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CDMA Affiliates

Commercializing technology is a very complex process that can go down many different paths. CDMA is helping members to maximize the science and the art of the process with networking and learning. Part of that is building a constellation of interwoven organizations and people – our affiliates and association alliances.

Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) - PDMA is the premier global advocate for product development and management professionals. Its mission is to improve the effectiveness of individuals and organizations in product development and management. This is accomplished by providing resources for professional development, information, collaboration and promotion of new product development and management techniques. The development of new products and services involves an integrated set of unique activities; PDMA focuses on addressing this challenge by providing the opportunities for professional development, education, experience, networking and recognition.

Société de Chimie Industrielle  - The mission of the American Section of the Societe is "to aid and encourage the utilization of scientific and engineering developments by the industry, and promotion of chemistry in public opinion, especially among the young and in the education system." The Section sponsors a monthly luncheon speaker program at which prominent executives, government leaders and scientists share their views on important industry developments. It also grants fellowships and scholarships to students pursuing the study of chemistry; and honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the industry.

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) - AIChE is the world’s leading organization for chemical engineering professionals, with more than 40,000 members from 93 countries.  AIChE has the breadth of resources and expertise needed by professional engineers in both core process industries and emerging areas such as nanobiotechnology. Members access information on recognized and promising chemical engineering processes and methods and connect with a global network of intelligent, resourceful colleagues and their shared knowledge.  AIChE offers learning opportunities from recognized authorities, helping engineers to move forward professionally and enrich the world in which we live. 

Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) - Every day the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) helps people and companies in the plastics industry succeed, strengthening skills and promoting plastics through seminars, conferences, training, special interest groups, and technical journals. SPE is the only place where people from all parts of the industry can come together around important issues and technologies. For over 60 years, SPE has made a significant difference to the technologies and innovations the plastics industry enjoys today. In the process, we've developed a 20,000-member network of leading engineers, scientists and other plastics professionals, including technicians, salespeople, marketers, retailers and representatives from tertiary industries.

ChemPharma - The ChemPharma(R) professional association is a nation-wide organization of business and technical executives in the Chemical, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical and allied industries committed to the advancement of such industries through the exchange of information, educational programs and personal contact fostering career and business development.
Members have 10 or more years of experience in their field, typically have held the title of director (or equivalent) or higher, and have earned executive level salaries; they come from virtually all technical / professional disciplines and functions.
 
CDMA Educational Foundation - The Educational Foundation offers CDMA members opportunities to learn new strategies and techniques for transforming emerging technology into profitable new products and businesses. The goal is to identify, develop, document, and teach best practices in commercial development to create new, profitable growth in the chemical, life sciences, materials, petrochemical and other related industries. Educational programs are presented at CDMA national meetings and as stand-alone events and bring together experts from our membership and from other scientific, engineering, and business organizations to advance the practice of commercial development.

Other Organizations/Sites

Following are some links to other professional associations and information resources that may be useful to the chemical business development and marketing research community.

Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc (ASC) - A leading marketplace for the exchange of information about products and services and interfacing among manufacturers, suppliers and others in the industry.  At the corporate level, ASC serves as the industry's advocate before state and federal regulatory agencies, publishes various benchmarking surveys to assist manufacturer companies in comparing their performance against their peers, and strives to provide important and timely market information to its members while promoting the use of the industry's products to the markets we serve.

American Chemical Society (ACS) - With more than 160,000 members, about 60% from industry, the American Chemical Society (ACS) is the world’s largest scientific society and one of the world’s leading sources of authoritative scientific information. A nonprofit organization, chartered by Congress, ACS is at the forefront of the evolving worldwide chemical enterprise and the premier professional home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions around the globe.   It has 190 local sections, 33 specialty divisions, and publishes 56 journals, including Chemical and Engineering News.

American Chemistry Council (ACC) - The American Chemistry Council is the voice of the US Chemical Industry. ACC represents the chemical industry on public policy issues, coordinates the industry's research and testing programs, and administers the industry's environmental, health, and safety performance improvement initiative, known as Responsible Care. From testimony to legislation to opinion papers and fact sheets, ACC is working to protect the environment, public health, and the security of our nation, promoting healthy and safe chemistry for the future.

Association of Strategic Alliance Professionals, Inc (ASAP) - The first professional organization dedicated to strategic alliances.  ASAP is committed to providing the professional and educational support that executives and managers of strategic alliances need to be successful.

Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) - A nonprofit association of 2100+ professionals who obtain and manage intellectual property resulting from research at universities, nonprofit research institutions, and teaching hospitals worldwide.

Chemical Heritage Foundation (CHF) - Established by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), had its origins in 1982. CHF seeks to strengthen public understanding of the chemical sciences and technologies, increase the flow of the ablest students into the chemical sciences and chemical process industries, and instill in chemical scientists and engineers a greater pride in their heritage and their contributions to society.

The ChemIndustry.com - A site of links to chemical resources such as experts, sources of market research, articles, newsletters and job market on the Internet. ChemIndustry.com is the leading comprehensive directory and search engine for chemical and related industry professionals. Their databases of Web sites include more than 45,000 chemical industry related entities, including sources for services, chemicals, and equipment..

Chemical Online - Chemical Online provides news on business trends, products and technology for the chemical process industries.  It serves the product-sourcing and information-seeking needs of chemical professionals working on chemical manufacturing, chemical processing, chemical engineering, chemical contract manufacturing, chemical tanks and mixers, and chemical production.

ChemWeb, Inc. - ChemWeb.com is the World Wide Club for the Chemical Community. By combining chemical information, facilities and services, it aims to provide all the resources needed in the daily life of a chemist in just one place on the Web.

EC Next Knowledge Centre  - An online service that enables members to search, access and download very specific business intelligence, from publishers of market research, databases, newsletters, journals, surveys, market reports, corporate profiles – strategic data needed to make decisions.

European Chemical Marketing and Strategy Association (ECMSA) - The leading international association for those engaged in marketing, business research and corporate development in the chemical industries. ECMSA has many members from these industries in Europe, the Middle East, North and South America.

The FOIA Group, Inc. - A professional services corporation established in 1988 which has emerged as a leader in the field of information retrieval securing records from federal, state and local government agencies.

Institute for the Study of Business Markets (ISBM) - The Institute for the Study of Business Markets is a center of excellence with headquarters at The Smeal College of Business at Penn State. They are networked with researchers, educators and practitioners in business-to-business marketing and sales in companies and universities throughout the world. Founded in 1983, ISBM is supported by more than fifty major corporations and provides fast access to knowledge, tools, techniques, and resources for marketing professionals.

Japan Commercial Chemical Development Association (JCCDA)  - Established in June 1999, JCCDA is an individual member-based organization that holds conferences, networking forums, and workshops, both on a national and regional basis. The organization is dedicated to delivering quality and information collection through the networking of the people who are working in chemical businesses, with participants in positions such as technology, R&D, business development, market research, market development, and engineering.

Licensing Executive Society (LES) - A professional society comprised of over 4,700 members engaged in the transfer, use, development, manufacture and marketing of intellectual Property.  LES (U.S.A. & Canada), Inc. is a member society of the Licensing Executives Society International, which has a worldwide membership of over 9,000 members in more than 25 national societies, representing over 60 countries.

The Plastics Network - PlasticsNet is the premier online trade community and sourcing site for the plastics industry. The site offers the most comprehensive supplier product directory online, as well as discussion forums, and an industry calendar of events.

Plastics News - This site offers breaking industry news: resin prices, detailed data on more than 1,800 North American processors and recyclers, a global events calendar, an extensive links page, an interactive supplier directory, story archives, classified ads, and more.

Polysort - Polysort is a portal for the plastics and rubber industry, providing news, information about plastics and rubber industry trade shows, company links, as well as plastics and rubber classified advertising. Member services include a full complement of online trading tools, industry news and information, networking opportunities, and web marketing programs to help businesses generate qualified sales leads.

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) - The RSC is the largest organization in Europe for advancing the chemical sciences. Supported by a worldwide network of members and an international publishing business, our activities span education, conferences, science policy and the promotion of chemistry to the public. The Royal Society of Chemistry produces two major databases for those who require chemical business information. Easy access to market, product and company news (updated daily) is provided by Chemical Business NewsBase (CBNB). The second product, Chemicals & Companies, is an electronic directory which can be used to locate worldwide sources for a chemical; to identify formulated (trade name) products containing a specific chemical; and more.

Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) - The premier individual membership association for everyone involved in competitive intelligence. From strategy and planning to marketing and market research, SCIP members are involved in all dimensions of the competitive intelligence profession.

Special Libraries Association (SLA) - A leading organization in the information industry.

Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA) - An association that represents the interests of more than 300 member companies, encompassing every segment of industry from small specialty producers to large multinational corporations.