Commissioners Seminar

June 14, 2006
Montréal, Quebec

The Special Seminar for Members of Port Authority Governing Boards and Commissions (“Commissioners Seminar”) is a two-and-one-half day seminar which covers the latest issues in the port industry, port management, and planning. Explore the unique duties and responsibilities of governing board members and learn about the latest port industry trends in port management and planning. This comprehensive program also allows participants to network and share valuable information. Port directors are encouraged to accompany their commissioners to this seminar.

06/14/2006
An Update on Public Policy Impacting Ports

• Kurt Nagle, President & CEO, American Association of Port Authorities
• Gary LeRoux, Executive Director, ACPA

06/14/2006
Innovative Funding and Finance Approaches

• Gary Failor PPM^®, President, Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority
• Gary Brush PPM^®, Vice President, Finance & Administration Fraser River Port Authority

06/14/2006
Predicting the Future – What Does It Portend for Your Port?

• John Vickerman Jr., Director, TranSystems Corporation

06/15/2006
Security, Environment, and Communities… Oh My! How Do We Do It All?

• James Brennan, Partner, Norbridge, Inc. (presentation via John Vickerman)

06/15/2006
Board – Management Relations – A Critical Factor in Your Port’s Success

• Peter Podovinikoff, Chair, Fraser River Port Authority
• Capt. Allen Domaas PPM^®, President and CEO, Fraser River Port Authority, Chairman-elect, AAPA Board of Directors
• David Cooper, Board Member, Alabama State Port Authority
• James Lyons, Director & CEO, Alabama State Port Authority