NAFTZ Spring Seminar 2026 (May 17-19)
NAFTZ Spring Seminar 2026 (May 17-19)
Sunday, May 17, 2026 12:00 AM - Tuesday, May 19, 2026 12:00 AM (EDT)
Description
Join us for the NAFTZ Spring Seminar May 15-19, 2026 in Portland, ME! Hear from Trade experts at this Sunday thru Tuesday event featuring speakers, panelists and specialized sessions for Operator/Users, Grantees, Consultants, Advanced Professionals and those new to the industry. Topics are adjusted each year in order to address current issues and trends in the FTZ community. Sessions at the seminar include speeches, panel discussions, and thought-provoking Q&A sessions with government officials and industry experts.
AGENDA
For reference 2025 Agenda (including Grantee, Operator/User, Fundamentals & Advanced professional tracks) - click here The 2026 agenda will be released closer to the event date.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Collect credits towards your Certified Zone Specialist (CZS) or Accredited Zone Specialist (AZS) certification renewal when you attend the LIVE event. NAFTZ is in the process of finalizing the agenda to formally apply for CCS/CES/LCB event credit and will update the website accordingly pending approval. NOTE regarding CCS/CES/LCB credits - per NEI Policy, attendees should NOT detrimentally rely on the content of the activity for compliance, auditing, or other enforcement purposes based on the NEI's accreditation approval. Learn more about the value of each educational credit offered here.
SPONSORSHIP
Spring Seminar sponsorship is the ideal place to display your brand to the top FTZ Professionals. The NAFTZ team is happy to develop customized solutions for your brand - check out the standard sponsorship opportunities as a starting point or contact Victoria Cartwright vcartwright@naftz.org 703-309-6640 for more information about customized branding solutions to align with your goals.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS (host meeting location for NAFTZ Spring Seminar):
Join NAFTZ in the heart of Downtown Portland, ME, the NAFTZ host hotel is The Westin Portland Harborview (157 High Street Portland, ME 04101) is only steps away from dining, restaurants, museums, and attractions.
Book Online ASAP to secure the discount hotel rate of $169/night+service/tax based on availability or call the hotel directly at (207) 775-5411 and reference NAFTZ Spring Seminar May2026 to secure the discount NAFTZ rate. All sleeping rooms shall be subject to an Early Departure Charge equal to one night’s room rate, plus applicable fees, taxes and assessments.
Check out the local James Beard Award Semifinals restaurants and start making your reservations to join us in Portland, ME today.
A limited number of hotel rooms were reserved for the NAFTZ Spring Seminar by the early deadline (or earlier pending availability). Any issues - contact Victoria Cartwright 703-309-6640 ASAP.
Reservations must be booked by April 14, 2025, to secure the discounted rate - based on availability. Be sure to reference the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones (NAFTZ) Spring Seminar to receive the discount rate and NAFTZ Conference exclusive perks.
| 2026 Early Rate by 4/14/26 | 2026 Regular Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Member | $549 | $649 |
| Non-Member | $749 | $849 |
Registrations for Federal Government Agencies involved in the FTZ program, non-profit educational institutions or the Media - contact Victoria Cartwright at vcartwright@naftz.org by April 14, 2026 for registration information and special rates.
All registrants must have NAFTZ membership in their name and fees must be paid prior to the LIVE event - see below for the timeline.
MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: Join NAFTZ in order to qualify for membership discounts.
*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.
PAYMENT
All early rate registrations must be paid in full by the Early Registration Deadline to receive the discounted early rate. If not paid by the deadline, the rate will increase. All registrations must be paid in full at least 2 weeks prior to the event start date. Any new registrations made during the 2-week window prior to the start of the event must be paid in full at the time of registration.
CANCELLATION/REFUNDS
Registration fees are fully refundable for written cancellations received by NAFTZ by the Early Registration Deadline (4/14/26). Cancellations received by the NAFTZ Between April 15 and April 25 will receive a 50% credit for their registration fee toward a future 2025 NAFTZ Meeting. Cancellations received after April 25, 2026 will be responsible for the full registration fee amount due to the NAFTZ and no meeting credits issued.
157 High Street
Portland, ME 04101 United States
Join NAFTZ in the heart of Downtown Portland, ME, the NAFTZ host hotel is The Westin Portland Harborview (157 High Street Portland, ME 04101) is only steps away from dining, restaurants, museums, and attractions.
Book Online ASAP to secure the discount hotel rate of $169/night+service/tax based on availability or call the hotel directly at (207) 775-5411 and reference NAFTZ Spring Seminar May2026 to secure the discount NAFTZ rate.
Check out the local James Beard Award Semifinal restaurants and start making your reservations to join us in Portland, ME today.
Join for Sunday evening reception and educational sessions on Monday and Tuesday.
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