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50th NCBFAA Annual Conference Schedule

Program Sponsored by: 

  EPIC IB&C Logo & Tokio Marine HCC Logo
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Click here for the 2023 Annual Conference Program Summary.


Pre-Conference Meetings:

Friday, April 21st

3:00 - 5:00 PM
Grand Ballroom B		NEI Meeting
5:30 - 8:00 PM
Grand Ballroom A		APN Meeting (Regular Members Only)
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Saturday, April 22nd

8:00 - 9:00 AM
Grand Ballroom AB		RAC (Regular Members Only)
9:00 - 11:30 AM
Grand Ballroom AB		Transportation Committee (Regular Members Only)
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Grand Ballroom AB		Customs Committee (Regular Members Only)
2:00 - 5:30 PM
Grand Ballroom C		Board of Directors (Regular Members Only)
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Waterbury		Sponsor Appreciation Reception (Invitation Only; All Sponsors & Their Invited Guests)
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Conference Meetings:

Sunday April 23rd

Program Sponsored by: 
  EPIC IB&C Logo & Tokio Marine HCC Logo
7:15 AMBus departs Sheraton New Orleans Hotel to Golf Course
8:00 - 8:15 AMGolf Tournament Registration
 Co-Sponsored by:
 
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM 
Lakewood Golf Club		Golf Tournament (Additional Cost - $125)
Golf Outing Flyer

Co-Sponsored by:

 Bus departs Golf Course at 2:00 p.m. to Sheraton New Orleans Hotel


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9:00 - 11:00 AMNew Orleans VIP City Tour (Additional Cost - $60)
 The New Orleans VIP City Tour will pick you up for an air-conditioned tour ride to some of the most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks in New Orleans. Tour stops include the French Quarter, Tremé, the Garden District, historic cemeteries, City Park, the 9th Ward, and Lake Pontchartrain.
1:00 - 8:00 PM
Napoleon Registration Desk		NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
 Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Lagniappe		NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
Roanoke - Hospitality Invite 2023Sponsored by: Roanoke Insurance Group
6:00 - 7:00 PM 
Maurepas Room (3rd floor)		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.
 Co-Sponsored by: 
 
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.
 Co-Sponsored by: 
 
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Armstrong		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 2023 Annual Conference.
 Co-Sponsored by: 
 
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Monday, April 24th

Program Sponsored by:
  EPIC IB&C Logo &  Tokio Marine HCC Logo
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Napoleon Registration Desk		NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
 Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine
8:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		Exhibitor MarketPlace Reopens
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace
 (Tables will be reserved for speakers)
8:00 - 10:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace
9:00 - 11:30 AM
Napoleon C-D		NCBFAA 2023 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 Ballroom		Break in the Exhibitor MarketPlace
 Sponsored by: PayCargo, LLC
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Napoleon A-B		Lunch
 Sponsored by: Affiliated Presidents Network (APN)
 Keynote Speaker: Kevin McGrath, Security Expert & Crisis Management Consultant
 Introduction:  Jose D. Gonzalez, NCBFAA President, Jose D. Gonzalez CHB
 NCBFAA 2023 Scholarship Presentations
 Winner: Robert Whitley
Introduced by: Len James, NCBFAA Annual Conference Chair, John S. James Co.
Presented by: Karen Groff, President, Roanoke Insurance Group
Sponsored by: Roanoke Insurance Group
 Winner: Elizabeth Hill
Introduced by: Len James, NCBFAA Annual Conference Chair, John S. James Co.
Presented by: Damien Stile, Chief Operating Officer,  Alba Wheels Up International, Inc.
Sponsored by: Alba Wheels Up
 NCBFAA CCS Award Presentation
 Winners: Jeremy Harn, Livingston International, Inc.
Introduced by: Cynthia Whittenburg, NEI Executive Vice President, NCBFAA
Presented by: Bill Todd, Business Development Executive, CargoWise
Sponsored by: CargoWise
 NCBFAA CES Award Presentation
 Winner: George Joubran, DHL Express (USA) Inc.
Introduced by: Cynthia Whittenburg, NEI Executive Vice President, NCBFAA
Presented by: Kimberly Wakeman, Vice President, Regional Operations & Government Affairs,  Avalon Risk Management
Sponsored by: Avalon Risk Management
1:30 - 2:00 PM
Grand Ballroom		Dessert in Exhibitor MarketPlace
 Sponsored by:
2:00 - 4:30 PMExhibitor MarketPlace Closes (Reopens at 4:30 PM)
2:00 - 3:30 PM
Napoleon C-D		RAC Town Hall
 Precis: Join the RAC Committee and PGA representatives to discuss the most recent PGA challenges that will effect your company and your clients. Bring your questions and concerns to this open forum. Let some of the industry's most experienced PGA experts bring you up to date on the latest items of interest.
 Panelists:
 
  • Kristin Tensuan, Assistant Director, Trade Systems Division, USDA National Organic Program
  • Sabrina Keller, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
  • Erin Otto, National Policy Manager, U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service
 Moderator: 
 
  • Mike Lahar, NCBFAA Regulatory Agencies Committee (RAC) Chair, A.N. Deringer, Inc.
3:30 - 4:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		The Future of Air Cargo:  “The downside of passivity is too great to ignore”
 Precis: Safeguarding the future of Air Cargo and its economic importance and critical need for investment. Come hear how YOU can help safeguard the future of air cargo.
 Panelist:
 
  • Dayna Harap, Vice President, Business Development, Direct Expedite LLC
  • Tom Marzano, EVP of Operations, Alba Wheels Up International, Inc.
  • Nicole Bivens Collinson, NCBFAA Legislative Advisor, President -  International Trade and Government Relations, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
 Moderator:
 
  • Donna Mullins, NCBFAA Airfreight Subcommittee Chair, President/CEO, Mullins International Solutions, Vice President, Kale Info Solutions (USA)
4:00 - 4:30 PM
Napoleon C-D

Broker Audit - What to Expect as Broker Modernization Unfolds

 Precis: A discussion on how regulatory audit will look at brokers with the changes in 19 CFR 111. A presentation on what to expect over this year with advice on how to prepare for a Customs audit.  
 Panelist: 
 
  • Kevin Bridgford, Field Director - Office of Trade Regulatory Audit and Agency Advisory Services, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
 Moderator: 
 
  • Dan Meylor, NCBFAA Customs Committee Member, Director - Customs Administration & Compliance, Carmichael International Service
4:30 - 5:15 PM
Napoleon C-D		Cyber Panel
 Precis: We have all read the headlines, large and small logistics companies are being hit with cyber security attacks for various reasons – ransomware demands, looking for client business information, or other data to sell. To understand the critical information and ways to protect yourself, we will hear from noted Cyber Security expert Chris Hetner on the current cyber threats and environment issues. To understand the responsibilities of customs brokers and freight forwarders, Kyle Griffin, CBP Office of Trade will address the government concerns and outline reporting responsibilities. Finally, Ralph De La Rosa will outline what customs brokers and freight forwarders will need to prepare for business resumption.
 Panelist:
 
  • Chris Hetner, Board Member - TCIG, Senior Advisor - The Chertoff Group, Chair Cybersecurity and Privacy - Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence, Cyber Risk Advisor - NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), National Board Member - Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
  • Kyle Griffin, Branch Chief - Trade Modernization, Trade Policy and Programs, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Ralph De La Rosa, NCBFAA Customs Committee Vice Chair, President/CEO, Imperial Freight Brokers
 Moderator:
 
  • Cindy Allen, VP Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage
4:30 - 6:30 PMExhibitor MarketPlace Reopens
4:30 - 6:30 PM
Maurepas		NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering in Exhibitor MaketPlace
Roanoke - Hospitality Invite 2023Sponsored by: Roanoke Insurance Group
5:15 PMClosing Announcements
6:45 - 9:30 PMDinner on Your Own
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Tuesday, April 25th

Program Sponsored by:
  EPIC IB&C Logo &  Tokio Marine HCC Logo
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Napoleon Registration Desk		NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
 Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast in Exhibitor MarketPlace
 (Tables will be reserved for speakers)
7:00 - 9:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		Breakfast Buffet in Exhibitor MarketPlace
8:00 - 8:30 AM
Napoleon C-D		Trade Procedures into Mexico
 Precis: When our clients ask us to move merchandise destined for Mexico, there is a great deal of uncertainty about the requirements and process involved. In a joint collaboration between the NCBFAA Educational Institute and the Mexican Brokers National Association CAAAREM, we have developed a course which explains the process and responsibilities of all parties involved. This session will go over the highlights of this course.
 Panelists:
 
  • Carlos Martínez, Vice President, North America Affairs Commission,  Mexican Brokers National Association CAAAREM
  • Eduardo "Lalo" Acosta, NCBFAA Government Affairs Conference Committee Chair, Vice President, Richard L. Jones Customhouse Brokers, Inc., President, Pacific Coast Council (PCC) of Customs brokers
  • Robert Morris, President, Laredo Licensed U.S. Customs Brokers Association, Inc., Vice President, Daniel B. Hastings, Inc.
 Moderator: 
 
8:30 - 9:00 AM
Napoleon C-D		Learn from the Past, Live in the Present, Prepare for the Future: Brokers & Forwarders Through the Decades
 Precis: The logistics industry has changed drastically over the past five decades. From the introduction of new technology to changing regulations, it has been a wild ride! Our panelists will take you on a journey through time from 1973 through present day, as they review 50 years of challenges and how they’ve impacted trade and transportation. They’ll explore how these challenges have transformed the industry and what to expect in the future.
 Panelists:
 
  • Mike Brown, President/CEO,  Avalon Risk Management
  • Laurie Arnold, NCBFAA Board Treasurer, Vice President Compliance, JAS Forwarding USA Inc.
 Moderator:
 
  • Kimberly Wakeman, Vice President, Regional Operations & Government Affairs,  Avalon Risk Management
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Napoleon C-D		Life Beyond the Entry Filing
 Precis: Post Entry, Voluntary Tender, Post Summary Corrections, 520 D, Drawback, Protest, Reconciliation, Prior Disclosure, Liquidation Extension/Suspension. What to consider when filing post-entry.
 Panelists: 
 
 Moderator: 
 
  • Michael Cerny, NCBFAA Drawback Committee Chair, Chief Legal Officer, Charter Brokerage, Charter Brokerage LLC
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Napoleon C-D		Modernized ACE Portal and 111 Regulations - How to ensure you are using the Portal correctly to comply with new 111 Regulations
 Precis: New Broker Regulations' reliance on the Modernized ACE Portal. How to enter and manage data to the ACE Portal to comply with 111 Regulations. Reports to consider to demonstrate supervision and control. Ensuring proper security settings are placed in the portal to protect personal identifying information.
 Panelists: 
 
  • Carlos R. Rodriguez, Information Technology Specialist, Trade Transformation Office / Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Jeannine Delgado, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Gail Kan, Acting Deputy Executive Director, TPP, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection 
 Moderator:
 
  • Sandra Langford-Coty, NCBFAA Customs Committee Chair, Director Operational Development, A.N. Deringer, Inc.
10:30 - 11:00 AM
Grand Ballroom		Break in the Exhibitor MarketPlace
 Sponsored by: PayCargo, LLC
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		La Junta
 Precis: Our annual meeting to review Southern Border crossing issues, both North and South, and discuss actionable items.
 Panelists:
 
 Moderator:
 
  • Neto Roser, Director CBP Customs Compliance, Roser & Cowen Logistical Customs Services, Ltd
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Grand Ballroom		Luncheon in Exhibitor Marketplace
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Napoleon A1, 2, 3		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 
Oak Alley (4th Floor)		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 25th, and Wednesday, April 26th, 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.
 Panelists: 
 
1:30 - 2:15 PM
Napoleon C-D		The Impact of Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) and Federal Maritime Commission Issues Effecting the NVOCC Industry
 Precis: This panel will address impacts on the NVOCC industry regarding OSRA, Detention and Demurrage, Charge Compliance, National Shipper Advisory Committee (NSAC) recommendations and updates.
 Panelists:
 
  • Rich Roche, NCBFAA Transportation Committee Vice Chair,  Mohawk Global Logistics
  • Gabe Rodriguez, President, A Customs Brokerage
 Moderator: 
 
  • Brandon Carroll, Regional Director - Global Transportation, Mallory Alexander International Logistics, LLC
2:15 - 3:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		Your Business Beyond Brokerage & Forwarding
 Precis: In this panel we will explore aspects of our business beyond the basic freight and customs. We will discuss how we can better leverage artificial intelligence and other modern technology, people and business management, and social media tools to further our business goals.
 Panelists:
 
  • Nisarg Mehta, Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder, Raft
  • Yendi Valdes, Social Media Manager, Strategy & Content Creator, Owner, Doxie Digital Media, Digital Strategy and Communications officer, the Knight Foundation
  • Gary Adams, NCBFAA National Payroll Account Manager, Strategic Account Manager, Paychex
  • Rocky Czerwinski, NCBFAA Strategic HR Service Sales Consultant, HR Sales Consultant, Paychex
 Moderator:
 
  • Tom Gould, VP - Global Customs, Flexport Customs LLC
3:00 - 3:30 PM
Grand Ballroom		Final Break & Raffles in Exhibitor MarketPlace
 Sponsored by: PayCargo, LLC
3:30 - 5:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		CBP/Census/BIS Export Initiative
 Precis: With the recent changes in export regulations, increased focus on enforcement, and the policy changes anticipated in the coming year, this panel is exactly what forwarders need.  Join us as we dive into recent export regulatory actions, guidance and best practices for forwarders, enforcement, and future regulatory actions with Customs and Border Protection, Bureau of Industry and Security, and U.S. Census. Topics of discussion include the vehicle export process, Electronic Export Manifest, enforcement trends, common gaps in forwarder compliance, and more!
 Panelist: 
 
  • Donna Kavanaugh (Remote), Compliance Manager,  A.N. Deringer, Inc.
  • Omari Wooden, Assistant Division Chief, U. S. Census Bureau
  • Armando Taboada, Assistant Director Field Operations - Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Brian Semeraro, Supervisory CBP Officer - Branch Chief, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Teresa Telesco, Assistant Director for International Operations, Bureau of Industry and Security
 Moderator: 
 
  • Kim Calicott, Export Compliance Manager, Mallory Alexander International Logistics, LLC
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Maurepas		NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
Roanoke - Hospitality Invite 2023Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group
5:00 PMClosing Announcements
7:00 - 10:00 PM
Grand Ballroom C		The 50th NCBFAA Annual Conference Golden Jubilee Dinner Dance
Avalon Dinner inviteDress up (black-tie optional) and join us for an elegant evening of dinner, dancing, and celebration.
 Co-Sponsored By: 
 
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Wednesday, April 26th

Program Sponsored by:
  EPIC IB&C Logo &  Tokio Marine HCC Logo
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Napoleon Registration Desk		NCBFAA Registration Desk/Information Center
 Sponsored by: International Bond & Marine
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Napoleon A-B		NCBFAA Speakers' Breakfast 
 (Tables will be reserved for speakers)
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Napoleon A-B
Breakfast Buffet in Napoleon Foyer
8:00 - 8:45 AM
Napoleon C-D		CBP Overview of Open Pilots: How to Participate & What They Entail
 Precis: CBP has recently initiated or extended several pilot programs that impact the brokerage and forwarding community. Our panelists will explain the program details for the Global Business Identifier, the expansion of Section 321, Steel and Pipeline Commodities, and Ocean House Bill AMS Simplification. The panel will discuss each of these pilot programs and the impact to their companies.
 Panelists: 
 
  • Amy Magnus, NCBFAA Senior Counselor, A.N. Deringer, Inc.
  • Adam Lees, NCBFAA Area 3 Board Representative, Geodis USA
  • Stuart Schmidt, Manager, Trade Compliance, UPS Supply Chain Solutions
 Moderator: 
 
  • Dave Corn, NCBFAA Area 2 Board Representative, Comstock & Theakston, Inc.
8:45 - 9:30 AM
Napoleon C-D		Continuing Education for Licensed Brokers
 Precis: Are you ready for the continuing education requirements for Licensed US Customs Brokers? As we inch closer to the mandatory requirements around continuing education, learn how some companies are preparing for the change in regulations.
 Panelists:
 
  • Jenette Prince, NCBFAA PAC Committee Chair, NEI Content Committee Chair, Director US Trade Control - Imports, Kuehne + Nagel, Inc., President, Florida Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association (FCBF)
  • Carie Samuel, VP of Regulatory Compliance, Ascent Global Logistics
  • Thayne Worsley, Managing Director, FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage
 Moderator:
 
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Napoleon C-D		FMC Commissioner Max Vekich
 Precis: FMC Commissioner Max Vekich will speak to us on important topics such as current FMC data initiatives, any changes to the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, and other timely subjects.
 Panelists:
 
 Moderator: 
 
  • Ashley Craig, NCBFAA Transportation Counsel, Partner and Co-Chair - International Trade and Logistics Group, Venable LLP
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Napoleon Foyer		Morning Session Break
 Sponsored by: PayCargo, LLC
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Napoleon C-D		Running Your Business Under Modernized 111 Regulations with Responsible Supervision and Control
 Precis: Recent changes to the broker regulations introduced the concept of a Responsible Supervision and Control plan. Even if you are not required to present one, should you develop one for internal uses and what would it contain?  The responsible supervision and control criteria were also expanded to include tests of broker behavior regarding timeliness and communications. How can you implement sufficient internal controls to support your compliance with EACH of the supervision criteria and what tools may help? What kind of variety will CBP expect?
 Panelists:
 
  • Lenny Feldman, NCBFAA General & Customs Counsel, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
  • Michelle Francis, NCBFAA Membership Committee Chair, President, Boston Custom Brokers & Freight Forwarders Association (BCBFFA), Vice President, Magic Customs Brokers, Inc.
  • Cindy Allen, VP Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage
 Moderator:
 
  • Mary Jo Muoio, NCBFAA Customs Committee Chair Emeritus, INLT Inc.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		Best Practices for Managing Risk – New Broker Regulations and Other CBP Actions
 Precis: The recent changes to 19CFR§111 have posed additional risks to the customs broker industry. CBP’s enforcement initiatives, such as additional bond requirements, bond claims and forced labor, also have an impact on the industry. Attend this session to learn about insurance and surety solutions to mitigate those risks.
 Panelists:
 
  • Amy Magnus, NCBFAA Senior Counselor, A.N. Deringer, Inc.
  • Lenny Feldman, NCBFAA General & Customs Counsel, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
  • Patrice Lafayette, Vice President, Roanoke Insurance Group
 Moderator: 
 
  • Colleen Clarke, SVP, Surety & Trade Relations, Roanoke Insurance Group Inc.
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Napoleon A-B		Lunch
 Keynote Speaker: Acting Commissioner Troy Miller, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
 Sponsored by: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
1:30 - 5:00 PM
Oak Alley (4th Floor)		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 25th, and Wednesday, April 26th, 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.
 Panelists: 
 
1:30 - 2:15 PM
Napoleon C-D		State of CBP: Meet new CBP Leadership and receive an update from CBP on Priority Trade Issues
 Precis: Meet new CBP Leadership and receive an update from CBP on Priority Trade Issues, including Forced Labor, Cargo Release and Security.
 Panelists: 
 
  • Diann Rodriguez, Acting Executive Director - Cargo and Conveyance Security, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Gail Kan, Acting Deputy Executive Director, TPP, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Brad Slutsky, Director - Cargo and Conveyance Security, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Brian Hoxie, Director - Forced Labor Division (Acting), Trade Remedy Law Enforcement Directorate, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
 Moderator: 
 
  • Kristi App, NCBFAA Board Secretary, Vice President – Business Development & Customer Service, J. W. Allen & Company, Inc.
2:15 - 3:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		FDA: Part of Our Lives
 Precis: Come for an up-to-date overview of all things FDA. From COVID to the FDA New Era of Smarter Food Safety Program, the FDA has become a regular part of our daily work and home life. Hear an update of old and new programs alike from the agency that has such far reaching impacts.
 Panelists: 
 
  • Dan Solis, Assistant Commissioner for Import Operations, U.S. Food & Drug Administration
 Moderator: 
 
3:00 - 3:45 PM
Napoleon C-D		21st Century Customs Framework: What is the Status of this Concept and What Will It Mean to Your Business?
 Precis: CBP is developing a whole new approach to the entry process. It will bring in more information earlier in the shipping process from new players in entry data. A discussion about who the new players will be, how they will contribute, and where brokers fit into the new program. New legislation and regulations will be needed to move it forward. Current ACE will not be able to service the new framework. This panel will include a discussion on ACE 2.0, its progress and expectations.
 Panelist:
 
  • Nicole Bivens Collinson, NCBFAA Legislative Advisor, President -  International Trade and Government Relations, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
  • Gail Kan, Acting Deputy Executive Director, TPP, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Vincent Iacopella, Executive Vice President Growth and Strategy, Alba Wheels Up International, Inc.
  • Garrett Wright, Director - Trade Modernization Office, Office of Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
 Moderator:
 
  • Victoria Lane, NCBFAA Board Vice President, Vice President of Corporate Compliance, Coppersmith Global Logistics
3:45 - 4:00 PM
Napoleon Foyer		Afternoon Session Break
 Sponsored by: PayCargo, LLC
3:45 - 4:15 PM
Maurepas		NCBFAA Hospitality Gathering
Roanoke - Hospitality Invite 2023Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Napoleon C-D		Supply Chain Congestion - Where are we now?
 Precis: Lessons learned by the White House Port Envoy's office and the port community on supply chain congestion and disruption; what actions, investments and data initiatives both the public and private sector need to take in order to minimize future occurrences.
 Panelists:
 
  • General Stephen Lyons, WH Port and Supply Chain Envoy, U. S. Department of Transportation
  • Michael DiBernardo, Deputy Executive Director - Marketing and Customer Relations, The Port of Los Angeles
  • Flavio Batista, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Georgia Ports Authority
 Moderator:
 
  • Rich Roche, NCBFAA Transportation Committee Vice Chair, SVP, Mohawk Global Logistics
5:00 PMClosing Announcements
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Maurepas		NCBFAA Outdoor Hospitality Gathering
Roanoke - Hospitality Invite 2023Sponsored By: Roanoke Insurance Group
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Napoleon A-B		Closing Reception, Keynote Address & Special Recognition Awards
 This year we will be honoring longtime NCBFAA Customs Committee Chair Mary Jo Muoio with the highest honor we can bestow: the NCBFAA Centurion Award.
 Sponsored by: Louisiana Maritime International Chamber of Commerce Inc.
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