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About NACD
The National Association of Container Distributors (NACD) is a professional association of rigid packaging distributors who supply bottles, tubes, pumps, sprayers and other closure systems. America’s foremost companies have discovered the benefits of working with NACD members.
NACD and their supplier organizations adhere to a strong code of ethics that ensures the most trusted products from the nation’s best manufacturers. The rigid packaging industry's leading distributors and top manufacturers offer fresh, innovative and effective approaches to packaging needs, and outstanding service without added costs.
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About the Annual Convention
NACD's 2019 Annual Convention -- taking place April 8 - 11 at the Westin Bayshore Vancouver -- will be a one-of-a-kind private event for NACD Distributor Members and Supporting Suppliers.
Schedule (subject to change)
Monday, April 8th
| 8:30am - 11:00am | Board of Directors Meeting (Board Members Only) |
| 1:00pm - 3:30pm | Industry Advisory Council (IAC) Meeting |
| 5:00pm - 6:00pm | First Timers Reception |
| 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Welcome Reception |
Tuesday, April 9
| 7:00am - 8:30am | General Breakast |
| 7:30am - 8:30am | Henry Hoffman Scholarship Breakfast |
| 8:30am - 10:00am | General Session |
| 10:30am - 12:00pm | General Session |
| 10:30am - 1:00pm | Spouse Tour |
| 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch |
| 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Roundtable Discussion |
| 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Membership Meeting |
| 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Benchmarking Survey |
| 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Off-Site Dinner |
Wednesday, April 10th
| 7:00am - 8:30am | Breakfast Buffet |
| 8:30am - 10:00am | General Session |
| 10:30am - 12:30pm | Charity Event |
| 6:30pm - 10:30 | Gala Reception & Awards Dinner |
Thursday, April 11th
| 7:30am | Golf Tournament |
Speakers
Coming soon
Registration
Coming soon
If you have questions, please contact staff.
Special Needs
- Alert NACD staff if you have any personal requirements regarding your attendance at this meeting that arise under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Alert NACD staff if you have any dietary restrictions that NACD should be aware of regarding your attendance at this meeting.
Sponsorships
Coming soon
Meetings and Official Events
Coming Soon
Golf
Coming Soon
Tours
Coming Soon
General Info
Special Rules
No one shall schedule or conduct any event, function, or meeting which in any way conflicts with or detracts from scheduled NACD Annual Convention meetings or events.
Tour Policies
Please register in advance. All leisure activities have a minimum participation requirement and are subject to cancellation. If a cancellation occurs, a full refund will be provided for that activity.
Dress Code
Policy with regards to meeting dress codes includes the following: Men - slacks, open neck, banded collar or polo shirts, sweaters, walking shorts, no ties/jackets required. Women - slacks, skirts, blouses, sweaters, walking shorts, open neck banded collar or polo shirts. Meeting rooms tend to be cooler than the outside temperature. A light jacket or sweater may be necessary.
Dress Code for Receptions and Dinners
Opening Reception - Resort/Business Casual
Off-Site Reception/Dinner - Resort/Business Casual
Thursday Awards Reception/Dinner - Black Tie (Mascarade Party)
Dress Rental Website ($30 Off First Order)
Contact
If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact NACD Staff at (630) 942-6585.