The Forum includes presentations and briefings from national and global experts on pertinent policy, technical, regulatory, and management issues impacting the surface finishing industry, including environmental regulatory issues, labor and workplace trends, tax policy, economic outlooks, supply chain challenges, globally regulatory developments, and political and election outlooks.
Recent speakers at the Forum have included Jake Sherman- Founder, Punchbowl News, Jeff Weiss- Partner, Steptoe & Johnson, LLP, Marc Freedman- Vice President of Employment Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Michael Chipley- Cyber Security & Information Systems Information Analysis Center.
In addition, Washington Forum Participants also have the option during the event to meet with their own congressional representatives and staff to educate them about the importance and impact of the surface finishing industry, the challenges facing companies, and specific policy priorities of concern.
Registration & Hotel Arrangements
Registration is now open!
Advanced Member-Rate: $650
Advanced Non-Member-Rate: $750
Spouse/Guest Rate: $250
We are excited to announce that Washington Forum will take place at The Willard Hotel this year.
Willard InterContinental
1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004 ·
Sponsorship Opportunities
Put your company’s name at the forefront of attendees’ minds and build name recognition. Sponsor the Washington Forum receptions, speakers, and more! Reach out to [email protected] to inquire!
Monday Afternoon, September 16, 2024 | Pierce Room
12:00 – 5:00 NASF Board of Directors Meeting – Willard
2:00 – 7:00 Registration
Monday Evening, September 16, 2024 | The Nest
5:00 – 7:00 NASF Forum Welcome Reception – Willard, The Nest
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Tuesday Morning, September 17, 2024 | Pierce Room
7:15 – 8:00 Breakfast
8:00 – 8:10 Opening Remarks
Waasy Boddison, NASF President
Rick Delawder, SWD Inc., Chairman, NASF Government Advisory Committee
Rosario Palmieri, NASF Executive Director
8:10 – 8:30 NASF Update: The Industry Agenda
Christian Richter, NASF Government & Industry Affairs | The Policy Group
8:30 – 10:15 Sessions
10:15 – 10:30 Break
10:30 – 12:00 Sessions
12:00 – 12:15 Break
12:15 – 1:45 Lunch Keynote Diplomat Room
1:45 – 2:00 Break
2:00 – 3:15 Sessions
3:15 – 3:30 Break
Afternoon Keynote
3:30 – 5:00 Sessions
5:00 Adjourn
5:15 – 5:30 Congressional Meetings: Preparing for Meetings for Capitol Hill (Optional)
Christian Richter, The Policy Group
Jeff Hannapel, The Policy Group
5:30 – 7:30 NASF Forum Reception – Willard | The Pershing Room
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | Buchanan Room
7:00 – 8:30 NASF Breakfast & Briefing
Christian Richter, The Policy Group
Jeff Hannapel, The Policy Group
8:30 – 5:00 Congressional Visits (Optional – Restricted Access) Capitol Hill
For Washington Forum Questions, contact Jeff Hannapel at (202) 257-3756 or [email protected]
Cancellation Policy
If a cancellation is requested prior to August 15, 2024, a full refund will be issued with a $75 handling fee. Those requesting cancellations between August 16 – 31, 2024, will be issued a 50% refund. No requested refund will be issued on September 1, 2024 or after.
Any questions regarding this event can be directed to NASF at [email protected]g.