Every Regular Member can make a marked difference in how our industry operates now and well into the future by participating in one of NCBFAA’s three primary Standing Committees—Transportation, Customs, and Regulatory Agencies. These three committees also include a myriad legislative- and regulatory-specific subcommittees. Participation in NCBFAA Committees and Subcommittees also maximizes the benefits of Regular membership and offers opportunities for professional growth, collaborative discourse, and lifelong friendships among industry colleagues.
How to Join an NCBFAA Committee
- You must be a Regular member (Affiliate, Associate and NEI Corporate & Professional members are not eligible to join NCBFAA Committees)
- Participate in a Quarterly Board Meeting (held four times a year): January, NCBFAA Annual Conference in the spring, June, and at the Government Affairs Conference (GAC) in September to hear about committee initiatives and meet other committee members prior to joining a committee.
- After attending a Board meeting, complete our Member Volunteer Form and indicate the committee you wish to join. We recommend joining just one to start.
- Members who volunteer to join a committee are reviewed at the quarterly Board meetings and you will receive an email from the committee chair indicating that you have been added to the list of committee members who receive meeting invitations. Thank you for your patience.
Joining a Committee: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I choose a committee to join?
A: We recommend you join a committee you think will benefit from your skills, knowledge and experience. We recommend you join a committee that suits your expertise. We recommend you only join a committee where you have the time to participate in meetings and volunteer to work on projects.
Q: I just want the information pertinent to a committee or subcommittee subject matter. Do I have to join the committee to have access to that information?
A: You do not need to join a committee to receive the important information that impacts you. All members receive the Monday Morning eBriefing which summarizes the important projects and initiatives each committee is working on. Joining a committee is a time commitment and should only be made if you intend to share in the work of the committee itself.
Q: What level of membership is required to join a NCBFAA Committee or Subcommittee?
A: You must be a Regular Member to join a NCBFAA Committee or Subcommittee, as well as to attend any of the meetings.
Q: What is the time commitment?
A: Most key NCBFAA Committees meet monthly via tele-conference for an hour, as well as on an ad-hoc basis when necessary, while Subcommittees generally meet less frequently depending on the urgency of the legislative or regulatory topic to be addressed. The Committees also meet in-person prior to the Annual Conferences and Government Affairs Conferences.
Q: Can I join more than one Committee?
A: Yes, however it is recommended that you choose one NCBFAA Committee to focus your involvement. Within the various Standing Committees, you may participate in one or more Subcommittees, as your schedule permits.
Q: What are the benefits of joining a Committee?
A: Participation in the NCBFAA Committees and Subcommittees maximizes the benefits of Regular membership in the Association and personally offers opportunities for professional growth, collaborative discourse, and lifelong friendships among industry colleagues.
Q: How do I join a Committee today?
A: Plan to attend the next quarterly Board meeting. Next, complete the NCBFAA Member Volunteer Form that will be forwarded to the NCBFAA and Committee Chair for review each quarter.
List of NCBFAA Committees
Annual Conference Committee
Bylaws Committee
Customs Committee (subcommittees include ACE Strategy Subcommittee, Part 111 Rewrite Subcommittee & Trade Interruption and Resumption Planning Subcommittee)
Drawback Committee
GAC Conference Committee
Legislative Committee
Membership Committee
Nominating Committee
PAC Committee
Regulatory Agencies Committee (RAC)
RAC Subcommittee: ATF Subcommittee, and DEA Subcommittee
RAC Subcommittee: CPSC Subcommittee, EPA
RAC Subcommittee: FCC Subcommittee, FDA
RAC Subcommittee: FDA Devices-Tobacco
RAC Subcommittee: FWS Subcommittee, NHTSA
RAC Subcommittee: NOAA/NMFS
RAC Subcommittee: TBB
RAC Subcommittee: USDA AMS-MO
RAC Subcommittee: USDA AMS-Organic
RAC Subcommittee: USDA APHIS-Core
RAC Subcommittee: USDA APHIS-Lacey
Scholarship Committee
Transportation Committee Customs Committee (subcommittees include Export Compliance Subcommittee, Airfreight Subcommittee, Logistics Subcommittee & NVOCC Subcommittee)
Transportation Subcommittee: Air Freight
Transportation Subcommittee: Export |Compliance
Transportation Subcommittee: Logistics
Transportation Subcommittee: NVOCC
