"The United States Conference of Mayors was established in 1932 as the official nonpartisan organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more. There are more than 1,100 such cities in the country today. Each city is represented in the Conference by its chief elected official - the Mayor. The Mayors Business Council is an integral part of the structure and activities of The U.S. Conference of Mayors. The Business Council meets and works directly with the elected leadership of the Conference of Mayors, and works closely with the Mayors Business Community Task Force."

"To advance human progress through an economic, political and social system based on individual freedom, incentive, initiative, opportunity, and responsibility."

The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) is dedicated to accelerating the development and use of technologies that radically improve the quality, durability, energy efficiency, environmental performance, and affordability of America's housing.