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CONECT VT Trade Day
September 25
$175This will be an engaging and unique opportunity to meet and speak with CBP, state and local government officials, as well as importers and exporters walking the new path of cross border trade.
Customs. Community. Collaboration. A Border-Focused Trade Event in Burlington, VT
Highgate Springs Border Crossing Tour and Presentations
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Join the Coalition of New England Companies for Trade (CONECT) for a tour of the Highgate border crossing, and a short day of informative presentations by U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) officials, State of Vermont government representatives, Canadian trade experts, and U.S importers and exporters navigating the current trade terrain.
This will be an engaging and unique opportunity to meet and speak with CBP, state and local government officials, as well as importers and exporters walking the new path of cross border trade.
The day will include presentations, keynote luncheon, coach transportation to and from the hotel, and a tour of Highgate Springs Border Crossing. This full day event will close with a networking reception.
Event Highlights
Morning Sessions & Luncheon Keynote at Hotel Champlain
- Expert presentations from U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP)
- Keynotes and insights from Vermont state leaders
- Explore cross-border trade updates, compliance trends, and supply chain security
- Connect with importers, exporters, and logistics professionals from U.S. and Canada
- Confirmed Speakers
- Senator Peter Welch, U.S. Senator, VT
- Mark FeDuke, Director of Trade Compliance & Policy, North America, VLM Foods USA Ltd
- William Ferrara, Former Executive Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Field Operations, U.S. CBP
- Timothy Lacasse, Assistant Director of Field Operations ADFO, U.S. CBP
- Aaron Libbey, Chief Growth Officer, Altana
Afternoon Border Tour
- Behind-the-scenes tour of Highgate Springs Border Crossing
- Roundtrip transportation provided via coach bus
- Hear from CBP’s Area Port of Vermont Senior Official
Networking reception will be held at Hotel Champlain after returning from the tour.
Registration Fees:
| Full Day (includes presentations, keynote luncheon, Highgate tour, reception): | $175 | |
| Half Day (includes presentations and keynote luncheon): | $125 |
Hotel Room Block: A group block is available to attendees; the link is available upon request. Please email Susan at [email protected].
Room rate is $209/night, plus tax (parking and daily fee waived).
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Questions? Email us at [email protected].