The Michigan Chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) was founded in 1919 as the Army Ordnance Associati ... on. Its charter is to provide a legal and ethical forum for the interchange of ideas between the government and industry to resolve industrial problems of joint concern. Currently the Michigan Chapter has more than 1,700 members representing government, military, and industry. The majority of large businesses that support the Michigan defense community are Corporate Members of NDIA. The Michigan Chapter is involved in a myriad of different activities that support all branches of the armed forces, local, state, and federal government, as well as the corporate entities that support our warfighters, first responders, and patriotic Americans. VISION: NDIA is the trusted leader in defense and national security associations. MISSION: NDIA engages thoughtful and innovative leaders to promote the best policies, practices, products and technology for warfighters and others who ensure the safety and security of our nation. • CHAMPION issues that contribute to the strength, resiliency and capacity of the industrial base • BUILD a vigorous, responsive and collaborative community in support of defense and national security • CONVENE legal and ethical forums for exchange of ideas, information, viewpoints and capabilities read more