Industry/Labor Groups
AeA--Advancing the Business of Technology
AeA, the nation’s largest technology trade association with 2,500 member companies, represents all segments of the high-tech industry. AeA members have access to investors, lobbying, insurance, networking, business services & executive education.
Associated Oregon Industries (AOI)
AOI is Oregon's largest and most influential comprehensive business association with five experienced professional lobbyists. AOI’s mission is to promote prosperity and the highest quality of life for all Oregonians by advancing Oregon business.
Electronic Manufacturers Association
To sponsor seminars and factory tours that are designed for learning, networking and personal growth. All of this is done with the goal of stimulating the Pacific NorthWest economy.
Emerald Valley – High Performance Enterprise Consortium
EV-HPEC represents a cross-section of Lane County businesses interested in sharing and disseminating information on best practices.
Engineering and Technology Industry Council (ETIC)
Established in 1997, the Engineering and Technology Industry Council (ETIC) is a partnership between the Oregon University System and the private sector to make engineering and technology education a strategic resource for the state’s economy.
Enterprise for Employment and Education
The Enterprise is a public-private partnership dedicated to strategic workforce solutions. The Enterprise exists so that the Mid-Willamette Valley will have the skilled workforce necessary for businesses to locate, stay, and thrive here.
Food Industry Leadership Center
The Food Industry Leadership Center (FILC) began in 1994 as a partnership between Portland State University’s School of Business Administration and the food industry. The FILC offers courses, programs, conferences, forums, seminars and internships.
High Desert Enterprise Consortium
A community of independent manufacturing businesses committed to helping each other continually strengthen their competitive position against the world's best, while maintaining a high level of corporate responsibility to Central Oregon.
Manufacturing 21 Coalition
Private-led and financed advocacy focused on developing a skilled workforce and applied research and development.
Mid-Willamette Food Processors Consortium
The Mid-Willamette Food Processors Consortium exists to promote the growth and success of the food processing industry by sharing best practices and working toward improving workforce knowledge, skills and abilities.