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Air & Waste Management Association - CenTex Section has over a hundred members in the Central Texas area, consisting of environmental attorneys, engineers, consultants, academia, agency staff (e.g. TCEQ, LCRA), and industry professionals (e.g. AMD, Motorola, Samsung, 3M). The Chapter publishes regular newsletters and holds monthly meetings with guest speakers that discuss air and waste topics of local relevance.

American Chemical Society - Central Texas Section is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization which represents professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of chemistry and sciences that involve chemistry.

American Electronics Association - Texas Council is a nationwide non-profit trade association that represents all segments of the technology industry and is dedicated solely to helping members' top line and bottom line. This is done in partnership with small, medium, and large member companies by lobbying governments at the state, federal, and international levels; providing access to capital and business opportunities; and offering select business services and networking programs.

American Marketing Association - Austin Chapter represents the very best in marketing, public relations and advertising talent. With over 300 professionals, 100 students and an Executive Advisory Board of distinguished executives from the areas most respected companies, the Austin Chapter of the AMA is one of the premier professional associations in the state of Texas.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers - Central Texas Section is a not-for-profit professional organization that promotes the art, science and practice of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences throughout the world. The core values of ASME are rooted in its mission to better enable mechanical engineering practitioners to contribute to the well-being of humankind.

American Society for Quality - Austin Section is a professional association that aims to advance learning, quality improvement, and knowledge exchange to improve business results, and to create better workplaces and communities worldwide.

American Society for Training and Development - Austin Chapter is the world's largest association dedicated to workplace learning and performance professionals. ASTD's members come from more than 100 countries and connect locally in nearly 140 U.S. chapters and 25 Global Networks. Members work in thousands of organizations of all sizes, in government, as independent consultants, and suppliers.

American Women in Radio and Television - Austin Chapter It's mission is to advance the impact of women in the electronic media and allied fields by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to our members and the industry.

Association for Corporate Growth - Central Texas Chapter is the premier global association for professionals involved in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions. Today ACG stands at more than 12,000 members from corporations, private equity, finance, and professional service firms representing Fortune 500, Fortune1000, FTSE 100, and mid-market companies in 53 chapters in North America and Europe.

Association for Women in Communications - Austin Chapter boasts nearly 200 members in fields such as marketing, corporate communications, graphic design, public relations, journalism, Web development, advertising and event planning. Our members work for Fortune 500 companies, agencies, non-profit organizations, associations, government organizations and themselves.

Association for Women in Technology Austin a not-for-profit organization comprised of women who work in, with, or have a passion for technology and who want to grow personally and professionally in order to make a lasting impact on our community.

Austin Advertising Federation a gathering place—both real and virtual—for the Austin advertising community.

Austin Community Technology and Telecommunications Commission the group's mission is to make policy recommendations to the Council with respect to concerns and needs of the whole community concerning "high-tech connectivity" issues.

Association of Information Technology Professionals - Austin Chapter has been leading and educating Austin's senior technology talent since 1954.

Austinchips has a vision to develop a vibrant and cross-connected community of semiconductor professionals by bringing together entrepreneurs from large and small companies.

Austin Area Translators and Interpreters Association has brought together language specialists to share expertise, provide opportunities to learn more about the tools and techniques of professional translators and interpreters, and promote the recognition of translation and interpretation in the larger community since 1985. Today — with its strong regional, national, and international ties — AATIA is one of the largest and most active associations of professional translators and interpreters in the country.

Austin Forum The group's main goal is to promote awareness of issues and opportunities in our local and global community, to increase understanding of these issues and opportunities through both expert opinions and discussion, and to enrich lives and impact society through increased contribution/participation from increased awareness and understanding.

Austin Free-Net provides technology training and access for the community, fostering skills that enable people to succeed in a digital age. Computer labs and classes are open to all; the primary focus is on underserved communities.

Austin Human Resource Management Association is the premier association in Central Texas driving the human resource profession to a position that is critical to organizational success. We develop professionals and provide opportunities to contribute to each other, our organizations, and our communities.

Austin Interactive Marketing Association is a non-profit professional association dedicated to championing innovation in digital marketing to brand marketers, publishers and agencies through educational, networking and association events.

Austin International Business Group caters to Austin area business owners, managers, and investors with a prominent international element to their current or planned businesses. The group gathers regularly to share challenges and insight related to international business issues, and welcomes executives and managers who have global growth goals or other international management issues as well as investors with internationally-focused companies in their portfolios.

Austin Inventors and Entrepreneurs Association is a member lead, volunteer, non-profit organization affiliated with the Austin Chamber of Commerce. We are dedicated to helping individual inventors and entrepreneurs get their idea to market. We are motivated to help others overcome the apparent lack of resources and support encountered while developing and marketing an idea.

Austin Java Users Group brings together Java developers in the Austin area to share ideas, discuss advances in technology and generally promotes the use of Java.

Austin Leadership Forum the group's mission is to elevate the role of leadership in the lives of the citizens of Central Texas; to focus on the vitality and necessity of regional leadership capital; and to serve others through the process of encouraging individuals to grow, prosper and make a significant difference through the practice of leadership skills.

Austin Linux Group is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing education about the installation, usage, and maintenance of the GNU/Linux operating system.

Austin .NET User Group brings Austin's .NET community together with industry experts and guest speakers in a forum to promote an exchange of knowledge and experiences with the .NET platform, application development, tools, and practices.

Austin Oracle Users Group enables members to share information with other Oracle User Groups, network with other local Oracle Professionals, share hints and tips with fellow members, learn from the exciting guest speakers at every meeting and express views and ask questions about Oracle technology.

The Austin Regional Group of the Sierra Club is a grass-roots volunteer organization comprised of individuals from Austin and the surrounding region who care about the environment. Their mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth.

Austin Software Process Improvement Network (A-SPIN) is a leadership forum for the free and open exchange of software quality and process improvement ideas and experiences. Our goals include sustaining commitment to software process improvement and product quality, enhancing our membership's knowledge and skills through an active program, networking, and mutual respect and support, and serving as a source of educational and practical information for our members, other SPIN organizations and Austin's software community.

Austin Technology Business Accelerator (TechBA Austin) began operations in December 2005, having IC2 (Innovation, Creativity and Capital) as its main partner, which has been successful in taking innovative technologies to the market, supporting more than 150 entrepreneur teams and helping them raise more than 725 million USD in venture capital.

Austin Technology Council (was Austin Software Council) is a member-driven association of business and organization executive leaders, working together to promote the growth and success of Austin's technology sector. ATC envisions an Austin in which the technology community is the catalyst for inspiration and leadership that transforms our city into a world-center for business innovation, creative thinking, community involvement and educational supports.

Austin Tech Happy Hour the place for the emerging technology community to relax and network with each other.

Austin Technology Incubator works with early stage technology companies to increase their odds of success and decrease their time to capital and markets.

Austin Wireless Alliance is a non-profit membership organization whose primary objective is to develop, sustain, and promote Austin as a global leader in business activity, technical innovation, and community participation within the wireless industry.

Capital Area Central Texas UNIX Society (CACTUS) is a group of mostly computer professionals and students. The purpose of the group is to educate and connect people interested in Unix and Open Systems related topics.

Capital Macintosh User Group (CAPMAC) is Austin's premiere Mac user group. CapMac offers several Special Interest Groups, (also known as "SIGs") that geared to provide learning experiences in small groups for personalized assistance and friendly collaboration. Everyone is welcome to participate.

Center for Lifelong Engineering Education located on the University of Texas campus, offers services and educational opportunities including public classroom training, conferences, eTraining, on-site courses, and customizable training. Drawing on the strengths of the Cockrell School of Engineering, current topic areas include: aerospace, architectural, biomedical, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, engineering business & management, environmental, mechanical, petroleum, and software.

Central Texas Linux Users Group (CTLUG) is an informal, mild mannered, and interesting collection of Linux users and enthusiasts based in Austin, Texas. CTLUG operates a mailing list for those interested in Linux, and sharing ideas with the wider GNU/Linux community.

Clean Technology and Sustainable Industries Organizationis a non-profit membership organization for advancing the commercialization and global adoption of clean technologies and sustainable industry practices - through community building, advocacy, and knowledge exchange.

Computer Club of Austin (was Central Texas PC Users Group) is Central Texas' the largest group of PC aficionados in the Austin area. We have an active roster of members and regular visitors with eclectic interests running the gamut from Linux to Vista, from digital photography to MS Office, from beginners to Java.

Digital Media Council supports and creates industry-led collaborations with educators and community leaders to promote the economic growth of the digital media and creative technology and design industries of Central Texas.

Entrepreneurs Foundation of Central Texas is a community of entrepreneurs which aims to amplify the philanthropic efforts of member companies, their entrepreneurs, boards and employees who invest equity, time and talent to make Central Texas an even better place to live, work and play. Their programs help build successful corporate cultures and allow start-up companies to participate philanthropically, even though charitable funds may be scarce.

International Association of Administrative Professionals - Capital Chapter has provided up-to-date research on office trends, cutting-edge publications, outstanding seminars and conferences, and top-notch resources to help administrative professionals enhance their skills and become more effective contributors to their employers for the past 60 years.

International Association of Business Communicators - Austin provides a professional network of almost 16,000 business communication professionals in over 70 countries. IABC's professional network can help you grow your career, explore new professional opportunities, make valuable connections through networking and enhance your skills.

International Facility Management Association - Austin Chapter membership gives you the industry information, professional interaction and essential resources necessary to remain competitive. IFMA represents the most connected community of facility managers in the industry, and our community grows stronger each year.

International Microelectronics And Packaging Society (IMAPS) is the largest society dedicated to the advancement and growth of microelectronics and electronics packaging technologies through professional education. The Society's portfolio of technologies is disseminated through symposia, conferences, workshops, professional development courses and other efforts. IMAPS currently has more than 4,000 members in the United States and more than 4,000 international members around the world.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) - Central Texas Section is a non-profit, technical professional association of more than 380,000 individual members in 150 countries. Through its members, the IEEE is a leading authority in technical areas ranging from computer engineering, biomedical technology and telecommunications, to electric power, aerospace and consumer electronics.

IEEE Central Texas Women in Engineering the group's focus is to serve the membership through stimulating further involvement with IEEE and providing opportunities for professional development and networking.

Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, Austin Chapter aims to support the vision of the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship by creating a forum for exchange and collaboration among the academic, business, engineering and science communities in Austin.

SEMATECH is a catalyst for accelerating the commercialization of technology innovations into manufacturing solutions and works with members and partners to reduce the time from innovation to manufacturing. For more information on Sematech or to become a member visit their website.

Skillpoint Alliance (formerly Capital Area Training Foundation) is a nonprofit organization that builds partnerships among industry, education and the community, leading to college and career success for Central Texans, while meeting employers' needs for a qualified workforce. Working as an intermediary, a facilitator and a spark of inspiration, Skillpoint Alliance helps the community "close the gap" and improve college and career success for youth and adults.

Social Media Club of Austin the 14th local chapter to launch worldwide, is part of a global movement of like-minded people from diverse industries and professions bound together with a common interest in emerging media. Meetings require registration but are open to anyone interested.

Society for Information Display has over 6000 members who are are professionals in all of the technical and business disciplines that relate to display research, design, manufacturing, applications, marketing, and sales.

Society for Marketing Professional Services has a membership of more than 5,600+ marketing and business development professionals from architectural, engineering, planning, interior design, construction, and specialty consulting firms located throughout the United States and Canada. SMPS' mission is to educate, connect, and advocate for leaders in the building industry. SMPS' vision is for premier professional service firms to recognize SMPS as their most trusted resource for building business and achieving success.

Society for Technical Communication - Austin Chapter is an individual membership organization dedicated to advancing the arts and sciences of technical communication. Its members include technical writers and editors, content developers, documentation specialists, technical illustrators, instructional designers, academics, information architects, usability and human factors professionals, visual designers, Web designers and developers, and translators-anyone whose work makes technical information available to those who need it.

Society of Manufacturing Engineers - Austin Chapter is the world's leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing practitioners annually. This link will direct you to the Austin Chapter's website.

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers - Austin Chapter promotes the development of Hispanics in engineering, science, and other technical professions to achieve educational excellence, economic opportunity and social equity.

Society of Mexican American Engineers & Scientists - Austin Professional Chapter is a non-profit organization that strives to increase the number of Mexican American and other Hispanics in technical and scientific fields. MAES works to increase opportunities, recognition, and participation of Mexican Americans and other Hispanics in engineering and science through its professional, technical, and student activities.

Society of Women Engineers - SW Texas Section is a non-profit educational, service organization dedicated to making known the need for women engineers and encouraging young women to consider an engineering education. Geographic area comprises primarily Austin, and San Antonio and surrounding areas.

SEMI Austin plans and executes programs and activities that benefit SEMI members and their customers in Central Texas.

State Energy Conservation Office As the state energy office, SECO partners with Texas consumers, businesses, educators and local governments to reduce energy costs and maximize efficiency.

Statesman Technology Section daily news about the technology industry.

Surface Mount Technology Association - Central Texas (Austin) is an international network of professionals who build skills, share practical experience and develop solutions in electronic assembly technologies, including microsystems, emerging technologies, and related business operations.

Technology Advisors Group (TAG) facilitates economic growth within Austin by providing a forum for the exchange of information and ideas between Austin's business to business professionals and the high tech community.

Texas Association of Governmental Information Technology Managers provides information system professionals a forum for generating ideas, sharing problems and devising solutions. Our purpose is to enable the local governments in Texas to realize the full potential of automation benefits.

Texas Association of State Systems for Computing and Communications strives to advance education and networking among Texas public sector IT professionals.

Texas Industry Cluster Initiative is leading the state toward realizing Governor Rick Perry's vision to build the future economy of the state of Texas by focusing on strengthening competitive advantage through six target industry clusters. The site provides in depth information on the initiative as well as links to other relative sites and information.

Texas Alliance for Technology Commercialization encompasses a broad effort to support technology commercialization in the State of Texas. The Alliance hopes to serve as a focal point of technology innovation, creativity, and leadership for all Texas universities.

Texas Nanotechnology Initiative site provides information on the Who's and the How's of nanotechnology in Texas. The Texas Nanotechnology Initiative is dedicated to establishing Texas as a world leader in the discovery, development, and commercialization of nanotechnology.

The Wi-Fi Alliance is a global non-profit industry association of hundreds of leading companies devoted to the proliferation of Wi-Fi technology across devices and market segments. With technology development, market building, and regulatory programs, the Wi-Fi Alliance has enabled widespread adoption of Wi-Fi worldwide.

Texas Advanced Computing Center has a mission to enable discoveries that advance science and society through the application of advanced computing technologies. TACC provides advanced computing resources and services to enable computationally intensive research and conducts research and development to enhance the capabilities of these resources.

TiE stands for Talent, Ideas and Enterprise and is a not-for-profit, global network of entrepreneurs and professionals. It is an open and inclusive organization that has rapidly grown to more than forty five chapters in ten countries. TiE endeavors to cultivate and nurture the ecosystems of entrepreneurship

Texas Society of Professional Engineers is the only society in Texas whose voice speaks for all branches of engineering - the only active, established organization devoting its entire effort to the professional, ethical, economic, social and political aspects of engineering. The Travis Chapter is in TSPE Region III and includes all of the Austin regional area, from Waco to San Marcos and Fredricksburg.

TexasLifeScience.com is part of a specialized network of state- and province-based biotechnology, medical device, and life science sites that includes more than 5,000 biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical companies, non-profit research institutions, universities and supporting service sector companies across the U.S. and Canada.

Texas Renewable Energy Industries Association represents member companies, organizations, agencies and individuals providing products, services and information in the areas of solar electric generation, solar hot water, large and small-scale wind electric generation, biomass electric generation and liquid renewable fuels, geothermal heating and cooling, geothermal electric generation, and sustainable (green) building design and construction.