Founded in 1945, ISA ( www.isa.org) is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation professionals in the Western Hemisphere. ISA is the founding sponsor of The Automation Federation.

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OMAC-Organization for Machine Automation and Control-is the global organization for automation and manufacturing professionals that is dedicated to supporting the machine automation and operational needs of manufacturing. OMAC has about 500 members from end-user companies, OEM's, and technology providers and integrator companies, and currently operates three Working Groups: Packaging Machinery, Manufacturing Infrastructure, and Machine Tool. OMAC is a charter member of the Automation Federation. To learn more about OMAC, visit www.omac.org.

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WINA is a global coalition of people and companies interested in the advancement of wireless solutions for industry. WINA is a charter member of The Automation Federation. More information about WINA is available at www.wina.org.

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The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) is the world's second largest professional body of engineers with 150,000 members in 127 countries. The IET aims to share and advance knowledge to promote science, engineering, and technology across the world. Visit the IET at www.theiet.org.

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The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Education Foundation is committed to the educational needs of American youth and inspiring them to excel in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education--essential skills demanded by industry for the present and future workforce; providing access to rigorous educational opportunities by providing financial support with awards and scholarships; and funding project-based curricula and activities designed to motivate learning. To learn more about SMEEF, visit www.smeef.org.

The National Council For Advanced Manufacturing (NACFAM) is a non-partisan, non-lobbying action/think tank that brokers intense collaboration among its stakeholders from manufacturers (small, medium, and large), education, research entities, government, trade and professional associations, and individuals to develop policy recommendations to accelerate manufacturing innovation and build a more globally competitive U.S. manufacturing sector. NACFAM also does projects to improve the bottom line and sustainability of manufacturing organizations. To learn more about NACFAM, visit www.nacfam.org.

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The Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA) is an international not-for-profit industry association dedicated to the advancement of intelligent home and intelligent building technologies. CABA's mandate includes providing its members with networking and market research opportunities. CABA also encourages the development of industry standards and protocols, and leads cross-industry initiatives. To learn more about CABA, visi www.caba.org.

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The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) is a global, not-for-profit, professional association for control system integration companies. Control System Integrators utilize industrial automation equipment and software in the implementation of their projects in a wide variety of industries. Our primary mission is to provide our member companies around the world with methods and opportunities to help them improve the operations of their businesses. To learn more about CSIA, visit www.controlsys.org.

The National Career Development Association (NCDA) is dedicated to the field of career counseling and career development. Its 5,000+ members provide quality career services in a variety of settings including higher education, business and industry, military, corrections, K-12 and government to students and clients seeking to achieve their career and life goals. NCDA was started in 1913 and is a founding division of the American Counseling Association. To learn more about NDCA, visit www.ncda.org.

The American Small Manufacturers Coalition (ASMC) is a trade association of manufacturing extension agents whom work to improve the innovation and productivity of America's manufacturing community. ASMC advocates for legislative and programmatic resources that allow our small manufacturing clients to better compete in the global marketplace. The Coalition and its members do this by increasing awareness of the importance of American small manufacturers, the challenges which they face, and the federal legislation and programs which affect them. To learn more about ASMC, visit www.smallmanufacturers.org

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is the world's leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing practitioners annually.

Through its local chapters, technical communities, publications, expositions and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and keeps manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies. Headquartered in Michigan, the Society has members in more than 70 countries and represents manufacturing practitioners across all industries. To learn more about SME, visit www.sme.org.

The Society of Women Engineers (SWE), founded in 1950, is a not-for-profit educational and service organization. SWE is the driving force that establishes engineering as a highly desirable career aspiration for women. SWE empowers women to succeed and advance in those aspirations and receive the recognition and credit for their life-changing contributions and achievements as engineers and leaders. To learn more about SWE, visit www.swe.org.