speakers = new Array;
speakers['L1'] = new Array;
speakers['L1'][-1] = 'Address Management & Your Bottom Line';
speakers['L2'] = new Array;
speakers['L2'][-1] = 'Direct Mail - Grow Your Business';
speakers['L3'] = new Array;
speakers['L3'][-1] = 'Shipping Made Easy';
speakers['L4'] = new Array;
speakers['L4'][-1] = 'Stamps';
speakers['L5'] = new Array;
speakers['L5'][-1] = 'PostalONE!';
speakers['L6'] = new Array;
speakers['L6'][-1] = 'Safety, Security and Ethics';
speakers['L7'] = new Array;
speakers['L7'][-1] = 'Intelligent Mail';
speakers['L8'] = new Array;
speakers['L8'][-1] = 'Mail Verification';
speakers['L9'] = new Array;
speakers['L9'][-1] = 'Community and Government Relations';
speakers['L10'] = new Array;
speakers['L10'][-1] = 'Doing Business with The Postal Service';
speakers['L11'] = new Array;
speakers['L11'][-1] = 'Value of PCC Membership';
speakers['L12'] = new Array;
speakers['L12'][-1] = 'Other';
speakers['L1'][0] = {
subtopic:'Address Element Correction (AEC) and Delivery Force Knowledge™ ',
desc:'Don\'t let another customer or sales opportunity slip through your fingers because of a "bad" address. We have just the tool to fix them. Find out how Address Element Correction (AEC) uses a complex computer program to resolve questionable addresses on your mailing list. AECII goes a step further enabling USPS delivery unit personnel to correct those difficult addresses. It\'s fast, it\'s easy, and it\'s affordable.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L1'][1] = {
subtopic:'Address Quality Tools Using LINK Technologies',
desc:' Learn about how the USPS\' secure data technology (LINK) is changing the way that addressing products are made available. Discover how to use NCOALink™, ANKLink™ LACSLink™, SUITELink™ and others to reduce undeliverable mail and increase quality in your addressing strategy.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange a speaker. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L1'][2] = {
subtopic:'Update – Maintain Contact with Customers on the Move',
desc:'Keep your ever-changing customer address list up to date. Learn about the latest proven pre-mailing and post-mailing Move Update options available. These tools provide an affordable option to help you reduce undeliverable mail and stay in contact with your customers.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange a speaker. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L1'][3] = {
subtopic:'PS&P – The One-Stop Addressing Resource You Need',
desc:'Need help determining which product does what? The Products, Services, and Publications (PS&P) guide is the ultimate addressing resource. It provides a comprehensive look at the suite of Address Management products including: ACS™ NCOALink™, Address Element Correction and CASS™, among dozens of others.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange a speaker. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L1'][4] = {
subtopic:'Three Steps to Total Address Quality',
desc:'Decisions made about address quality affect your ability to reach valued customers. A comprehensive Address Quality strategy includes standardizing, validating, and updating your address list. Learn how to implement the right tools for your mailings, leverage the effectiveness of your address list, and get the edge that you need to reach your customers successfully.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L1'][5] = {
subtopic:'Standardize – The Foundation of Your Address Quality Process',
desc:'Discover proven techniques, essential tools and the importance of using USPS certified address-matching software and data products, such as ZIP +4®, Carrier Route, City State, and Delivery Statistics to decrease your postage costs, speed up delivery, and enhance your sales. ',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L1'][6] = {
subtopic:'Validate - Making the Most of Your Standardized Addresses',
desc:'Once you have a standardized address to work with, it is crucial that you take the next step and validate that the address is a known delivery point within the USPS delivery database. And it\'s easy to do! Discover the tools available to validate addresses, update rural style addresses into city style addresses, and even find solutions for troublesome addresses as well. Make address validation a common practice and you\'ll reduce undeliverable mail and have the utmost confidence in the deliverability of your address data.',
dept:'Address Management - National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L1'][7] = {
subtopic:'MQC – Mailpiece Design in an Easy to Use Self-Study Course',
desc:'Mailpieces that are designed to comply with Postal Service guidelines can significantly reduce postage costs and enhance service. Learn how the MQC self-study course can teach you about mailpiece design, proper addressing, barcoding requirements and other key Postal Service regulations. It\'s easy to use and affordable.',
dept:'Address Management – National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange a speaker. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L1'][8] = {
subtopic:'OneCode ACS - The Newest Option for Address Change Information',
desc:'Keeping up with customers as they move can be extremely challenging. Discover how the new Intelligent Mail Barcode can provide you electronic address corrections. It\'s the best method to receive notifications that your customers have moved when your mail is undeliverable-as-addressed.',
dept:'Address Management -National Customer Support Center',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange a speaker. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L1'][9] = {
subtopic:'Addressing & Your Bottom Line (Full Version)',
desc:'In today\'s business environment you need every competitive advantage you can get. Learn how a comprehensive Address Quality strategy can save you money, improve your bottom line, and help give you the edge you need to be successful. Includes discussion of individual address quality products and services available to customers',
dept:'HQ Product Mgmt.',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Requires audience of at least 100 attendees.'
}
speakers['L1'][10] = {
subtopic:'Addressing & Your Bottom Line (Overview Version)',
desc:'In today\'s business environment you need every competitive advantage you can get. Learn how a comprehensive Address Quality strategy can save you money, improve your bottom line, and help give you the edge you need to be successful. Includes overview of address quality products and services available to customers.',
dept:'HQ Product Mgmt.',
contact:'Charles Hunt will arrange all speakers. (901) 681-4651 charles.b.hunt@usps.gov',
attendance:'Requires audience of at least 100 attendees.'
}
speakers['L2'][0] = {
subtopic:'Using Direct Mail to Grow Your Business',
desc:'In today\'s highly segmented environment, learn why an integrated marketing campaign that uses TV, radio, newspapers, Internet, etc. as sales channels should include Direct Mail. To maximize a marketing campaign\'s success, Direct Mail offers unique benefits that mass media do not. ',
dept:'HQ Product Mgmt.',
contact:'Contact Tim Kievit to arrange a speaker. (202) 268-7576',
attendance:'Requires audience of at least 100 attendees.'
}
speakers['L2'][1] = {
subtopic:'The Power of Mail in Multi-Channel Marketing',
desc:'This focuses on the power which mail can deliver to retailers in supporting multi-channel marketing in a store/Internet environment.',
dept:'Market Research',
contact:'Greg Whiteman 202-268-3565 Manager',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L2'][2] = {
subtopic:'The Value of the Mail: the Mail Moment',
desc:'This focuses on the value which consumers receive from mail and how they use mail in managing their home life, from shopping, managing finances, and browsing for ideas and entertainment.',
dept:'Market Research',
contact:'Greg Whiteman 202-268-3565 Manager',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L2'][3] = {
subtopic:'NetPost Services',
desc:'With Postal Service online offerings you can do most of your work to prepare and execute a direct mailing from your desk, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Find out what online services are right for your business.',
dept:'New Business Opportunities',
contact:'Contact Shea Felix at (202) 268-6122, Mgr Online Solutions',
attendance:'Audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L2'][4] = {
subtopic:'Mailpiece Design',
desc:'A presentation on how mailpiece design impacts postage rates',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][0] = {
subtopic:'Future Technologies for Packages',
desc:'Stay on top of the new technologies for material handling, product tracking and data management that will help you make the best decisions for your business.',
dept:'Packages Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][1] = {
subtopic:'ABC\'s of Simple Shipping Solutions',
desc:'Everything you need to know about shipping documents and merchandise. Tools you need to save time and money while enhancing customer loyalty and promoting your brand. ',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][2] = {
subtopic:'Avoid Hidden Shipping Charges',
desc:'New higher "accessorial" charges by many shippers are busting budgets for many businesses. Learn ways to reduce and even eliminate these add-on charges.',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][3] = {
subtopic:'Co-branding your Packages with USPS ',
desc:'In addition to a vast array of standard packaging options, specialized and customized options for larger mailers promote your brand and help your bottom line. ',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][4] = {
subtopic:'Easy Convenient Shipping Options',
desc:'Your time is money. You can have more of both using the best new shipping options. Learn from the best.',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][5] = {
subtopic:'Expedited Package Shipping',
desc:'For your time-sensitive documents and merchandise you need service, speed and reliability. Learn about new features and options.',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Kristine Barton (202) 268-7972 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][6] = {
subtopic:'Returns Solutions to Enhance Customer/Client',
desc:'A convenient returns process enhances customer loyalty and retention. Many programs are available. What program is best for you and which do your customers prefer?',
dept:'Package Services',
contact:'Shoshana Grove (202) 268-7482 will arrange all speakers for Ground Shipping.
Kristine Barton (202) 268-7982 will arrange all speakers for Expedited Shipping.',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L3'][7] = {
subtopic:'Click-N-Ship®',
desc:'Bring the Post Office to your office. Discover the convenience of Internet shipping on usps.com. You can print labels, purchase insurance, pay for postage and schedule a pickup from your office or office computer.',
dept:'USPS.com',
contact:'Contact Shea Felix at (202) 268-6122, Mgr Online Solutions',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 – 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gathering will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L4'][0] = {
subtopic:'Stamp Program Publicity',
desc:'Stamp subjects offer many history lessons. View and learn about the new stamp program and how the USPS aggressively publicizes the program to the public through news media and events.',
dept:'Community Relations',
contact:'David Failor (703) 292-3926 Executive Director',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker\'s availability and a case-by-case basis. Call/email speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L4'][1] = {
subtopic:'From Idea to Postage: the Development of Stamps',
desc:'Learn about how the USPS goes about selecting stamp subjects and producing 35 billion stamps per year.',
dept:'Stamp Services',
contact:'David Failor (703) 292-3926 Executive Director',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker\'s availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L5'][0] = {
subtopic:'Postal One! Electronic Documentation & Electronic Postage ',
desc:'Learn how to get out of the time-consuming process of preparing hardcopy postage statements & supporting documentation. Discover the three different ways business customers can now submit their mailing information electronically into the PostalOne! System. Welcome to business mailings in the 21st Century!',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Robert Galaher (202) 268-8057 Mgr, Business Mail Acceptance Pritha Mehra (202) 268-8049 Mgr., Marketing Technology & Channel Management Melody McGee (202) 268-8068, Mgr Mailer Enterprise Integration Karen Zachok (202) 268-8779, Mgr Business Mailer Support',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L5'][1] = {
subtopic:'Postal One! Postage Statement Wizard',
desc:'Postal One! Postage Statement Wizard is designed to make it easy, quick and convenient for customers to complete, calculate, and submit a postage statement electronically to the Postal Service. Find out more about this new online application. If you aren\'t submitting your statements this way, you have to ask yourself, why aren\'t you? ',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Robert Galaher (202) 268-8057 Mgr, Business Mail Acceptance Pritha Mehra (202) 268-8049 Mgr., Marketing Technology & Channel Management Melody McGee (202) 268-8068, Mgr Mailer Enterprise Integration Karen Zachok (202) 268-8779, Mgr Business Mailer Support',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L5'][2] = {
subtopic:'PostalOne! Transportation Management ™',
desc:'PostalOne! TM provides a Supply Chain solution to customers by integrating Postal Service transportation and induction processes with mailer\'s production processes. Shipping systems are deployed into customer\'s mail production facilities, allowing them to book air & surface transportation assignments for their First-Class letters.',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Diane Smith (202) 268-8091 Marketing Specialist',
attendance:'Speaker audience of 75-100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and considered case-by-case. Please call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L5'][3] = {
subtopic:'Postal One! ',
desc:'PostalOne! Is the electronic link between information provided by customers on business mailings and the Postal Service\'s business mail acceptance, payment, and induction processes. Learn about the latest enhancements and future plans for PostalOne! Including Seamless Acceptance payment tracking, and reports for business mailings.',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Robert Galaher (202) 268-8057 Mgr, Business Mail Acceptance Pritha Mehra (202) 268-8049 Mgr., Marketing Technology & Channel Management Melody McGee (202) 268-8068, Mgr Mailer Enterprise Integration Karen Zachok (202) 268-8779, Mgr Business Mailer Support',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L6'][0] = {
subtopic:'Hazardous Materials',
desc:'Identification & handling requirements for HAZMAT per DMM C023, Pub 52, etc.',
dept:'Aviation Mail Security and Hazardous Materials',
contact:'Contact Mike Wilhelm (202) 268-4592, Hazardous Materials Programs Specialist',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 50 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L6'][1] = {
subtopic:'Aviation Mail Security',
desc:'Steps that customers can take to help ensure the safety of the mail and those who come into contact with it. (Addressing & packaging techniques, postal evidencing devises, mail custody, & more.',
dept:'Aviation Mail Security & Hazardous Materials',
contact:'Contact Evans King (202) 268- 4982, Aviations Mail Security',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 50 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L6'][2] = {
subtopic:'Mailroom Security/ Inspection Service Issues',
desc:'Learn about the mission of the Inspection Service, security controls for mailers, best practices for mail center security, and much more.',
dept:'Inspection Service',
contact:'Jose Obando (202) 268-4323 or JGObando@uspis.gov will coordinate information for Inspection Service Speakers',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 50 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L6'][3] = {
subtopic:'Overview of Mission & Structure of Office of the Inspector General',
desc:'Learn about the mission, jurisdiction, and oversight of postal products & services on behalf of the postal customer. ',
dept:'Office of the Inspector General',
contact:'Agapi Doulaveris Director Performance (703) 248-2286 Wally Olihovik, backup contact Stakeholder Relations Specialist (703) 248-2201',
attendance:'Speakers request audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L6'][4] = {
subtopic:'Government Ethics: Doing Business with the USPS (without anyone getting in trouble!)',
desc:'Presentation provides an overview of the conduct rules and statutes applicable to the conduct of Postal employees while engaged in business with outside entities.',
dept:'Government Ethics',
contact:'Helen Grant Chief Counsel (202) 268-3077',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 50 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L6'][5] = {
subtopic:'Private Express Statutes',
desc:'A presentation on understanding what they are and how they apply.',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L7'][0] = {
subtopic:'Using Intelligent Mail® Services to Drive Business Results',
desc:'Come hear up-to-the-minute progress on the development and use of INTELLIGENT MAIL Services, such as OneCodeCONFIRM™ - and learn how mailers are using these services to get immediate business results.',
dept:'Intelligent Mail and Address Quality',
contact:'Denise Bryant will arrange all speakers (202) 268-4180',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L7'][1] = {
subtopic:'Advantages of Using Intelligent Barcodes ',
desc:'4-State Customer Barcodes and other "intelligent" barcodes make every mailpiece unique and trackable - creating both internal and external mail visibility that provides opportunities for new and improved products and services, increases revenue potential and allows for operational and cost efficiencies. Learn about the latest advances in the use of intelligent barcodes. ',
dept:'Intelligent Mail Planning and Standards',
contact:'Carla Sherry will arrange all speakers. (703) 280-7068 carla.f.sherry@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L7'][2] = {
subtopic:'The OneCode Vision™ ',
desc:'The Postal Service is implementing end-to-end visibility into the mail stream through the use of INTELLIGENT MAIL® codes. The 4-state customer barcode for letters and flats will be used to track mail and request a variety of services. The enhanced distribution label for trays will enable tracking of larger unit loads. Come hear about progress in implementing these key programs.',
dept:'Intelligent Mail Planning and Standards',
contact:'Carla Sherry will arrange all speakers. (703) 280-7068 carla.f.sherry@usps.gov',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 75 -100 attendees. Opening, luncheon, or keynote speaker preferred. Engagement requests for smaller gatherings, or individual business sessions, are based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis.'
}
speakers['L7'][3] = {
subtopic:'Seamless Acceptance',
desc:'The future of Business Mail Acceptance is almost here. Learn how the Postal Service plans to accept business mail with Seamless Acceptance. Learn about intelligent mail barcodes, FAST, Surface Visibility, future PostalOne! Enhancements, and which mailers should be preparing for Seamless Acceptance today.',
dept:'Marketing & Technology Management',
contact:'Uni Han-Norton (202) 268-8437 Dana Nacke (202) 268-4743 Pritha Mehra Mgr, Marketing Technology & Channel Mgt',
attendance:'Speaker audience of 75-100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and considered case-by-case. Please call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L7'][4] = {
subtopic:'CONFIRM®',
desc:'Confirm is a subscription based service for all letters, flats and periodicals that allows mailers to use PLANET Code barcode technology to uniquely identify and track mail pieces in near real-time. Integrating CONFIRM® data into current business practices puts valuable information in the hands of corporate decision makers which may help reduce costs and enhance marketing efforts.',
dept:'HQ Product Mgmt.',
contact:'Contact Tim Kievit to arrange a speaker. (202) 268-7576',
attendance:'Requires audience of at least 100 attendees.'
}
speakers['L8'][0] = {
subtopic:'Electronic Mail Improvement Reporting (eMIR)',
desc:'Learn about a Web-based process for reporting mail preparation issues. eMIR, a new PostalOne! enhancement, offers the potential of improved mail quality & service through innovation. ',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Sue Redman (202) 268-8073 Marketing Specialist',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L8'][1] = {
subtopic:'Electronic Verification System (eVS)',
desc:'eVS allows high-volume package mailers to take advantage of destination entry rates. It allows mailers to document postage and special service fees using electronic manifests transmitted over the Internet to the USPS.',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Neil Berger (202) 268-7267 Program Mgr Bob Silver (202) 268-8083 Customer Service Support Analyst Karen Zachok (202) 268-8779 Program Mgr., Business Mailer Support',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L8'][2] = {
subtopic:'MERLIN',
desc:'This presentation explains what MERLIN is and how Business Mail Entry Units and Detached Mail Units use it to improve customer mail quality',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Karen Magazino (202) 268-8078',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L8'][3] = {
subtopic:'Centralized Payment',
desc:'The Postal Service\'s Centralized Account Payment System, or CAPS, links business customer\'s Permits to an electronic payment process. A CAPS account can be either an ACH Debit or ACH Credit Account. Instead of continuing to fund your Trust account with cash or a check at the retail window, find out if Centralized Payment is right for your company',
dept:'Marketing Technology & Channel Management',
contact:'Derrick Barnette (202) 268-4642 Customer Service Support Analyst',
attendance:'Speaker audience of 75-100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and considered case-by-case. Please call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L9'][0] = {
subtopic:'US Postal Service Community Outreach Efforts',
desc:'This presentation covers the Postal Service\'s national outreach activities that allow us to use our resources to give back to the communities where we live and work: Delivering Gifts of Life Marrow Donor Campaign, Dog Bite Awareness, National Association of Letter Carriers\' Food Drive, ADVO Missing and Exploited Children, and many others.',
dept:'Community Relations',
contact:'Contact Connie Totten-Oldham at (202) 268-3276, Manager Public Affairs',
attendance:'Speaker requests audience of at least 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker\'s availability and a case-by-case basis. Call/email speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L9'][1] = {
subtopic:'Innovations',
desc:'The Postal Service continues to seek input from companies, entrepreneurs and creative individuals about new business concepts, cutting edge technologies, emerging trends, best practices, and innovative processes. The speaker will discuss opportunities for businesses and individuals to submit proposals to the Postal Service for new business initiatives which may lead to a cooperative business arrangement with the Postal Service',
dept:'Strategic Business Initiatives',
contact:'Linda S. Stewart 202) 268-6537 Manager, Strategic Business',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L9'][2] = {
subtopic:'Public Policy - Government Relations Update',
desc:'Learn the latest about Congressional action affecting USPS and the mailing community.',
dept:'Government Relations',
contact:'Kimberly Weaver 202-268-3429 Manager',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L9'][3] = {
subtopic:'Omnibus Rate Case',
desc:'Periodically, the Postal Service must raise rates. These presentations are designed to cover all aspects of the new rate proposal from a general overview to specific by class of mail (available after rate filing).',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L10'][0] = {
subtopic:'Revenue Assurance',
desc:'Learn how to avoid deficiencies, reduce costs and increase revenue. Emphasis on preparing the mail correctly the first time.',
dept:'Finance Administration',
contact:'Angelo Wider 202-268-3278 Manager, Finance Administration',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L10'][1] = {
subtopic:'Negotiated Service Agreements',
desc:'A presentation on NSAs, what they are, and how they work.',
dept:'Implementation and Outreach',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L10'][2] = {
subtopic:'Domestic Mail Manual Transformation',
desc:'Presentation on the transformation of the DMM.',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L10'][3] = {
subtopic:'Online Resources',
desc:'Presentations on accessing the Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) online and Business Mail 101: The ideal starting place for new business mailers.',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L11'][0] = {
subtopic:'The Power of Postal Customer Councils (PCCs)',
desc:'Learn about the customer-focused PCC Network and it\'s value-added programs. ',
dept:'Customer and Industry Marketing',
contact:'Steve Roberts, PCC Program Manager (202) 268-3537 will arrange for all speakers. Alixe Johnson, Manager, Customer & Industry Marketing Steve Roberts, PCC Program Manager Lewis Johnson, PCC Program',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Opening or Luncheon speaker preferred. Engagements at smaller gatherings, or for individual business sessions, will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L12'][0] = {
subtopic:'PostageNow—Electronic Postage for the Meter',
desc:'Learn how to reduce the cost of, improve the accuracy of, and reduce the time to put postage on your postage meter. ACH Credit and Debits, and wires will be discussed. Video includes customer testimonials.',
dept:'Corporate Treasury',
contact:'Contact Jan Verfurth, (202) 268-2935, Bank Relations Specialist',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Opening or luncheon speaker preferred. Approximately 30 minutes presentation, 7 minute video and PowerPoint presentation. Video projector required. Call speaker directly.'
}
speakers['L12'][1] = {
subtopic:'Revenue Growth (All Classes of Mail and Special Services)',
desc:'Learn about the potential of all Postal Service products and services, including Special Services, to help you meet the needs of your business.',
dept:'HQ Product Management',
contact:'Contact Tim Kievit to arrange a speaker. (202) 268-7576',
attendance:'Requires audience of at least 100 attendees.'
}
speakers['L12'][2] = {
subtopic:'Nonprofit Mail',
desc:'A presentation on eligibility and restrictions.',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L12'][3] = {
subtopic:'Periodicals',
desc:'Multiple presentations covering all aspects of mailing Periodicals.',
dept:'Marketing Strategy',
contact:'Contact Tom DeVaughan (202) 268-7463',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Engagements at smaller gatherings will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. '
}
speakers['L12'][4] = {
subtopic:'Postal Service Retailing at the Store & at the Door',
desc:'Learn how the Postal Service is providing its customers with more service and greater convenience in the post office and at your home or office.',
dept:'Retail Marketing',
contact:'Janet Webster (202) 268-5091 Manager',
attendance:'Speaker audience of at least 75 - 100 attendees. Opening or Luncheon speaker preferred. Engagements at smaller gatherings, or for individual business sessions, will be based on speaker availability and a case-by-case basis. Call speaker directly.'
}