VISION. STRATEGY. ACTION. CHARLOTTE CONVENTION CENTER, NC MAY 21 - 24, 2023
WELCOME TO NPF 2023
This year, we’re heading straightaway to Charlotte, NC, America’s “Queen City...where the spirit of winning reigns! We’ll be mapping out the very latest in USPS’s vision, strategy and plans of action in Delivering for America, setting our sights on stability, sustainability and service excellence far into the future. Come join us at NPF 2023, and get ready for Mailing & Shipping’s fastest route for delivering success to your business. And you!
A COMPLETE PACKAGE OF PROGRAMS, SOLUTIONS AND INITIATIVES AWAIT.
• USPS Exclusive Sessions
• Education Workshops
• Largest Industry Expo
• Special Networking Events
• And More!
May 21-24, 2023
Charlotte Convention Center 501 S College Street Charlotte, NC 28202
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Charlotte Attractions ........................ 6 Itinerary ....................................................... 8 Networking Events .......................... 10 Exclusively USPS ................................. 11 Education ................................................. 12 Sponsors and Partnership .......... 13 Registration ............................................ 14
EXPLORE, RELAX, GIVE BACK! ENHANCE YOUR NPF EXPERIENCE IN CHARLOTTE.
After a day of absorbing innovative perspectives and learning next-level strategies take time to relax and enjoy Charlotte. Here are some top attractions to consider...all within walking distance of the Convention Center.
WORLD-CLASS CUISINE AND SPIRITED HOT-SPOTS
From Ethiopian to Italian, Charlotte is full of authentic and fine cuisine from a variety of coveted world-class restaurants. What’s more, if your interest is to find that go-to beverage of choice, you’ll discover plenty of spirited destinations to pour perfectly curated concoctions.
THE GREEN
Looking to take a fast break, take in fresh air and green surroundings? Only minutes from the Convention Center, The Green is a common park area in Uptown Charlotte known for hanging out, relaxing in the shade, or taking in a book. With plenty of restaurants and shops nearby there are plenty of welcoming attractions to consider.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY –HOME BUILD
Saturday, May 20 from 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, the NPF and sponsor The Berkshire Company, along with 25 volunteers will spend the day giving back for a deserving Charlotte area family. Together, they’ll help construct a home for a family who cannot find affordable options. Volunteer by pre-registering at NPF.org. NPF will assign the first 25 volunteers. There is a $25 non-refundable fee to participate in this giving event. All fees collected will be donated to the Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte. Roundtrip transportation and lunch will be provided by NPF.
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PLAN YOUR NPF EXPERIENCE
SUNDAY, MAY 21
NPF WELCOME RECEPTION
Join the official NPF 2023 Welcome Reception. Reconnect with friends and colleagues, meet new like-
MONDAY, MAY 22
PMG KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Don’t miss Postmaster General Louis DeJoy as he delivers his remarks centered around the DeliveringforAmerica plan. Attendees will be updated on progress to dramatically improve on-time delivery, USPS financial sustainability and strategies underway to improve the delivery network, including priorities to position USPS,
TRANSFORMATION AT THE USPS
Join the USPS Executive Leadership Team and Officers as they highlight how service and product offerings will capitalize on USPS changes. Learn the goals of network redesign, the integration of new products and services and how this all adds to future growth for you.
LUNCHEON
NPF attendees with Wednesday privileges are invited to attend a special seated luncheon that honors best in class USPS partnerships from across all postal areas and concludes with special guest speaker Robyn Benincasa –founder of World Class Teams, she’ll share insights and anecdotes that will inspire us all.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM General Session: PMG – Keynote Address 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Period 11 Workshops 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Period 12 Workshops and PMG Town Hall Meeting 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Period 13 Workshops 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM NPF Partnership Luncheon 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM Period 14 Workshops 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Period 15 Workshops 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Closing Event – NASCAR Hall of Fame 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM General Session: Implementing the Transformation at the USPS 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Exclusive Exhibit Hall Time 9:30 AM -5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Period 8 Workshops 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Period 9 Workshops 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM Period 10 Workshops 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Reception NATIONAL POSTAL FORUM, MAY 21-24, 2023 8
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FOSTER INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS AND BUILD YOUR COMMUNITY!
NPF attendees will have the opportunity to engage with like-minded mailing and shipping professionals and participate in extraordinary collaborations. Whether you’re an experienced industry mentor or new to mailing and shipping, take advantage of NPF’s target-rich networking events to strengthen and grow your individual business networks. And, while you’re at it, enjoy the festivities.
NPF WELCOME RECEPTION
Sunday, May 21 (5:30 PM-7:00 PM)
POSTAL CUSTOMER COUNCIL (PCC) RECEPTION
Monday, May 22 (5:30 PM-7:00 PM)
EXHIBIT HALL RECEPTION
Tuesday, May 23 (4:00 PM-5:30 PM)
NPF PARTNERSHIP LUNCHEON
Wednesday, May 24 (12:00 PM-2:00 PM)
PEER-TO-PEER ROUNDTABLES
Day and Time TBA
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NPF CLOSING EVENT –NASCAR HALL OF FAME
PMG – KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Monday, May 22 (8:00 AM-9:30 AM)
Louis DeJoy – Postmaster General of the United States – will deliver remarks centered around the Delivering for America plan, for putting USPS on a positive trajectory with new opportunities for the mailing and shipping industry. The Postmaster General will update attendees on the progress to dramatically improve on-time delivery, the road to USPS financial sustainability and the multitude of strategies underway to change and improve the USPS delivery network. This engaging talk will showcase some of the organization’s highlights over the past several months, and the upcoming priorities to position USPS, and its customers, well for the future.
EXCLUSIVELY POSTAL. NOWHERE ELSE WILL ATTENDEES HAVE ACCESS TO USPS EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP!
The USPS Executive Leadership Team offers NPF attendees an exclusive and unique perspective on some of the most important issues, changes and innovative ideas facing the industry today. Hear first-hand and learn from key postal leaders about topics that will guide the entire mailing and shipping industry.
TUESDAY GENERAL SESSION – IMPLEMENTING THE TRANSFORMATION AT USPS
Tuesday, May 23 (8:00 AM-9:00 AM)
PMG TOWN HALL MEETING
Wednesday, May 24 (9:15 AM-10:15 AM)
USPS EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP | Officer Presentations
Tuesday, May 23 (4:00 PM-5:30 PM)
• TRANSFORMING THE CUSTOMER SHIPPING EXPERIENCE
• ENSURING SUPPLY CHAIN AVAILABILITY – SUPPORTING THE MISSION OF THE POSTAL SERVICE
• SUSTAINING OUR FUTURE: PRICING & PRODUCT STRATEGIES
• EXECUTING OUR STRATEGY WITH PRECISION AND A CLEAR VISION: OUR FUTURE PROCESSINGNETWORK
• MAIL AND DIGITAL INTEGRATION IN THE WORLD OF OMNICHANNEL MARKETING
• LEARN HOW THE POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE PROTECTS YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS
• PARTNERSHIP WITH THE USPS — OUR EVOLUTION AND HOW OUR THIRD-PARTY TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS SUPPLIERS SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATE THE CHANGES AHEAD
• FROM THE DOCK TO THE DOOR: BEYOND DELIVERY
• USPS SHIPPING SOLUTIONS: POWERFUL PRODUCTS, NEW SOLUTIONS, POWERED BY OUR TRANSFORMING NETWORK
• DIRECT MAIL IN A DIGITAL WORLD
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EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS DESIGNED FOR YOUR SUCCESS
Attendees will have access to 100+ educational workshops that will translate into best practices and cost-effective ways of doing business. The following tracks were designed exclusively for the mailing and shipping professional to offer a variety of workshops that will help better navigate the future and increase the opportunity of success.
DATA, TECHNOLOGY AND VISIBILITY (20 workshops)
LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (14 workshops)
MAILING SOLUTIONS (23 workshops)
MAILING / SHIPPING PREP AND ENTRY (31 workshops)
SHIPPING SOLUTIONS (15 workshops)
EARN PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION ONSITE AT NPF!
The NPF 2023 Certification Program offers an exclusive opportunity for attendees to increase their professional skill set and commitment to ongoing education. In cooperation with USPS, the NPF is offering attendees three specialized training courses. Choose the course that meets your professional objectives and earn special certification when you attend NPF.
• MAIL DESIGN PROFESSIONAL (MDP) COURSE –Earn Official USPS Certification ($95 course fee due at registration)
• THE DIRECT MARKETING COURSE –Earn Official USPS Certification
• MAIL CENTER MANAGER COURSE –Earn Official NPF Certification
For more workshop and certification class details go to NPF.org
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners that help make NPF 2023 a reality. If your company seeks NPF partnership opportunities, please contact: Mary Guthrie, 703-293-2313, mguthrie@npf.org
Accenture
AccuZip, Inc.
Adobe
ALG Worldwide Logistics
Amsive
Anchor Software, LLC
Association for Postal Commerce (PostCom)
Assurety Consulting & Solutions, Inc.
Auctane
BCC Software
BlueCrest
Book Your Data
Booz Allen Hamilton
BoxNearby
Canon Solutions America, Inc.
CapStone Technologies
CDW Government, LLC
Certified Mailing Solutions
Cenveo
Click2Mail.com
Complete Mailing Lists
CompX Security Products
Confirm Delivery, an EII Company
Confluent
CPT Intelligent Technologies, Inc.
CSG
DatabaseUSA
Delivery Technology Advocacy Council (DTAC)
Dell Technologies
Diamond Envelope Corporation
Digital Print, Inc.
Digitalized Software
DirectMail2.0
Direct Mail Depot, Inc.
Direct Marketing Solutions
Double Envelope
EAM-MOSCA Corporation
EasyPost
EcoMail
ECS
Elastic Engineering Innovation, Inc.
Enru Logistics and Optimization
EnvyPak
eProductivity Software
EPS US, LLC
Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.)
F|Staff
FastMail Direct
Firstlogic Solutions, LLC
FlagShip Software
Florence Corporation
FP Mailing Solutions
Freedom
Fidelis Cybersecurity
Gable
GAPCO (Gulf Atlantic Packaging Corporation)
General Dynamics Information Technology
Google Cloud
GovCIO
GrayHair
GrandShipper
Guidehouse
ICS
IPMA
Integrity Express Logistics
Intelisent
Inteligent Audit
International Bridge, Inc.
International Delivery Solutions
International Mailers Advisory Group (IMAG)
Kenmore Envelope
Kern, Inc.
Kirk-Rudy
Koerber
KP Corp
Lenovo
Linemods, Inc.
Lorton Data, Inc.
LSC Communications
MagnetStreet
Mailers Hub
Mailers Technical Advisory Committee (MTAC)
Mailing Systems Technology Magazine
mailing.com
MAR
Matrix Label
MCS, Inc.
Melissa Microsoft
Midwest Direct Modular Millwork
National Association of Colleges and University Mail Services (NACUMS)
National Association of Presort Mailers (NAPM)
Nimbio Labs, Inc.
NPI
OnTrac
OPEX Corporation
Orange EV
OSM Worldwide
Package Shippers Association
Parcel
Parkland Direct Peraton
Pitney Bowes, Inc.
PCI
Planate Management Group
Postal Customer Council
Postalgia
Postal Product Unlimited
Postal Source
Pratt Retail
PRINTING United Alliance
Quadient
Research International
Red Hat
Royal Alliances
RRD
Salsbury Industries
Scentisphere
SCLogic
ServiceNow
Shippo
ShipShapes
Smiths Detection
SnailWorks
Southeastern
Specialty Print Communications
Splunk
SSI
Streamworks
Summit Direct Mail, Inc.
SupremeX, Inc.
TEC Mailing Solutions LLC
Tension Corporation
TForce Logistics
The Berkshire Company
The Magnet Group
T-Mobile
TRAFFIX
Tritek Systems, Inc.
TZ
United Business Mail
Univenture, Inc.
U-PIC Shipping Insurance
United States Postal Inspection Service
US Postal Service
USPS Retail Station
USPS Supplier Outreach
USPS Sustainability
Valpak
Victory Packaging
Vitronic Machine Vision Ltd.
Whittier Mailing Products
Wilmer
WIPOTEC-OCS, Inc.
World Wide Technology
Zebra Technologies
Zonos
Zscaler
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