AIB International (AIB)
Welcome. AIB International commits itself to protecting the safety of the food supply chain and delivering high value technical and educational programs. Rigorous independent inspections, superior audits and training, and shared expertise empower members to lower their business risk and strengthen their reputations.
American Meat Science Association (AMSA)
AMSA is a broad-reaching organization of individuals that discovers, develops, and disseminates its collective meat science knowledge to provide leadership, education, and professional development.
The mission incorporates the following concepts:
Broad-reaching: AMSA's membership encompasses the the entire meat industry including red meat and poultry. Members are located in a number of countries in addition to the U.S. and represent industry, academia, government and other associations.
Organization of individuals: The Association's members are individual meat scientists. AMSA is not a trade association, but works to meet the needs of its individual scientists. This differentiates AMSA from other organizations such as the American Meat Institute or the National Meat Association which are composed of company members.
Collective meat science knowledge: AMSA incorporates expertise from traditional animal science and food science disciplines resulting in a more comprehensive approach to meat science than individuals can obtain through affiliations with groups like the Institute of Food Technologists or the American Society of Animal Scientists.
Meat leadership, education and professional development: Our core strengths are information dissemination through publications, conferences and educational programs and professional development of our members. The Association's focus is not on lobbying for public policy development or other industry special interests.
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE)
Welcome. The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) is both and educational and scientific organization that dedicates itself to the advancement of engineering in regards to agricultural, food, and biological systems. The 9,000 members of ASABE come from more than 100 countries.
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.
College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Florida (CVMUFL )
The UF College of Veterinary Medicine is the state's only veterinary college. They offer comprehensive services to the public through teaching, research, extension and state-of-the-art patient care. Following graduation of its first class in 1980, the college has built on the university's reputation for excellence. Today we claim more than 2000 graduates of our professional (DVM) degree program. Our veterinary alumni are active throughout Florida, the United States and overseas in areas ranging from in-depth scientific research to traditional small and large animal practice, zoological and aquatic medicine, public health, epidemiology and the military.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to advancing scientific medical knowledge. More than 199 individuals have completed either master of science (M.S.) or doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Veterinary Medical Sciences through our graduate studies program. These individuals are working in academia, in the biomedical sciences, in government and in industry to advance animal, human and environmental health.
In support of our mission, the college commits to:
educate veterinary students to meet the needs of Florida and beyond
provide clinical educational experiences with all major species for students, interns, and residents and service referring veterinarians and animal owners through its medical center and outreach programs
develop new knowledge through basic science research, clinical research, and educational programs
disseminate knowledge to veterinarians and other constituencies needing the services of the College
prepare the next generation of educators and researchers through its graduate, internship, and residency programs
work synergistically with the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and the Health Science Center to advance biomedical and agricultural knowledge important to veterinary medicine
develop the disciplines of zoological and aquatic medicine as unique national resources for Florida.
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.
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 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.
Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA)
GMA serves as the vital link between the CPG industry and policymakers at federal and state levels. GMA's team of government affairs experts deliver our industry's message to the White House, Capitol Hill, states legislators and the appropriate government agencies. GMA represents your interest through effective lobbying, testimony, comments, scientific documentation and briefings to members of Congress, key committees and agency staff. The Association's goal is to ensure that the laws and regulations governing food marketing and production are feasible, practical and based on sound information.
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
Welcome. The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is nonprofit scientific society. Founded in 1939, the 22,000 members of the IFT work within the food science and food technology industries. IFT also publishes Food Technology and the Journal of Food Science; both publications are good resources for those in the food industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Women Chefs and Restaurateurs (WCR)
The mission of Women Chefs & Restaurnteurs is to promote and enhance the education, advancement and connection of women in the culinary industry.
Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF)
Elevating Women Leaders.
For 19 years, the Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF) has led the industry's efforts to develop gender-diverse leadership talent for all segments of the foodservice industry – operators, manufacturers/suppliers and distributors.
Since its inception, WFF has made important differences in the personal and professional lives of individual members and the foodservice industry at large. Through the Annual Leadership Development Conference, Regional Connect events, Executive Women's Summit, Signature mentoring programs and facilitated teleforums, WFF provides members with the tools needed to make a positive difference in their careers.
