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2020 Fundamentals of FTZs Seminar

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SEE FTZs COME TO LIFE & SAVE THE DATE: January 5-6, 2020 in Orlando, FL.

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The Fundamentals Seminar is designed for those who are new to the FTZ program or are looking for a refresher on the basics in order to increase key program knowledge. Whether you are a grantee, user/operator, or a third party service provider, the Fundamentals seminar will enable you to learn the program basics and operational requirements from top experts in the FTZ industry in a detailed one day seminar format.  

 

Announcing the NAFTZ Fundamentals of FTZs Seminar speaker lineup featuring FTZ specialists from UPS, FTZ 260, and Rockefeller Group. Pass on the good news to be sure to register today.

 

Why Attend?

  • Education: Learn FTZs from application to activation and means to navigate the FTZ regulatory environment from field experts. Collect up to 7.5 CCS/CES and 8 CPE credits for attending the LIVE event – subject to NCBFAA and NASBA guidelines.
  • Identify the means to communicate program features and benefits to your boss, customers, potential clients and the public.
  • Networking: Expand your connections by meeting peers and professionals with similar status while learning from industry veterans. Receptions, breaks, and free time will allow you to foster relationships and the potential to keep engaged year-round.
  • Opportunities to reach your niche market – 2020 offering are available below – REACH YOUR TARGET MARKET TODAY!
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2020 FUNDAMENTALS OF FTZS SEMINAR RATES

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: Join NAFTZ in order to qualify for membership discounts.

(2) Webinars (2) Surveys required to view & complete prior to the event

Status Early Rate by 12/4/19 Rate 12/5/19 to Onsite
Member $300 $350
Non-Member $350 $400
Federal Government $225 $275

Event & Registration Policies

SAVE WHEN YOU BRING YOUR TEAM

Each additional* registrant from the same company receives a $50 discount (not applicable for Federal Government employees). *The first company representative must have paid the full registration rate, for the second company representative to be eligible for the discount.

EVENT SUBSTITUTION

Attendees MUST hold an NAFTZ membership for the same number of company guests requesting the member rate. For substitution requests, email jzapata@naftz.org. 

PAYMENT

All early bird attendees must pay by the date of early bird deadline (12/4/19) to receive the discount rate (if not paid by this date the rate increases). All post-early bird rate attendees must pay 2 weeks prior to the event start date (only exception are non-members and those registering on-site who must pay in full at the time of registration). If not paid by this date additional fees apply.

CANCELLATION/REFUNDS

Registration fees are fully refundable for written cancellations received by NAFTZ by December 4, 2019. Cancellations received by the NAFTZ between Dec. 5 & Dec. 24, 2019 will receive a 50% credit for their registration fee toward a future 2020 NAFTZ Meeting. Cancellations received after December 24 will be responsible for the full registration fee amount due to the NAFTZ and no meeting credits will be issued.

REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

  • Access to all educational activities Sunday through Monday
  • Evening celebration on Sunday

ONSITE MEALS INCLUDE

  • Food and a beverage at the Sunday Welcome Reception
  • Continental breakfast and beverage Monday
  • Morning and Afternoon refreshment breaks Monday
  • Lunch Monday

 

CONFIRMATION

You will receive an email confirmation of your registration from the NAFTZ Meetings Department, (please add vcartwright@naftz.org to your safe senders list). If you have not received a confirmation within 2 business days after registering, please contact Victoria Cartwright, Director of Events and Education.

EARN CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

Please visit the education tab for details in offering CPE, CCS and CES credit eligible for those attending the LIVE event. Attendance can also be applied towards certification or re-certification of your Accredited Zones Specialist (AZS) designation. Learn More.

CONSENT TO USE PHOTOS/VIDEO IMAGE

Registration and attendance at, or participation in, NAFTZ meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the use and distribution of the registrant or attendee’s image in photographs, video recording, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes of such events and activities by NAFTZ and other third parties, including but not limited to the venue, the host city, and the host CVB.

This one day event packs in the highlights of the FTZ Program from origin to activation and everything in between. Learn more about the program and make professional contacts to help you every step of the process. Check out the 2020 program for reference here.

Taking into account how you learn best, as noted in attendee surveys, NAFTZ is incorporating online and in-person training this year. Register today to take advantage of this multi-platform approach and learn more about the advanced online activities in the upcoming weeks, that will prepare you to arrive in Florida ready to tackle the FTZ world of trade with fresh eyes.

**All registrants, must attend the Advanced webinars prior to the event (on demand viewings require a survey completed following the event for confirmation). Note only the in-person portion of the event will be eligible for credit (if approved).

Interested in getting more involved with the event programming? We welcome NAFTZ Program Committee volunteers – visit the following link for more details or email vcartwright@naftz.org with any speaker/moderator/topic suggestions.

 

Announcing the NAFTZ Fundamentals of FTZs Seminar speaker lineup featuring FTZ specialists from UPS, FTZ 260, and Rockefeller Group.

Committee Participation

Those who attend the LIVE event can received up to 8 CPE credits and 7.5 CCS/CES – subject to NCBFAA and NASBA guidelines. Requests for credit must be received within 3 weeks of the event and subject to respective association guidelines.
NEW This year: Based on attendee feedback, it was requested to split up this content rich program to allow more focus in-person on more in depth topics – which resulted in two online webinars – viewings and survey completion required for each by those attending Fundamentals of FTZs – is required to be completed in advance of the in person event. Those registering will receive links to the recordings and/or means to attend the LIVE event depending on when one registers.
For more information regarding refund, complaint, and program cancellation policies, please contact Victoria Cartwright, NAFTZ at 202-331-1950 ext. 225 or vcartwright@naftz.org.

Why Sponsor?

Previous years have produced as many as 89 attendees representing more than 50 different companies. An enthusiastic audience that is eager to learn and new to the field will provide sponsors with a groundbreaking opportunity. Please review the “Sponsor Event” options to learn how you can make an impact with your sponsorship dollars. Timed sponsorships will be released closer to the event date. 

The below sponsorships are open year round(*) and confirmed on first come first served basis:

*Reception/Meal package sponsorship(s)

*Event App for all (4) in person events sponsorship & (1) Annual Conf. social media wall ONLY is available year-round – if you request for only one event this is time released (based on availability) –SOLD for 2020

*Event Totebags all (3) totebag sponsorships for (3) total in person events ONLY is available year-round – if you request for only one event this is time released (based on availability) – SOLD for 2020

*Annual Conference Platinum level sponsorship (only if bundled with main event reception)

All other event sponsorships are available on a timed release basis and NAFTZ is always happy to customize something for you as well.

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando – Disney Springs 

2305 Hotel Plaza Boulevard

Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830

Book Your Hotel

Secure the NAFTZ Discount rate $150/night+tax at our host hotel DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando – Disney Springs- book your hotel online or by call 800-222-8733 referencing “NAFTZ Fundamentals of FTZs Seminar” or group code “NAF” when you call reservations, rate based on availability. Any issues securing the discount, call NAFTZ at 202.331.1950 ext. 225.   Contact Victoria Cartwright at 202-331-1950 ext. 225 if you have any issues in securing your discounted room.

HOTEL PERKS

Guests staying at the NAFTZ discount rate will enjoy complimentary internet in their guest rooms, discount self-parking ($11/day), a waived resort fee, and complimentary internet in the meeting space.

LOCATION

Learn more about the walkable location – click here. Access is also provided by the complimentary shuttle to Disney Springs. There are also a number of restaurants to enjoy in the area.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Join us for the Sunday 6 p.m. Reception. The event concludes by 5:00 p.m. Monday.

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Archived Events

In January, receive a refresher course on the Fundamentals of FTZs for this in-person event. Followed by our Legislative Summit in February  held in Washington, D.C. highlighting key impacts on the FTZ community with opportunities to interact with legislators regarding the Congressional  Outlook.  To view in-person event presentations click here, requires member status to access. Monthly LIVE webinars continue educational offerings year round. If you missed the LIVE event, check out the archived webinars that are complimentary to members. Nonmembers can purchase archived webinars for a small fee.

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Sean Maguire

Director of Economic Development

Grantee of Capital Region Foreign-Trade Zone #121

“The Fundamentals seminar is an excellent opportunity to be introduced to the Foreign-Trade Zone program and a great refresher on some of the basics. As a grantee, I used this recent seminar as an opportunity to attend with one of our new FTZ users. Together, we had the opportunity to hear the same information and brainstorm about how they will be able to leverage their new FTZ site to enhance and grow their business. I would recommend Fundamentals to both potential FTZ users who are trying to determine if they should invest in an FTZ and to existing FTZ users and grantees alike to improve their overall knowledge.”

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