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Aggie Roundtable (ART) http://www.aggieroundtable.com
The Aggie Roundable group uses referral networking to assist each other in expanding business opportunities and to help find jobs for those in transition.

  • Dallas A&M Roundtable - For more than 12 years now, the Aggie Roundtable has had a loyal following. Attendance at each meeting includes a good mix of Aggies who are employed and Aggies "in transition". The ART group uses referral networking to assist each other in expanding business opportunities and to help find jobs for those in transition. Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Early Networking begins at 6:50 AM Program starts at 7:00 AM Roundtable will end by 8:00 AM. Check the DAMC Calendar http://www.dallasaggies.org/html/calendar.asp for the current location of the Aggie Roundtable meetings. $5 Meeting cost covers Coffee and Juice; additional proceeds benefit the DAMC scholarship fund. For more info go to http://www.dallasaggies.org/html/network.asp
  •  Denton County A&M Business Round Table - Business Leads, Career Opportunities, Networking with fellow Aggies, Featured Speakers Covering the Latest Business Issues and Aggies Helping Aggies Each Week.Date/Time: 1st & 3rd Fridays of every month, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM, Location: I-Hop, 2600 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound, TX 75022, (972) 899-3235 Cost: How big is your appetite?! Contact: Larry Collis '83 (214) 213-5518 or visit http://www.dentoncountyaggies.com/roundtable.php  

 

Alliance of Technology and Women www.atwinternational.org
ATW supports women and men worldwide who share the common interests of empowering women in technology, increasing the number of women in executive roles and encouraging women and girls to enter technology fields.


American Collectors Association http://www.acainternational.org
ACA International is not-for-profit trade association for professional businesses and individuals in the credit and collection industry. ACA ties together the entire credit and collection cycle, which is critical to the world's economy. ACA's membership includes collection professionals, asset buyers, attorneys, creditors and vendors in more than 55 countries. The association is the voice of the credit and collection industry and serves as a resource for its members, the media, policy makers and consumers.


American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) http://www.asme.org/, http://sections.asme.org/northtexas/, http://sections.asme.org/wts/ The North Texas Section tends to meet in the North Dallas suburbs; the West Texas Section tends to meet in the FW / Arlington area. The parent organization and the local sections all have LinkedIn groups that post meeting information, job leads, etc. ASME helps the global engineering community develop solutions to real world challenges. Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society. ASME codes and standards, publications, conferences, continuing education and professional development programs provide a foundation for advancing technical knowledge and a safer world.

 

American Society for Quality http://www.asq.org
The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is the world's leading authority on quality. With more than 100,000 individual and organizational members, this professional association advances learning, quality improvement, and knowledge exchange to improve business results, and to create better workplaces and communities worldwide. As champion of the quality movement, ASQ offers technologies, concepts, tools, and training to quality professionals, quality practitioners, and everyday consumers, encouraging all to Make Good Great.


American Society of Safety Engineers http://www.asse.org/
ASSE is the oldest and largest professional safety organization. Its more than 30,000 members manage, supervise and consult on safety, health, and environmental issues in industry, insurance, government and education.


American Society for Training & Development ASTD
Dallas Chapter – http://www.dallasastd.org Ft Worth Chapter –http:// www.astdfortworth.org/
American Society for Training & Development is the world's largest association dedicated to workplace learning and performance professionals. Members work in thousands of organizations of all sizes, in government, as independent consultants, and suppliers. ASTD has widened the profession's focus to link learning and performance to individual and organizational results, and is a sought-after voice on critical public policy issues.


American Society of Transportation & Logistics www.astl.org
AST&L's mission is to promote and facilitate education and certification in the fiends of transportation, logistics, and supply chain management. AST&L's membership of shippers, carriers, educators, consultants and third-party logistics individuals are dedicated to continuing education and are committed to raising the professional standards in the transportation and logistics industry.


American Women in Radio and Television www.awrt.org
The mission of AWRT 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. Our Goals: 1. Work to improve the quality of the electronic media; 2. Promote the entry, development and advancement of women in the electronic media and allied fiends; 3. Serve as a medium of communication and idea exchange; and 4. Become involved in community concerns.

 

APLN - The Agile Project Leadership Network (APLN) http://www.apln.org/  is a 501(c)6 non profit organization that is focused on making people great project leaders by focusing on the following:  Value, Customers, Context, Teams, Individuals, Uncertainty. The Fort Worth Texas APLN Chapter meets the second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:30pm. For more info contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


Association of Information Technology Professionals www.aitp.org
Dallas Chapter – www.aitpdallas.org
AITP is the professional association comprised of career minded individuals who seek to expand their potential - employers, employees, managers, programmers, and many others. The organization seeks to provide avenues for all their members to be teachers as well as students and to make contacts with other members in the IS field, all in an effort to become more marketable in rapidly changing, technological careers.

 

Association of Wedding Professionals www.awpdallas.com
The members of the Association of Wedding professionals strive to promote the highest standard of service, professional conduct and business etiquette in the wedding industry. We emphasize education and the value of networking to our members. We are committed to excellence within ourselves in order to provide the bride and groom nothing less than quality service and satisfaction.

 

Association for Manufacturing Excellence www.ame.org
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence is North America's premier organization for the exchange of knowledge in Organizational Excellence through the implementation of techniques such as Lean Tools, Leadership, Lean Product Development, Lean Supply Chain and Lean Accounting.

 

Association for Operations Management www.ntxapics.org
APICS The Association for Operations Management is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

 

Association for Software Engineering Excellence www.dfw-asee.org
The DFW ASEE is software engineering, management, quality and configuration management professionals from industry, government, and academia dedicated to advancing software productivity and quality. We focus on building awareness of software engineering/quality techniques and methodologies across industries and software disciplines. Membership is free and open to everyone.

 

Association for Strategic Planning www.strategyplus.org/chapters/Dallas.php
The DFW Chapter is the foremost learning organization for enterprise strategy creation in the Metroplex. Now in our fourth year, we are the only DFW professional organization dedicated to the true discussion of stimulating and leading-edge strategic thinking, planning and action.

 

Association for Women in Communications www.awcdallas.com
The Association for Women in Communications is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence: promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era.

 

BioDFW www.biodfw.com
BioDFW will be the primary vehicle that establishes the North Texas region as a global competitor in the life sciences industry and works to foster an ideal climate for entrepreneurs, researchers, industry management and staff, faculty, students and related business suppliers.

 

CEO Netweavers www.ceonetweavers.org
CEO Netweavers is a peer-to-peer support network of CEOs and their trusted professional service advisors, freely sharing knowledge, skills, and relationships to build careers and businesses without expecting anything in return.

 

Center For Nonprofit Management www.cnmdallas.org
At the Center for Nonprofit Management, our goal is to strengthen the organizational effectiveness of the nonprofit sector through a variety of resources and services. We offer comprehensive management topics such as fundraising, grant writing, financial management, marketing, nonprofit legal issues and computer training at greatly discounted rates to our members.

 

Collin County Association of Realtors www.ccar.net
CCAR is proud to offer networking opportunities throughout our service area. Each meeting is hosted by fellow Realtors and sponsored by Affiliate Members of CCAR. These meetings are held on a monthly basis in the surrounding areas and in Plano at the CCAR building on a weekly basis, We invite you to attend these networking meetings to interact with colleagues, network with affiliates, find out what is going on in your community and to keep abreast of Association & industry happenings.

 

Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals www.cscmp.org
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent association for individuals involved in supply chain management. CSCMP provides educational, career development, and networking opportunities to its over 9,000 members and to the entire profession.

 

CREW Dallas http://www.crew-dallas.org
Commercial Real Estate Women, a nonprofit organization of commercial real estate professionals affiliated nationally through membership in the CREW Network, providing opportunities for networking, education, leadership development and civic/philanthropic involvement.

 

Dallas Ad League  www.dallasad league.org
The Dallas Ad League is the oldest professional and civic organization in Dallas. The birth of the DAL can be traced back to 1908. During the past century, the DAL has had track record of making vital contributions to the local advertising community. Throughout our history, the League has worked with local advertising and city leaders to further the business of advertising and to provide personal and professional developments opportunities for our members.

 

Dallas American Society for Training & Development www.dallasastd.org
Dallas ASTD (American Society for Training & Development) is one of the largest chapters of National ASTD, a leading organization focused on the promotion and advancement of workplace learning and performance. Incorporated in 1980, Dallas ASTD has over 430 members with a variety of backgrounds, including external consultants, people considering entering the field, Training Managers and Specialists, and many other positions. Member companies include non-profits, government, small, for-profit companies, and Fortune 500 organizations.

 

Dallas Association of Health Underwriters www.dahu.org
Our mission is to elevate the professional skill of our members through continuing education, legislative advocacy and mentoring. We believe that this will result in the continuation of the private payer insurance industry system and consumer choice.

 

Dallas Association of Mortgage Brokers www.dallasamb.org
Dallas - www.dallasamb.org DFW Association - www.dfwamb.org
Texas Association - www.tamb.org Tarrant County Association - www.tcamb.org
The Dallas Association of Mortgage Brokers (DAMB) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting the highest degree of professionalism for its members and providing ethical and professional standards against which montage brokers can be measured.

 

Dallas Area Paralegal Association (DAPA) www.dallasparalegals.org
DAPA is a voluntary nonprofit corporation composed of paralegals working in all areas of the laws, who are interested not only in furthering their own professional development, but are also dedicated to the advancement of the paralegal profession as a whole. The goals of DAPA are to promote the professional objectives and goals of paralegals; encourage, promote and conduct programs of continuing legal education and professional development; adopt codes of ethics and standards of conduct governing its members; and promote the advancement of professionalism for paralegals.

 

DFW American Marketing Association www.dfwmarketing.org
As the largest and most active marketing organization in North Texas, the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the American Marketing Association has nearly 700 members and hosts more than 30 events annually. This includes monthly luncheons with marketing speakers from Fortune 1000 companies and major organizations, to learning sessions and educational programs, and regular networking events held monthly throughout the Metroplex.

 

DFW Association for Software Engineering Excellence www.dfw-asee.org
The Dallas-Fort Worth Association for Software Engineering Excellence is a group composed of software engineering, management, quality and configuration management professionals dedicated to advancing software productivity and quality. ASEE objectives focus on raising the awareness of software engineering/quality techniques and methodologies across business industries and software disciplines.

 

DFW Communicators www.dfwcommunicators.com
A joint effort between all the major communications-related organizations in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex, DFWcommunicators offers a convenient portal to all of the events, jobs, and activities that interest people working in our field.

 

DFW Interactive Marketing Association http://www.dfwima.org
The DFW Interactive Marketing Association is a forum for interactive professionals, businesses and educators in the Metroplex dedicated to sharing ideas, information and best practices that will help define and develop the growing interactive marketing industry and its disciplines.

 

DFW Real Estate Investor Network www.dfwrein.com
DFWREIN is the largest and most active association of independent real estate investors in North Texas. Our mission is to challenge, inspire and prepare our members for success.

 

DFW Search Engine Marketing www.dfwsem.org
The Dallas/Fort Worth Search Engine Marketing Association's goal is to promote search engine marketing and increased ROI for companies and their websites through best practices. We accomplish this through networking, education, and promotion of search engine marketing in the North Texas area. Our members are highly skilled in the areas of copywriting, web hosting, web design, web analytics, internet application development, affiliate program development and strategy, social media, search engine optimization, PPC campaigns, as well as emerging media. Meeetings Third Mondays at 6:30pm.

 

DFW Texas Recruiters Network www.dfwtrn.orn
The DFW Texas Recruiters Network (DFWTRN) is a non-profit professional association formed for the purpose of sharing and networking with recruiters and human resource professionals. We strive in educating our members, assisting with staffing difficult positions, offering tips to reduce cost-of-hire, developing professional skills, and for promoting camaraderie and professional discourse. We achieve this through education, networking, and sharing resources and ideas. Our members are corporate, contract and staff augmentation recruiters working in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.

 

Dallas Human Resource Management Association www.dallashr.org
The Dallas Human Resource Management Association, Inc. (''DHRMA') is a not-for-profit organization with an association membership of more than 1,900 Human Resource professionals and more than 2,300 Conference attendees, Dallas HR is SHRM Chapter #061 and one of the top chapters affiliated with the Society For Human Resource Management (SHRM). Dallas HR was formed to foster the professional development of the membership, to be a forum for the exchange of ideas, and to provide leadership for human resource concerns. The Association provides a wide variety of sources to solve problems and help expand the professionalism, competence and knowledge of its members.

 

Dallas International Association of Business Communicators www.dallasiabc.com
The Dallas chapter of IABC supports professional communicators for all sectors of business. DaIlas/IABC is the premier association for writers, editors, marketing and communication experts and entrepreneurs representing companies large and small.

 

Dallas Mortgage Bankers Association www.dallasmortgagebankers.com
Dallas - www.dallasmortgagebankers.com
Fort Worth - www.fortworthmba.org
Texas - www.texasmba.org
The DMBA is a non-profit organization formed by and for the benefit of residential and commercial montage lenders and affiliated companies. Our mission is to educate our members, provide networking opportunities, and support our community by offering scholarships to students concentrating on a career in mortgage banking or real estate, and by making funds available to other local non-profit organizations that promote homeownership,

 

Dallas Society of Visual Communications www.dsvc.org
Dallas Society of Visual Communications (DSVC) is an organization founded by visual artists, for visual artists. It informs. It stimulates. And it seeks to elevate the standards of visual communications in our community. With more than 900 members, we're the largest local club of visual communications professionals in the nation.

 

DigitalEve http://www.digitaleve.org/index.html
DigitalEve is a global, non-profit organization for women in new media and digital technology. As a women-focused and community-based organization, DigitalEve draws upon the collective strength of its rapidly growing worldwide network of local chapters to create a united voice that recognizes and emphasizes the influence of women in the field of new media technology - at all levels of involvement, ages, cultures, and abilities.

 

eWomen Network http://www.ewomennetwork.com
Welcome to eWomenNetwork, the number one resource for connecting and promoting women and their businesses, Monthly Accelerated Networking events are held at local chapters in U.S. and Canadian cities. Our annual International Conference and Business Expo is held in Dallas, Texas every summer. Our membership is large, dynamic and committed to sharing with other women- owned businesses. Get connected and grow your business in eWomenNetwork.

 

FENG (Financial Executives Networking Group)  www.thefeng.org is a national organization for senior level financial executives.  The purpose of our chapter meetings is to offer an invaluable opportunity for you to create a sharp focus of your background with the other members and to network for opportunities.We get together once a month. We occasionally have guest speakers. The bulk of the meetings are to network, meet new members, share leads and go over updates on leads. It is a no-pressure casual meeting where members can join in fellowship to discuss things. The normal schedule for the monthly meetings of the DFW Chapter of the FEI/FENG is the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6 pm unless otherwise noted. If our organization fits your background, you are most welcome to attend. Call Bob Walker, Dallas Chapter Chair of the FEI/FENG, with any questions at 214-532-1152. Find out more at www.thefeng.org


Fort Worth American Society for Training & Development .org/
The American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) is proud to be the Fort Worth / Mid-cities' finest resource for professionals in training, human resource developments and allied fields. We offer a wide range of services to our members. * Professional networking within Tarrant County. * Monthly meetings with exciting, motivating speakers, * Training opportunities to keep current in your career field. * Job discovery and career development opportunities.http://www.astdfortworth

 

Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce http://www.fortworthcoc.org
The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce is a key leader in the development and maintenance of our community's economic health. Chamber members receive direct benefits of visibility, business relationships, skill development, advocacy and leadership through their investment of dues and time.

 

Fort Worth Human Resource Management Association http://www.fwhrma.org/
FWHRMA is a not-for-profit professional association with the Society for Human Resource Management whose purpose is to: 1. Promote a better understanding of Human Resources principles and techniques 2. Provide, through an open interchange of ideas and experience, the effective application of these principles and techniques 3. Encourage professionalism in human resource administration

 

Funding Information Center www.fic-ftw,org
The Funding Information Center (FlC) provides nonprofits and funders with information, education, and other assistance you need to succeed. It offers free and fee-based services to ensure the success of charitable organizations in your community. More than 300 member organizations and hundreds of nonmember organizations and individuals rely on FIC for the resources it takes to help you and thousands of women, children, and families in the North Texas area, The Funding Information Center is a Cooperating Collection of the Foundation Center and operates the only research library for nonprofits in North Texas.

 

GeekMeet - www.geekmeet.com

is for technology industry professionals looking for networking opportunities and professional development. Our membership includes technologists, sales/marketing professionals, CEOs/CTOs/CIOs, entrepreneurs and others in support of the technology sector. Membership is free...to sign up to go http://www.geekmeet.com/join-geekmeet.html. Monthly meetings are held...for the calendar go to http://www.geekmeet.com/events.html and click on the underlined date.

 

General Counsel Netweavers www.gcnetweavers.com
We are a not for profit organization located in Dallas, Texas that exists to assist its members with opportunities to: * network with other general counsel', * transition into a new GC role', and/or * locate suitable Board, Advisory Board or Committee roles.

 

Greater Dallas Chamber http://www.dallaschamber.org/
The Greater Dallas Chamber will unite and engage the Dallas region's business community and provide dynamic business and civic leadership to develop and sustain a prosperous economy and a vibrant community.

 

Grocery Manufacturers/Food Products Association (GMA/FPA) www.gmabrands.com
The Grocery Manufacturers/Food Products Association (GMA/FPA) represents the world's leading food, beverage and consumer products companies. The association promotes sound public policy: champions initiatives that increase productivity and growth and helps to protect the safety and security of the food supply through scientific excellence. The GMA/FPA board of directors is comprised of chief executive officers from the association's member companies.

 

Hard Hat News http://www.hardhat.com
A regional trade publication for the heavy construction industry

 

Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) http://www.dfwhimss.org/

is the healthcare industry’s membership organization exclusively focused on providing global leadership for the optimal use of healthcare information technology (IT) and management systems for the betterment of healthcare. The Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter of the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (DFW HIMSS) is a professional organization providing leadership, professional development, education, and networking opportunities for healthcare IT professionals in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex. We welcome the participation of members and visitors at our bi-monthly educational sessions and alternate bi-monthly social events. Membership in DFW HIMSS is open to all persons interested in management systems, clinical systems, information systems, and telecommunications in healthcare. The current Dallas/Fort Worth membership consists of IT professionals, consultants, vendors, physicians, nurses, professors, and students actively working in or interested in these areas of practice: management, information systems, telecommunications, clinical systems.

 

Home Builders Association of Greater Dallas www.dallasbuilders.com
The Home Builders Association of Greater Dallas, chartered in 1944, is an organization representing all segments of the residential building industry in the Dallas Metropolitan area. Its mission is to enhance its members' ability to provide safe, affordable, quality housing to the citizens of the local communities. The Association does this by: Promoting positive public policy through active participation in the legislative and regulatory processes. Providing industry information and education to the members and the public. Enhancing the positive image of the industry and the members through training and encouraging ethical behavior and professional standards. Making membership in the Association an essential element of a successful residential building industry company,

 

Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International www.hsmaidfw.org
The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex Chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International. HSMAI is an organization of sales and marketing professionals representing all segments of the hospitality industry. With a strong focus on education, HSMAI has become the industry champion in identifying and communicating trends in the hospitality industry while operating as a leading voice for both hospitality and sales and marketing management disciplines.

 

Illuminating Engineering Society of North America www.ies.org
The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) is the recognized technical authority on illumination. For over 100 years; its objective has been to communicate information on all aspects of good lighting practice to its members, to the lighting community, and to consumers, through a variety of programs, publications, and services.

Local IES Sections and many lighting corporations offer formal educational programs on lighting, utilizing material developed by IES. Sections offer programs related to specific applications based on IES standards - seminars on sports and recreational lighting, lighting industrial facilities, roadway lighting, museum lighting, to name a few. Virtually every curriculum devoted to lighting - from beginner to advanced - includes IES educational materials. Call 214-335-5500

 

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) http://www.ieee.org/r5/dallas/
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) promotes the development of electro- technology and allied sciences, the application of those technologies for the benefit of humanity, the advancement of the profession, and the well-being of its Members.

 

Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) http://chapterportal.imanet.org or www.dallasima.com
The Institute of Management Accountants, a world-wide organization dedicated to furthering the professions of accounting. We invite you to explore our web site for info about our chapter, and we encourage you to visit often for current news & events.

 

Institute for Supply Management www.ismdallas.org
If you work in any of the areas of purchasing and supply management (purchasing, materials management, contract management, or inventory planning and forecasting) and if you are ready to go from just a job to a profession, we invite you to visit with us at one of our many meetings and events. Our members come from a variety of backgrounds and companies in the Dallas area and can be an important networking resource.

 

Instrument Society of America www.isa.org
ISA 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.

 

Insurance Women of Dallas Inc. - www.insurancewomenofdallasinc.com
IWD is an association of insurance persons dedicated to the highest standards of performance and integrity, it’s purpose is to promote insurance, education, encourage professional development of its members, and provide a foundation for mutual support within the association and the industry.

 

 

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) www.iaap-hq.org

 

 The IAAP mission is to be the acknowledged, recognized leader of administrative professionals and to enhance their individual and collective value, image, competence, and influence.

 

International Society for Performance Improvement Dallas / Fort Worthwww.ispidfw.org
ISPI Dallas/Fort/ Worth (ISPI DFW) is one of more than 60 chapters world wide that operate under the rules, policies and regulations of ISPI. ISPI DFW holds monthly meetings for members in North Texas with Human Performance Technology orientations, networking opportunities, and presentations to enhance your knowledge, skills and professional growth.

 

Marketing Executives Networking Group www.mengonline.com
MENG is a national network of top-level marketing executives. The organization is devoted to enhancing its members' professional skills, relationships, and knowledge. MENG has local chapters in 12 major cities in the continental United States. The purpose of MENG Chapters is to provide an opportunity for members to: Network with peers, Exchange local company information, Provide industry news, Swap search ideas, Trade local resources, Develop more personal relationships and bond in small groups.

 

Metroplex Technology Business Council www.metroplextbc.org
Metroplex Technology Business Council (MTBC) is the largest technology trade association in Texas. It is dedicated to the promotion of the high tech industry in the Dallas/Fort Worth region. The MTBC accomplishes its mission by fostering a supportive business environment for technology companies and members of the technology community through leadership, advocacy, education and cooperative initiatives. The MTBC does this by "Connecting People, Inspiring Ideas". The MTBC focuses on four specific areas to accomplish this vision: Talent & Workforce Development, Innovations, Advocacy and Branding, Education and Networking

 

Metro Software Quality Analysts http://metro-sqa.testingfaqs.org
A networking group for software testers and software quality analysts in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area.

 

Mid-Cities Human Resource Association (MCHRA) www.mchra.org

The Mid-Cities Human Resource Association (MCHRA) (SHRM Affiliate Chapter #308) is the premier association for human resource professionals in the Mid-Cities area. Formed in 1974 by professionals from Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding cities (Mid-Cities), a local forum was organized in an effort to enhance the local community,educate and develop members, and advance the Human Resources profession.To promote a greater understanding of the Human Resource function, members enjoy networking, community involvement, leadership roles, and participation in seminars, expos, and workshops featuring expert speakers on key HR-related topics. Chapter members include all levels of HR practitioner, business leaders from a variety of industries, and full-time students working towards a degree in Human Resources.

 

National Association of Credit Management http://career.nacm.org/
NACM’s mission and core purpose is to position business credit professionals for success while setting standards of excellence in business credit and financial management. NACM is committed to enhancing, promoting and protecting the interests of business credit and financial management professionals; representing business credit grantors in all industries; being a member-governed and owned association that exists primarily to serve and support its members, and to research and benchmarking.

 

National Association of Professional Mortgage Women www.napmw.org
Dallas - www.napmwdallas.org
NAPMW is not a women's organization. But since women make up the majority of professionals in the mortgage/banking profession, our purpose is to help them advance in business, personal and leadership development. We believe this is a cause everyone can stand behind. We also believe by providing the highest quality and most comprehensive education to our members - both men and women - they will be able to best serve their customers and succeed in their careers.

 

National Society of Professional Engineers http://www.nspe.org/
Dallas Chapter - www.dallastspe.org
The National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) is the recognized voice and advocate of licensed Professional Engineers. Through education, licensure advocacy, leadership training, multi-disciplinary networking, and outreach, NSPE enhances the image of its members and their ability to ethically and professionally practice engineering.

 

North Texas Compensation Association www.ntcassoc.org
Welcome to the North Texas Compensation Association (NTCA) web site. Founded in 1993, the NTCA exists to foster education and exchange of information among Human Resources Compensation practitioners and policy makers in Dallas/Fort Worth and the surrounding region. This site is designed to keep you up to date on the organization's events, educational and employment opportunities and membership.

 

North Texas Global Telecommunications Society / Communications & Technology Connections www.ntgts.org
NTGTS (North Texas Global Telecommunications Society) of Dallas/Fort Worth and CTC (Communications & Technology Connections) of Washington, D.C, are one of the largest nonprofit organizations in the US focused on the business, technical, social, and political issues surrounding global communications. They provide members with the opportunity to stay abreast of the rapid changes in global communications and to network with other forward thinking communications professionals. Additionally, members have the ability to leverage the multiple affiliations of NTGTS/CTC.

 

North Texas Society for Human Resources www.northtexasshrm.org
The North Texas Society for Human Resources Management is the premier organization for human resources professionals in Denton County. Along with advancing the student chapters at Texas Woman's University, and University of North Texas, the purpose of the organization is to provide opportunities for continuing education, cooperative research, exchange of information among members, and to raise the standards of performance in all phases of Human Resources Management in Denton County.

 

North Texas Technology Council (NTTC) http://www.nttc.ws
The NTTC'S mission is to: - promote the technology industry in North Texas, - foster collaboration among technology organizations, - help drive the success of member companies in their fiends - provide a diverse forum for building recognition of North Texas as a global leader in technology development and application.

 

Organizational Development Network www.odnetwork.org
The OD Network is dedicated to being a leader in the advancement of the theory and practice of organization development by: Helping to define and communicate the values, purposes and benefits of organization development, Promoting the effective and ethical use of organization development principles, tools and best practices. Supporting practitioners through enhanced learning and professional development opportunities. Providing a values-based home for OD practitioners, researchers and educators to exchange ideas and create dialogue on critical issues. Sharing leadership and partnering with others to achieve our vision.

Project Management Institute www.pmi.org
Dallas Chapter – http://www.pmidallas.org
Fort Worth Chapter - http://www.fwpmi.org
Project Management Institute is focused on the needs of project management professionals worldwide. PMI membership opens up a world of opportunity - sharing ideas and experiences, accessing industry information, attending seminars and workshops on leading-edge topics, increasing your professional exposure through networking and project participation, and gaining leadership experience.

 

Public Relations Society of America www.prsa.org
Dallas Chapter - www.prsadallas.org
Fort Worth Chapter - www.fortworthprsa.org
PRSA welcomes all communications professionals who want to meet people in their field and become more involved in the area's dynamic public relations and marketing community. Dallas PRSA strives to provide services that help develop core skills as well as provide continuing education for more seasoned professionals. The organization is also dedicated to professional interaction and centering, offering monthly topical luncheons and other activities that spur creativity and encourage pacification.

 

RENG (ReaI Estate Executive Network http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/RENGDFW/
WE ARE: a group of real estate professionals who provide support & networking information to our members within the DFW area. Our group consists of active job-seekers & employed professionals who may want to change jobs. We are a support group with members sharing networking contracts & job leads.

 

Rotary International http://www.rotary.org
Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world.

 

Salesmanship Club http://www.salesmanshipclub.org/
Founded in 1920, the Salesmanship Club of Dallas is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families in the greater Dallas area.

 

Sales & Marketing Executives, International-Dallas www.smei.org
Sales & Marketing Executives International (SMEI) is the worldwide organization dedicated to ethical standards, continuing professional development, knowledge sharing, centering students and advancing free enterprise.

 

Society for Human Resource Management http://www.shrm.org
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world's largest association devoted to human resource management. Representing more than 210,000 individual members, the Society's mission is to serve the needs of HR professionals by providing the most essential and comprehensive resources available. As an influential voice, the Society's mission is also to advance the human resource profession to ensure that HR is recognized as an essential partner in developing and executing organizational strategy.

 

Society of Consumer Affair Professionals International (SOCAP) http://www.socap.org
SOCAP was established in 1973 to help shape the business community’s response to changing consumer needs and expectations. Local Chapters hold meetings at local businesses around the metroplex.

 

Society of Manufacturing Engineers www.sme.org
The mission of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers is to be internationally recognized by manufacturing practitioners, companies and other organizations as their source for information, education and networking.

 

Society of Petroleum Engineers http://www.spe.org/
SPE'S mission is to collect, disseminate, and exchange technical knowledge concerning the exploration, development and production of oil and gas resources, and related technologies for the public benefit; and to provide opportunities for professionals to enhance their technical and professional competence.

 

Society of Technical Communications - Lone Star Community - www.stc-dfw.org
The Society for Technical Communication (STC) is the world's largest professional organization for people involved in technical communication. The Lone Star community (LSC) is one of the largest communities in the U.S., drawing members from all over the Dallas- Fort Worth Metroplex area. They have a very active job board specifically for people in technical communications field. For meeting information go to http://www.stc-dfw.org/pages/meet_monthly.htm

 

Society of Women Engineers http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.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 be recognized for their life-changing contributions and achievements as engineers and leaders.

 

Software Resources for North Texas http://www.tejasconsulting.com/resources/ntex.html
These are the resources that may be useful to people working in the software industry in the North Texas region.

 

Southwest Venture Forum www.swvf.org
The Southwest Venture Forum is a non-profit forum where entrepreneurs seeking to start or build a business can meet with sources of capital and professionals to facilitate the acquisition of financing and to obtain advice and information. The membership includes entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, bankers, attorneys, trade association representatives, accountants, and consultants who have experience working with early and intermediate stage growth-oriented entrepreneurs and their firms.

 

Supply Chain Today www.supplychaintoday.com
SupplyChainToday originated from a list of bookmarks that were collected more than four years ago. SupplyChainToday has now become one of the top Supply Chain destinations on the Internet. The websites included on this site are the ones that we believe quickly add value without a lot of advertisements or marketing material. Within the site, there are many areas that give information in bullet point format for quick reference to many supply chain topics.

 

Technology Executives Networking Group http://www.dfw-teng.org/
The Technology Executives Networking Group (TENG) is a professional community of selected Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers, vice presidents and directors of technology with organizations ranging from startups to the global Fortune 100, from non-profits to government agencies.

 

Telecommunications Industry Association http://www.tiaonline.org/
TIA represents providers of information, communications and entertainment technology products and services for the global marketplace through its core competencies in standards development: domestic and international policy advocacy, and facilitating member business opportunities. The association facilitates the convergence of new communications networks while working for a competitive and innovative market environment.

 

Telecom Corridor, Richardson, TX http://www.telecomcorridor.com/
This site will connect you to the Richardson Chamber of Commerce, the Metroplex Technology Business Council, Richardson Economic Development Partnership and the Leadership Richardson websites.

 

Texas Exes http://www.texasexes,org/
University of Texas alumni association with a mission to unite, inform and involve alumni and friends for the purpose of promoting, protecting and preserving The University of Texas.

 

Texas Association of Business www.txbiz.org
Representing companies from the largest multi-national corporations to small businesses in nearly every community of our state, TAB works to improve the Texas business climate and to help make our state's economy the strongest in the world.

 

Texas Society of Professional Engineers http://www.tspe.org/
The Texas Society of Professional Engineers, one of the largest state societies in the United States, was founded in 1936 to serve the interests of the individual engineer in Texas across all branches of engineering. Composed of 27 local chapters and eight student chapters, TSPE is the only active, established organization devoting its entire effort to the professional, ethical, economic, social and political aspects of engineering.

 

The Senior Source www.theseniorsource.org
The Senior Source works to cultivate the best quality of life for people over age 55 in the greater Dallas area. Underneath The Senior Source umbrella, you'll find nine programs serving the very active retiree to the frailest elderly. For more than 45 years, we've been The Senior Source because we're a major community agency in Dallas exclusively serving older adults.

 

Toastmasters, Intl. http://www.toastmasters.org
Toastmasters offers a proven way to improve your communication skills. By participating in a fun and supportive Toastmasters group, you'll become a better speaker and leader and gain confidence to succeed in whatever path you've chosen in life.

 

Turnaround Management Association www.turnaround.org
TMA'S mission is to serve as a forum for corporate renewal professionals from all disciplines to promote high standards of practice, foster professional development and enhance the image of TMA members.

 

Usability Professionals Association - DFW www.dfw-upa.org
The D/FW Metro Area chapter of the UPA was formed to provide local usability professionals and others concerned with the usability of their company’s products with locally-based educational, networking, and professional resources. The UPA supports those who promote and advance the development of usable products, reaching out to people who act as advocates for usability and the user experience. Members come from across the broad family of disciplines that create the user experience. Typical jobs are usability engineer, information or user experience architect, interaction designer, or web developer. The Usability Professionals’ Association (www.upassoc.org) is a multi-disciplinary organization devoted to promoting usability concepts and techniques worldwide. It provides members with opportunities to network with other usability professionals on the web and at the annual conference. It provides businesses with practical information that can be used to develop more usable products, and access to usability professionals who can help businesses achieve their goals and improve customer satisfaction. UPA also serves as a learning resource for employees, including an annual conference, a quarterly newsletter, and a large membership with usability expertise. Membership is open to professionals who practice, conduct, or teach in a usability-related profession, as well as to fulltime students enrolled in a usability-related field of study.

 

WIFS - Women in Insurance and Financial Services - Dallas / Fort Worth Chapter www.dallaswifs.org

As the preeminent professional organization for women in the financial services industry, Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS) is dedicated to attracting capable women to and in the financial services sector, helping them develop their talents and advancing them toward their fullest potential.  WIFS offers innovative programs and delivers benefits according to the expressed needs of its membership, which consists primarily of Financial Advisors, Insurance Agents, Representatives, CPAs and Business and Estate Planning Attorneys.   Providing excellent service to clients is the common goal that unites us all.  If interested, please contact Membership Chair: Anne Salick (972) 980-9990 ext 455, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for information.

Women In Technology http://www.witi.com
Dallas Chapter - http://www.witi.com/center/regionalchapter/dallas/
WITI is the premiere global organization empowering women in business and technology to achieve unimagined possibilities. With a global network of smart, talented women and a market reach exceeding 2 million, WITI has powerful programs and partnerships that provide connections, resources, opportunities and a supportive environment of women committed to helping each other. WITI products and services include: Networking, WITI Marketplace, Career Services/search, National Conferences and Regional Events, Publications and Resources, Small Business Programs: Research, Bulletin Boards and more.

 

Women's Leadership Exchange www.womensleadershipexchange.com
Women's Leadership Exchanged (WLE) is a social entrepreneurship founded by and for successful businesswomen. Recognizing the unique challenges facing women in business - whether they are leading their own companies or are leaders in the corporate, government or not-for-profit sectors, WLE offers a program that helps them fill the information gap and provides a venue for building connections that will facilitate their success in business and in life. At the center of this program are conferences - featuring leading experts, accredited business coaches and interactive programming - in major markets around the U.S. In addition, WLE offers a resource-packed website, teleconferences, an enewsletter, local presentations and a facilitated connection program that enables women to lend support to each other on a local and national basis.

 

WOVI (Women of Visionary Influence) www.womenofvisioninternational.org
''WOVI, Incorporated develops programs and activities designed to lead, educate and mentor women. Through our membership, charitable contributions and corporate benefactors, we provide centering and leadership to members and to women in the community's ''WOVI, Incorporated through outreach, collaboration and expansion provides for the individual development of women globally.''

 

 

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