Annual Conference

What is the NFPA Annual Conference?

The Annual Conference is one of the best ways to connect with others in the fluid power industry. As NFPA's most-attended event, the conference offers an exclusive, members-only experience to strengthen our fluid power community. The event features engaging presentations from expert speakers and ample opportunities to network with industry peers. The 2025 Annual Conference will include the NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser, on site at the hotel. Not a Golfer? New to Annual Conference 2025? Please join us at one of our other fundraiser opportunities.

Hotel Information

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

The NFPA room block at the Loews Ventana Canyon for our Annual Conference is currently full. However, we anticipate movement in and out of the block as we approach the event.

Below is a list of alternative options:

Westin La Paloma
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Hacienda del Sol
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El Conquistador
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Embassy Suites Tucson Paloma Village
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Westward Look Wyndham Grand
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Contact Carrie Berger at cberger@nfpa.com to join our waitlist, or to make a cancellation to your current hotel reservation.

7000 N Resort Dr, Tucson, AZ 85750

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Foyer

Registration

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Foyer

Tabletop Exhibition

Get your business in front of attendees at Annual Conference via the Tabletop Exhibition! Each participating company will receive an 8-foot, black clothed table with two chairs in the location during the duration of the conference.

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Grand Ballroom

Opening Keynote

Stewart McQuillan and Sea McClung, NV3Foundation and Aeroleg - Pneumatic Helicopter Controls for Paraplegic Pilots

6:00pm - 6:30pm

Outside of Ballroom

Helicopter and Equipment Viewing

View the helicopter for the opening presentation (Available for viewing throughout the conference.)

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Ventana Heights Terrace

Opening Networking Welcome Reception

7:00am - 2:00pm

Foyer

Registration

7:00am - 2:00pm

Foyer

Tabletop Exhibition

7:00am - 8:30am

Foyer

Networking Breakfast

7:30am - 8:30am

Salon J/K/L

Open Council Meetings

CID Council (Salon L), Supplier Council (Salon K), Distributor Council (Salon J).

8:30am - 9:15am

Grand Ballroom

Opening Comments and Annual Meeting

9:15am - 10:00am

Grand Ballroom

The Challenges and Bright Future for Fluid Power

Jenny Parmentier, Parker Hannifin

10:00AM - 10:30AM

Break

10:30am - Noon

Grand Ballroom

Geopolitical Disruption and What it Means for Your Business

Alex Chausovsky of Bundy Group & Eugene Chausovsky of New Lines Institutes.

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bill's Grill & Cascade Terrace

Networking Lunch

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Grand Ballroom

Voice of the OEM Presentations and Discussions

Dan Bagley of B&B Management Labs, LLC; Koji Hasegawa of Kubota Innovation Center Silicon Valley; Sean Johnson of Caterpillar & Robert Komljenovic of Acieta.

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Canyon Club

Leadership Network Meeting, Reception and Dinner*

Invite Only

2:30pm -

Afternoon/Evening on Your Own

7:00am - 2:00pm

Foyer

Registration

7:00am - 8:00am

Foyer

Networking Breakfast

7:00am - 12:00pm

Foyer

Tabletop Exhibition

8:00am - 8:30am

Grand Ballroom

Opening Comments and Foundation Updates

8:30am - 10:00am

Grand Ballroom

CID Panel Presentations

Adam Livesay, Elevat

10:00am - 10:15am

Break

10:15am - 11:45am

Grand Ballroom

Pricing Optimization

David Bauder, SPARXiQ

12:30pm Shotgun

Golf Staging Area (outside of Flying V)

NFPA Foundation Golf Fundraiser*

*Registrants only

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Ventana Heights Terrace

NFPA Foundation Cornhole Fundraiser*

*Registrants Only

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Coyote Corral

Closing Reception and Dinner Event

Western themed or casual attire recommended

OUR SPEAKERS AT THE EVENT

Learn about industry forecasts, geopolitical and technology trends, the global marketplace and more from the following general session speakers.

Dan Bagley Principal of StrategicInk

David Bauders Chief Executive Officer at SPARXiQ

Eugene Chausovsky Senior Director, Analytical Development and Training Department at New Lines Institute

Alex Chausovsky Director of Analytics and Consulting at Bundy Group

Koji Hasegawa General Manager at Kubota Innovation Center Silicon Valley

Sean Johnson Engineering Manager at Caterpillar Inc.

Robby Komlijenovic Former Chairman & CEO of Acieta

Jennifer A. Parmentier Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer at Parker Hannifin

Adam Livesay Founder of Elevāt Inc.

Sean McClung Co-Founder of National Veterans Vocational Village (NV3) Foundation

Stewart McQuillan Co-Founder of National Veterans Vocational Village (NV3) Foundation

Tabletop Exhibition Opportunity

Showcase Your Solutions with Our New Tabletop Exhibition

Exclusive First-Time Opportunity: Get your business in front of attendees with an 8-foot, black-clothed table and two chairs in a prime, high-traffic location during the conference. Display your product or service and network with potential clients throughout the week.
This addition has been a key request from our Supplier and CID Councils! Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your table with your registration.
Tabletops cost $2,000, and include one free conference registration.

Contact Carrie Berger at cberger@nfpa.com for more information.

NFPA Foundation Fundraisers

The mission of the NFPA Foundation is to increase the number of technical college and university students educated in fluid power and connect them to careers in the fluid power industry.

Thanks to the generosity and efforts of companies and individuals in the fluid power industry, the NFPA Foundation's workforce development initiatives have impacted thousands of students at all grade levels across the country through education programs, scholarships and opportunities that support educators and schools and offer NFPA members a direct connection to emerging talent and opportunities to increase your company visibility among students and faculty near them.

Golf

Located just steps from the front lobby and in conjunction with the Ventana Golf & Racquet Club, we offer two Tom Fazio-designed championship 18-hole golf courses. Both courses are designed to blend into the Santa Catalina Mountains’ natural features. Weaving through desert cacti and scenic canyons, the courses embody the character of the Sonoran Desert landscape, as well as a unique variety of desert fauna. The Canyon Course winds through the inspiring beauty of the Esperero Canyon and incorporates the massive rock formation known as Whaleback Rock.

Please contact Carrie Berger at cberger@nfpa.com with any questions regarding golf registration.

Par

Overall Fee: $450

Price Includes:

$100 donation to the NFPA Foundation
Green fees for one player; box lunch with beverage; one sleeve of golf balls

Birdie

Overall Fee: $975

Price Includes:

$600 donation to the NFPA Foundation
Green fees for one player; box lunch with beverage; one sleeve of golf balls
Your company logo and link to your company website will be featured on the golf page of the conference website and on golf event signage

Eagle

Overall Fee: $1,575

Price Includes:

$1,200 donation to the NFPA Foundation
Green fees for one player; box lunch with beverage; one sleeve of golf balls
Your company logo and link to your company website will be featured on the golf page of the conference website and on golf event signage
Skill hole sponsorship with signage at the hole (longest drive, longest putt, closest to water but dry for example)

Cornhole Tournament

New to Annual Conference 2024, join us for a cornhole tournament supporting the NFPA Foundation. Participation fee includes a $75 donation to the foundation, light appetizers, beer and soda, and entrance into the tournament (price stays the same if you are just watching). The donation portion of the fundraiser fee is non-refundable.

Please contact Carrie Berger at cberger@nfpa.com with any questions regarding registration.

Tournament Participant

Overall Fee: $200

Tournament Spectator

Overall Fee: $200

Spouse/Guest Excursion

Explore the Stunning Sabino Canyon!

Enhance your experience at the 2025 NFPA Annual Conference with our Spouse/Guest Program, offering exclusive activities and opportunities to enjoy the beauty of the area!

Spouse/Guest Activity: Sabino Canyon Adventure

When: Wednesday, February 26th.
What: Explore the stunning Sabino Canyon! Guests will be transported to the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area for a memorable outing, which includes:
- A one-hour narrated tram tour through the canyon.
- A 30-minute guided Nature Walk to admire towering saguaros, flowing Sabino Creek, and glimpses of wildlife.
The adventure begins at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center and promises a scenic and relaxing experience in this natural landmark.

Attendee Benefits:

Access to all conference meals.
A dedicated spouse/guest activity on Wednesday, February 26th.
A 10% discount on any spa service or treatment for guests registered with the group.

Important: Make sure to select the box for the Sabino Canyon event when registering if you plan to attend.

For questions, contact Carrie Berger at cberger@nfpa.com.

Join us for this unique opportunity to connect, relax, and explore!