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Please join us in Washington, DC for our 2024 Conference & Trade Show!

We are expecting a full Trade Show Hall and around 1,000 leaders in the industry to attend this May.  This event is 3 days filled with networking and educational opportunities.

Hotel Information (SEE UPDATED INFO BELOW)
Gaylord National Resort: Our group rate is $269 per night. To book online, please click here or to make your reservation over the phone, call (888) 236-2427 and note that you are with the NPSA group.

The NPSA room block will expire after April 12, 2024. After this date our group rate will no longer be available and hotel room availability may be limited. If you have issues securing your hotel room online at our group rate, please contact the Hotel at (888) 236-2427. To book your room online, please click here.

ROOM BLOCK UPDATE!
 
Our room block at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is almost fully booked. However, we have secured additional accommodations within short walking distance for your convenience. We have group rates at the following Hotels:

1. Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor located at 250 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Room Rate: $265/night. Book your room online. Book your room by April 12th to receive the group rate.
2. AC Hotel National Harbor located at 156 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745. Room Rate: $389/night. Book your room online or call reservations at (888) 236-2427 and reference the NPSA Conference room block. Book your room by April 12th to receive the group rate.

Cancellations/Substitutions: Substitutions are permitted at any time. Cancellations received after 4/12/24 are not eligible for refund.

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Keynote Speaker

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​Fox News Chief Political Anchor & Anchor, Special Report with Bret Baier.

The White House, Congress and a Look at Politics in America
Washington, DC is gearing up for one of the most interesting Presidential Elections of all time. As the Anchor of FOX News’ Special Report with Bret Baier, Bret Baier is plugged into all of the major issues and players on the national political scene. With humor and insight, Bret will share exclusive, poignant and an up-to-the minute analysis on what’s going on at the White House. Capitol Hill and with the 2024 Election. NPSA members will have an opportunity to ask questions during the session and the chance to meet Bret afterwards, up close and personal.
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To read more about Brett Baier and this session, please click here.

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                         Bret Baier

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2024 NPSA Exhibitors

​Show at a glance...

• First show in Washington, DC!
• Outside Demonstration booths!
• Over 1,000 attendees expected!
• Over 40,000 feet of exhibit hall space.
• Attendees include business owners and decision makers.
• 20 hours of trade show time, which includes meals and events held in the hall.
• The only show of its kind dedicated solely to the Portable Storage industry.​

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For more information on becoming an exhibitor at this year's show.  Please visit our Exhibitor Page by clicking here.

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Speakers

​​COURTNEY RAMSEY
SPEAKER - CONSULTANT - AUTHOR

​​AI Unleashed: Using Technology to Do More with Less
If you’ve heard the basics of ChatGPT and you’re eager to dive deeper, this session is for you! Join Courtney in an exclusive workshop where we'll explore advanced strategies for leveraging AI to supercharge your business.
To read more about Courtney Ramsey and this session, please click here.



​Passing the Torch: How to Have Succession Planning Conversations
For every small business, there comes a time for new leadership. Succession planning can be daunting and emotional. There are financial, operational, and often familial implications at play. 
To read more about Courtney Ramsey and this session, please click here.

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GENE MARKS
OWNER, MARKS GROUP PC

From Washington to your Workplace: Tactics and strategies the smartest leaders are making to navigate and grow in 2024 and 2025

The 2024 elections loom and this year the stakes are high for your business. Inflation remains sticky. Labor is still in short supply and regulatory agencies are active. Many tax breaks are expiring. AI is taking over the world and succession planning is now a bigger challenge. What’s next for your business?​
To read more about Gene Marks and this session, please click here.                                                    

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TIM POWER
MANAGING DIRECTOR, DREWRY

Global Container Shipping and the Implications for the Container Resale Market
Tim Power, Managing Director at Drewry, has over 30 years in the maritime sector. With P&O Containers, he had roles in container logistics, trade lane management, supply chain management, and forwarding.
To read more about Tim Power and this session, please click here.

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Portable Storage Awards

​​We are gearing up for the 2024 NPSA Portable Storage Awards!   These awards will be presented during the 2024 NPSA Conference and Trade Show.  Get ready to be part of the celebration of the industry's finest!   Nominate yourself or someone else to get recognized.
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Recognition by industry peers.
Recognize the great work done by your staff.
See your company listed in industry publications.
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To participate, please visit our 2024 Portable Storage Awards page by clicking the button
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Portable Storage Awards Page

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Schedule of Events
For a printable version of the agenda, please click here

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Saturday, May 4
 
11:00am                            Golf Tournament, Scramble on Capitol Hill - Click here to register for the golf event
(Bus Departs at 9:00am)   Compliments of ConGlobal and IPME 
                                          Location:  Blue Mash Golf Course
5:30pm - 7:00pm             Early Registration
                                            Compliments of TOUAX Global Container Solutions
                                          Location: Prince George’s E Registration Desk
5:30pm – 7:00pm             Early Bird Reception
                                          Compliments of ACC International, Inc.
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
 
Sunday, May 5
 
1:00pm - 5:00pm             Registration
                                          Compliments of TOUAX Global Container Solutions
                                          Location: Prince George’s E Registration Desk
​1:00pm - 3:00pm             New Member Welcome Area
                                            Meet the Board, Staff & Membership Committee
                                            Location: Prince George's Exhibit Hall E (Front Dinning & Meeting Area)
1:00pm - 5:00pm             Trade Show Opening
                                          Compliments of Seaco America LLC
                                          Location:  Prince George's Exhibit Hall E
5:00pm - 6:15pm             WNPSA Reception
                                          Compliments of WillScot / Mobile Mini
                                          Location: Eastern Shore 2
6:30pm - 8:30pm             Opening Reception
                                          Compliments of Textainer Equipment Management (U.S.) Limited
​                                          Location: RiverView Ballroom
 
Monday, May 6
 
8:00am - 9:30am             Registration Open
                                          Location: Prince George’s E Registration Desk
8:00am - 9:30am             Breakfast
                                          Compliments of CNTNR Partners
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
8:00am - 4:30pm             Trade Show Open
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
10:00am - 11:00am          Opening Ceremonies, Annual Business Meeting
                                          Location: Riverview Ballroom
11:00am - Noon                Keynote, Bret Baier, FOX News Chief Political Anchor & Anchor, Special Report with Bret Baier
​                                            Compliments of Unitas Containers Limited 
                                          Read more on this Session here 
                                          Location: RiverView Ballroom
Noon - 1:30pm                  Lunch
                                          Compliments of USA Containers
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
1:30pm - 3:00pm             Global Container Shipping and the Implications for the Container Resale Market, Tim Power. 
​                                          Compliments of CARU Containers
                                          Read more about this session here.
                                          Location: RiverView Ballroom
                                          Followed by
                                          Navigating Change: A Guide to Smart Investment and Transformation in the Portable Storage Industry, Dan                                                DeBlasio, Itochu Metals Corporation
                                          Read about the session here.
​                                          Location:  RiverView Ballroom
3:00pm - 3:30pm             Break
                                            Compliments of Grand View Container Trading USA & UES International Leasing
                                          Location: Prince George's Exhibit Hall E
4:00pm - 5:00pm            Portable Storage and Moving Networking
                                            Compliments of Boxwell, Stella Software and Storage Protectors
                                          Location:  RiverView Ballroom Pre Function
5:00pm - 5:45pm             2024 Portable Storage Awards Ceremony
                                            Read more about the Awards here
                                          Location RiverView Ballroom
5:45 - 7:45                        Networking Reception & Entertainment
                                          Compliments of Triton Container Sales
                                          Location: Atrium Patio/Lawn
Tuesday, May 7

7:30am - 9:00am             Breakfast
​                                          Compliments of New Way International
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
7:30am - 1:30pm             Trade Show Open
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E
9:30am - 10:30am           From Washington to your Workplace: Tactics and strategies the smartest leaders are making to                                                                      navigate and grow in 2024 and 2025, Gene Marks 
​                                            Compliments of SeaCube Containers
                                          Read more about this session here
                                          Location: RiverView Ballroom
10:30am - 11:00am          Break
                                          Locations:  RiverView Foyer
11:00am - Noon                Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: What it is, What it’s Not, and Why it Still Matters, Eric Peterson,                                                                      Red Seven Consulting
                                            Read more about this session here​
                                          Location: Riverview Ballroom
Noon - 1:30pm                  Lunch
​                                          Compliments of Epic Concepts, LLC
                                          Location: Prince George’s Exhibit Hall E

Concurrent Educational Sessions
1:30pm - 2:30pm              Passing the Torch:  How to Have Succession Planning Conversations, Courtney Ramsey
                                          Read more on this Session here
                                          Location:  Chesapeake 7-9
                                          Portable and Moving Session, Michael Brophy, Owner, MI-BOX of Northern Virginia
                                          Read more about this session here
                                          Location:  Chesapeake 10-12
                                          Credit Card Fraud: Detection & Deterrence, Lance Marcinek, Co-Founder & President, Vertical Payments
                                            Read more about this session here​
                                          Location:  Chesapeake J-L

​2:30pm - 3:00pm             Break
                                          Compliments of United Rentals- Storage & Office Solutions
                                          Location:  Chesapeake Foyer
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Concurrent Educational Sessions
3:00pm - 4:00pm             AI Unleashed: Using Technology to Do More with Less, Courtney Ramsey
                                          Read more on this Session here
                                          Location:  Chesapeake 7-9
                                          OSHA & Insurance:  "Asking for a Friend...", Paul Maness, Safety & Compliance Officer, RedGuard
                                          Read more about this session here
                                          Location:  Chesapeake 10-12
                                          Selling Your Portable Storage Business:  A Tour Through the Process,  Mark Graham
                                            Read more about this session here
                                          Location:  Chesapeake J-L
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4:30pm - 5:45pm              Operators Forum
                                          Location: Riverview Ballroom
6:00pm - 7:30pm             Closing Reception
​                                            Compliments of SeaCube Containers
                                          Location: Atrium

Further Sponsors
Conference Bags        CHS Container Group
Lanyards                    USA Containers
Room Keys                 CARU Container  
Daily Updates             Epic Concepts
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