Continental Breakfast Springs Terrace Sponsored by Royal Transportation Services Inc. and NFI Industries, Inc.
7:00 AM – 8:15 AM
FSA Members & Annual Meeting Breakfast Springs Salon A-E
Designated time for FSA members to receive an update on the Association. Food Shippers of America President, David Domencic, Director of Procurement, ARMADA and President of Food Shippers of America will open the annual meeting at 7:15 AM followed by the Treasurer’s report as required by organization by-laws.
8:15 AM – 8:30 AM
Welcome and Opening Comments Sinatra Ballroom
David Domencic, Director of Procurement, ARMADA and President of Food Shippers of America will open the 67thannual conference and introduce our 2023 Conference Co-Chairs.
Daymond John is a businessman, investor, television personality, author and motivational speaker. He is well known as the founder, president, CEO of FUBU and star from ABC’s Shark Tank reality television show. Mr. John will share his philosophy and business practices that helped him achieve personal and professional
success.
9:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Conference Break Sponsored by Hoosier Logistics
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
SESSION 2 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Supply Chain Sinatra Ballroom
Innovation starts with inclusion. The introduction of new ideas, the exposure to differing perspectives and the collaboration among diverse identities is a bridge to new opportunities. A culture of inclusion expands beyond just one way of thinking and attracts a workforce ready to disrupt and adapt. Hear from J.B. Hunt President Shelley Simpson on the
future of inclusion in supply chain and learn more about how companies can invest in programs that drive innovation, acceleration, and growth.
Presented by: Shelley Simpson, President, JB Hunt Transport
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
SESSION 3 Innovation and Technology of the Future Sinatra Ballroom
In this session we will learn, what is around the corner with data visibility, new transparent platforms, connectivity and integration technology that will drive supply chain networks into the future.
Conference Attendee Buffet Lunch JW Pavilion/The Grove Sponsored by Redwood Logistics and Convoy Inc.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Invitation Only: Speaker and Sponsor Luncheon Springs Salon A-E
1:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Golf Awards Presentation
Justin Allen, Sales Vice President, Andrus Transportation and Food Shippers of America Golf Chairman will announce the 2023 golf tournament winners.
Note: Winners must be present to receive awards
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
SESSION 4 Traditional Versus Digital Brokerage Sinatra Ballroom
A pro vs. con discussion on the virtues of traditional vs. digital brokerage, the session highlight similarities and differences to the approach and will allow the shippers to collaborate on brokerage solutions that fit their supply chain needs.
SESSION 5 Seed to Sea and Everything in Between Sinatra Ballroom
Hear from farming, supplier, cold storage warehouse, distribution, and port operations executives on how the future food supply chain will keep America from going hungry. This panel will cover the issues facing every shipper from the ground to the shelf in the supply chain.
Presented by: Alyssa Correale, SVP Strategic, Fleet Partnerships, Uber
Freight; Russell Leo, CEO, RLS Logistics; Joe Dagnese, CEO, Peco Pallet; Adam DeGroot, CEO, DeGroot Farms; Mario Cordero, Executive Director, Port of Long Beach
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Conference Break Sponsored by PECO Pallet, Inc.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
SESSION 6 Making Sense of an Uncertain Future Sinatra Ballroom
We are living in an age of constant change. On a daily basis we are faced with an onslaught of new potential technologies, emerging disruptive social trends, and constantly shifting economic and political landscapes. These trends are exacerbated by the increasing complexity and connectiveness of products. Managers and supply chain executives need to be able to
see through this uncertainty to ensure success for their organizations. Today we have the tools to help us see through the fog and better prepare. In this session we will review available tools and techniques that can be used to better prepare organizations for a future that is ever changing and unpredictable.
Presented by: Chris Caplice, Senior Research Scientist, MIT and DAT
4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Conference Close of Day Sinatra Ballroom
Day’s highlights will be reviewed, along with conference housekeeping before day ends in preparation for the evenings events by Conference Co-Chairs.
