Our Mission
Conference of the Americas
The FCBF Conference brings together customs brokers, freight forwarders, importers, exporters, and other parties involved in global logistics, transportation, and trade. It is organized to provide a unique opportunity for the trade community to learn about the legal, regulatory, and policy initiatives that shape commerce across the Americas and global markets.
The Third Annual Customs Brokers & Freight Forwarders Conference was held November 12th - 14th, 2018 at the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC), centered on the theme "Compliance in Motion" — emergent technology and resurgent innovation.
The FCBF Conference was created as a dedicated gathering point for customs brokers, freight forwarders, and the wider trade community that keeps global commerce moving. By bringing together importers, exporters, logistics partners, and transportation providers under one roof, the event encourages dialogue across roles that often operate in parallel but rarely share the same room. The aim is to give practitioners a place to compare notes, recognize shared challenges, and build relationships that outlast the conference itself.
At its core, the mission centers on education and visibility around the rules that shape cross-border trade. Sessions are designed to help attendees stay current with legal, regulatory, and policy developments affecting commerce across the Americas and beyond, from customs procedures to compliance practices that influence daily operations. The program balances broad overviews with practical insights, recognizing that brokers and forwarders must interpret shifting requirements on behalf of the businesses they serve.
Beyond formal sessions, the conference is intended to feel approachable and human in scale. Plenary discussions, intimate panels, and informal networking breaks allow participants to engage directly with speakers, peers, and sponsors in a relaxed setting. By combining learning with genuine connection, FCBF seeks to strengthen the professional fabric of the trade community and support a smoother, more collaborative flow of goods between markets.
Program Focus
What the Conference Delivers
Panels & Break-outs
World-class speakers address the trade community through main-stage panels and more intimate break-out sessions.
Policy & Regulation
Coverage of the legal, regulatory, and policy initiatives critical to trade in the Americas.
Technology & Innovation
Exploration of emergent technology and resurgent innovation impacting supply chain visibility, optimization, and efficiency.
Plan Your Visit
Learn More
- Review the conference agenda for session times.
- Read the attendee information to prepare for the event.
- Reach the organizers through the contact page with questions.