Northwest Aerospace News — Issue No. 30 December 2022 | January 2023 | Page 34

AEROSPACE FUTURES ALLIANCE
The AFA was formed in 2006 to provide aerospace companies with a single voice on
policy issues affecting the sector . Representing approximately 1400 aerospace companies , AFA has been instrumental individually and in partnership with other organizations--working across the aisle--and leading to impactful results including job creation , new education and training initiatives , and a robust aerospace climate .
WASHINGTON STATE DEPT . OF COMMERCE
The Washington State Department of Commerce ’ s mission is to strengthen communities in Washington . We are the lead state agency charged with enhancing and promoting sustainable community and economic vitality in Washington .
PACIFIC NORTHWEST AEROSPACE ALLIANCE
The Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance is a coalition of aerospace companies that serve North America ’ s largest commercial aerospace manufacturing cluster which centers around The Boeing Company just outside of Seattle , Washington .
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