Founded in 1998 as a non-profit trade association in Washington, DC, the International Biometric Industry Association (IBIA) represents the manufacturers, developers, and solution providers of biometric technologies used in electronic human identity authentication – face, fingerprint, hand, iris, vascular, speech, as well as skin/dermis. IBIA impartially represents all biometric technologies in all applications. IBIA advances the use of biometrics as the most effective and reliable means of ascertaining personal identity for the government, the commercial/private sector, and the consumer. The industry's leading voice on key policy issues in North America affecting biometrics, IBIA fulfills its mission through education and advocacy. For more information, please go to www.ibia.org.

The BioAPI Consortium is a group of over 120 organizations that have a common interest in promoting the growth of the biometrics market through standardization. The Consortium has developed a specification for a standardized Application Programming Interface (API) that is compatible with a wide range of biometric applications programs and a broad spectrum of biometrics technologies. The BioAPI Specification was approved as an ANSI standard in 2002 and an ISO standard in 2006. The organization now focuses on promoting its adoption and disseminating information and resources. For more information, go to www.bioapi.org.

FindBIOMETRICS.com (www.findbiometrics.com) is a truly unique resource, which can guide novice and expert professionals through every aspect of finding a suitable biometric solution for their enterprise. By providing highly targeted company showcases, product reviews, industry profiles and breaking news, findBIOMETRICS.com provides the connection between buyers and sellers. Our very targeted user base is comprised of security industry professionals and biometrics solution providers who are involved in the development, implementation or management of biometric security systems and/or who are responsible for the purchase decisions at their companies. These users include, "C" level executives, Gov't personnel, IT/MIS Managers, Implementation personnel, System Integrators, Physical Security Managers, Property/Facility Managers, Date /Networking Security Managers and Biometric Solution Developers.

The Biometrics Institute is an independent not-for-profit organisation based in Australia providing THE meeting place for any organisation interested in biometrics. It has over 110 membership organisations from Australia, New Zealand and beyond including Australian Customs Service, Department of Immigration and Citizenship, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and New Zealand Customs to name a few. The mission of the Biometrics Institute is to be a forum for biometric users and other interested parties and to facilitate the responsible use of biometrics. Implicit in our mission statement is the need to protect consumer personal data, beyond the current protections offered by the Australian Privacy Act or our trading partners overseas. We submitted a privacy code to govern the members of our Institute to the Office of the Australian Privacy Commissioner which was approved and came into operation in Australia on the 1 September 2007 and now forms part of Australian privacy legislation. For more information visit www.biometricsinstitute.org.

Northstar has been providing recruiting services for technology companies since 1990 and has focused on Identity Management, Biometrics and Integrated Security since 2000. The company's goal is to assist clients in attracting quality candidates with outstanding records and, by blending proven recruiting methods and adhering to the highest levels of ethical professionalism, Northstar strives to function not just as a vendor, but also as an industry resource for clients. For more information: www.northstarcorp.com.

The Biometrics Market Intelligence eUpdate is your market intelligence lens on the world of biometrically enabled identification solutions. The eUpdate, published by Acuity Market Intelligence, offers provocative, candid insight that cuts through market hype to expose bottom line issues that drive this rapidly emerging marketplace. Be prepared for key findings from in-depth market research reports, analysis of the latest news and announcements, and Acuity's unique perspective and commentary on the events that impact and shape our industry. For more information go to: http://www.biometricsmi.com

The RFIDba is a vendor neutral trade association which serves the education and business interests of RFID end-users around the world. Through partnerships with academia and industry, we produce university-level education programs tailored to specific vertical markets. We also foster programs to educate government officials on RFID, sensor and wireless technologies for the formation of public policies on privacy, security, workforce training, certification and international trade. www.rfidba.org

Defense Update International magazine provides an online resource for military professionals and enthusiasts. With frequently updated news feed covering news and analysis on modern military & aerospace technology, Defense Update discusses the different aspects of modern defense technology, from combat systems, to defense business and financial news. Defense Update is tailored for professionals. Among the tools available to readers are the extensive, up-to-date events calendar, comprehensive product coverage, a military theme bookstore, job center, and more. Visit www.defense-update.com to join the free subscription service.

ThirdFactor investigates the application of the wide range of biometric technologies across the spectrum of identification and security markets. Readers explore the latest news and follow market and product developments at this high-profile industry site. For more information go to: http://www.thirdfactor.com/.

Founded in 1996, the Biometric Digest is the leading technology newsletter dedicated solely to biometric identification technology. Distributed 12 months of the year, it is available as a PDF file and includes hyperlinks to vendor websites. A supplement, "Biometric Media Weekly," provides news and information and is distributed every Wednesday. Key articles and research are available on all biometrics to include fingerprint, voice, facial recognition, iris, vein, handprint, palm and others. To subscribe to this monthly newsletter, with weekly e-mail updates, visit http://www.biodigest.com.

HSToday, an award-winning monthly magazine, provides insight and analysis to homeland security decision-makers. With its in-depth HS coverage, HSToday is the must read magazine that key personnel at local, municipal, state and federal agencies rely upon. In addition to HSToday magazine, their website with its continual updates and daily special topic e-newsletters, keeps you informed. HSToday is free to individuals involved with homeland security. Sign up for your free subscription today at http://www.hstoday.us/.

VB/Research is a leading global source of research and deal intelligence on venture capital and private equity funds and their investments, M&A and the public capital markets in the Homeland Security and Defense industry. By focusing on fundraisings currently marketed, acquisition targets, M&A opportunities and upcoming IPOs, we deliver actionable intelligence that provides insight into tomorrow's industry leading companies. In addition, VBR's research platform offers the most accurate and comprehensive databases tracking deals and investors in all asset classes including private placements, buyouts, PIPEs, M&A and IPOs since 2002. Members of our research service range from governments and multinational companies to investment banks, venture capitalists, private equity funds, hedge funds and law firms in over 55 countries. Venture Business Research was founded in 2005 and employs 20 analysts and journalists in various locations around the globe. For more information go to: http://vbresearch.com/.