Affiliations

American Foundry Society: Founded in 1896 and has Grown to an international organization of approximately 10,000 members in 47 countries. AFS assists member companies and individuals to effectively and efficiently manage all production operations, to profitably market their products and services, and to equitably manage their employees. The mission of the AFS today is "to provide and promote knowledge and services that strengthen the metalcasting industry for the ultimate benefit of its customers and society". (Click here for additional information on AFS)

Association for Iron and Steel Technology: AIST's mission statement "Advancing the Technical Development, Production, Processing and Application of Iron and Steel" says it all.  Members enjoy a variety of services from technical meetings, conferences, exhibits and publications.  (Click here for additional information on the Association for Iron and Steel Technology)

Choffin Career and Technical Center: Founded in CCTC offers a variety of programs including career classes for high school students as well as Adult Education classes. Two new College Tech Prep classes have begun in the 2005-2006 school year: Pre-Engineering and Teacher Preparation. (Click here for additional information on CCTC)

Kent State Trumbull is a local resource for Workforce Development and Continuing Education. Kent State's training and consulting services provide results-based impact with an emphasis on short-term gains and lon-term sustainability. Area Course offerings include: Personal Enrichment, Professional Development,Computers, Public Service, Workforce Development, OnlineShort Courses, Online Career Programs with credits toward Associates and Bachelors Degrees. (Click here for additional information)

Mahoning County Career and Technical Center: Located on a beautiful campus-like setting in Mahoning County, MCCTC focuses on Secondary Vocational, Secondary Academic, and Adult Education Programs. One key program is Precision Machine Technology. The demand for professional machinists is at an all-time high. Graduates of this program may serve two year apprenticeships, attend technical schools or pursue two-year college degrees in manufacturing or mechanical engineering technology. (Click here for additional information on MCCTC)

New Castle School of Trades: Founded in 1945 in New Castle, PA., until present day, thousands of students, young and old alike, have graduated from NCST.  As the school enters its 61st year of operation, plans are being made to construct a new 50,000 square foot facility on the east side current location.  The school now offers degrees in Auto Tech, Machine Tech, Refrigeration Tech, and Building Tech.
(Click here for additional information on NCST)

Trumbull Career and Technical Center: Founded in 1978, TCTC now has 19 area schools attending. TCTC offers 38 career-tech, prep high school programs with approximately 1,000 secondary students (Juniors and Seniors) enrolled at the present time. Employment placement rate is 91% (adults) and 87.5% (secondary students). Articulation is with Kent State University - Trumbull Campus. (Click here for additional information on TCTC)

Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber: The Regional Chamber is a private, non-profit business membership association. It is an action organization designed to meet business and community needs. Whether it's through business development and networking opportunities, member companies capitalize on contacts and resources provided by the Regional Chamber. (If you are considering membership, click here for their website)