Simply Trade [Events]: An Exclusive Look at the Must-Attend ICPA Fall Conference

In this episode, we're joined by a panel of experts from ICPA to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming Fall Conference. Learn about the must-attend sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and the unique blend of serious trade topics and fun social events that make this conference a must for anyone involved in importing, exporting, or international logistics.

Main Points/Takeaways:

1. Cutting-Edge Content: The ICPA conference is packed with sessions covering the latest trends and challenges in international trade, from updates on priority trade issues and preparing for the broker's exam to deep dives into topics like anti-dumping, countervailing duties, and managing imports between the US and Canada.

2. Unparalleled Networking: The conference is renowned for its welcoming, tight-knit community, where seasoned professionals and newcomers alike can connect, share knowledge, and even find new job opportunities. Experienced attendees emphasize the importance of making new connections and not missing out on the valuable hallway conversations.

3. Balancing Serious and Fun: While the conference delivers a wealth of serious, high-level content, it also strikes a perfect balance with social activities like calf roping, line dancing, and free-flowing networking events. This unique blend helps trade professionals decompress and build lasting relationships.

4. Hybrid Flexibility: The conference offers a hybrid model, allowing attendees to participate in-person or virtually, with on-demand access to sessions for 60 days after the event. This flexibility caters to diverse schedules and budgets, ensuring everyone can access the valuable education and networking.

5. Continuing Education Credits: The ICPA conference is accredited to provide continuing education credits for various trade certifications, making it a one-stop-shop for professionals looking to maintain their credentials and stay ahead of the curve.

Key Insights:
"If you're new to trade, and you're looking and so many people I will run into and they and I'll introduce them to the icpa, and they're like, oh my gosh, this, I didn't even know this, this organization ever existed. And, you know, and they go to their first conference, and it's like, they feel like there's like, overload. And it's like, oh my gosh, it's gonna be but it's so it's one of those conferences that it's warm, it's welcoming. Whether you're new or if you've been in the business over 30 years, everybody is there to learn. Everybody is there to meet one another." - Chris

The ICPA fall conference is a must-attend event for anyone involved in international trade, importing, or exporting. With its cutting-edge content, unparalleled networking opportunities, and perfect balance of serious and fun, this conference is the ultimate destination to stay ahead of the curve, build valuable connections, and take your trade career to new heights. Don't miss your chance to unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of international trade - tune in now!

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Show references:

• Global Training Center - www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com

• Simply Trade Podcast - twitter.com/SimplyTradePod 

• Elisabeth Sherrell - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-sherrell-ced-58b37156/ 

• Bonnie Kersch - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bowersox-64b3271ba/ 
• Cindy Hazlett - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-hazlett-a78a49/ 
• Chris Scalisi - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-scalisi-ccs-71a17a27/ 

• ICPA - www.ICPAinc.org  

• ICPA Fall Conference - https://web.cvent.com/event/74f93406-6041-4487-833e-e568e6b4c04e/summary 

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