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2021 Annual Conference and Exposition

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Annual Conference & Exposition

September 26-29, 2021

Enhance Your Career

Industry Professionals and partners will challenge themselves to take trade to new heights at the Annual Conference & Exposition. Attend this 4-day event and gain a lifetime of resources, relationships and regulation updates that you can enhance and build upon each year and event cycle. Exhibit Sales on sale now Also plan to sponsor today @Annual as a great opportunity to reach your target market. NAFTZ is actively monitoring CDC guidelines, travel restrictions, and event supporter/ member feedback prioritizing safety of all featuring any updates in the travel tab. Any questions/concerns direct to vcartwright@naftz.org.

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Annual Conference & Expo Rates

Attendee (non-exhibit) registration will open January, 2, 2021.

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: Join NAFTZ in order to qualify for membership discounts. (*) projected event fee *Note by registering you agree to be listed in the event app/follow up attendee roster and remain compliant with the NAFTZ photo/video policy on our website.

Status Early Rate by 8/20/21 Rate 8/21/21 to Onsite
Member* $825 $925
Non-Member* $1,300 $1,400
Federal Government* $475 $575

Press Registration

Press interested in covering the Annual Conference should apply in advance. Please read the requirements for Press applications carefully. If your application is missing anything, it may be denied or delayed. 

Getting a Press Pass

Qualifications for the press include, but are not limited to:

  • Press access will be limited to general sessions
  • Each person that is attending must fill out the form. Email jzapata@naftz.org to request a form.
  • Certain sessions are off the record. Journalists must respect the right to anonymity and not publish comments and sources
  • Audio and video recording of the session and other meeting events is strictly prohibited

We give priority to proposals from journalists who:

  • Work for press outlets capable of reaching large or influential audiences
  • Have a track record of insightful coverage in areas related to NAFTZ

Journalists who fail to comply with these guidelines will forfeit their press credentials and admittance to the event. NAFTZ reserves the right to deny access to any press representative at any time and for any reason to be in best interest of NAFTZ and its members.

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. Registration and full payment must be received prior to the LIVE event. All fees must be paid to be granted event entrance.

PAYMENT

All early bird attendees must pay by the date of early bird deadline (8/20/21) 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.

REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

CANCELLATION/REFUNDS

Registration fees are fully refundable for written cancellations received by NAFTZ by August 20, 2021. Cancellations received by the NAFTZ between August. 20 & August 31, 2021 will receive a 50% credit for their registration fee toward a future 2021 NAFTZ Meeting. Cancellations received after August 31, 2021 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 Wednesday
  • Admission to the Exposition Hall
  • Evening celebrations on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday

ONSITE MEALS INCLUDES

  • Continental breakfast Monday through Wednesday
  • Afternoon beverages Monday and Tuesday
  • Lunch Monday through Wednesday
  • Reception food provided at the Sunday Welcome Reception and the evening receptions on Monday and Tuesday

FAMILY AND GUESTS

Invite your family and guests to the Annual Conference! A special guest registration is available for $50 for the Sunday and Monday evening reception. The Tuesday night reception is priced at $100 per guest. Admission to receptions is included in your conference registration fee making those not attending the conference eligible at the guest rate.

CONFIRMATION

Confirmation for event registrations online should be immediate. If you have not received a confirmation within 2 business days after registering, please contact Victoria Cartwright, Director of Events and Education.

EARN CPE and CCS/CES CREDITS

Attend the NAFTZ Annual Conference and earn credit. NAFTZ will undergo the application process closer to the event to offer CPE and CCS/CES credit. Attendance can be applied towards certification or recertification of your Accredited Zones Specialist (AZS) designation. NAFTZ is currently undergoing the approval process for CCS/CES credit for this event.

CONSENT TO USE PHOTO/VIDEO/AUDIO USE

*By completing NAFTZ registration, I hereby grant NAFTZ (National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones) the unrestricted right to use my name, contact information, image, likeness, quote(s), or voice that is transcribed, photographed, or recorded at the NAFTZ Annual Conference in Miami, FL held Sept. 26-29, 2021 (“Annual Conference”), for any purpose, including use or publication on its website, promotional materials, presentations, press releases, social media tools, sponsorship reference, or any other media. I understand that I will not receive any compensation for such use or publication. I understand that edits may be made prior to such use or publication, and I hereby waive the right to inspect or approve any use or publication wherein my name, image, likeness, quote(s), or voice appears. I hereby release NAFTZ from any and all claims and liability relating to such use or publication of my name, image, likeness, quote(s), or voice. By registering for this event, I agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). PII includes any information that identifies me personally (e.g. name, address, email address, phone number, etc.). NAFTZ will use PII to: (a) enable your event registration/attendee roster; (b) review, evaluate and administer NAFTZ initiatives; (c) market NAFTZ opportunities and sponsorship you may potentially be interested in; NAFTZ may use your PII for so long as NAFTZ remains active in conducting any of the above purposes.

 

*Registration and Reception Guest ticket rates are subject to change.

2021 Program will be available closer to the event date.

 

To view the 2019 agenda click here

 

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.

Committee Participation

Unparalleled Industry Access

Our annual conference is the largest FTZ-related event in the United States. With over 500 in attendance in 2019 representing over 300 different companies, and estimated attendance in 2021 to be similar, our receptions, round table discussions, and exhibit hall are an exciting way to build stronger relationships.

Exhibits on Sale now

Sponsorships on Sale now

Sponsor

Are you looking for an exceptional way to promote your company, reinforce your brand loyalty, increase your visibility, and contribute to the growth of the FTZ community? Sponsorship opportunities for event reception packages are open year round. Contact NAFTZ to feature personalized items to promote your company year round, keynote luncheons to highlight your company and more vcartwright@naftz.org or 202.331.1950 ext. 225.

Sponsorships are a great branding opportunities & customized packages *Reception/Meal/break and package sponsorship(s) and tier level sponsorships are open year round and secured on a first come first served basis, for more information email vcartwright@naftz.org

 

Exhibit

EXHIBIT Booths are on sale NOW – secure your booth TODAY! More detailed agenda and exhibit booth layout will be released in late June. Learn more on our event page here. Booth space applications will be accepted and confirmed on a first come first served basis. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to showcase your products and services to more than 400 decision makers in the FTZ industry. By exhibiting, your company can deliver excitement with industry-changing announcements, and more. 

For a regular booth, the one (1) booth registration fee is a $75 savings and for one (1) premium booth attendee registration is offered at a $350 savings, compared to early member registration rates and standard industry booth rates.

The savings are based on the inclusion of one complimentary registration.

In 2019, a basic booth was $2000 and a premium booth was $3250.

 

 

Who Attended past Annual Conference (below is a snapshot)?

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OUTLOOK

NAFTZ is actively monitoring CDC/hotel guidelines, travel restrictions, and event supporter/ member feedback prioritizing safety of all featuring the latest updates in the travel tab here. Any questions/concerns direct to vcartwright@naftz.org.

HOTEL

Our host event hotel is the Loews Miami Beach Hotel (1601 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139) offering the NAFTZ discount rate of $239/night+tax for single/double occupancy until August 20, 2021, based on availability. Group reservations will be accepted closer to the event date (by Oct. 2020)  at 1-888-879-0462 or 615-340-5778.

LOCATION

The hotel property is in the heart of Miami with a variety of restaurants and shops within walking distance. Click here for more details.

 

Stay connected with the Annual Conference
Connect with us to get the latest conference updates and join the conversations. Details regarding our twitter hashtag, how to participate in the Catherine Durda Award Contest (for Grantee’s chance to win free registration next year) and mobile event details will be released closer to the event date.

 

This app will serve as your guide onsite. Not only will you get the latest program updates and information, but you will be able to access the attendee list, presentations, speaker bios, local maps, and complete your session evaluations. Instructions on downloading the Mobile App will be available closer to the event.

 

Interested in elevating your professional development and distinguishing yourself as a foreign-trade zone professional? Check out the  NAFTZ Accredited Zone Specialist (AZS) program and determine what events/webinars are eligible for AZS application credit by clicking here.

Interested in a sample of previous NAFTZ events – click here.

Upcoming Events

12January

FREE 2021 Virtual Fundamentals of FTZs Seminar
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27January

FREE 2021 Webinar: January 27 – 321 Update
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28January

FREE 2021 Webinar: January 28 – OFIS Interface
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02February

FREE 2021 Webinar: February 2 – Running a drawback and FTZ in parallel
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09February

2021 Virtual Legislative Summit
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Featured Event

09February

2021 Virtual Legislative Summit
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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. *Note by registering for NAFTZ events you agree to be listed in the event app/follow up attendee roster and remain compliant with the NAFTZ photo/audio/video policy on our website.

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