Based in Houston, Texas, and chartered by the State of Texas, the International Transportation Management Association ("ITMA") is a member-driven organization for companies and people that are involved or interested in international transportation logistics.

Purpose

The purpose and focus of I.T.M.A. is to educate members through regularly scheduled ‘Lunch and Learn’ meetings and select workshops for logistics professionals covering the latest transportation issues, and to give back to the community by awarding college scholarships to qualified students actively pursuing a career in international logistics.

Mission Statement

"To provide logistics professionals with an educational venue that promotes awareness of the latest industry issues, to create a forum for communication, and encourage today’s youth to pursue a career in International Transportation Logistics thereby fostering a continuing pool of talent for our industry."

Any individual or company involved in the international transportation industry is eligible to join I.T.M.A.

Prospective members can apply online.  Current members can update their membership contact information.

Individual membership is $50 per year.  Corporate membership is $150 per year.  Corporate membership entitles a corporation to nominate five (5) of its employees as the beneficiaries of the membership. Membership dues are paid annually, are good for the calendar year and are not pro-rated.

Membership dues and event fees must be paid in US funds.

Retired members, Educators and I.T.M.A. scholarship recipients are entitled to Honorary Membership and are not assessed annual dues and privileged meeting rates. Honorary Membership does not include voting privileges, but entitles members to attend all functions and receive discounted prices for regular meetings.

I.T.M.A. conducts meetings and special events throughout the year.  Most Lunch & Learn Meetings are held on first Wednesdays at The Greenspoint Club from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch and Learn meetings include an informative program and networking opportunities. 

Premier Lunch and Learn Sponsors are showcased at a display at each luncheon.  Meet our 2008 Sponsors.

Special events include annual golf outings, conferences and fundraising events. 

I.T.M.A. has created a dedication award to honor special individuals in Transportation Logistics the ITMA Hall of Fame.

Among special projects of ITMA are the Importer/Exporter Logistics Advisory Council promoting Roundtable Discussions, International Logistics-Freight Forwarding Certification, Practicum Study, Internships, and Logistics Job for a Day.

I.T.M.A. posts transportation industry employment opportunities at this web site.  If you're seeking experienced people, or are seeking a position in the international transportation arena, see employment opportunities for current job information.

Each year qualified college students are awarded substantial funding in scholarships from I.T.M.A.

Learn about I.T.M.A. scholarship qualifications and submit a scholarship application at this web site.

ITMA Scholarship Recipients continue to receive the club support through the ITMA Logistics for a Day - Mentoring Program.

Our amazing and generous ITMA Volunteer Mentoring Companies are ready to share their knowledge.

In our commitment to Education for our logistics community, ITMA is working with leading industry experts to present valuable seminars and workshops to keep our members informed of the latest trade practices.

2007 has been the first year for ITMA to bring forth these Educational Programs and they have been very well received and proceeds assist our Scholarships!

View our past and future industry Workshops / Seminars.

 

I.T.M.A. shares postings from its membership and other industry club events and information.  

If you have an announcement to share on this website, please let us know and we will post as possible.