Dear ITCKC member:

By being a member of the International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, you qualify for a 15 percent discount off the earlybird rate for the Heartland Shippers Conference that our organization is in partnership with Cargo Business News and several other Midwest associations like ours.

You will not want to miss attending the next event in Minneapolis, and possibly participating, or supporting, this significant conference that will bring the shipping and logistics world to the Midwest!

To qualify for the 15 percent discount, contact: Christie Daigle (206) 324-5644 ext. 222 or email conferences@cargobusinessnews.com.

You can view last year's program by clicking here.

Quick facts:

Where:
The Upper Midwest metropolis of Minneapolis, Minn., the city of lakes, and a major hub of Heartland commerce.

When:
April 17-18, 2013

Who:
The Heartland Shippers Conference is presented by Cargo Business News and the Midwest Global Trade Association, and supported by several other U.S. Midwest shipper organizations.

Why:
The U.S. Midwest is home to major manufacturing, agriculture, and a significant consumer market of over 66 million. Conversely, getting cargo in and out of the nation’s heartland is challenging for a variety of reasons, and the Heartland Shippers’ Conference will address these themes among others pertinent to the global supply chain’s vital connection to the region and its developing infrastructure.

Dynamic networking opportunities include Cargo Business News’ popular Collaboration Dinners held in fine eateries conveniently located throughout Downtown Minneapolis, along with receptions and opportunities to meet and mingle with customers, prospects and service providers.

Primary conference demographic:
Midwest beneficial cargo owners (BCOs) and those who service them globally.

For speaking and sponsorship opportunities: click here.

Contact Peter Hurme at:
206.709.1840 ext. 233 – phurme@cargobusinessnews.com - for more information.