The St. Petersburg International Business Association (SPIBA) is an international, non-profit, independent organization which unites international and Russian companies that share SPIBA's mission and principles. SPIBA's mission is to facilitate business development for its members in Northwest Russia, by providing a platform for open dialog, lobbying and collaboration with the government; networking opportunities and the exchange of information with other organizations; promotion and public relations for their members and partners. Established in 1995, SPIBA has become a respected partner for the international business community in the region.