AEROSPACE ASSOCIATIONS
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In Colorado
> American Electronics Association (AeA) Mountain States Council (www.aeanet.org)
Local chapter of nationwide nonprofit trade association that represents all segments of the technology industry. Partners with small, medium, and large member companies to lobby governments at the state, federal, and international levels; provides access to capital and business opportunities; and offers select business services and networking programs.
> American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Rocky Mountain Section (www.aiaa-rm.org)
Local chapter of national organization promoting the progress of engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense.
> Colorado Space Business Roundtable (www.coloradosbr.org)
Nonprofit business networking organization for all facets of Colorado’s space industry. Provides a forum to promote the growth of the aerospace industry in Colorado, for existing and entrepreneurial business and activities.
> Colorado Space Coalition (www.spacecolorado.org)
A statewide partnership of economic development and aerospace agencies and the state of Colorado, whose volunteer efforts promote Colorado’s space assets and opportunities. Markets Colorado's space assets nationally, expands networking opportunities for CO space companies, and advocates local policy and regulatory needs and concerns.
> National Defense Industrial Association (www.ndiamhc.org)
Regional chapter of America's leading defense industry association promoting national security. Provides the opportunity to network with the Association's government-industry team, keep up-to-date with the latest in technology developments, and a forum to address and influence issues and government policies as they relate to the health of the defense industry.
Nationwide
> Aerospace Industries Association (www.aia-aerospace.org)
Trade association representing the nation's leading manufacturers of commercial, military, and business aircraft, helicopters, aircraft engines, missiles, spacecraft, and related components and equipment.
> American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (www.asprs.org)
The mission of the ASPRS is to advance knowledge and improve understanding of mapping sciences and to promote the responsible applications of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and supporting technologies.
> Foundation for Space Exploration (www.spacex.org)
A nonprofit, philanthropic organization supporting aerospace research, education and outreach activities.
> Management Association for Private Photogrammetric Surveyors (MAPPS) (www.mapps.org)
A national association of firms in the surveying, spatial data and geographic information systems field. Members represent surveying, photogrammetry, satellite and airborne remote sensing, aerial photography, hydrography, aerial and satellite image processing, GPS and GIS data collection and conversion services.
> National Aeronautics Association (www.naa.aero)
An organization that represents all areas of flight.
> Satellite Industry Association (www.sia.org)
The Association works to advance satellite interests both domestically and internationally, and is dedicated to promoting the use of satellite technology in global communications.
> Space Enterprise Council (www.uschamber.com/space_final/default)
National organization advocating a national business strategy for the advancement of U.S. space interests to Congress and federal policymakers. Facilitates business relationships and networking opportunities between member companies and key Washington space policymakers.
> Space Transportation Association (www.spacetransportation.us)
Represents the interests of organizations and people who are engaged in developing, building, operating, and using space transportation vehicles, systems, and services to provide reliable, economical, safe, and routine access to space for private users and government, civil, and military users.
> Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) (www.urisa.org)
Nonprofit professional and educational organization that promotes the effective and ethical use of spatial information and information technologies for the understanding and management of urban and regional systems. The Association is multidisciplinary for professionals from all parts of the geospatial community.




