Northwest Aerospace News — Issue No. 37 February | March 2024 — PNAA Conference Edition | Page 64

ABOUT PNAA

THE ORGANIZATION
Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance is the Northwest ’ s premier aerospace trade organization . Since becoming a non-profit in 2001 , PNAA has been promoting the growth and success of the region ’ s aerospace industry with dynamic events , membership , scholarships , and sponsorships designed to connect aerospace interests , inspire aerospace leaders , and educate policy makers .
PNAA ’ s unwavering commitment to sharing bold ideas , innovative technologies and leading-edge processes has strengthened the industry and earned respect from every level of the supply chain . Our members represent every segment of the aerospace industry and are responsible for designing , manufacturing , and supplying parts and services on commercial and defense aircraft , space vehicles and payloads , and the next innovative industry segments .
PNAA helps members to be globally competitive through networking , B2B , and supply chain events , education , industry access , and information on emerging markets and technologies .
PNAA DELIVERS :
» Powerful Networking » Market Intelligence , Training , and Education » Opportunities to Grow your Business
PNAA ’ S MISSION
Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance promotes the growth and global competitiveness of the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Cluster .
PNAA SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEXT GENERATION OF AEROSPACE WORKERS :
» Through the issuance of scholarships at colleges throughout the Pacific Northwest
» With support of events and initiatives that build interest in aerospace » By connecting students with internship opportunities » Through collaboration with the industry to transform how we recruit workers in aerospace production

ADAPTING FOR A CHANGING INDUSTRY

At PNAA , our commitment to fulfilling our mission and vision is unwavering . Continuously assessing how best to support these objectives , we regularly refine our strategies to meet our industry ’ s ever-evolving demands . Recent years have brought transformational shifts to the landscape of our operations , and our nimble stance has enabled us to continue to meet our industry ’ s needs .
In an industry that requires a high level of adaptability , we actively gather feedback and tailor our programs accordingly . Leveraging the expertise of our esteemed board of directors , we craft programs designed to propel your company forward . With ambitious plans slated for 2024 , we ' re eager to unveil our initiatives . Your input remains invaluable , and we eagerly anticipate your ideas , feedback , and inquiries to ensure our continued relevance in serving the industry . We ' re excited to continue the ongoing dialogue throughout the year .
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