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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 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 upcoming 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 .

ADAPTING FOR A CHANGING INDUSTRY

2020 was a year unlike any other in all facets of life . Aerospace has been impacted more than most industries , requiring us all to adjust how we conduct business . In reviewing these impacts in early 2020 , PNAA adapted to serve the needs of the aerospace manufacturing community in the Northwest .
Much of this came in the form of collecting feedback and adjusting our programming . We held a member survey to gather feedback , allowing us to learn how we could develop to best serve the industry . We also shared this feedback with other sources and government officials for the timely delivery of information that went into largerscale regional decisions .
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
» By supporting speed mentoring for young professionals at the PNW AIAA Tech Symposium
» With support of events and initiatives that build interest in aerospace
We increased the frequency of our webinars and brought in helpful resources to help the industry respond to COVID-19 and make shifts in how they conduct business to respond to market conditions . We also added virtual factory tours and other virtual events .
We leveraged our vast global network of other aerospace clusters and companies , which brought together top sources of information to provide ideas and knowledge to help us manage through this year as best as possible .
As we move into 2021 , we welcome your ideas , feedback , and questions , so we can continue to best serve the aerospace industry . We look forward to hearing from you and continuing the dialogue throughout the year .
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