ICTF’s Inaugural U.S. SymposiumNovember 7-9, 2010Boca Raton Resort & Club, Boca Raton, FL

International Credit & Trade Finance“Strategic International Credit Management, Recovery and Growth in Uncertain Times”

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8:00 am The Inaugural ICTF Golf Tournament

6:00 – 7:00 pm Evening Reception – Welcome to ICTF & Boca Raton

Monday, November 8th

8:00 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast

8:30 am ICTF Inaugural Conference Opening

8:45 – 9:45 am Keynote Address: Capitalism on The BrinkPresenter: Jeffry A. Frieden, Stanfield Professor of International Peace, Harvard University

9:45 – 10:45 am Managing Global A/R Portfolios, Driving Improved Credit and Collection Results, Enhancing Liquidity and Achieving Peak Performance in Uncertain Times Explore innovative ideas, effective A/R portfolio approaches and practical global credit management tactics implemented by major multinationals, which have lead to significant improvements of credit and collections results, reduced DSO and working capital optimization.

Presenters: Richard Clark, Director, Corporate Credit – Parker Hannifin Corp. David Weidinger, Senior Director, Credit & A/R – The McGraw-Hill Companies

10:45 – 11:15 am Networking Coffee Break

11:15 – 12:15 pm Advanced Export Trade Finance Techniques and Export Financing Alternatives Addressing the Global “Dash for Cash” Offering longer and more competitive terms, speeding up cash flow, cutting DSO and increasing sales is not an unachievable goal. The panel of experts will present alternatives addressing the need for arranging separate financing for exports vs. domestic sales; borrowing against export receivables; legal issues around financing export sales and using cross-border factoring and forfaiting to finance exports, manage risks, and outsource credit and collection activities.

Discussion Leader: Buddy Baker, VP Global Trade Services – Fifth Third Bank

Panelists: Sami Altaher, Executive Director – FGI FinanceGreg Bernardi, President – London Forfaiting Americas Mike Carsella, Managing Director – Previsio Partners

12:15 – 1:30 pm Networking Luncheon

1:30 – 2:30 pm The ICTF WorldWatch Tour Join Dr. Belcsák as he takes us on a tour around the world and shares his wisdom, discussing the most important economic and political developments shaping global markets and export credit risk management strategies.

Presenter: Dr. Hans Belcsák, President – S.J.Rundt & Associates

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2:30 – 3:45 pm Latin America: Credit Risk Assessment, Security Instruments and Pitfalls You Must Avoid An insightful and practical look at the Latin American region, discussing how to assess and mitigate credit and collection risks, how to enhance your position as a trade creditor without jeopardizing the relationship with your new and existing customers and how to avoid common and hidden pitfalls so you can get paid on time.

Discussion Leader: Russell D’Souza, Director Global Credit Risk Mgmt. – Hanesbrands, Inc.

Panelists: Rafael Castillo-Triana, President – FTAA Consulting Inc.Angela Hodges, Latin America Credit Supervisor – Eastman Chemical Latin America Inc. Walter Rebello, Corporate Credit Manager – Ravago Americas

3:45 – 4:15 pm Networking Coffee Break

4:15 – 5:30 pm The ICTF Ideas Exchange ForumICTF’s unique swap of ideas and discussion of what works and what doesn’t. Submit your questions today and benefit from the collective knowledge and experience of your industry peers.

Discussion Leader: Paul Beretz, Managing Director – Pacific Business Solutions

Panelists: Alice Knight, V.P. Finance & Administration – Paper Products Marketing (USA) Inc.Bill Kulkens, CCE, CICP, Director Export Credit – Milliken & Co. Carlos Machado, International Financial Risk Manager – Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Co. Tina Sorrels, Director Global Credit – AJC International, Inc. Marc Wagman, Managing Director – Smyyth LLC

6:00 – 7:00 pm Networking Cocktail Hour

Tuesday, November 9th

8:00 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast

8:30 – 9:30 am Keynote Address: EXIM Bank’s Support for US Exporters – New Programs and Philosophy Keynote Speaker: Alice Albright, Executive Vice President and COO – EXIM Bank

9:30 – 10:30 am Managing Multicultural Teams for Peak Performance Valuable insight and strategies for effective intercultural communication and management of multicultural teams – gain an understanding of the barriers that people of different cultural backgrounds may experience, identify cultural differences and strategies for bridging them, and learn how to effectively facilitate difficult dialogues.

Presenter: Dave Eaton, Founder, Practice Leader – Aperian Global

10:30 – 11:00 am Networking Coffee Break

11:00 – 12:00 pm The State of Export Credit Insurance - 2011 and BeyondFind out what the major export credit insurers are up to. An interactive discussion of the state of the credit insurance market, the insurers’ perception of risk, underwriting philosophies, loss expectations, available capacity and projections for 2011 and beyond.

Discussion Leaders: Mary Duhig, Director – Aon Trade CreditJeff Jankowiak, Partner – IRC Group

Panelists: Representatives from ACE, Atradius, Chartis, Coface, Euler and FCIA

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12:00 pm Conference Adjourns

12:00 – 2:00 pm

OpTIONaL $95 addITIONaL fee

Lunch and Learn Workshop A: Export Credit and Risk Management – Assessment and Financial Statement AnalysisA comprehensive overview of the nuances and intricacies of export credit, including international customers’ and country risk assessment, and financial statement analysis.

Presenters: Paul Beretz, Managing Director – Pacific Business Solutions Nick Tiltman, FICM, CCE,CICP, Managing Director – European Plus Ltd.

12:00 – 2:00 pm

OpTIONaL $95 addITIONaL fee

Lunch and Learn Workshop B: Export Regulatory Compliance – US Regulations and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act The laws and regulations governing international trade are rigorously enforced. Export compliance requires a proactive approach from the export credit department – your company’s first line of defense, plus the ability to detect ‘red flags’ and establish effective policies and procedures.

Presenter: Dick Gref, Managing Director – Export Credit Consulting, LLC

Speaker Biographies

To view the Speaker Biographies, please visit the Symposium webpage on ICTF’s website: www.ictfworld.org

Conference Fees

ICTF MembersRegister by October 1, 2010: $650After October 1, 2010: $775

* Receive a $100 total discount if registering more than one person from the same company.

Non-MembersYou are cordially invited to the ICTF Inaugural US Symposium to experience the power of ICTF – you may register at the discounted ICTF member rate! We look forward to seeing you in Boca Raton!

Lunch and Learn Workshop A (optional) $95Lunch and Learn Workshop B (optional) $95

ICTF Inaugural Golf TournamentOne Person $100Foursome $400

To Register Visit ICTF’s Website:www.ictfworld.org

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Hotel Information

Photo courtesy Boca Raton Resort.

Boca Raton Resort, The Waldorf Astoria Collection 501 East Camino Real Boca Raton, Florida USA 33432 Tel: +1-561-447-3000

Room Rate: Room Rate: $155 per night plus $20 resort fee and applicable taxes

Reservations must be made by October 13, 2010.

To make your hotel reservation, please click on the link below: http://waldorfastoria.hilton.com/en/wa/groups/personalized/BCTRCWA-AICTEP-20101101/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG

You may also call the hotel and ask for the International Credit and Trade Finance Association Group Rate.

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Golf Golf

Join fellow golfers at 8am on Sunday, November 7th for the ICTF Inaugural Golf Tournament, have fun and play golf at the spectacular Boca Raton Resort & Club Golf Course.

The Boca Raton Resort & Club’s Golf Course has long been known as the “place to play” in Southeast Florida. That tradition dates back to 1926 when the Cloister Inn’s first golf professional was none other than Tommy Armour (1926-1955) aka the “Silver Scot”. Equally as impressive was the golf professional that followed him, none other than “Slammin’ Sam”, Mr. Sam Snead (1956-1969).

The Resort Course has been transformed a time or two since then, most recently in 1997 when the golf course was completely renovated to its current layout by famed architect Gene Bates. The 6,250 yard layout features lush fairways, elevation changes, well manicured greens along with a magnificent waterfall featured on the 12th green. Players of all skill levels will enjoy this gem of a course with its five sets of tees to accommodate any player. Make sure to steer clear of the almost 13 surface acres of water that guards this jewel.

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