Overview

2022 Annual Meeting

Sunday, March 13 - Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113

The Annual Meeting is the world's premier refining meeting, assembling key executives, decision-makers, and technical experts from refining businesses, technology providers, contracting and consulting firms, and equipment manufacturers around the world. 

Sunday March 13, 2022
09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
Registration
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Opening Reception
Monday March 14, 2022
07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Registration
07:30 AM - 08:45 AM
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
General Breakfast
09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 01:45 PM
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
General Session: Industry’s Role in the Energy Transition
Sponsored Content
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Tuesday March 15, 2022
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration
07:30 AM - 09:15 AM
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Sponsored Content
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Sponsored Content
11:45 AM - 02:00 PM
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Sponsored Content
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Time Title
09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
Registration
04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Opening Reception
Time Title
07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Registration
07:30 AM - 08:45 AM
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
General Breakfast
09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 01:45 PM
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
General Session: Industry’s Role in the Energy Transition
Sponsored Content
04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Time Title
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration
07:30 AM - 09:15 AM
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Sponsored Content
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Sponsored Content
11:45 AM - 02:00 PM
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Sponsored Content
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

2022 Annual Meeting

Sunday, March 13 - Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113

Special Events

All ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only. Tickets can be purchased at time of registration. To purchase tickets after registration is completed, click on Register Now, save through to the Events page and add the tickets you wish to purchase without making any other changes to the registration. You will only be charged for what has been added.  Ticket sales conclude when online registration closes March 4.

Special Events Fees
Name Price Available To
Government Relations Breakfast
GR Breakfast Ticket $60.00 Registered Attendees Only
Annual Luncheon
Annual Luncheon Ticket $125.00 Registered Attendees Only
Annual Luncheon - Table of 6
Annual Luncheon - Table of 6 $750.00 Members Only
Closing Reception
Closing Happy Hour $75.00 Registered Attendees Only

2022 Annual Meeting

Sunday, March 13 - Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113

Ticketed Functions:

These functions are open to registered attendees and registered spouses only.

Tickets must be purchased by March 4 in order to attend any of these functions.  No tickets or same-day seating will be available on-site. 

Meeting Attire:

Business

Travel:

Taxi: Approximate cost from SAT International Airport to the downtown hotels is $25 one way.

Parking: Valet - $43.00 USD; Self-Parking - $37.00 USD.

Meeting App:

The AFPM Meeting app contains an up to date attendee list, up-to-the-minute program details, session surveys, speaker information, as well as information regarding hospitality suites. Also, be sure to use the app to connect with attendees at the conference through the exclusive messaging service provided through the app. The app will be available to registered attendees two (2) weeks before the conference.

 

Housing

Reservations cannot be made prior to registration. If you register before the hotel cut-off date, you will receive a link to make a hotel reservation once your registration is complete. You can also find the link to reserve your housing at the top of your confirmation email.

Be sure to register and reserve your room by February 17. The room block rate cannot be guaranteed after this date.

Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113

Guest Room:
Rate: $243.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $243.00 Single/Double Occupancy

By registering for this meeting you signify that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by AFPM's policies on registration, housing, cancellation, spouse/guest registration, and fees.



COVID-19 Safety Protocols
AFPM is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC guidelines, city/state regulations, and venue practices. Due to the changing nature of these restrictions and requirements, AFPM will release official safety protocols two weeks prior to the conference that all staff and attendees must follow while present at the conference.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination OR negative PCR test required
AFPM values your support of our events. Your health and safety and that of all our registrants is of the utmost importance. Therefore, we have decided to require all in-person participants to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 72 hours of arrival. This action is part of comprehensive measures taken to protect the health and safety of everyone present at AFPM gatherings and allow us to once again return to face-to-face meetings confidently.

Registration Policy
Those who are present at the site of an AFPM meeting and/or occupy a hotel room in the AFPM room block to conduct business with industry personnel gathered for that meeting are expected to register for that meeting and pay the registration fee, whether or not they attend a specific function.

Member Fee Eligibility
The member rate is based on membership information currently on file with AFPM. If your company is not currently a member, the non-member fees will be charged to your credit card.

Spouse/Guest Policy
A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend or an adult child (18 years old or older) who is not in an industry-related occupation. A co-worker, an associate, or a spouse who works within the industry may not use the Spouse/Guest Registration category.

Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be submitted in writing and emailed to AM@afpm.org. Substitute conference registrations may be made in advance or on arrival with no penalty. Substitutions can be made online by the individual who entered the registration or can be submitted in writing to AM@afpm.org.

Cancellations may be made on or before February 4, 2022 with no penalty. Cancellations must be submitted in writing. Written cancellations postmarked, faxed, or emailed between February 5 and February 18, 2022 will receive a refund of fees, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds after February 18, 2022. No telephone cancellations.

Individual Ticket Refund Policy


Refunds will be made on individual tickets purchased, if request is received in writing prior to March 4, 2022. No refunds after March 4. Ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only.

Table Ticket Refund Policy


Refunds will be made on tables of tickets for the Annual Luncheon purchased, if request is received in writing prior to March 4, 2022. No refunds on tables after March 4. Ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only.

Recording Policy
Video recording, streaming or broadcasting of the exhibit hall, general sessions, workshops and discussions is strictly prohibited. Audio recording is permitted only in the workshops and for the sole purpose of private use. Any recording for purposes of reproduction or distribution without the written consent of the AFPM is strictly prohibited.

Photo Release
By registering for this conference, I hereby grant AFPM, its licensees and assigns, the right to use my name, biographic material, as well as, photos, or videos taken of me during the conference in news media, websites, publications, programs, articles, and/or marketing materials.

AFPM Antitrust Guidelines
AFPM takes its antitrust compliance obligations seriously and our antitrust policy goes beyond the minimum requirements.

To ensure compliance with the antitrust laws and avoid any appearance of anticompetitive activity, every participant in AFPM meetings and AFPM activities must adhere to the AFPM antitrust guidelines.

Therefore, there should be no discussion or disclosure of information with respect to:

  • Individual company's prices, profits, premiums, surcharges, or discounts;

  • your intent to do business with specific customers;

  • proposed product offerings;

  • allocation of geographic or product markets;

  • any refusal to deal with a customer or supplier;

  • how to respond to the market behavior of a competitor;

  • company's non-public, confidential information; or

  • any other topic involving a potentially anticompetitive practice.


It is not only your duty to follow the AFPM policy, but also to affirmatively stop any conversations on impermissible subjects. If a discussion presents an antitrust issue, raise your concern immediately. If the discussion continues, announce that you are leaving the meeting because you have an antitrust concern and immediately report your concern to AFPM staff and legal counsel. These Guidelines apply both during the meeting and at informal social events involving AFPM members.

This reference is an overview of AFPM's Antitrust Guidelines. It is not a substitute for legal counsel. Any and all antitrust related concerns should be addressed to AFPM's General Counsel.

Ethical Responsibility and Professional and Personal Conduct Code
The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (“AFPM”) has adopted the following “Ethical Responsibility and Professional and Personal Conduct Code” (hereinafter, “the Code”). Every member of AFPM, their designated representatives, and non-member attendees at all AFPM meetings and forums agree to abide by the Code as a condition of membership in AFPM and attendance and participation at AFPM meetings and forums.

The Code requires the following of all individuals attending AFPM meetings and forums:

  • Adherence to the AFPM bylaws and the AFPM policies and procedures, as adopted by AFPM’s Board of Directors.

  • Strict compliance with antitrust laws.

  • Adherence to all applicable federal and state laws.

  • Maintenance of the highest level of professional and personal ethical behavior while attending AFPM meetings and forums.

  • Prevention of certain behaviors, including harassment, violence, intimidation and discrimination of any kind involving race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or, where applicable, veteran or marital status.

  • Assurance that conduct at all times and in all professional and personal dealings with each other and other attendees is with the highest level of integrity and courtesy.

  • Sharing of knowledge and expertise as speakers at AFPM educational events and sessions whenever practicable, without soliciting or explicitly promoting their own organization's products or services.

  • Working to instill public and consumer confidence in the petrochemical and refining industries, its member companies, and its professionals, avoiding any action conducive to discrediting members of AFPM.

  • Refraining from scheduling general attendance meetings, receptions or other events at times that conflict with substantive programming or social events at AFPM meetings without express written permission of AFPM.


Failure to abide by the Code may result, for the first offense, in informal censure of a company or individual by the AFPM Executive Committee. If violations of the Code continue after such an informal censure, a company may be subject to expulsion from AFPM, or an individual to exclusion from participation in AFPM activities, by the Board of Directors.

Entertainment Policy
We ask your cooperation in observing Association policy on activities held in conjunction with any AFPM meeting:

  • Meetings or social activities should not be scheduled that take registrants away from AFPM programs and AFPM-sponsored activities;

  • Any company sponsoring a function to which 25 or more people are invited should outline its plans for advance approval by AFPM. In general, such functions will be approved if they do not unduly take registrants away from AFPM-sponsored activities;

  • All representatives of companies sponsoring hospitality activities are expected to register for the meeting;

  • Hospitality suites are expected to close by 12:00 a.m.;

  • Food, beverage and service personnel (bartenders, hostesses, etc.) must be obtained through the hotel catering department;

  • Suite promotional activities are to avoid the use of elaborate entertainment, expensive door prizes, suite attendance solicitation by individuals who are not full-time employees of the sponsoring company, or other similar activities.

2022 Annual Meeting

Sunday, March 13 - Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113

Sponsorship Information

Show your support for the industry and get additional exposure at the conference by sponsoring at the Annual Meeting.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.  Send an inquiry to sponsorships@afpm.org.

 

Click here to view the 2018 AFPM Sponsors.

Name Description Price
Diamond Level The Diamond Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 8 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table in the General Session/Luncheon - 60 minute Company Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees - 30 second company video to be played in the General Session - Company Email Distributed to all attendees $30,000 Select
Welcome Reception This signature event brings together all attendees for an evening of cocktails and networking. Its a perfect opportunity to have your company brand showcased as a leader in the industry. This included recognition in printed materials, onsite signage, ability to brand napkins or utilize other company branded items for the event. It also includes 8 complimentary registrations. $30,000 Select
Bag Sponsor Increase your visibility on a branded bag featuring your company logo and website. This will be available to all attendees who registered for the event. A sponsor may also provide one piece of literature or branded giveaway attendees may take with the bag. $27,000 Select
Platinum Level - Nonmember The Platinum Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 6 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session/Luncheon - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees $25,000 Select
Wireless Internet - Nonmembers A key component for the meeting, accessing the internet. Included in the sponsorship is the branded landing page, private network, and inclusion on all signage as sponsor for the WiFi. $22,500 Select
Monday Networking Breaks - Nonmember Sponsor the networking breaks for Monday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $22,500 Select
Tuesday Networking Breaks - Nonmember Sponsor the networking breaks for Tuesday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $22,500 Select
Wireless Internet A key component for the meeting, accessing the internet. Included in the sponsorship is the branded landing page, private network, and inclusion on all signage as sponsor for the WiFi. $20,000 Select
AFPM Refined Connection AFPM Refined Connection is the hub of activity at the event. Bringing together key components of the AFPM office - membership, outreach, communications, and meetings. Bring this activity hub to life with some branding and potential wow factor. It is the place to meet and network with attendees at the event. A dedicated space will be available for branding and company promotion. $20,000 Select
Custom Room Keys - Nonmember All hotel guests receive your branded card upon check-in. Prime opportunity with maximum exposure to all attendees. In addition to the card, your sponsorship will be recognized in printed material. $20,000 Select
Monday Networking Breaks Sponsor the networking breaks for Monday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $20,000 Select
Tuesday Networking Breaks Sponsor the networking breaks for Tuesday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $20,000 Select
Gold Level - Nonmember The Gold Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 4 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session $20,000 Select
Platinum Level The Platinum Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 6 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session/Luncheon - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees $20,000 Select
Chairman's Reception This invitation only event brings together the executive and board of directors of the organization along with key members of our associate community. Prime billing on the program, on-site signage and acknowledgement during remarks at the event. $20,000 Select
Operating Company Reception - Nonmember A networking opportunity for our operating member companies, a chance to gather and mingle after a day of sessions. This sponsorship includes billing in printed materials and on-site signage as well as recognition in the event remarks. $17,500 Select
Women in Industry Event (WINI) - Nonmember A signature learning and networking event bringing together women in the refining industry. Meet others female leaders in the industry and expand your network of smart, talented ladies. $17,500 Select
Custom Room Keys All hotel guests receive your branded card upon check-in. Prime opportunity with maximum exposure to all attendees. In addition to the card, your sponsorship will be recognized in printed material. $17,500 Select
Operating Company Reception A networking opportunity for our operating member companies, a chance to gather and mingle after a day of sessions. This sponsorship includes billing in printed materials and on-site signage as well as recognition in the event remarks. $15,000 Select
Women in Industry Event (WINI) A signature learning and networking event bringing together women in the refining industry. Meet others female leaders in the industry and expand your network of smart, talented ladies. $15,000 Select
Gold Level The Gold Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 4 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session $15,000 Select
Silver Level - Nonmember The Silver Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 2 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show $15,000 Select
Branding - Escalators Nonmember Company graphic branded on an escalator. Each escalator is priced separately. $11,500 Select
Bronze Level - Nonmember The Bronze Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 1 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page $10,000 Select
Silver Level The Silver Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 2 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show $10,000 Select
Branding - Escalators Company graphic branded on an escalator. Each escalator is priced separately. $9,000 Select
Branding - Windows Nonmembers Company graphic branded on select windows/glass panels around the meeting floor. $7,000 Select
Tuesday Session Sponsors - Nonmembers Sponsoring a session during Tuesday's offering includes recognition in the printed material, a 30 second company video to be played at the beginning of the session, recognition from the moderator and on-site signage. $6,000 Select
Branding - Meter Board Advertisement Non-Member A large meter board (3' x 8') advertisement placed in high traffic areas of the meeting floor is a perfect way to capture brand awareness and recognition with our attendees. $5,500 Select
Bronze Level The Bronze Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 1 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page $5,000 Select
Branding - Windows Company graphic branded on select windows/glass panels around the meeting floor. $4,500 Select
Branding - Elevators Nonmembers Company graphic branded on the exterior of the elevator banks. Each elevator includes two doors. $4,500 Select
Additional Sponsored Content 30 minute sponsored content session which allows the company to have a spot on the main agenda, be included in signage and discuss a relevant topic of their choosing. $3,500 Select
Tuesday Session Sponsors Sponsoring a session during Tuesday's offering includes recognition in the printed material, a 30 second company video to be played at the beginning of the session, recognition from the moderator and on-site signage. $3,500 Select
Branding - Meter Board Advertisement A large meter board (3' x 8') advertisement placed in high traffic areas of the meeting floor is a perfect way to capture brand awareness and recognition with our attendees. $3,000 Select
Branding - Elevators Company graphic branded on the exterior of the elevator banks. Each elevator includes two doors. $2,000 Select