1. The Air & Waste Management Association An Opportunity for the Environmental Professional

2. Why A&WMA? INFORMATION to advance your understanding NETWORKING to expand your opportunities PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT to enhance your career

3. Highlights of who we are A not-for-profit technical, scientific, and educational organization, the Air & Waste Management Association has been a leader in the global environmental management community since 1907.

4. Highlights of who we are Individuals from government, industry, consulting, and academia with professional interest in discussing air pollution, waste management, and other critical environmental issues. Close to 8800 members 65 countries

5. Today, members look to A&WMA for technical knowledge, professional development, networking opportunities, public education, and outreach events.

6. Environmental Information Peer-reviewed Journal EM magazine (monthly) Web site www.awma.org Membership directory (online and print) Conference proceedings, technical publications and CDs, and other materials

7. Professional Development Conferences Workshops Web casts Education courses Participation in Councils QEP training Leadership opportunities Co-sponsored meetings E-learning center

8. Professional Support Business Partners program Buyers guide Advertising directed towards the professional Insurances Exhibits at meetings Product showcases Directory Networking

9. Public Education & Outreach Education Council –Environmental Resource Guides Sections & Chapters (local activities) Student Chapters Scholarship programs

10. Annual Conferences 2003 San Diego, CA 2004 Indianapolis, IN 2005 Minneapolis, MN 2006 New Orleans, LA 2007 Pittsburgh, PA

11. Association Strategic Direction Core Purpose –To improve environmental knowledge and decisions by providing a neutral forum for exchanging information. Core Values –Environmental responsibility –Ethical behavior –Professional –Open communication –Quality member service –Life-long learning

12. 2006 Goals & Strategies A&WMA will be the primary resource for environmental knowledge exchange, professional development and education for its members. A&WMA will be a recognized public source of credible environmental information and knowledge. A&WMA will be a recognized leader in creating strategic partnerships to advance the collective success of the environmental community.

13. Become a member now! www.awma.org