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2024 Annual Conference Program Summary coming soon.

Pre-Conference Meetings:

Friday, April 12^th

Saturday, April 13^th

Conference Meetings:

Sunday April 14^th

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7:45 AM

Bus Departs from Hotel to Golf Course

8:00 - 8:45 AM	Golf Tournament Registration
	Co-Sponsored by:
	Avalon Risk Management Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Klestadt LLP

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM  Golf Course	Golf Tournament (Additional Cost - $125)
	Co-Sponsored by:
	Avalon Risk Management Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Klestadt LLP
	Bus departs Golf Course at 2:00 p.m. to Hotel

1:00 - 8:00 PM Caribbean Registration Desk	NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
	Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine Brokerage, Ltd.

2:00 - 6:00 PM Palm Terrace	NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
	Sponsored by: Roanoke Insurance Group

6:00 - 7:00 PM  Dunes Coconut Terrace	Stewart B. Hauser First-Timer Reception (by Invitation Only)
	Conference "First Timer" attendees are introduced to NCBFAA Officers, Board of Directors, Counsel, Affiliated Association Presidents, Annual Conference Committee, and Media. Please extend a very warm welcome to all "First Timer" attendees identified by the yellow ribbon on their badge.
	Sponsored by:  Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

7:00 - 8:00 PM Grand Ballroom	Grand Opening of the Exhibitor MarketPlace
	Registrants can visit with this year’s exhibitors, as well as enjoy refreshments.
	Sponsored by: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

8:00 - 9:00 PM Ocean View Terrace	Welcome Reception (Dinner Included; Attire is Business Casual)
	After the Exhibitor MarketPlace closes, everyone will then join the “Welcome Reception” for dinner. This gathering of old friends and colleagues is the perfect opportunity to make new friends and acquaintances as NCBFAA welcomes all registrants to its 2024 Annual Conference.
	Sponsored by: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Monday, April 15^th

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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Caribbean Registration Desk	NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
	Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine Brokerage, Ltd.

8:00 AM Grand

Exhibitor MarketPlace Reopens

8:00 - 9:00 AM Grand	NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace
	(Tables will be reserved for speakers)

8:00 - 10:00 AM Grand

Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace

9:00 - 11:30 AM Caribbean	NCBFAA 2024 Annual Meeting
	All Regular Members are requested to attend this once-a-year event, which includes Officer, Counsel, and Committee reports.
	Presiding: Jose D. Gonzalez, NCBFAA President, Jose D. Gonzalez CHB
	(Regular Members Only, Please)

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Grand	Break in the Exhibitor MarketPlace
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12:00 - 1:30 PM Ocean	Lunch
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	Keynote Speaker:
	Introduction:  Jose D. Gonzalez, NCBFAA President, Jose D. Gonzalez CHB
	NCBFAA 2024 Scholarship Presentations
	Winner:  Introduced by: Presented by:  Sponsored by: Alba Wheels Up International, Inc.
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	NCBFAA CCS Award Presentation
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	NCBFAA CES Award Presentation
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1:30 - 2:00 PM Grand	Dessert in Exhibitor MarketPlace
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2:00 - 4:30 PM

Exhibitor MarketPlace Closes (Reopens at 4:30 PM)

2:00 - 3:30 PM Caribbean	Session
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3:30 - 4:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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4:30 - 5:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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4:30 - 6:30 PM Grand

Exhibitor MarketPlace Reopens

4:30 - 6:30 PM Grand	NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering in Exhibitor MaketPlace
	Sponsored by: Roanoke Insurance Group

5:00 PM

Closing Announcements

6:45 - 9:30 PM

Dinner on Your Own

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Tuesday, April 16^th

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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Caribbean Registration Desk	NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
	Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine Brokerage, Ltd.

7:00 - 8:00 AM Grand	NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace
	(Tables will be reserved for speakers)

7:00 - 9:00 AM Grand

Breakfast Buffet in Exhibitor MarketPlace

8:00 - 8:30 AM Caribbean	Session
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9:00 - 10:00 AM Caribbean	Session
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10:30 - 11:00 AM Grand	Break in the Exhibitor MarketPlace
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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12:00 - 1:30 PM Grand

Luncheon in Exhibitor Marketplace

12:00 - 1:30 PM Ocean

Legislative Committee Meeting (Lunch Provided)

Have you ever had an interest in government? Have you ever wondered how a bill is passed into law? Do you have an interest in helping to get laws changed in the industry? If so, the legislative committee may be right for you! The NCBFFA legislative committee is actively seeking new members to join, and we are looking for dedicated individuals that are committed to the cause and assist with issues such as the Customs Business Fairness Act HR2261. This group is committed to helping shape the future of our industry! Please stop by if you are interested during lunch on Tuesday.

1:30 - 5:00 PM  Clearwater	Session
	Attention ACE Portal Users
	Precis: Do you use the ACE Portal and find its functionality challenging? If you do, then you should participate in one of the eight ACE Portal Training Sessions we have scheduled during the NCBFAA Annual Conference. Running from 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16th, and Wednesday, April 17th, these 30-minute first-come, first-served sessions are only being offered to fully registered attendees. This is your chance to ask CBP Portal experts for help in addressing any of your challenges with the Portal. Registrations are limited to on-site only; no pre-arrival registrations will be taken, and participants must provide their own devices.
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1:30 - 2:15 PM Caribbean	Session
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2:15 - 3:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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3:00 - 3:30 PM Grand	Final Break & Raffles in Exhibitor MarketPlace
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3:30 - 5:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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4:00 - 6:00 PM Palm Terrace	NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
	Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group

5:00 PM

Closing Announcements

7:00 - 10:00 PM Ocean	The 51st NCBFAA Annual Conference Dinner Dance: Tuesday Night Fever - A Disco Dinner Dance
	Get ready to groove in your platforms and bellbottoms as we step back into the disco era.
	Co-Sponsored By:
	Avalon Risk Management CoAction Specialty Insurance Group, Inc.

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Wednesday, April 17^th

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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Caribbean Registration Desk	NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
	Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine Brokerage, Ltd.

7:00 - 8:00 AM Grand	NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast
	(Tables will be reserved for speakers)

7:00 - 8:00 AM Grand

Breakfast Buffet in the Grand Ballroom

8:00 - 8:45 AM Caribbean	Session
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8:45 - 9:30 AM Caribbean	Session
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9:30 - 10:15 AM Caribbean	Session
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10:15 - 10:30 AM Caribbean Foyer	Morning Session Break
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10:30 - 11:30 AM Caribbean	Session
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11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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12:00 - 1:30 PM Grand	Lunch
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	Sponsored by: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

1:30 - 5:00 PM Clearwater	ACE Portal Training Sessions
	Attention ACE Portal Users
	Precis: Do you use the ACE Portal and find its functionality challenging? If you do, then you should participate in one of the eight ACE Portal Training Sessions we have scheduled during the NCBFAA Annual Conference. Running from 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16th, and Wednesday, April 17th, these 30-minute first-come, first-served sessions are only being offered to fully registered attendees. This is your chance to ask CBP Portal experts for help in addressing any of your challenges with the Portal. Registrations are limited to on-site only; no pre-arrival registrations will be taken, and participants must provide their own devices.
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1:30 - 2:15 PM Caribbean	Session
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2:15 - 3:00 PM Caribbean	Session
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3:00 - 3:45 PM Caribbean	Session
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3:45 - 4:00 PM Caribbean Foyer	Afternoon Session Break
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3:45 - 4:15 PM Palm Terrace	NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
	Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group

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5:00 PM

Closing Announcements

5:00 - 6:30 PM Palm Terrace	NCBFAA Outdoor Hospitality Gathering
	Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group

6:30 - 8:30 PM Grand	Closing Reception, Keynote Address & Special Recognition Awards
	This year we will be honoring NCBFAA's NEI Marketing Director, Federico "Kiko" Zuniga, with the highest honor we can bestow: the NCBFAA Centurion Award.
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