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Advance Innovation. Expand Your Impact. Join the IACMI Network.

Your organization has the vision to drive U.S. manufacturing forward—but without the right partners, tools, and resources, progress is slow. IACMI membership connects you to the people, tools, and programs transforming the composites industry and positions your organization at the forefront of U.S. manufacturing innovation.

Becoming a member of IACMI gives you a seat at the composites table. You’ll gain access to cutting-edge technology and join a national movement to accelerate innovation, strengthen U.S. manufacturing, and build a resilient workforce. As part of our collaborative network, you’ll work alongside industry leaders, researchers, startups, and government agencies to solve real-world challenges and shape the future of advanced composites.

IACMI membership offers:

Access to 170+ industry leaders and national labs
Exclusive invitations to member-only events and workshops
Opportunities to collaborate on federally funded R&D projects
Workforce development resources (internships, apprenticeships, K-12 programs)
Influence in setting industry technology roadmaps

What Our Members Are Saying

“There’s a fantastic collection of subject matter experts excited to talk about challenges and opportunities.”

“IACMI has found the secret sauce to connect people, create partnerships, and advance composites use. As a small company, it’s a great place to become part of the industry workforce and new materials developments.”

“What we value most about IACMI is the opportunity to connect with new potential partners and learn about their innovative technologies.”

“Initially, we looked to bring composite materials into more traditional, industrial markets. Through networking and the vast knowledge of the composites industry that IACMI has brought us, it’s allowed us to penetrate those markets and have commercial success.”

“Since its inception in 2015, IACMI has transformed the composites industry by driving innovation, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders, and prioritizing workforce development. Its efforts have not only advanced cutting-edge technology but also paved the way for more sustainable manufacturing practices, ensuring a strong foundation for the industry’s future.”

“IACMI creates a support network that I can lean on. Everybody is trying to work toward a common goal. Even though there are people who generally would be competitors, here they focus together on advancing the industry and finding projects that benefit everyone. That’s what is beautiful about it.”

Why Become an IACMI member?

Connect and Collaborate

As a member, you’re embedded in a powerful network of industry leaders, national labs, universities, government agencies, and state partners—collaborating at exclusive events and through year‑round, personalized engagement. Participate in our working groups, visit and work with our partner facilities, and attend events where you’ll meet people from places like Joby Aviation, Lockheed Martin, Airbus, Applied Composites, Composites One and over 170 more.

Lead Innovation

Gain access to cutting-edge resources, contribute to road‑mapping efforts, and influence the adoption of advanced composites in diverse markets. Joining this national innovation network gives your organization access to the people, tools, and resources needed to accelerate the adoption of composites across industries—from aerospace and automotive to energy and infrastructure.

Build Future Workforce Talent

Tap into rich workforce development opportunities—from internships to apprenticeships and workshops—designed to prepare agile, skilled professionals for the composites industry and advanced manufacturing as a whole. Through METAL, ACE and our K-12 initiatives, the IACMI community has the resources you need to grow that workforce and support industry demand.

About Our Memberships

Benefits

Included Benefits	Premium	Consortium
Members Meetings and member-exclusive events
Technical project participation
Leverage cost-share from third-party funding support
Priority access to IACMI facilities
Visibility through IACMI communications
Conference speaking opportunities
Technical member repository
Lead industry collaboration through roadmapping workshops and working groups participation
Technical project management services		At cost
Workforce development assets (Including interns, fellowships, apprenticeships, workshops, seminars, webinars, onboarding, and other training content)	At cost	At cost
Co-marketing at specified IACMI Events		At cost
Attend technical workshops and outreach participation opportunities
Priority marketing recognition
Direct participation in governance of Resource Pool Funding for technical and workforce projects
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Commitment

Annual Industry Membership Fees	Premium	Consortium
Large industry (>500 employees)	$50,000+	$17,500
Medium industry (51 - 500 employees)	$50,000+	$6,000
Small/Medium industry (11-50 employees)	$50,000+	$3,000
Small industry (1-10 employees)	$50,000+	$1,750
Incremental Annual Membership Upgrade Fee	Each $50,000 increment provides additional representation and governance

Annual Academic Membership Fees	Premium	Consortium
Academic Partner	At cost	$6,000
Community College/Workforce Partner	N/A	$750
Incremental Annual Membership Upgrade Fee	Each $50,000 increment provides additional representation and governance
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Governance

Annual Industry Membership Fees	Premium	Consortium
Large industry (>500 employees)	One seat per each $50,000, subject to limitations*	Consortium votes to elect 1 SME and 1 large entity seat annually
Medium industry (51-500 employees)	One seat per each $50,000, subject to limitations*	Consortium votes to elect 1 SME and 1 large entity seat annually
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Custom membership arrangements will be considered for partners offering unique consortium-serving opportunities.

*Limit of four seats per member. Member can opt to direct investments above $50,000 annually to specific projects or activities of interest.

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Your organization’s voice belongs at the table where the future of composites is decided. Join today to connect, collaborate, and lead the way in U.S. manufacturing innovation.