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. The purpose and focus of ITMA is to educate members through regularly scheduled luncheons 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."