NPF 2025

Attend the Premier Mailing and Shipping Event—NPF 2025 and Lead Forward!

Gaylord Opryland Convention Center Nashville, TN | April 27-30, 2025

Lead Forward at NPF 2025— in Music City USA April 27-30, 2025 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, TN This spring, redefine the way you approach the mailing and shipping industry at NPF 2025: Leading Forward.

Over four dynamic days in Nashville—Music City, USA, NPF becomes your launchpad to innovation, collaboration, and career growth. From cutting-edge strategies to hands-on learning, this event is your opportunity to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

• Discover over 120 expert-led workshops and sessions designed to tackle today’s challenges and prepare you for tomorrow’s opportunities.

• Elevate your USPS expertise with insights into the latest products, services, and advancements that shape the mailing and shipping supply chain.

• Network with industry leaders and peers to spark connections that inspire new ideas and drive success.

NPF 2025 isn’t just an event—it’s where innovation meets action and where the industry’s future begins.

Table of Contents: Experience Music City USA..................... 6 Plan Your Experience................................ 8 Featuring USPS.........................................10 Networking Edge......................................11 Essential Workshop Tracks...................12 Sponsors and Partners............................13 Registration Packages............................14 Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

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Experience Nashville: Music City, USA There’s a reason they call it Music City—Nashville is a one-of-a-kind destination blending vibrant culture, rich history, and live music at every turn.

Explore the city’s iconic honky-tonks, savor world-class cuisine, and embrace the warmth of southern hospitality while building connections that last a lifetime.

A Spirit of Giving: Habitat for Humanity Saturday, April 26 Before the learning and networking begin, join us in making a difference for deserving families in the Nashville area. Partner with NPF and Habitat for Humanity for a meaningful day of service, lending your time to support projects that uplift the local community. It’s a day of teamwork, purpose, and giving back that sets the tone for Leading Forward.

Spots are limited to the first 25 volunteers, so secure yours during NPF registration. A $25 non-refundable fee will go directly to Habitat for Humanity Nashville.

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Plan Your Experience!

Sunday, April 27

Monday, April 28

Celebrate Progress: NPF Welcome Reception

Unveiling USPS Innovation: PMG Keynote Address

Kick off NPF 2025 in style at the Welcome Reception, where we come together to celebrate the start of our journey forward. Mingle with industry peers, enjoy great food, and experience the energy of Music City with lively entertainment.

Let’s toast to the innovation, education, and connections that will shape the future of our industry.

The USPS is on a transformative path, reshaping its network, infrastructure, and culture to lead in today’s fast-paced environment. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy will share insights into these groundbreaking changes and how they’re empowering USPS to better serve the American public and its industry partners. Don’t miss this inspiring keynote that sets the tone for Leading Forward.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Period 1 Workshops and Orientation Session

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Period 2 Workshops

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Period 3 Workshops

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

NPF Welcome Reception

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

General Session: PMG Keynote Address

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Exclusive Exhibit Hall Time

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Open

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Period 4 Workshops 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Period 5 Workshops

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

Period 6 Workshops

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Networking in Exhibit Hall

4:00 PM -5:00 PM

Period 7 Workshops

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

PCC Reception

Tuesday, April 29

Wednesday, April 30

Tuesday General Session: USPS Vision For Growth

PMG Town Hall: Your Voice, Your Questions

How does mail and shipping meet the demands of a changing world? Join USPS officers as they detail their plans to enhance service, introduce new products, and ensure on-time delivery.

Gain insights into the strategies driving USPS’s growth and its role as a leader in logistcis.

Be part of the conversation as the Postmaster General answers your pre-submitted questions and discusses strategies from the Delivering for America® plan. This interactive session provides a firsthand look at how USPS is aligning its resources to meet the evolving needs of customers and industry partners.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

General Session: USPS Vision for Growth

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Exclusive Exhibit Hall Time

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Period 11 Workshops

9:30 AM -5:30 PM

Exhibit Hall Open

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

Period 12 Workshops and

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Period 8 Workshops

9:15 AM - 10:45 AM

PMG Town Hall Meeting

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Period 13 Workshops

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Period 9 Workshops

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

NPF Partnership Luncheon

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

Period 10 Workshops

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Period 14 Workshops

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Exhibit Hall Reception

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Period 15 Workshops

8:00 PM - Last Call

NPF’s Got Talent

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Closing Event

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Featuring USPS Executive Leadership Step into the future of mailing and shipping as USPS leadership unveils transformative strategies shaping the industry’s evolution. Through exclusive sessions, NPF bridges the connection between USPS leaders and industry professionals, delivering actionable insights and forward-thinking solutions to tackle today’s challenges.

General Session: PMG Keynote Address

Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to engage with those driving progress and innovation, as USPS and the industry come together to redefine what’s possible for the mailing and shipping community.

PMG Town Hall Meeting

Monday, April 28 (8:00 AM – 9:30 AM)

General Session: USPS Executive Leadership Tuesday, April 29 (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM)

Wednesday, April 30 (9:15 AM – 10:45 AM)

Exclusive USPS Leadership Insight Sessions Scheduled throughout the 4-day event

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The NPF Networking Edge At NPF, connections aren’t just made—they’re forged for a lifetime. Engage with over 4,200 professionals from across the supply chain to exchange ideas, share challenges, and build partnerships that fuel innovation. With events, receptions, and impromptu conversations, networking at NPF is as dynamic as Nashville itself.

NPF Welcome Reception Sunday, April 27 (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM)

Discover New Industry Connections at the Postal Customer Council Reception Monday, April 28 (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM)

Largest Industry Exhibit Hall Monday, April 28 (9:30 AM – 4:00 PM) Tuesday, April 29 (9:30 AM – 5:30 PM)

Exhibit Hall Reception Tuesday, April 29 (4:00 PM – 5:30 PM)

NPF’s Got Talent Tuesday, April 29 (8:00 PM – Last Call)

NPF Partnership Luncheon w/Guest Speaker Wednesday, April 30 (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM)

Peer-to-Peer Roundtables An extraordinary networking opportunity, where attendees engage with like-minded professionals and establish valuable partnerships.

Schedule TBA. Visit NPF.org for details.

Celebrate NPF 2025—Closing Event Wednesday, April 30 (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

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Leading Forward Through Learning: Five Essential Workshop Tracks Dive into a series of workshops designed to propel you into the future of mailing and shipping. From tackling today’s challenges to preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities, these five tracks offer the insights you need to lead the way.

Driving Mail Growth with Cutting-edge Innovations Explore how cutting-edge strategies and USPS promotions are transforming mail into a key player in omnichannel campaigns. Discover new ways to make mail work harder for your business.

Shipping Solutions for a Greater Advantage Stay ahead in the shipping game with insights into USPS Ground Advantage and solutions that adapt to ever-changing customer demands. Learn how to build shipping strategies that grow with your business.

Data, Technology, and Visibility for Tomorrow’s Competitive Advantage Leverage the latest data tools and technology to enhance visibility, improve performance, and meet customer expectations. Discover how innovation is paving the way for a competitive edge.

Professional Growth through Strategic Leadership Exceptional leaders don’t just manage—they inspire.

Develop the skills to lead with impact, foster diverse teams, and drive success in your organization.

Operational Excellence from Mail Setup to Delivery Efficiency starts with preparation. Learn best practices for mail and package preparation that ensure cost savings and customer satisfaction.

For a full listing of workshops, visit NPF.org.

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Discover, Collaborate, and Transform with Partners that power NPF and you!

NPF’s valued partners provide the support and expertise that drive the success of our event and empower attendees.

The 2025 Partner list below is as of 1/14/25. If you are interested in sponsorship or partnership opportunities, contact Mary Guthrie at mguthrie@npf.org or Laurie Woodhams at lwoodhams@npf.org for more information.

Accenture Federal Services

GrandShipper

ProShip, Inc.

AiLO Logistics

GrayHair Software, LLC

Quadient

ALG Worldwide Logistics

ICS Corporation

Rexel Energy Solutions

American Fabrication

International Bridge, Inc.

RISO, Inc.

Anchor Software, LLC

International Mailers Advisory Group

Ryder Truck Rental

Association for Postal Commerce (PostCom)

Intralox LLC

Scentisphere, LLC

Assurety Consulting and Solutions, Inc.

IPCMobile

Schneider Electric Federal

Auctane

J.B. Hunt

SCLogic

B&R Moll, Inc.

Johnson & Quin, Inc.

ShipShapes

Baesman Group

Kenmore Envelope Company, Inc.

Smarty

Bar W Guest Ranch

Kern, Inc.

Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions

BCC Software, a BlueCrest Company

Key Systems, Inc.

SnailWorks

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Kustom Printing Products

Southworth International Group, Inc.

BlueCrest

LS Direct

SPC

Booz Allen Hamilton

Mac Paper Converters, Inc.

Summit Direct Mail

Bowe Group

MackayMitchell Envelope Company

SupremeX

Breakthrough

Magnets 4 media Powered by The Magnet Group

Sylvamo

Canon U.S.A.

Mail Management Service, Inc.

Talos Engineered Products

Carney Direct Marketing

Mailers Hub

Taylor Print & Visual Impressions

CDW Government, LLC

Mail-Gard

TEC Mailing Solutions, LLC

Complete Mailing Lists, LLC

Mailing Systems Technology/PARCEL Media

Tension Corporation

Compu-Mail

Mantissa Corporation

T-Mobile for Government

Confluent

Marketbridge

TRAFFIX

Countrywide Logistics

Marketing Card Technology, LLC

TransLoop

Data-Pac Mailing Systems Corp.

MBA CSi

Tritek Systems, Inc.

Dell Technologies

Microsoft Corporation

Tri-Win Direct

Deloitte

Midwest Direct

Truly Engaging

Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS)

NACUMS

United Business Mail

Diamond Envelope Corporation

National Association of Presort Mailers

United States Postal Inspection Service

Digital Print, Inc.

Universal Postal Union

Digitalized Software

National Star Route Mail Contractors Association

DirectMail2.0

Nissha Metallizing Solutions

US Postal Service

Double Envelope

Okta

US Postal Service - MTAC

DRT, LLC

OPEX Corporation

US Postal Service - Supplier Outreach

EAM-Mosca Corp.

OSM Worldwide

US Postal Service - Sustainability

EasyPost

PCI

USPS Learning Lab

Engineering Innovation, Inc.

Peraton

Valpak

Everest Transportation Systems

Pioneer Direct Marketing

Victor Envelope

Firstlogic Solutions, LLC

Pitney Bowes

Visual Pak Logistics, LLC

Fives Intralogistics Corp.

Postal Advocate, Inc.

Vitronic Machine Vision, Ltd.

Florence Corporation

Postal Customer Council Advisory Committee

Whittier Mailing Products - WMP

FLS Transportation Services

Postal Products Unlimited

WIPOTEC-OCS, Inc.

FP Mailing Solutions

Postal Source

World Wide Technology

Freedom

Pratt Retail Specialties, LLC

XMPie

GitLab

PreSmart Solutions

Zebra Technologies

Print Reach

Zscaler, Inc.

U-PIC Shipping Insurance

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NPF 2025 Registration Packages. Register Online: NPF.org

FULL REGISTRATION 4-Day Access

THREE-DAY REGISTRATION 3-Day Access

TWO-DAY REGISTRATION 2-Day Access

$1,000

$900

$850

Online Rate Expires 4/4/25 Onsite rate: $1,100

Online Rate Expires 4/4/25 Onsite rate: $1,000

Online Rate Expires 4/4/25 Onsite rate: $900

Our most popular registration package offers full access to all four days, including General Sessions, Workshops, USPS Leadership Insights Sessions, Evening Receptions, Expo Hall, Continental Breakfasts, Lunches and the Wednesday Closing Event.

Can’t get away for the entire 4-day event?

This package provides the flexibility of choosing from two consecutive 3-day options. Including, when applicable, General Sessions, Workshops, USPS Leadership Insights Sessions, Evening Receptions, Expo Hall, Continental Breakfasts, Lunches and the Wednesday Closing Event. The choice is yours.

If you need only two-days, this package provides the flexibility of choosing from two consecutive 2-day options. Including, when applicable, General Sessions, Workshops, USPS Leadership Insights Sessions, Evening Receptions, Expo Hall, Continental Breakfasts, Lunches and the Wednesday Closing Event.

Sunday through Wednesday

Sun. Mon. and Tues. or Mon. Tues. and Wed.

Mon. and Tues. or Tues. and Wed.

Education Only: With a concentration on education only, this package offers 4-days of Workshops, General Sessions, and Access to the Expo. Food and beverage functions are excluded. $800 online rate through 4.4.25. $900 onsite rate.

Expo Only Pass: Interested in experiencing innovation in the Expo? Take advantage of the Expo only pass. Education, food and beverage functions are excluded. $50 flat fee.

Certification Courses Mail Design Professional (MDP) Course: A Full registration is required, including a $49 processing fee.

The Direct Marketing Course: Free with any registration package. Note, the completion of 7 qualifying workshops is required for certification. Make sure to select the right registration package to ensure course coverage.

Mail Center Manager Course: Free with any Wednesday, April 30 registration package.

Triple Savings Discount – Save Up To $300 Online Registration Savings $100 off/Full $50 off/3-Day $50 off/3-day $100 off/Education Only Hurry, online rate ends: 4.4.25

Postal Customer Council Member Savings

NPF Preferred Hotel Savings

$100 off/Full $50 off/3-Day

$100 off a Full/Three-day package

Must be a PCC member to qualify.

Discount only available while rooms last.

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