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About CONECT
Our Mission
CONECT’s mission is to educate the New England and Northeast region's business community, as well as local, state, and federal government representatives as to the benefits and importance of free and fair trade to our region. Our Purpose
CONECT provides educational and networking opportunities to keep its members well informed. CONECT serves as a unified and highly effective voice to enhance the trade and transportation infrastructure for the trade.
History
The Coalition of New England Companies for Trade (CONECT), a non-profit, member-based business association for companies involved in international trade and/or transportation. Incorporated in 1991, CONECT now serves over 1,200 members representing over 250 U.S. companies and organizations, including major importers, exporters, and related service providers. The association serves the interests of New England and Northeast region businesses that depend on international trade. CONECT is comprised of importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders, truckers, port authorities, NVOCCs, intermodal carriers, logistics providers, banks, law firms, cargo facilities, consultants, and others active in international trade. View HistoryExecutive Board
Board of Directors
Advocacy on Capitol Hill
Peter Friedmann,
CONECT Counsel Peter Friedmann is a Washington, D.C. “insider.” He is a frequently quoted authority on trade and transportation policy, and the Congressional and Executive Branch agendas. Peter is a CONECT founder and Principal of FBB Federal Relations, P.C. in Washington, D.C. where he represents a diverse array of public and private sector clients. He regularly provides his insights on current events in "Peter Friedmann's View from the Hill." More about Peter View from the Hill
CONECT in DC and Beyond
CONECT serves as a unified and highly effective voice to enhance the trade and transportation infrastructure. CONECT provides its members with pro-trade advocacy in Washington D.C., as well as educational programs, information updates, and conferences that have featured such high-level decision makers as commissioners of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Federal Maritime Commission. Join the MEMBERS ONLY weekly Tuesday @ 10:00 call to discuss the latest industry news and legislation. Register Policy PapersCommittees
Customs Compliance
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Cybersecurity
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Export Sanctions and Controls
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Next Generation
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Transportation
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