NATI - the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Technology Industries, has experienced steady growth and heightened recognition as the voice of the advanced technology sector for Newfoundland and Labrador. Since it's inception in 1991, NATI is seen as an energetic, focused and forward-looking force that is accelerating the business of technology.

NATI works to enhance and improve the advanced technology business climate in Newfoundland and Labrador by delivering programs and services that are of value to our membership, providing advocacy on behalf of the sector to ensure a competitive business climate in which to succeed, and deliver positive results to the bottom line of our growing membership. We will always investigate how we can effectively and efficiently deliver the right services, at the right time, and in collaboration with the right partners.

NATI's strategic pillars are as follows:

• Advocate for a favourable business environment in Newfoundland and Labrador;
• Support research and development, and commercialization of products and services;
• Facilitate a culture of innovation and export in our growing advanced technology sectors;
• Encourage youth to consider science and technology as part of their education and interests, as well as a career path; and
• Influence the process of accessing financial capital to continue to grow our knowledge-based economy.

Our mission statement drives the mandate and passion of NATI in the marketplace today…

"Success for NATI is the ability to demonstrate the positive linkage between NATI policy initiatives and the business results in the advanced technology sector of Newfoundland and Labrador."