About the NEC

Since 1996, the RFA’s National Ethanol Conference (NEC) has been recognized as the preeminent conference for delivering accurate, timely information on marketing, legislative and regulatory issues facing the ethanol industry. With numerous networking opportunities, more business meetings are conducted and contacts made at this conference than any other ethanol conference.

In 2012, more than 1,200 industry leaders attended the NEC, representing 41 states and 21 countries. Nearly 45% had attended the NEC before. Delegates cited networking, business development, and to learn about government policies and ethanol technology as their primary reasons for attending the NEC.

Why Others Attend:

"Adkins Energy is currently celebrating our 10th year of operations and we are proud to say that the NEC has been a valuable event for our company during each of these years. We have consistently sent management and board members to represent our company, giving our leaders the opportunity to network and learn something new. The NEC provides a perfect opportunity to meet with a broad range of people in the industry, and consistently bring back new ideas and strategies that will provide our company future value. The atmosphere is open and the venues are always accommodating - it is great to know that you can be in one general area and have the ability to meet with everyone you hoped to without difficulty."
Ray Baker, General Manager, Adkins Energy LLC, Lena, IL

“At Gavilon, we focus on cultivating long-standing partnerships with our customers and suppliers. The relationships we are able to develop and maintain at NEC are an invaluable return on our investment.”
Randy Ives, Director, Ethanol Services, The Gavilon Group, LLC

“I’ve attended the NEC for years, as it’s an invaluable opportunity for me and my company to connect with my colleagues and customers, all in one location. Based on the program content and the networking opportunities, we simply cannot afford to miss this conference.”
Craig Pilgrim, Global Marketing & Product Development Manager, Lallemand Ethanol Technology