- To promote the strength and contribution that photonics technologies make.
- Publicizes this strength in industry trade shows and international business forums.
- Helps assure a trained workforce is available to allow the industry to grow and attracts out-of-state talent.
- Promotes the needs and wants of the photonics industry to the local and federal governments.
- Provides a forum for industry, academia, and government laboratories to collaborate on R&D projects.
