Description

Connective Design, Inc. (CDI) is a distinguished woman-owned small business and contract manufacturer specializing in wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and the assembly of custom and MIL-SPEC connectors and components. Founded in 1991 by Danya Chandler, CDI began as a distributor of MIL-SPEC and commercial connectors and quickly evolved to meet the critical industry need for reverse engineering obsolete and sole source electronic components. With over two decades of in-house design and engineering expertise, the company is committed to delivering high-quality, competitively priced interconnect products that meet demanding production requirements with rapid turnaround times and exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Miamisburg, Ohio, CDI operates as an ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR registered manufacturer, with production staff holding IPC certifications. The company serves a diverse range of industries including military, aerospace, rail and transit, medical, robotics, and manufacturing. Their comprehensive product portfolio includes MIL-SPEC connectors and contacts, filter connectors, connector accessories, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, board mount components, and electronic enclosures. CDI also offers value-added services such as reverse engineering, new product design, kitting and assembly, and machining services, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and in-house laboratories. CDI's mission is to foster a growth-oriented environment that encourages employee productivity and professional development while delivering superior products and services that provide customers with a competitive advantage. The company is a member of key industry organizations such as SAE, IPC, and local chambers of commerce, underscoring its commitment to quality, ethics, and continuous improvement. Under the leadership of founder and president Danya Chandler, CDI continues to expand its capabilities and maintain its reputation as a reliable supplier of economical and innovative interconnect solutions with the shortest lead times in the market.