development of the profession of case management through educational forums, networking opportunities and legislative involvement. Unique in its composition as a international organization, over 70 affiliated and prospective chapters [including Australia, Hong Kong, and London] in a tiered democratic structure, CMSA’s success and strength is its structure as a member-driven society.
Coalition of New England Companies for Trade (CONECT)
The Coalition of New England Companies for Trade (CONECT) is comprised of manufacturers, traders, importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, transportation providers, financial institutions, law firms, accounting firms, and consultants active in international trade.
The Coalition of New England Companies for Trade (CONECT) serves the interests of New England businesses that depend on international trade.
In the increasingly complex and challenging global trade environment, CONECT provides educational and networking opportunities to keep its members informed, while also serving as a highly effective voice to enhance the trade and transportation infrastructure of New England. CONECT's mission is to educate local, state and federal government representatives and the entire New England business community as to the benefits and importance of free and fair trade to our region.
CONECT is comprised of manufacturers, traders, importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, transportation providers, financial institutions, law firms, accounting firms, consultants and other firms active in international trade.
College Art Association (CAA)
CAA includes among its members those who by vocation or avocation are concerned about and/or committed to the practice of art, teaching, and research of and about the visual arts and humanities. Over 13,000 artists, art historians, scholars, curators, collectors, educators, art publishers, and other visual arts professionals are individual members. Another 2,000 university art and art history departments, museums, libraries, and professional and commercial organizations hold institutional memberships.
Colorado State University of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS )
As the most
comprehensive animal care center in our region, we are proud to offer
you and your animal outstanding veterinary care, ranging from prevention
and wellness to the most sophisticated treatment and diagnosis of more
complicated health problems.
Colorado Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA )
William McEachran, an 1880 graduate of the Montreal Veterinary College, founded the Colorado State Veterinary Association on the campus of the Colorado Agricultural College in 1888, and served as the first president of the association. McEachran had been appointed to the position of professor of veterinary science and zoology in 1888. He taught veterinary science, zoology, entomology, and biology. The association consisted of members holding the doctor of veterinary science (DVM). In 1889 the college and the veterinary program were suspended and McEachran was out of a job. In his absence, the Colorado Veterinary Association withered on the vine. Not much is known about CVMA activities until 1907, when the association again began to function on the campus of the Colorado Agriculture College.
Today CVMA has more than 2,200 members from Colorado and across the United States and Canada, and the number of members has grown each of the last five years. A full-time staff of eight, and a dedicated group of members, have worked to create one of the most active and respected state veterinary medical associations in the U.S. CVMA is committed to creating a better life for veterinarians, and is working hard to make Colorado a better place for people and animals.
Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU )
The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) is an international association of intentionally Christian colleges and universities. Founded in 1976 with 38 members, the Council has grown to 105 members in North America and 76 affiliate institutions in 24 countries. The CCCU is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in the Historic Capitol Hill district of Washington, D.C.
To advance the cause of Christ-centered higher education and to help our institutions transform lives by faithfully relating scholarship and service to biblical truth.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.
Dallas-Fort Worth Association Executives (DFWAE )
DFWAE members are crucial parts of organizations that lead and change entire professions and industries. They know their individual successes elevate the status of our shared profession and enhance the organization's standing. DFWAE creates an atmosphere where our members can share the proficiencies they learned and the obstacles they encountered. When DFWAE members meet, they share those experiences and provide support to each other. That provides YOU with valuable tools to excel.
DFWAE works in the same way as members of your own association - we accomplish more together than we can separately. Your success benefits all of us.
For almost 20 years, DFWAE has been a good home for our members. We are an organization created by association managers to focus on the issues that directly affect them. Those issues are your issues, too, and that makes DFWAE your organization.
Diversity Talent Network (DTN)
The Diversity Talent Network is the leading online recruitment network for gaining access to talented, diverse candidates. The Diversity Talent Network™ (DTN) is a reflection of America. Inclusive of virtually every possible racial, ethnic, gender, cultural, disability, sexual orientation and religious group, the network brings together the association community, institutions of higher learning, employers and individuals who share a common interest: the career management and placement of talented professionals.
Florida Association of Beauty Professionals (FABP)
The Florida Association of Beauty Professionals is a non-profit trade association formed in 2007 to represent licensed salons, spas, schools, licensed professionals and students. The association provides and developes benefit programs that give significant money savings adding to the member's bottom line
Florida Psychological Association (FPA)
Psychologists are highly trained professionals with expertise in the areas of human behavior; mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment; and behavior change. Psychologists apply scientifically validated procedures to help people change their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and to cope better with difficult situations.
Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA )
The Georgia Veterinary Medical Association is committed to advancing the veterinary medical profession and supporting the veterinarian’s role in improving animal and public health.
The GVMA's goals are to be the voice of the veterinary medical profession in legislative matters. Act as the driving force for promoting the image and importance of the veterinary medical profession. Continue its growth through membership recruitment and retention programs, and by offering benefits and services relevant to members’ needs.
Be the model of governance, management, and motivation in the U.S. among state veterinary associations.
Greater Baltimore Urban League (BUL )
Established in 1924, The Greater Baltimore Urban League is one of Baltimore’s oldest community- based organizations devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream. Through direct services, advocacy, research, policy analysis, community mobilization, collaboration and communications, we actualize our mission to empower communities and change lives.
Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL )
Founded in 1938 and one of more than 100 affiliates of the National Urban League, the Greater Washington Urban League is a major civil rights and social services organization located in the District of Columbia. The League has nearly
70 years of experience in dealing effectively with a wide range of social and economic problems, and is governed by a 37-member Board of Directors composed of a cross-section of individuals from the Washington metropolitan area, and an Advisory Board that lends expertise and guidance to support the work of the agency.
The mission of the League is "to increase the economic and political empowerment of African Americans and other minorities and to help all Americans share equally in the responsibilities and rewards of full citizenship." To accomplish its mission, the League uses the tools and methods of social work, economics, law and other disciplines to bring about equal opportunities and equal access to African Americans and minorities in the Washington metropolitan area.
This new decade and century see the Greater Washington Urban League continuing an ongoing partnership with major institutions in both the public and private sectors to alleviate the hardships experienced by our constituents. Such partnerships also provide new avenues for our constituents to enter into the economic mainstream. Base support is provided by various private funding sources and the League also has contracts with federal and local government agencies to conduct specially-funded programs. Although many of our programs are government funded, the League continually seeks creative ways in which to involve the private sector and community groups in joint programmatic ventures.
Howard Career Services Online (HU)
To study at Howard University is choosing an institution that is experienced, dynamic, and diverse – with a tradition of quality education since 1867 provided by the constant engagement of its faculty toward the students and their needs, and by its rich campus social and cultural life.
With such a diverse student body, it comes as little surprise that life thrives on the Howard University Campus. Whatever your particular interest – culture, religion, sports, art, music, theater, politics – you will be assured of linking up with others who share it.
Coming to Howard is about connecting – with the life of the mind, the heart of a tradition, and the soul of a people. In addition, coming to Howard means connecting with the future – with success in your education and your chosen careers.
IMEX Exchange, Inc. (IMEX)
The IMEX Exchange is dedicated to promoting international trade on the Internet, and through international trade, cooperation and understanding among nations and people. Their goal is to help global entrepreneurs grow their businesses while providing value to our shareholders.
Founded in 1994, IMEX Exchange, a Delaware corporation, became one of the pioneers in using the Internet to develop international trade.
IMEX's chairman, Dennis Stillwell, has been in the forefront of encouraging businesses to use the Internet as a business tool. His column in the Journal of Commerce, called the "CyberTrader" explored the issues and trials of early stage Internet development in regards to international trade.
In addition, Mr. Stillwell, has lectured all over the country on the Internet and International Trade. He has spoken before the United Nations, Department of Commerce, USAID, NEXCO, Connecticut World Trade Organization, and many other organizations as well as representative from many foreign countries.
The last couple of years, IMEX has been very active in joint ventures. The IMEX Exchange has taken lead roles in developing businesses including Global Network Incorporated, a network of newspaper sites serving ads for major advertisers.
International NETWORK of Schools for the Advancement of Arts Education (INSAAE )
Arts Schools Network is a membership group of schools dedicated to the advancement of arts education. The Arts Schools Network provides best practice models of arts and arts integration education through their member schools. It serves as a resource for leaders of arts schools, arts integration schools and complimentary arts and education organizations. The goals of the Network are to expand services to arts schools leaders increase membership of arts and arts integration schools, and web presence, electronic communications andservices
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy, and leadership for innovation. A nonprofit membership organization, ISTE provides leadership and service to improve teaching, learning, and school leadership by advancing the effective use of technology in PK–12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC), ISTE represents more than 85,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.
International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, Inc. (ITCKC )
The Mission of the International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, Inc. is to promote international business through focused commercial education and networking to support individuals and businesses in the Greater Kansas City area. The ITC accomplishes its mission as a not-for-profit membership organization largely through the efforts of volunteer leadership with the assistance of a professional staff.
Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA)
Providing a vision and voice through continuing education, publications, legislative
and social activities to enhance the veterinary profession.
Jacksonville Urban League (JUL)
The Urban League is the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African-Americans and others to enter the economic and social mainstream.
The Urban League movement was founded in 1910. The National Urban League which is headquartered in New York City spearheads our nonprofit, nonpartisan, community-based movement. The heart of that movement is our professionally staffed Urban League affiliates in over 100 cities in 35 states and the District of Columbia. The Jacksonville Urban League was founded in 1947.
As an affiliate of the NUL, the mission of the Jacksonville Urban League is to assist African Americans and others achieve economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights.
Kansas Veterinary Medical Association (KVMA )
The KVMA promotes the advancement of its members and the veterinary profession.
The Kansas Veterinary Medical Association is a not-for-profit membership association formed in 1904 and headquartered in Topeka, Kansas. Current membership is comprised of approximately 600 Kansas and 350 out of state veterinarians.
The Kansas Veterinary Medical Association is a professional organization supporting Kansas veterinarians. Areas of emphasis include legislation, education, ethical behavior, and public awareness. The KVMA strives to improve both animal and public health and welfare. The KVMA aims to enhance the quality of veterinary care and improve the economic plight of the veterinarian by providing high quality continuing education and promoting outstanding mentor relationships for new and future veterinarians as well as cultivating the role of trained veterinary para-professionals. The KVMA promotes the diversity of the profession by valuing the wide range of career opportunities available in veterinary medicine.
Macomb Community College (MCC )
From the latest in technology to personal attention provided by first-rate professors, Macomb offers you more of the advantages you need to succeed. Learners of all ages pursue their interests via Macomb's incredible range of courses, degree and certificate programs, enrichment opportunities, and more. Macomb College was created to offer today's students - an education of top quality to succeed in the career markets of the 21st century.
Missouri Society of Association Executives (MSAE)
MSAE offers opportunities to network with members from other associations as well as associate members, share professional issues, exchange ideas, and make the right connections for your association.
In addition, MSAE offers a variety of educational programs to keep its memmbers at the top of their game as an association executive. A Speakers' Showcase and Meeting Planners' Trade Show round out annual events of interest.
At any one of these events are discussed:
contracts & meeting site negotiations
labor laws & personnel guidelines
governance issues
audits & board relations
staff issues, motivations & rewards
balancing business & personal life
Associate members have the unique opportunity to meet with many association executives in one location at these events to develop prospects and to cultivate professional relationships.
Being an MSAE member doesn't mean its all business. Besides interaction at business meetings and learning at educational programs, MSAE hosts terrific social events like the annual FunFest, golf tournament, Holiday/Christmas party and much more.
Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA )
MBITA is a non-profit international trade association dedicated to promoting business networking, and education in the greater Monterey Bay Region. MBITA provides access to global resources and utilization through the latest technologies in order to maximize their members' profits in the global economy.
The Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA) was founded in 1987 to promote international business and trade in the Santa Cruz, Monterey and Salinas area. MBITA is directed by experienced leaders in global trade, who understand the innovative methods of international business development. MBITA members benefit from this in-depth business and cross-cultural expertise.
In 1994, MBITA, representing the Counties of Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito, became a partner in Northern California's BAYTRADE consortium to help enterprises in diverse industries export products and services to the Pacific Rim, Latin American, European, and other global destinations.
NAFSA: Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is a member organization promoting international education and providing professional development opportunities to the field. Hundreds of NAFSA members volunteer to serve the Association and thousands advocate for international education.
NAFSA serves international educators and their institutions and organizations by setting standards of good practice, providing training and professional development opportunities, providing networking opportunities, and advocating for international education.
NASBITE International (NASBITE )
NASBITE International is a professional organization for the global business community. Our members include global business educators and trainers at academic institutions; trade specialists at federal, state and local trade assistance organizations, and practitioners that engage in or facilitate global business activity.
NASBITE Mission: Advancing the practice of global business
NASBITE Goals:
* To coordinate and administer the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential.
* To promote an exchange of information and resources among global business education and assistance professionals.
* To offer professional development for those engaged in global business education and assistance.
* To provide advocacy and leadership for global business education and assistance professionals.
National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE)
The National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) is the nation’s premiere non-profit organization devoted to furthering the academic success for the nation’s children - particularly children of African descent. Now in its 36th year, NABSE boasts an outreach to more than 10,000 preeminent educators including teachers, administrators, superintendents as well as corporate and institutional members. Founded in 1970, by Dr. Charles D. Moody, Sr., NABSE is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall achievement.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Welcome. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) dedicates itself to improving the well-being of young children, particularly with the quality if educational and developmental services.
National Association of Church Business Administration (NACBA )
The National Association of Church Business Administration® (NACBA®) is an interdenominational, professional, Christian organization which exists to serve the church by promoting the highest level of professional competence in individuals serving Christ through administration in local churches.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of COLLEGE and UNIVERSITY BUSINESS OFFICERS (NACUBO)
Welcome to the premier nationwide resource for employment opportunities in higher education business, finance, and administration! NACUBO is a nonprofit professional organization representing chief administrative and financial officers at more than 2,100 colleges and universities across the country.
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Welcome. The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the voice and center for collective active for its 1,200 independent school members. It aims to promote high standards of educational quality and ethical behavior for its member schools.
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) represents more than 22,000 school psychologists in the United States and abroad. Posting your job through the NASP Career Center online enables you to reach the largest pool of highly trained practitioners, trainers, researchers, students, and supervisors in the world. School psychologists work in public and private schools, school-based health centers, clinics and hospitals, private practice, universities, community and state agencies, and other institutions.
National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET )
The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) is a national membership organization dedicated to rendering all possible support and assistance to those preparing for or teaching in the field of special education.
NASET was established as a professional organization for former, current, and future special education teachers who had no professional organization to call their own. NASET develops and promotes professional excellence through the support of teachers who provide services to children with special needs.
The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) helps members stay abreast of current issues that are shaping the field, affecting the lives of students, and influencing professional careers. NASET is committed to standards of excellence and innovation in educational research, practice, and policy. NASET works to enhance professional practice for teachers of special education and to build public support for high quality special education programs.
National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA )
NAVTA is a non-profit association that represents and promotes the profession of Veterinary Technology.
NAVTA provides direction, education, support and coordination for its members. Incorporated in 1981, NAVTA is the national organization devoted exclusively to developing and enhancing the profession of veterinary technology, through education, advocacy and promotion within the industry and to the general public.NAVTA is committed to education, career growth and the advancement of its members.
Whether you are a highly experienced veterinary technician or a newcomer to the veterinary health care team, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America has something to offer you.
National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS)
Since its founding in 1987, the National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) has served as an advocate for black professionals in the public relations, media relations, corporate communications, investor relations, government affairs, community relations and related fields. Run by professionals for professionals, NBPRS addresses the diverse needs of its members through programs and partnerships that provide cultural and competitive advantages. NBPRS has chapters in the major media markets and offers peer-to-peer support, mentorship, networking, job opportunities, internships, and career advancement strategies for professionals engaged in corporate, government, agency, non-profit, and private practice.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a voluntary organization through which the nation's colleges and universities govern their athletics programs. It is comprised of institutions, conferences, organizations and individuals committed to the best interests, education and athletics participation of student-athletes.
National Consortium for Continuous Improvement in Higher Education (NCCI)
Welcome. The National Consortium for Continuous Improvement in Higher Education (NCCI) is committed to advancing administrative and academic excellence in higher education. 200 individuals represent the 60 member institutions of the NCCI.
National Hydrogen Association (NHA)
The NHA's mission is to foster the development of hydrogen technologies and their utilization in industrial, commercial, and consumer applications and promote the role of hydrogen in the energy field.
National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
The Mission of the National Recreation and Park Association is "To advance parks, recreation and environmental conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all people."
NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine (NCSVM )
North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinarian scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems.
New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association (NMVMA )
Founded in 1931 by some of the earliest veterinarians in Albuquerque, the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association is backed by 75 years of experience in helping veterinarians. Our 200-plus members would like to welcome you to this information web-site and encourage you to return often for our regular updates while you consider your options for association membership and continuing education.
Through its lengthy commitment to the veterinary profession in New Mexico, the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association has established a state-wide and regional reputation of excellence in representing veterinarians and veterinary medicine.
NEXCO (NEXCO)
NEXCO is an international trade association that sponsors monthly seminars and webinars that provide pertinent and timely information to importers, exporters, freight forwarders, bankers, attorneys, accountants, and any other professional engaged in global trade. Our members have interests in insurance, international banking, freight forwarding, trade law, customs brokerage, trade software and e-commerce. They are large and small, American, foreign and multinational.
Serving the international business community in New York City since 1963, NEXCO specializes in low cost technical seminars that take the mystery out of trade. Our Board of Directors is comprised of international business leaders from the New York City area.
NEXCO puts on one seminar every month. Each seminar is marketed to over 3,000 people in the New York City metropolitan region, and the list is growing daily.
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA )
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association is dedicated to compassionate, quality health care for all animals; protecting the health of the public; strengthening the human-animal bond and providing advanced continuing education for our members.
Northern California Society of Association Executives (NCSAE )
The new NCSAE Network will provide career services, networking and volunteer opportunities to association professionals and business partners in the San Francisco-Bay Area region. Under terms of the relationship, the NCSAE Network will be managed and staffed by ASAE, utilizing the remaining assets of NCSAE to subsidize the effort. A subset of the current 16-member NCSAE board will become the NCSAE Network Leadership Council, and will provide volunteer leadership at the local level.
The Northern California Society of Association Executives (NCSAE) has been a local allied society of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) serving the San Francisco Bay Area region of California for the past 50 years. 2005 represents NCSAE's 50th Anniversary and a black-tie event celebrating this occasion is being held on the evening of June 18, 2005 at the InterContinental Mark Hopkins Hotel in San Francisco. NCSAE promotes excellence in association management by providing professional development and fellowships, by creating a forum for association executives and suppliers, by developing a public understanding of associations, and by promoting the profession of association management.
Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Inc. (NACCMA )
The Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce, Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Inc. is a non-profit membership organization formed to promote trade, create business opportunities, professional relationships, and goodwill between the U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region and Norway. NACC MA serves innovative Norwegian and American companies and experienced professionals seeking to develop international business opportunities and expand their professional network. Located in Washington, D.C., the Chamber provides access to vital business and professional resources from the public and private sector and a doorway to significant commercial opportunities in the U.S. and Norway. With a diverse membership portfolio of over 150 corporate and individual members, NACC MA offers an exceptional membership opportunity in a globally connected business network.
Ohio Psychological Association (OPA)
Located in Columbus, Ohio, The Ohio Psychological Association (OPA) is the state affiliate of the American Psychological Association. OPA is a professional membership organization of approximately 1,500 psychologists that works to advance psychology as a science, as a profession and as a means of promoting human welfare.
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA )
The Ohio Veterinary Medical Association is a non-profit organization providing services to its members in the areas of continuing education, advocacy on public policy matters, and access to variety of professional resources. The OVMA represents over 2,400 veterinarians practicing in various fields and specialties. The organization has been serving its members and the public since 1884.
The OVMA is governed by a twenty-eight member Board of Trustees. The work of the Board and its volunteer committees is guided by a Strategic plan and the organization's By-Laws. An organization dedicated to the advancement of its members, animal health, and the important role animals play in our lives, the OVMA's core purpose is to:
Foster life-long learning, stewardship, compassion
and community in veterinary medicine.
Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OKVMA)
The Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA) is a professional trade organization for veterinarians. The association was formed in 1907 and incorporated in 1934.
The membership of the association is composed of over 1,000 individual Oklahoma veterinarians, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary medicine faculty, veterinary students, out-of-state veterinarians, and allied members.
Member veterinarians enjoy many benefits of belonging to the OVMA. They are bound to the common goals of animal welfare and professionalism.
Every year, each veterinarian licensed in Oklahoma must obtain 20 hours of continuing education to maintain their license to practice veterinary medicine in Oklahoma. The OVMA is a source for their education.
Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS )
The Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) is dedicated to the advancement of orthopaedic research and to the translation of basic and clinical research to clinical practice. The ORS carries out this mission primarily by disseminating knowledge and by promoting the development of basic and clinical scientists. The ORS also advocates for increased resources for research, and increases public awareness of the impact of orthopaedic research.
The ORS will be recognized within the orthopaedic community as the information and knowledge source of orthopaedic research and the orthopaedic organization that is focused on expanding orthopaedic research through its advocacy and education efforts and the promotion of the development of clinician scientists. The public and various health policy-making entities will identify the ORS as the source of information and knowledge on the current state of orthopaedic research.
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI )
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is the major international trade association representing the manufacturers and their suppliers of consumer and commercial outdoor power equipment such as lawnmowers, garden tractors, utility vehicles, trimmers, edgers, chain saws, snow throwers, tillers, leaf blowers and other related products. Founded in 1952, the Institute is dedicated to promoting the outdoor power equipment industry by undertaking activities that can be pursued more effectively by an association than by individual companies.
It assists, advances, and fosters the economic interest of its membership by providing accurate and timely worldwide information, sponsoring the industry's international tradeshow, promoting the effective and safe use of outdoor power equipment, and representing the members' interests in legislative and regulatory affairs. In addition, the Institute serves as a forum for the meaningful exchange of ideas and information among the industry members and representatives from the public.
It contributes to the viability of the industry and the welfare of the public by encouraging a long term view of the political, economic, sociological and technical challenges facing the industry and the impact of these challenges on society.
Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS )
The Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) is the largest international medical society that focuses on research in child health while providing a unique venue for interdisciplinary scientific interactions.
PAS is committed to high-quality of standards to addressing all aspects of academic pediatrics. The goal is to present a wide range of cutting-edge science, from basic to translational (pre-clinical), clinical and health services research, that reflects our diverse pediatric academic disciplines.
Small Business Exporters Association of the United States (SBEA )
The Small Business Exporters Association of the United States is the largest and oldest nonprofit association dedicated exclusively to small and mid-size business exporters in the United States. SBEA serves as the international trade arm of the National Small Business Association. Founded in 1937, NSBA is the nation’s oldest nonprofit small business advocacy organization. It has 150,000 members in all 50 U.S. states.
Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD)
The Society is a multidisciplinary, not-for-profit, professional association with a membership of approximately 5,500 researchers, practitioners, and human development professionals from over 50 countries.
The purposes of the Society are to promote multidisciplinary research in the field of human development, to foster the exchange of information among scientists and other professionals of various disciplines, and to encourage applications of research findings. Our goals are pursued through a variety of programs with the cooperation and service of our governing council, standing committees, and members.
Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS)
Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) is a nonprofit scientific and educational organization -- founded in 1943 -- that serves as an advocate for conservation professionals and for science-based conservation practice, programs, and policy. SWCS has over 5,000 members around the world. They include researchers, administrators, planners, policymakers, technical advisors, teachers, students, farmers, and ranchers. Our members come from nearly every academic discipline and many different public, private, and nonprofit institutions
Southwest Meat Association (SMA)
SMA is an organization created to make a difference for its members by initiating opportunities, resolving problems and thus helping allow our member companies to earn a reasonable return on investment. It is understood that the primary focus of our member companies is to produce products that meet or exceed consumer expectations in regards to product safety, nutrition and value.
State University of New York - Delhi (SUNYD)
SUNY Delhi, founded in 1913, is a thriving state institution that now serves over 3,000 students. Delhi is carving a unique niche in higher education by offering seamless, technology-based education that includes specialized certificates, more than 40 associate degree programs and 13 distinctive baccalaureate programs. Several academic programs have earned state and national reputations for excellence and in 2008; SUNY Delhi was ranked among the Top 45 Colleges in the North, according to the U.S. News and World Report Guide to America's Best Colleges.
SUNY Delhi is located in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains; the campus is approximately 3.5 hours from New York City and less than 2 hours from the state capital of Albany. The campus consists of 625 acres with 44 buildings, including 6 residence halls. The college also owns and maintains an 18 hole golf course.
Students may also pursue degrees in select programs offered at Schenectady County Community College as well as on-line.
Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA )
SYTA is the non-profit, professional trade association that promotes student & youth travel and seeks to foster integrity and professionalism among student and youth travel service providers. SYTA is "The Voice of Student & Youth TravelSM."
SYTA members are Tour Operators, Travel Agencies and supplier organizations (Hotels, Restaurants, Attractions, Airlines, Destination Marketing Organizations, etc.) that are committed to professionalism and integrity in student and youth travel. All companies listed have met either Active member (Tour Operator & Travel Agencies) or Associate member (Hotels, Restaurants, Attractions, Airlines, Destination Marketing Organizations, etc.) criteria and adhere to SYTA's Purposes and Goals and Code of Ethics.
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL)
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL) is a global association for English language teaching professionals headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA. TESOL encompasses a network of approximately 60,000 educators worldwide, consisting of more than 14,000 individual members and an additional 45,000 educators within the 100 plus TESOL affiliate associations. TESOL's mission is to ensure excellence in English language teaching to speakers of other languages.
Texas A&M University - College of Veterinary Medicine (TAMCVM )
Dedicated to serving the state of Texas, Texas A&M's College of Veterinary Medicine is one of only 31 colleges of veterinary medicine in the United States and Canada.
Texas Aggie veterinarians proudly serve our state, our nation and indeed the world in countless ways. From highly sophisticated veterinary practices serving the residents of Texas and their animals, to military, industrial, government, and university roles, Aggie veterinarians hold positions of prestige and responsibility.
The faculty and staff of the college are committed to exceptional teaching, research and patient care. Many changes will be shaping the future of veterinary medical education and veterinary medicine in the future, and Texas A&M's College of Veterinary Medicine is determined to help lead the way as the profession prepares for the next millennium.
Texas Psychological Association (TPA )
Texas Psychological Foundation is the foundation entity of Texas Psychological Association organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes. Funds received, primarily by tax deductible donation, may be used to:
Stimulate interest and knowledge of psychology to the public;
Recognize excellence and achievement in graduate training by granting awards, scholarships, and fellowships;
Encourage the design and development of novel techniques and innovative programs for providing effective psychological; services in schools, institutions, industries, and in the community-at-large;
Promote or fund basic and/or applied research programs in psychology;
Encourage and support scholarship and publication in the field of psychology; and
Develop materials and programs for the advancement of professional education in psychology
Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA)
The Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) was organized in 1903 and continues to operate as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the state of Texas. The purpose of TVMA is to support veterinarians as they practice the art and science of veterinary medicine in Texas. TVMA is owned by its members who pay dues and use our products, programs and services. These member-owners currently number over 3500 licensed veterinarians practicing throughout the state of Texas.
Today, TVMA is one of the largest state veterinary medical associations in the nation and is recognized for its leadership on important issues, innovative solutions and effective representation. The excellence of its educational programs, publications and legislative efforts has fostered an outstanding reputation among veterinarians and sister associations across the country.
The Hong Kong Association of New York (HKANY )
Established in 1987, the Hong Kong Association of New York, Inc. is a 501(c) (6) non-profit organization. Its members represent major corporations, professional firms, financial and academic institutions, and small businesses. Individuals who have an affiliation with Hong Kong or who conduct business in or via Hong Kong are encouraged to join.
The Association affords opportunities for its members to network and strengthen business contacts. It organizes regular events such as breakfasts, luncheons and after-work meetings and networking events to enable members and their guests to interact with distinguished business people and senior government officials from both Hong Kong and the U.S. who share information and their perspectives on timely issues of importance related to Hong Kong, China and the Asia Pacific Region.
The HKANY currently has over 700 members and friends including individuals, law firms and corporations interested in economic, financial and legal trends affecting Hong Kong, the Pearl River Delta Region, China and Asia, in general. Our members follow the progress of matters such as the Pan-Pearl River Delta initiative to expand trade in nine provinces and two Special Administrative Regions which surround Hong Kong; private equity, venture investment and developments in the financial services sector in China for which Hong Kong is a major port of entry; the expansion of, and benefits derived from, the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement with China ("CEPA"); legal developments affecting business matters between Hong Kong and China as well as a variety of topics of current interest in the region.
The Optical Society (OSA)
Founded in 1916, the Optical Society of America (OSA) was organized to increase and diffuse the knowledge of optics, pure and applied; to promote the common interests of investigators of optical problems, of designers and of users of optical apparatus of all kinds; and to encourage cooperation among them. The purposes of the Society are scientific, technical and educational.
The Optical Society of America brings together optics and photonics scientists, engineers, educators, technicians and business leaders. OSA's membership totals more than 14,000 individuals from over 81 countries. Approximately 40% of the Society's members reside outside the United States.
Tucson Urban League, Inc. (TUL )
The Tucson Urban League is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and was founded in 1971 in response to a significantly high unemployment rate among minorities in Tucson. A committee of businessmen from the Tucson Chamber of Commerce, led by Henry Quinto, organized this affiliate and for 35 years the Tucson Urban League has been a moving force in creating change for minorities.
Located in the Empowerment Zone, the League provides great opportunities to reinvest in Tucson. The Empowerment Zone is a mixture of tax, financing and work training incentives that are designed to revitalize our inner city. Federal tax incentives are now available to support local businesses and encourage the hiring of Zone residents. The federal tax incentives benefit businesses by improving the bottom line and benefit individuals by increasing job opportunities and income.
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine (UGACVM )
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people.
The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.
The college enrolls 96 students each fall out of more than 500 who apply. It has more than 130 faculty members.
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine (UMVCM)
The mighty Mississippi River winds through the Twin Cities home of the University of Minnesota. Founded in 1851, the University has a presence throughout the state with its five campuses and numerous research and outreach centers.
From the Crookston campus on the edge of the northern prairie to the newest campus, Rochester, less than 50 miles from the state's southern border, the University serves Minnesota’s families and businesses, while contributing knowledge and innovations to help build a healthier, sustainable world.The University also helps lead the nation in scholarship and higher learning.
Life-changing work, like the recent creation of a beating heart and stem cell transplant to cure recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a once-fatal skin disease, shows the caliber of the University's research. Ranked among the top public research universities in the world, the University of Minnesota is truly driven to discover, and that goal reaches into every college on every campus.
The University was established as a land-grant college, meaning the federal government gave it land to use or sell to provide an education for students of all incomes. Being a land-grant institution meant you also had a commitment to your state's agriculture. Today, through myriad scholarships, the University helps its students afford tuition, housing, and books, and agriculture is still a focus of its teaching, research, and outreach.
As the U grew, so did the city around it, and the University has adapted its historic land-grant mission to fit its surroundings and has dedicated itself, through programs like the University Northside Partnership, to resolving complex contemporary issues in the urban age.
University of Missouri-Columbia College of Veterinary Medicine (UMCVM )
The MU College of Veterinary Medicine has several foci of strength. One is the unique clinical curriculum. The curriculum in the last two years requires six continuous weeks in each of seven clinical specialties. Teaching is done in a form of apprenticeship with as much pragmatic involvement as possible in the Teaching Hospital. The design of teaching within blocks is highly flexible and permits frequent adaptation and improvement. Graduates are offered an average of nearly three jobs each.
University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (UWSVM )
The University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) offers a four-year professional degree program leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. The goal of the professional curriculum is to provide each graduate with a broad veterinary medical education and the skills necessary for the profession.
This goal is met by providing:
Instruction in the recognition of disease conditions based upon a sound understanding of the normal animal.
Clinical experience to develop confidence and to prepare for a professional career.
An understanding of career specialities to assist the graduate in the pursuit of research and/or speciality training in a postgraduate program.
Opportunities to develop the problem solving, interviewing, and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with clients and the public.
Instruction in basic managerial skills necessary to operate an efficient and cost-effective practice.
The basis for the integration of veterinary medical skills into husbandry and management practices of food animal production.
Opportunities to understand the relationship of veterinary medicine to public health concerns.
The recognition of the importance of lifelong learning.
The DVM degree offers the graduate many professional career options including opportunities within private practice, academics, research, industry, the armed forces, government services and others.
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh (ULPGH )
The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh was founded in 1918 with the shared National Urban League mission of enabling African-Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity and power, and civil rights. Today, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh has become one of the most accomplished affiliates in the country, leading by example with a perfect 5 out of 5 on a recent performance review conducted by the National Urban League. The rating assessed three key criteria: organizational soundness, organizational vitality, and implementation of mission.
The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh is focused on serving African-American constituents and other minorities, but no one is ever turned away. Last fiscal year, the affiliate served over 36,000 individuals in Pittsburgh and the surrounding counties. As the largest comprehensive social service/civil rights organization in Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh provides services in the areas of education, health advocacy, housing, early childhood and youth development, hunger services, employment and career training and counseling, and economic empowerment. For example, between July 1, 2006 and June 30, 2007, the agency served more than 2,500 youth through its Education and Youth Development Department, more than 5,000 adults through its Employment Training and Economic Empowerment Department, more than 4,600 children, youth and adults through the Family Growth and Child Development Department, and more than 24,000 people through the Housing Department and Hunger Services Program.
Two of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh’s current programs – Operation Home and Hunger Services – provide outreach to residents of Allegheny, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland Counties. Operation Home offers first time homebuyers classes to prepare themselves to qualify for home buying. Hunger Services provides counseling and referral to citizens who are eligible to receive food stamps but who may not realize it.
Van Andel Global Trade Center (VAGTC )
A strong liberal education serves as the foundation for Grand Valley's wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering critical thinking, creative problem solving, and cultural understanding. Through personalized learning enhanced by active scholarship, we accomplish our mission of educating students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies.
Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA )
The mission of the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association is to enhance and serve professionals in veterinary management through superior education, certification, and networking.
VHMA: The premier resource for facilitating career success and practice prosperity.
VHMA adheres to a code of ethics and the following principles for governance and management:
Promoting excellence and integrity.
Collaborating to benefit the profession.
Providing highly relevant information and content. Dedicating resources to continuously enhancing the profession.
Facilitating collegiality and camaraderie.
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
The Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) has served since 1973 as the Commonwealth’s first resource for independent pre-collegiate education, promoting educational, ethical, and professional excellence in its member schools. VAIS is an approved accrediting body recognized by the Virginia Board of Education and the National Association of Independent Schools and is a nonprofit voluntary membership organization. The VAIS mission is advanced through:
An evaluation and accreditation program that stimulates continuous improvement of its schools;
The sponsorship of a broad program of professional development opportunities for teachers, administrators, and trustees, and enrichment activities for students; and
The safeguarding of the interests of member schools in matters of legislation and regulation.
Virginia Society of Association Executives (VSAE )
The Virginia Society of Association Executives is the only association in Virginia which serves the state's association management industry. VSAE focuses its resources on the professional development needs of its members by providing information, education and ideas to assist association executives in their profession.
Washington International Trade Association (WITA )
The Washington International Trade Association (WITA) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to providing a neutral forum in the nation's capital for the open and robust discussion of international trade policy and related issues. WITA is widely considered Washington's premier trade forum.
WITA was founded in 1982 by a group of Washington area trade professionals who found a need to stay abreast of developments in trade policy, make and maintain professional contacts, and exchange information and ideas concerning world trade and international business opportunities.
Today, WITA's steadily growing membership is over 1,500 strong, including more than 120 corporate sponsors and group memberships. WITA keeps its members informed through an extensive series of programs and special events (such as our Annual Awards Dinner and Congressional Trade Agenda program) that focus on the latest positions taken by the Administration and Congress on trade policy, rules and regulations governing international trade, views of US trade policy from abroad, current issues in trade, and the latest developments in the ever-changing trade landscape.
Washington Society of Association Executives (WSAE)
WSAE is an association of professional executives looking to advance their careers.
Connecting members with the resources and people they need to succeed. Facilitating continuous learning recognized for its quality and innovation. Promoting the value and professionalism of association executives
In principle and in practice, WSAE values and seeks diverse and inclusive participation within the field of association management. WSAE will promote involvement and expand access to leadership opportunities while serving as a model to other associations engaged in such endeavors.
Winston-Salem State University (WSSU)
Winston-Salem State University is a premier, master's level public institution that develops the skills and values students need to contribute and succeed in the changing economy of the 21st Century. Its world-class degree programs in growing fields such as health sciences, information technology, financial services and teacher education, offer the flexibility to accommodate diverse life situations of both traditional and non-traditional students ranging from recent high-school graduates to working adults. The university's curriculum also prepares all students to use the latest technologies as powerful tools for continuous learning, career advancement and personal enrichment. Beyond technical skills, the WSSU educational experience inspires individual commitment to community service through class-room and field experiences that develop civic leadership and prepare students to make lifetime contributions to society.
Women's eChamber of Commerce, International (WECAI )
The Women’s ECommerce Association International™ is a not-for-profit, professional organization for individuals with an interest in doing business on the WEB. WECAI.org is dedicated to the advancement of women in business, industry, education and science.
The WECAI provides opportunities for personal and professional development through networking and through programs on topics related to doing business on the WEB. WECAI.org promotes high ethical standards of conduct and competence and promotes a professional attitude among its members.
The Women’s ECommerce Association, International sponsors virtual and in-person meetings, publishes an electronic newsletters, and supports and encourages networking both in person and via the internet.