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The Illinois Defense Industry Association is a professional organization of
over 40 Illinois businesses dedicated to improving opportunities for Illinois
companies working in the defense and homeland security industries.
Founded in 1997 by eight companies with a vision for cooperative effort and
mutual advancement, the organization has grown to include large and small manufacturers,
information technology firms and support organizations.
Our Goal:
To increase Illinois' share of federal defense and homeland security dollars
and to support defense and homeland security businesses in Illinois.
Our Objectives:
*Raise awareness of the IDIA and the association's economic impact on the State
of Illinois
*Serve as a collective voice to the Illinois Delegation on defense issues of
mutual concern
*Act as a source of information for agencies and elected officials.
*Share resources to achieve common goals
*Enhance Illinois Small Business Opportunities
IDIA hosts regular networking meetings, legislative updates and informational
sessions on topics of interest to our members and provides educational information
to the media, general public, public agencies and elected officials on the vibrant
and growing Illinois business segment providing goods and services in the defense
of our Nation.
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