Program

Times are Pacific Time.

  • 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Registration and Exhibitor Move-in

  • 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

    Academic Challenge (IANA scholarship schools only)

  • 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

    Task Force & Working Group Mtgs (invitation only)

  • 7:15 am – 11:30 am

    Academic Challenge

    7:15 am – 8:00 am
    Continental Breakfast (IANA Scholarship Schools only)

    8:00 am – 11:30 am
    Student Case Competition (Open to all Attendees)
    Join us to watch undergraduate student teams from IANA’s Scholarship Award schools apply their logistics and transportation knowledge to a real-world intermodal industry business case.

  • 7:30 am – 5:30 pm

    Satellite Registration Open

  • 8:00 am – 5:30 pm

    Registration & Exhibitor Move-in

  • 8:00 am – 9:00 am

    Operations Committee Meeting

  • 9:30 am – 10:30 am

    Maintenance & Repair Committee Meeting

  • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

    Intermodal Safety Committee Meeting

  • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

    Student Tour (invitation only)

  • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    FLIP Kickoff & Mixer (invitation only)

    IANA is pleased to present the Future Leaders of Intermodal Program (FLIP). This yearlong program kicking off at EXPO 2024, provides educational and networking opportunities for IANA members’ rising stars to take their careers to the next level.

  • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    New Member/First-Time Attendee Reception (invitation only)

    This event is your chance to connect with new members and industry newcomers.

    Co-Sponsored by

    TTX Company

  • 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

    Welcome Reception

    Start the EXPO with a memorable splash at our exclusive poolside event at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach.

  • 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Registration

    Sponsored by

    Norfolk Southern Corporation

  • 7:00 am – 7:45 am

    Networking Breakfast

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast and great company.

    Sponsored by

    United States Steel Corporation

  • 8:00 am – 9:45 am

    General Session

    Welcome, Awards, & Academic Challenge Winner Announcement

    Inside Intermodal

    Join us as we kick off Intermodal EXPO with this attendee favorite. Hear from our panel of industry experts as they provide their insights on the current state of the industry and where we are headed. With detailed coverage of ocean carriers, truckers, 3PLs, and intermodal, you’ll get the inside view of key topics affecting your operations.

    Moderator

    Lori Ann LaRocco
    Sr. Editor of Guests and Global Supply Chain Reporter, CNBC

    Panelists

    Shelli Austin
    President, InTek Freight & Logistics

    Larry Gross
    President & Founder, Gross Transportation Consulting

    Lars Jensen
    CEO & Partner, Vespucci Maritime

    Ken Vieth
    President & Senior Analyst, ACT Research

  • 9:45 am – 10:00 am

    Networking Break

  • 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    Concurrent Sessions

    Managing & Mitigating Risk

    Freight transportation comes with a certain element of risk, but it is frequently kept to a minimum with solid partners and proper planning. The current environment has added new pressure to risk management. Whether it’s geopolitical, climatic, or criminal, new threats are emerging that threaten the safe transport of goods. This panel of experts will explore the various means of reducing risk to the freight supply chain and how to prepare.

    Moderator

    Adriene Bailey
    Partner – Surface Transportation, Oliver Wyman

    Panelists

    Lisa Gatchell
    Managing Partner, Strategy Edge

    Bert Mayo
    VP of Risk Solutions, TrueNorth Companies

    Nathaniel Saylor
    Partner, Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, P.C.

    Ian Wasti
    Senior Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton

    Drayage Health Check

    In this session, hear a “drayage state of the state,” including the latest on demand levels, equipment statuses, and operational challenges. Our panel will further explore what can, and should, be done to further the conversation on data analysis, technology integration, and stakeholder collaboration for the betterment of the drayage community and intermodal as a whole.

    Moderator

    Jason Hilsenbeck
    President & Founder, LoadMatch & drayage.com

    Panelists

    Mike Albert
    Founder & CEO, DrayNow

    Jennifer Edwards
    Vice President of Sales & Agent Relations, Evans Delivery Company Inc.

    Kristy Knichel
    President & CEO, Knichel Logistics

    Peter Schneider
    President, T.G.S. Logistics, Inc.

    Strategic Marketing for Today’s Intermodal

    How are companies developing marketing strategies to position themselves strongly for the road ahead? What factors should be considered as campaigns are developed? Join as our panel of transportation marketing experts tackle these questions and more, providing you pragmatic takeaways for your own operations.

    Moderator

    Michelle LeBlanc
    Founder, Drop & Hook

    Panelists

    Paloma Burnell
    SVP of Sales Ops, STG Logistics

    Daniel Kistler
    Director of Marketing - Yield Management, Domestic Intermodal, CSX Transportation

    Missy Pinksaw
    Director of Marketing, Peterson Manufacturing

    Matt Schrap
    CEO, Harbor Trucking Association

  • 11:00 am – 11:30 am

    Networking Break

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Concurrent Sessions

    Navigating Nearshoring: Intermodal Perspectives on Supply Chain Realignment

    Our panel will examine the impact of nearshoring on intermodal operations. From shifts in shipping routes and modal preferences to changes in port utilization and distribution patterns, our industry experts will tackle how the evolving landscape is influencing the flow of goods in an effort to enhance supply chain resilience, reduce lead times, and mitigate risks associated with global disruptions.

    Moderator

    Don Maier
    Associate Professor of Practice – Supply Chain, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

    Panelists

    Corey Heinz
    Managing Director, Sales, CPKC Railway

    Reed Janousek
    AVP, Intermodal Sales, Union Pacific Railroad

    Ken Kellaway
    President & CEO, RoadOne IntermodaLogistics

    Jeff Silver
    CEO, Mastery Logistics Systems

    AI in Intermodal: Beyond ChatGPT

    Where is AI heading in the industry? What is its true potential vs “science fiction?” What are common use cases currently employed? Our panel will go beyond the surface to uncover the latest innovations and practical implementations of AI across various facets of intermodal transportation. From route optimization and demand forecasting to real-time tracking and autonomous vehicles, we will examine how AI-driven solutions are enhancing efficiency and reliability throughout the industry.

    Moderator

    Matthew Wittemeier
    Director, Marketing and Sales, INFORM Software Corporation

    Panelists

    Seana Fairchild
    CCO, ConGlobal

    Chris Machut
    CEO, SiteTrax

    Maneet Singh
    CIO, Odyssey Logistics

    The Decarbonization Conundrum

    The intermodal industry is facing an energy transition. The EPA has released its final Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Phase 3 standard, eleven states have adopted Advanced Clean Truck rules, and California's Advanced Clean Fleets mandate is pending. Our panel will discuss the straightest line path to facility and fleet decarbonization, a chicken and egg conundrum that requires engagement from a range of transportation and energy stakeholders.

    Moderator

    Bill Hamlin
    Founding Partner, Gray Wolf Group, LLC

    Panelists

    Dr. Noel Hacegaba
    COO, Port of Long Beach

    Stephanie Kuntzman
    AVP of Consumer Products, BNSF Railway

    Weston LaBar
    Chief Logistics Officer, InductEV

    Ken Uriu
    SVP of Business Development, IMC Logistics

  • 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    Exhibit Hall Open - On-floor Education & Lunch


    1:00pm – 1:45pm

    The Real Threats from Cyberattacks

    This session delves into the real threats posed by cyberattacks on intermodal. Uncover the inherent vulnerabilities on both the enterprise and asset side including terminal management systems, lift equipment, hostlers, and power units, hear recent case studies, and learn ways to fortify defenses against cyber incursions and strategies for when an attack occurs.

    Presenter

    Joe Ohr
    COO, NMFTA (National Motor Freight Traffic Association)

    2:00pm – 2:45pm

    Updates from the U.S. Marine Highway

    Hear how the U.S. Marine Highway has achieved success in moving export containers on barges from inland sites to container terminals in New Orleans and Norfolk. Learn the current efforts to expand this practice to other US waterways and ports, and the potential implications on providing greener solutions.

    Presenters

    Chris Clark
    Transportation Industry Analyst, Office of Ports & Waterways Planning, U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD)

    Gus Hein
    Mid-Pacific Gateway Director, U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD)

    3:00pm – 3:20pm

    Designed for Environment: Sustainable Intermodal RTG Operations

    Konekranes

    3:30pm – 3:50pm

    Chassis Innovation and Environmental Sustainability

    Hercules / Randon

    4:00pm – 4:20pm

    Deploying Autonomous Vehicles in Intermodal Yard Operations

    Venti Technologies


  • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    Exhibit Hall Happy Hour

    Get ready for a winning evening at our sports-themed happy hour. From football to golf, have fun on the floor with fellow attendees as you indulge in a selection of stadium-style snacks and beverages

    Sponsored by

    Pratt Industries, Inc

  • 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

    Party on the Promenade - Networking Reception

    Step right up to our carnival themed party on the promenade. Enjoy a variety of carnival attractions, treats and entertainment!

    Sponsored by

    Amazon Freight

  • 7:00 am – 3:00 pm

    Registration

    Sponsored by

    Norfolk Southern Corporation

  • 7:30 am – 8:15 am

    Networking Breakfast

    Don’t miss out on this chance to start your day with a productive and enjoyable networking session.

    Sponsored by

    United States Steel Corporation

  • 8:15 am – 9:45 am

    General Session

    Plenary Speaker: Chairman Daniel B. Maffei

    Daniel B. Maffei is an experienced public servant who serves as Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission since being appointed to the position by President Biden in 2021. Under his Chairmanship, the Commission has reinvigorated its enforcement efforts, prioritized helping U.S. export shippers, and established several new initiatives to address supply chain congestion and efficiency challenges. His career in government spans more than 20 years, including being twice elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for the 24th Congressional District of New York, and serving as a senior staffer for the House Ways and Means Committee, and U.S. Senators Daniel Patrick Moynihan and Bill Bradley. Chairman Maffei has substantial experience teaching and researching at universities and think tanks, in addition to working as an independent consultant and broadcast journalist.

    Speaker

    Chairman Daniel B. Maffei
    Federal Maritime Commission (FMC)



    Keynote Speaker: Dr. Meghan O’Sullivan

    Meghan O'Sullivan, this year's EXPO Keynote speaker, is a globally respected geopolitical expert who has advised the nation’s highest-ranking leaders on some of the most-complex challenges in international affairs. She is the Director of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs and the Jeane Kirkpatrick Professor of the Practice of International Affairs at Harvard University’s Kennedy School.

    Dr. O’Sullivan addresses topics such as the ever-evolving U.S.-China dynamic, the ties between Europe and Russia, and the changing energy and climate landscape, sharing feasible strategies for companies on risk assessment and how to adapt business to geopolitical and domestic political shifts.

    Speaker

    Dr. Meghan O’Sullivan
    Geopolitical Authority & Presidential Advisor; Harvard Professor & Administrator

    Keynote Sponsored by

    Hercules | Randon

  • 9:45 am – 10:00 am

    Networking Break

  • 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    Concurrent Sessions

    Connecting Intermodal: Uniting Worldwide Transportation Systems

    Join us as we discuss current barriers that hamper the efficient flow of goods and information in our industry including regulatory and infrastructure disparities, and technological fragmentation. The conversation will highlight key initiatives, recommended practices, and emerging technologies that hold the potential to bridge operational gaps to foster greater collaboration. Hear how interoperable data standards, governance frameworks, and investment in smart infrastructure could provide pathways to interconnectedness.

    Moderator

    Than Seeds
    President & COO, FlexiVan

    Panelists

    Andrew Petrisin
    Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multimodal Freight, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

    Bryan Brandes
    Maritime Director, Port of Oakland


    Hot Topics in Rail

    What are the need-to-know issues affecting rail and what does this mean for the larger intermodal industry as a whole? Join us for critical insights into current challenges from insiders’ perspectives. Topics covered include sustainability, safety, service, and the latest on activist investors.

    Moderator

    Tony Hatch
    Senior Transportation Analyst, ABH Consulting

    Panelists

    Dan Bresolin
    VP of Intermodal, CN

    Dan Corcoran
    Director of Intermodal Operations, Indiana Rail Road Co.

    Luis Hernandez
    VP of Intermodal, Florida East Coast Railway

    Farah Lawler
    VP, Domestic Intermodal Marketing, BNSF Railway

    Fighting Fraud

    “Double broker”, the age-old challenge, has now been joined by spoofing scams, outright theft, even holding freight hostage, as new threats to freight. How can we work together to limit the risks that the industry faces and protect our customers’ freight—and our livelihoods? Join this important discussion on fighting fraud.

    Moderator

    Anne Reinke
    President & CEO, Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)

    Panelists

    Scott Cornell
    National Practice Leader - Transportation and Crime & Theft Specialist, Travelers Inland Marine

    Cornell Heldenbrand
    VP of Security, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

    Brian Kobza
    EVP of Commercial and Strategic Services, IMC Logistics

    Gene Welsh
    Chief Transportation Officer, MODE Global

  • 11:00 am – 11:15 am

    Networking Break

  • 11:15 am – 12:15 pm

    General Session

    The Voice of the Customer (Shipper Panel)

    What does it really take to convert a load from truck to intermodal? Our BCO (Beneficial Cargo Owner) panel will discuss common challenges and actionable solutions regarding the shipper-carrier relationship. We'll examine the real expectations of BCOs in terms of reliability, visibility, and innovation in intermodal transportation. Key factors driving modal selection decisions will be discussed as will how BCOs collaborate with carriers, 3PLs, and other stakeholders to achieve their supply chain objectives.

    Moderator

    Steve Hughes
    Founder, HCS International

    Panelists

    Jeff Bishop
    Category Manager – Transportation Procurement, Molson Coors Beverage Company

    Philip Bolger
    Director of Transportation, Sony Electronics, Inc.

    Heejoo Ramsey
    VP of Logistics, WinFibre (U.S.) Incorporated

    Joshua Vaughan
    Senior Outbound Manager – Corporate Logistics, Johns Manville

  • 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm

    Exhibit Hall Open - On-floor Education & Lunch

    1:00pm – 1:45pm

    The Latest on Federal Infrastructure Grants: What Are They and How Will They Help My Business?

    Join us as Elaine Nessle, executive director of the Coalition for America’s Gateways and Trade Corridors, shares insights on the historic level of federal funding awarded to freight infrastructure projects across the country. The most recent federal transportation investment bill made up to $78 billion available for investment in supply chain infrastructure over five years. Gain an understanding of what’s been awarded, to whom, and how your business will benefit from improved roads, bridges, ports, and rail.

    Presenter:

    Elaine Nessle
    Executive Director of the Coalition for America’s Gateways and Trade Corridors (CAGTC)

    2:00pm – 2:20pm

    Can Zero-Emission Trucks Really Transform Port Operations?

    Nikola

    2:30pm – 2:50pm

    Breaking Down Barriers: Transforming Drayage Operations with ModalView's Streamlined Execution Platform

    ModalView

    3:00pm – 3:20pm

    On Track for Tomorrow Together

    Port of Long Beach

    3:30pm – 3:50pm

    AI Meets Drayage: How Carriers & Brokers Can Successfully Adopt and Deploy AI Today To Improve Efficiency

    PortPro

  • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

    Farewell Reception

    Cheers to 27 Years! Don’t miss out on this chance to unwind and have a blast with fellow attendees in a vibrant and lively setting as we celebrate Joni Casey, IANA’s CEO.

  • 6:00 pm

    Connie Awards Long Beach
    Marriott Long Beach Downtown

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  • 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

    Exhibitor Move-out

  • 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

    Exhibitor Move-out

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