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Elevate Your Expertise at NPF

April 27-30, 2025 | Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center | Nashville, TN
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Discover NPF Education

The National Postal Forum is the premier destination for mailing and shipping professionals seeking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. As the only event developed in partnership with the USPS, NPF offers an unparalleled educational experience—delivering 120+ expert-led workshops, exclusive USPS insights, and hands-on learning designed to drive success.

Whether you’re looking to streamline operations, optimize shipping strategies, leverage data-driven technologies, expand your leadership skills, or maximize the value of mail, NPF equips you with actionable knowledge to meet today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.

Tracks Tailored for Your Success

To help professionals navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving industry, NPF’s educational program is structured into five specialized tracks. Each track offers an in-depth focus on key areas of the mailing and shipping industry—all led by industry experts and USPS leadership. Whether you choose a targeted approach by following a single track or explore workshops across multiple tracks for a well-rounded learning experience, the choice is yours.

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Specialized Tracks to help you Lead Forward

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Data, Technology, and Visibility for Tomorrow’s Competitive Advantage

Harness the power of data-driven decision-making with cutting-edge tools and technology that improve visibility, streamline operations, and enhance customer experience.

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Driving Mail Growth with Cutting-edge Innovations

Discover how USPS promotions and omnichannel strategies are transforming mail into a high-performing marketing tool. Learn how to make mail more engaging, measurable, and impactful.

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Operational Excellence from Mail Setup to Delivery

Efficiency starts with preparation. Gain best practices for mail and package preparation, USPS compliance, and cost-saving strategies to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.

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Professional Growth through Strategic Leadership

Great leaders don’t just manage—they inspire. Develop leadership skills that drive collaboration, foster team success, and position you as a key influencer in the industry.

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Shipping Solutions for a Greater Advantage

Stay ahead in the logistics space with the latest on **USPS Ground Advantage** and other cost-effective solutions designed to enhance shipping speed, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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Meet Visionary Speakers  Leading Forward at NPF 2025

At NPF, industry leadership isn’t just about expertise—it’s about inspiration, innovation, and impact.

This year, we’re proud to showcase a lineup of extraordinary industry professionals whose knowledge, insights, and forward-thinking strategies are helping shape the future of the mailing and shipping landscape.
These sought-after speakers rank among the highest-rated experts in their respective fields, offering:
Practical strategies
Cutting-edge innovations
Leadership insights
…that attendees can immediately apply to their businesses.
Whether you’re looking to refine operations, harness new technology, or elevate your leadership skills, these speakers and their workshops will provide the actionable takeaways you need to Lead Forward.
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Mike Gunderson
President, Gundir

With over two decades in the industry, Mike Gunderson has redefined direct mail marketing, pioneering data-driven strategies that drive engagement and ROI. As the founder of Gundir, the nation’s top-ranked direct mail agency, and Respond Now LLC, the company behind innovative marketing solutions like PostReminder, Mike is making his debut appearance as a speaker at NPF—bringing his expertise to the industry’s premier event.

Mike will lead From Mailbox to Mobile: Turning Direct Mail into Instant Action, an insightful workshop demonstrating how enhanced QR code technology transforms direct mail into an instant-response marketing powerhouse. Attendees will gain actionable insights, real-world case studies, and discover how to increase engagement while saving on postage.

Additionally, Mike will join a panel of direct mail creative experts in the Direct Mail Master Class: Taking Your Impact to 11. This in-depth session will explore how innovative campaign strategies, audience targeting, and creative execution shape the success of direct mail. With insights from top industry leaders, attendees will learn the key elements that separate high-performing campaigns from the rest—gaining the expertise to elevate their direct mail impact.

Don’t Miss Mike’s Workshops:
Track: Driving Mail Growth with Cutting-Edge Innovation

Workshop: Direct Mail Master Class: Taking Your Impact to 11
Date: Tuesday, April 29 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Track: Driving Mail Growth with Cutting-Edge Innovation

Workshop: From Mailbox to Mobile: Turning Direct Mail into Instant Action
Date: Wednesday, April 30 | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Sean Joyce
President, Omega Consultants

Sean Joyce is an internationally recognized speaker, leadership strategist, and consultant who has worked with top organization like 3M, Marriott, The Pentagon, and USPS. A master in team development, peak performance, and psychological resilience, Sean’s expertise helps businesses leverage human potential for success.

Sean will deliver three powerhouse workshops, guiding attendees through stress management, leadership development, and self-awareness strategies. From unlocking mindfulness in The Positive Power of Stress Revisited to maximizing self-actualization in Unleashing Your Best Self, Sean provides real-world strategies to navigate challenges and elevate professional impact. His final workshop, Could Your Personality Damage Your Career?, explores how personality traits influence workplace relationships and career growth.

Don’t Miss Sean’s Workshops:
Track: Professional Growth through Strategic Leadership

Workshop: The Positive Power of Stress Re-visited: Unlocking Mindfulness
Date: Sunday, April 27 | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Workshop: Unleashing Your Best Self: The Key to Self-Actualization
Date: Tuesday, April 29 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Workshop: Could your Personality Damage your Career
Date: Wednesday, April 30 | 3:15 PM-4:15 PM
Paula Stoskopf
Director of Postal Affairs, Japs-Olson Company

With over 25 years in the print and mail industry, Paula Stoskopf has become a respected leader in postal strategy, compliance, and direct mail optimization. As Director of Postal Affairs at Japs-Olson, she helps organizations navigate complex mailing requirements, control costs, and maximize operational efficiency.

Beyond her role, Paula is a dedicated industry advocate, serving as the Industry Co-Chair for USPS Areas Inspiring Mail (AIM) for the Atlantic Region and Co-Chair of Women in Logistics and Delivery Services (WILDS).

Paula is leading three impactful workshops:

Mastering Mail: Achieving Excellence in Productivity, Compliance, and Delivery – Gain practical insights on reducing UAA mail, improving compliance, and streamlining operations.

Women Who Get It Done – Leadership, Action, Impact – A dynamic panel sharing strategies, stories, and success tips from top women in the mailing industry.
Turning Big Data & Mail Tracking Insights into Action – Unlock the power of mail tracking and data analytics to optimize direct mail campaigns and improve ROI.

Don’t miss Paula’s Workshops:
Track: Operational Excellence from Mail Setup to Delivery

Workshop: Mastering Mail: Achieving Excellence in Productivity, Compliance, and Delivery
Date: Monday, April 28 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Track: Professional Growth through Strategic Leadership

Workshop: Women Who Get It Done – Leadership, Action, Impact
Date: Monday, April 28 | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Track: Data, Technology, and Visibility for Tomorrow’s Competitive Advantage
Workshop: Turning Big Data & Mail Tracking Insights into Action
Date: Wednesday, April 30 | 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
“Speaking at the National Postal Forum has been a privilege, allowing me to share my insights while, more importantly, growing my network and learning from the invaluable perspectives of my audience each year.”
– Paula Stoskopf
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Glen Swyers
Director of Marketing Integration, Imagine Group

With deep expertise in print, mail, and marketing, Glen Swyers has spent his career helping businesses maximize efficiency and reduce costs in their mailing operations. From serving as a partner in a family-owned print business to leading industry innovations at Imagine Group, Glen’s insights have made a lasting impact on how organizations approach data security, customer service, and postal optimization.

As a USPS Mail Design Professional (MDP) and MTAC Leadership Team member, Glen is a sought-after speaker who brings practical, results-driven strategies to the stage.

At NPF, he’ll share real-world success stories in his workshop:
Return Mail – Demystified. Discover how businesses have eliminated undelivered mail, cut operational costs, and improved efficiency by implementing smart return mail strategies. Glen will unpack the key principles of data hygiene and introduce cutting-edge tools to help you modernize your approach and drive measurable savings.

Don’t miss Glen’s Workshop:
Track: Operational Excellence from Mail Setup to Delivery

Workshop: Return Mail – Demystified
Date: Monday, April 28 | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
"Speaking at NPF is such a boost! The energy from the audience and fellow speakers is incredible. We’re all there to share and learn, but honestly, I walk away feeling like I’ve gained just as much—if not more!"
– Glen Swyers
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