ISTA's International Transport Packaging Forum!

Use Remaining 2010 Funds to Register Today! Early Bird Registration Ends February 11, 2011.


The Forum will be held April 18-21 in Orlando, Florida at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. Check out the program, register and prepare to learn from the world-leading experts about the latest ideas and advancements of sustainable transport packaging and the physical distribution of products. Presenting a balance of practical applications, case studies and technical information this event is the most well attended educational Forum on Transport Packaging.

The Forum will provide you with opportunities to interact with industry peers to discuss critical issues, share solutions, gain ideas and ultimately become a more knowledgeable packaging professional. The quality program and invaluable networking opportunities provided at the Forum will keep you at the front of the line with the latest information in today's transport packaging industry.

Exhibiting Opportunity at the Forum
Showcase your company's products or services in a casual atmosphere that promotes business discussion and networking! The Forum Exhibitor's Reception will be the perfect place for attendees to find that innovative solution they've been looking for, and for company's to connect with hundreds of packaging professionals with a wide range of interests. Exhibiting at the Forum is a powerful, cost-effective and convenient way to target the transport packaging industry. Bonus: Platinum and Gold sponsors receive an exhibit space as part of their package, plus first choice of their booth assignment! Visit the Forum website for more information. Contact Meredith Dougherty at ISTA Headquarters today if you are interested in exhibiting. Booth space is limited and is assigned on a first-come basis.

Sponsor this Important Educational Event
The Forum is the premier opportunity for you to extend your company’s brand identity and marketing capabilities by becoming a sponsor of this important educational event. The sponsors are of great importance to the overall success of the Forum and ample opportunities are provided for maximum exposure to all of the attendees. Don’t miss this chance to support this unique and valued educational event. Visit the Forum website for more information on sponsorship.

Additional Workshop and Training Session at the Forum
ISTA’s Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional (CPLP) Workshop
Become an ISTA Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional while attending the Forum. Take advantage of this special instructional workshop and walk away with CPLP status under one travel expense. This is the same program that is available on-line or in printed form, but will be presented "live" at the Forum by CPLP Professional Larry Dull. An applicant may take the Technician course, the Technologist course or both. The fee is $695 for each course, or $1250 for one person taking both. The fee includes registration, materials, continental breakfast, lunch, breaks, and CPLP certification for successful applicants. The exams will be given Monday morning. Visit www.ista.org for complete information on the CPLP program. CPLP certification is available to ISTA members only.

ISTA’s Certified Thermal Professional (CTP) Level II Training Session
Become an ISTA Certified Thermal Professional (CTP) Level II while attending the Forum! The training session will be offered on Monday and the fee to participate in this session is $1295. The fee includes registration, materials, continental breakfast, lunch and breaks. You must complete and pass the CTP Level I exam prior to attending the CTP Level II Training Session. Visit the www.ista.org for complete information on the CTP program.

It is Important to Register by February 11th to Save!
Register by February 11th to take advantage of the Early-Bird Rate. We are also offering a multiple person discount for company’s that have more than one person attending the forum. Each attendee after the first person registered will receive a $100 discount off the registration rate. Register now because this offer is only valid during Early Bird Registration.

Busy Time at Disney
April is a very busy time at Disney and our room block will fill up fast. We encourage you to make your hotel reservation right away. Contact the Coronado Springs Resort Group Reservations at 407-939-1020 and be sure to mention ISTA or Transport Packaging Forum to receive our group rate!

Last Important Reminder
As always, please free to contact ISTA Headquarters with any questions you may have. We're here to help! Call 517.333.3437 or contact Lisa Bonsignore at lisa@ista.org. We look forward to seeing you in Orlando!

Thank you to our generous Forum Sponsors:

Time to Renew Your Membership!

All ISTA members have received their dues invoices for 2011. ISTA membership dues will need to be renewed by January 31, 2011, in order to maintain active membership status. Delegates can login to the ISTA Member Center and pay their dues by credit card, or to submit a Purchase Order number. You can also submit a PO by contacting Meredith Dougherty at ISTA (meredith@ista.org).

To pay by credit card, login to the ISTA Member Center at http://www.ista.org/members/. Click on the Pay Member Dues feature and follow the simple steps. Your payment will be processed and a sales receipt sent to you via email.

Your membership renewal today is an investment in yourself, your company and industry. If you have any questions, please contact ISTA at 517.333.3437!

2011 ISTA Resource Book

Production of the 2011 Resource Book has begun and it will be mailed early February to all ISTA members who have paid their annual membership dues. There is still time to submit an ad to be placed in the Resource Book. The Resource Book offers excellent advertising opportunities to put your company’s name and product in front of prospective customers. The Resource Book is sent to all ISTA members including packaging professionals working in areas of distribution, package design, testing, sustainability and damage prevention.

The Resource Book includes:
• Current versions of all ISTA Preshipment Test Procedures.
• Guidelines for Selecting and Using ISTA Test Procedures and Projects.
• An updated directory of ISTA Certified Testing Laboratories worldwide, with enhanced listings for easier reading and use.
• Information about the ISTA Programs and Membership Advantages.

If you are interested in advertising and would like to receive an Advertising Contract, contact Kathy Joneson at ISTA Headquarters by calling 517.333.3437 or email at kjoneson@ista.org.

Important Information for ISTA Certified Laboratories: 2011 Resource Book Information Verification and Lab Directory Enhancements

As a member benefit, a complimentary listing of every ISTA Certified Laboratory’s contact information and testing capabilities will be listed in the ISTA Certified Testing Laboratories section of the 2011 Resource Book.

The thoroughness and accuracy of the information contained in the Resource Book is crucial to maximizing a lab’s exposure to members and non-members. Once the Resource Book has been printed, we are unable to change a lab’s information, so verifying what is printed by the deadline is very important!

We will also offer the ability for a lab to order enhancements to their listing, including additional information printed, logos and descriptions. And don’t forget – we offer advertising opportunities as well!

Labs can go to the ISTA website and complete an easy webform to complete the verification process: http://www.ista.org/pages/resources/LabVerificationForm.php

If you have questions, please email or call Meredith Dougherty at ISTA Headquarters: meredith@ista.org, [+1] 517.333.3437 ext. 217.

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