Online Webinar Series
September/October 2020
Wednesdays 10 am - 12 pm
September 23
September 30
October 7
October 14
We provide an overview of the business of shipping on the Columbia River. The class explores the history of the River, the infrastructure, ports and terminals, and the economic impact of the imports and exports to this region. Furthermore, we review the types of vessels that travel the River and introduce the maritime industry parties and their essential roles to shipping.
Shipping 101 is the the first course in the Shipping Education Series! Courses can be taken in any order, and are designed for both new and experienced Maritime industry professionals.
Agenda
SESSION 1: Introduction to the Columbia River
Wednesday, Sept 23 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Introduction and Welcome
Mary Wiley, Merchants Exchange
Columbia River History
Columbia River Ports and Terminals
Rob Rich, Shaver Transportation
Cargo Categories and Modes of Transportation
Michael Richards, Port of Portland
SESSION 2: How does the Columbia River work?
Wednesday, Sept 30 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Introduction and Welcome
Mary Wiley, Merchants Exchange
Columbia River Imports/Exports and the Economy
Columbia River Infrastructure & Treaty
Kristin Meira, Pacific Northwest Waterways Association
SESSION 3: Who is involved in Maritime Shipping?
Wednesday, October 7 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Introduction and Welcome
Mary Wiley, Merchants Exchange
Involved Parties and Potential Parties
Regulators and Regulations
Russ Lyzell, General Steamship
SESSION 4: How does Maritime Shipping work?
Wednesday, October 14 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Introduction and Welcome
Mary Wiley, Merchants Exchange
Key Shipping Terms and Documents
Tina Lyons, Double River Forwarding
Merchants Exchange and Marine Operations Services
Maritime Industry Trade Associations
Liz Wainwright
Registration
Our online classroom will be hosted through GoToWebinar.com! With live and recorded access to each session. Click here to register.
Please RSVP by September 22, 2020, to be registered for this four part series. No cancellations or refunds after September 23, 2020. Substitutions permitted.
Your reservation package includes:
– One pass to all four sessions of our online class, taught live by industry experts.
– Access to recordings of our live classes for the following two weeks.
– Your own digital student guide with all presenter slides (in PDF).
– Certificate upon completion (hard copy mailed and digital certificate in PDF).
For more information on this or other Shipping Education Series classes, please contact our coordinator:
Aaron Garber-Paul
503-220-2092