2022 FILA International Exchange

September 18-23, 2022

Hosted by Volvo Construction Equipment and Mack Trucks

The National Waste & Recycling Association’s (NWRA) Future Industry Leaders Alliance (FILA) is excited to announce the agenda for its 2022 International Exchange to Sweden. Hosted by Volvo Construction Equipment and Mack Trucks, the event will focus on innovation, sustainability, electromobility, and autonomous solutions. The weeklong program will provide attendees with professional development opportunities such as exploring future technologies, visiting ReTuna Recycling Galleria, test-driving various pieces of heavy equipment and trucks, and engaging with Swedish waste and recycling companies and suppliers. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to get to know other FILA members through fun activities, social networking and sightseeing.

This event is for FILA members and their spouses, and registration is required. For additional information about FILA, please contact Mallory Szczepanski at mszczepanski@wasterecycling.org.

Registration

Registration Deadline: May 1, 2022

FILA Member Registration Fee: $500

Spouse Fee: $750

Register online here: https://my.wasterecycling.org/NC__Event?id=a0l4y00000Ga9dkAAB

Tentative Agenda

The program will begin on Sunday (9/18) afternoon in downtown Stockholm and end Thursday (9/22) evening with a closing dinner in Gothenburg. Further details and logistics will be provided to register attendees ahead of the program.

We recommend members coordinate travel (see travel section) to arrive during the day on September 18 and depart at any time on September 23. We would encourage attendees to add additional days to the front and/or back of the program to explore Scandinavia.

Travel Information

Members are responsible for coordinating and covering flight expenses in and out of Sweden. We have made Volvo’s travel management company available to members to assist with booking—we ask that you utilize them even if you are planning an extended visit as they are assisting with the overall meeting planning and logistics and will be with the group in Sweden. Additionally, they have access to special transatlantic fares for this event and will be able to assist you onsite if you need to make any changes to your itinerary. Please contact Dora Bourgault at 216-990-3353 or parkdora@gmail.com to book your flights.

For international travel, it’s recommended that your passport expiration date is at least six months beyond your last intended travel date. If you are planning to join us, please check your passport expiration date now. Per the U.S. Passport Operations, as of October 29, routine processing is 8-11 weeks, and expedite processing is 5-7 weeks.

We will be following all COVID-19 guidance in both the U.S. and Sweden for this trip. We will also be monitoring the situation in Ukraine and Russia and will take the necessary measures to ensure the health and safety of event attendees.

Transfers

Transfers/transportation is arranged for activities scheduled during the event only. Any travel outside of the program will be coordinated and paid for by members.

Hotels

All hotel accommodations required during the program (night of 9/18 through night of 9/22) will be arranged and expenses covered for members. Hotel accommodations prior to or after these dates are the responsibility of members. Hotel reservations and locations are still being determined. 

Dress Code

Business casual for all events; more formal (coats, no ties) for the closing dinner.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are outlined below: 

“Logi” Lodging – Platinum Sponsor Level ($10,000)

• acknowledgement of sponsorship on signage and announcement at welcome reception on September 18 along with company logo recognition on all social media blasts and (2) complimentary registrations to this event. Additional recognition during all lodging stays. 

“Matsal” Dining – Gold Sponsor Level ($7,500)

• acknowledgement of sponsorship on signage and announcement at welcome reception on September 18 along with company logo recognition on all social media blasts and (1) complimentary registration to this event. Additional recognition to be made at all dinners.

“Resa” Travel – Silver Sponsor Level ($5,000)

• acknowledgement of sponsorship on signage and announcement at welcome reception on September 18 along with company logo recognition on all social media blasts. Additional recognition on all group transportation throughout the trip.

“Allmän” General – Bronze Sponsor Level ($2,500)

• acknowledgement of sponsorship on signage and announcement at welcome reception on September 18 along with company logo recognition on all social media blasts.

Questions

If you have any questions about the event, please contact Mallory Szczepanski at mszczepanski@wasterecycling.org or 616-644-6066.