Registration is now open for our 101st Annual Conference hosted by the Port of Longview, Washington USA. Register early and be entered into a drawing to win one of two Amazon gift cards! Be sure to register by Wednesday, May 21st! Learn below about other details on our exciting Annual Conference in Washington on July 20-23, 2014.
Read on about our new APP associate members, Rich Wilson’s departure from the Port of Anchorage, a new shore power system at the Port of Hueneme, ADELTE’s milestone, news at the Port of Longview, and more!
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REGISTER TODAY FOR APP’S ANNUAL CONFERENCE |
APP’s 101st Annual Conference
July 20-23, 2014
Hosted by Port of Longview, Washington USA Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Kelso, Washington
Registration is open for APP’s exciting 101st Annual Conference at the Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center, hosted by the Port of Longview, Washington USA.
Click here to register online now!
As a special incentive to register early, register by Wednesday, May 21st to be entered into a special drawing. You could be one of two lucky winners to receive a $50 Amazon.com gift card!
Learn from expert speakers about timely port issues and trends and enjoy plentiful networking time to learn what’s new and build stronger partnerships with your Pacific port colleagues.
Your companion is also welcome to join you in Washington to experience the exciting activities of the Conference, surrounding area, and a special companion tour at no cost.
In addition to informative presentations, the Annual Conference will also include tours of the Ports of Longview and St. Helens, a visit to amazing Mount St. Helens volcano, ceremonial festivities by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, golf at Three Rivers Golf Course, and a minor league baseball game with APP leaders throwing out the ceremonial first pitch! The trip to Mount St. Helens volcano will include special presentations to learn how the Columbia River region’s maritime industry dealt with the aftermath of the eruption in 1980. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
The Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center in Kelso, Washington is located 40 miles north of Portland International Airport (PDX). Renting a car is recommended, but please contact APP staff if interested in shuttle service. It has excellent conference facilities and all modern amenities including a fitness center and pool. We’ll be a short distance from sightseeing and recreation opportunities. Enjoy APP’s pre-negotiated discounted room rates of just $85 per night including complimentary breakfast, internet and parking.
Book your flight to Portland now!
We have special discount codes with United Airlines and Delta Airlines. Please visit our online registration page below for more information.
Please join us to celebrate the beginning of APP’s second century!
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ANNUAL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES |
Get valuable exposure for your business or port and simultaneously help support APP programs!
Act now to reserve one of these opportunities:
$2,500 Closing Dinner for Delegates and Companions – 7/23 $2,000 Welcome Reception Hors d’oeuvres for Everyone – 7/20 $2,000 Monday Dinner Banquet for Delegates and Companions – 7/21 $2,000 Dinner at Baseball Field for Delegates and Companions – 7/22 $1,500 Mount St. Helens Tour Transportation for Delegates and Companions – 7/23 $1,500 Mount St. Helens Tour Lunch for Delegates and Companions – 7/23 $1,500 Closing Dinner Bar for Delegates and Companions – 7/23 $1,000 Luncheon at Hotel for Delegates – 7/22 $1,000 Baseball Game Transportation for Delegates and Companions – 7/22 $1,000 Tours of Port of Longview & Port of St. Helens – Transportation for Delegates & Companions – 7/21 $ 750 Golf Networking Outing Transportation and Box Lunches – 7/20 $ 750 Companion Tour to Zojo’s Coffee, Activities, and Lunch – 7/22 $ 750 Morning Networking Break for Delegates – 7/21 $ 750 Morning Networking Break for Delegates – 7/22 $ 750 Afternoon Networking Break for Delegates – 7/22 $ 500 Opening Ceremonial Festivities for Delegates – 7/21 $ 500 Welcome Reception Entertainment for Delegates and Companions – 7/20 $ 500 Monday Dinner Entertainment for Delegates and Companions – 7/21 Barbecue Lunch for Delegates and Companions at the Port – 7/21 – Sponsored by the Port of Longview Baseball Tickets for Delegates and Companions – 7/22 – Sponsored by the Port of Longview |
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