Conferences

The Maryland Association of Floodplain and Stormwater Managers (MAFSM) Annual Conference draws attendees from local, state, and federal government as well as the private sector throughout Maryland and even surrounding states. Each year it attracts over 175 engineers, planners, water resource professionals, and NFIP Coordinators.

We will have networking opportunities, vendor exhibits, and a packed agenda with approximately 20 technical presentations. Six (6) CECs from ASFPM are pending for this event .

In addition, we are offering a post-conference training class on NFIP 101 on November 13.

See below for more information on:

• Call for Speakers
• Floodplain Training Post-Conference (November 13 – full day)
• Conference Scholarships
• Conference Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
• Registration Fees
• Hotel Room Block
• More Info!

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Conference hours:

• Registration & Continental Breakfast – 7:30-8:30am
• Conference – 8:30-5:00pm (Group Lunch at Noon)
• Networking Hour (Optional) 5:00-6:00pm

A Conference agenda will be posted in late September.

MAFSM Now Accepting Speaker Abstracts!

MAFSM is seeking abstracts for its November 12 Annual Fall Conference in Linthicum Heights, MD on a range of water resource topics, including stormwater management, flood risk identification and communication, hazard mitigation, climate change resiliency, and more!

Standard speaking slots are for 30 minutes, including time for questions. Submitted abstracts should be 500 words or less, along with a brief speaker’s biography of 200 words or less.

For more information or to submit an abstract, please complete this form no later than 6PM ET on August 30.

Speakers will be notified in mid-September and are required to register for the conference.

F LOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP – November 13, 2024

MAFSM’s Floodplain Management NFIP 101 Training will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Maritime Conference Center (same location as the 20th Annual MAFSM Conference which takes place the day before).

The NFIP 101 Training will cover topics such as the NFIP regulations, community participation in the NFIP, reading and using Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), insurance mitigation, and more. Ben Kaiser of AECOM and Jason Sevanick of WSP will lead the training.

Five (5) Continuing Education Credits from the Association of State Floodplain Managers are pending.

The cost of the training is $95, and breakfast and lunch are provided.

*** Please note that the NFIP 101 Training is not a preparatory course for the CFM exam. Exam and Training registrations are separate. MAFSM is managing the training, while ASFPM manages all CFM exam applications. MAFSM is not proctoring the CFM exam.

MAFSM CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

MAFSM supports the education of its members by offering up to 10 scholarships / association memberships to its Annual Fall Conference. These scholarships are aimed at community officials who would not otherwise be able to attend and would benefit greatly by implementing lessons learned in their communities.

To access a scholarship application, please click here. The application deadline is Sept. 13.

MAFSM CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Interested in Sponsoring or being an Exhibitor at the Annual Conference?

• Gain experience and expand your network of planners, floodplain managers, stormwater engineers, and water resource professionals from around the state
• Reach the decision-makers who need your products and services
• Enforce your brand awareness and maximize visibility
• Get CECs and maintain your CFM certification

Sponsors will receive recognition through a variety of channels. Numerous sponsorship opportunities are designed to help you maximize exposure. Below you will find the unique opportunities from which to choose. SPOTS ARE LIMITED – REGISTER NOW!

CURRENT SPONSORS INCLUDE:

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES

Your registration fee includes breakfast, lunch, a conference completion certificate, and a 1-year membership to MAFSM.

Fees are:

• Local / State Govt Employees*- $155
• Federal Govt Employees* – $175
• Private Sector / Consultant – $195

*No government contractors, must have a .gov email address

To register, click “TICKETS” above

To include the NFIP Training Workshop on November 13 for $95, be sure to add that to your ticket order.

HOTEL ROOM BLOCK

The Maritime Conference Center has a limited number of sleeping rooms. To make a reservation, click here and at the top of the screen, enter the GROUP CODE: 4856.

The guest room rate is $163.00/per night + taxes (Single Occupancy) which includes dinner buffet and breakfast. Double occupancy is $210.00/per night + taxes.

You may also call Hotel Reservations at (866) 900-3517 and mention the 20th Annual MAFSM Conference. Please call before October 21, 2024 to secure the best rate. Rooms are based on availability.

CONTACT

For questions about this conference or the preconference workshop, please email our Conference Director, Laura Johnson at Laura@MAFSM.org, or call (301) 257-7439.

Need to Cancel or Send a Replacement? You may cancel for a refund less a $15 processing fee until October 31, 2024. After that date, no refunds will be offered, but you may send a substitute by emailing their information to Laura@MAFSM.org