What have we achieved over the past year? Our latest annual report tells the success story of the FTZ program and its growing contributions to the U.S. economy, despite an exceptionally challenging year. By the end of 2020, the National Association…
Read MoreSubmit your video for inclusion in the Virtual New Member Orientation by COB Monday, February 22 NAFTZ is preparing a warm welcome for our new members to help them make the most of their membership. You can help! Submit a video…
Read MoreDear NAFTZ Members, Supporters, and Friends: The global COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt our lives – both at home and work. In this uncertain and turbulent time, NAFTZ’s primary concern remains the protection of the health and safety of our…
Read MoreNAFTZ Virtual Legislative Summit (Feb. 9 -11, 2021, 1:00 – 3:00 pm EST) PARTICIPATE IN NAFTZ 2021 VIRTUAL LEGISLATIVE SUMMIT The convening of a new Congress in January of every odd-year is always an exciting and challenging time for those in…
Read MoreDo you want to know about global trade issues and events, without being overwhelmed? Receive brand new monthly content to help you better understand the FTZ program while gaining insight to the work of the association on behalf of the…
Read MoreFeaturing: Leigh Ryan, World Trade Center Savannah In a few sentences tell us about you: I serve as Vice President of World Trade Center Savannah who is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. I have been with the organization since…
Read MoreIn August 2021, NAFTZ began its search for its next President with the help of Kittleman & Associates, a national executive search firm specializing in recruitment of CEOs for non-profits. After a rigorous interview process of several highly qualified candidates…
Read MoreNAFTZ Board Chair, Melissa Irmen, thanked U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai for requesting that the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) conduct an investigation and prepare a report on the operation of the U.S. FTZs and similar programs in Canada and…
Read More“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” — Søren Kierkegaard Over this past year, NAFTZ has focused on meeting member needs in new ways, including: Adding virtual member orientation sessions to make sure everyone gets the…
Read MoreNAFTZ is pleased to announce that the Presidential Proclamation adjusting imports of steel into the United States, issued on December 27, 2021, incudes language addressing goods currently admitted to FTZs and such goods will not be subject to the Section…
Read More“The biggest room in the world is the room for improvement.” — Helmut Schmidt A couple of months ago, we asked for feedback and ideas on how to make the Zones Report better for our members. The NAFTZ Zones Report Task…
Read MoreBiden Administration Action on Sec. 232 NAFTZ Requests Information on Affected FTZ Companies NAFTZ Action Alert On October 31, The United States Trade Representative announced that the United States will replace the existing 25 and 10 percent tariffs on EU…
Read MoreFUNDAMENTALS OF FTZs SEMINAR JANUARY 9-10, 2022 • (IN-PERSON) Tucson, AZ PLUS (2) Bonus VIRTUAL 202 Advanced Training sessions Connect with Industry Professionals who possess a keen insight on FTZs, find out what’s going on in their zone, and how they…
Read MorePrevent a Lapse In Your NAFTZ Member Benefits, and Renew Today! The deadline to renew for the 2022 NAFTZ Membership Term is December 31, 2021. Members who do not renew by the deadline will begin a 90-day grace period before…
Read MoreFeaturing: Miguel Zamora II, Louisville Riverport Authority In a few sentences tell us about you: I’m a former U.S. Marine from Texas that was adopted by Louisville, KY some 35 years ago. I’m a musician, erstwhile, cook, outdoors, and football…
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