Logistics Leaders Conference 2025
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Logistics Leadership Conference 2025 Agenda
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Registration & Networking
Arrival, check-in and registration. Coffee and mimosas will be served.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
What’s Ahead for Trucking in 2025: Industry Outlook and Insights
This session will cover the most critical issues shaping the trucking industry in 2025, including economic outlook, operating costs, political and regulatory changes, emerging technologies and driver shortages. Dan Murray, Senior Vice President of the American Transportation Research Institute will offer his assessments of those challenges and advice on how companies can move forward and find success. The CEO of a major trucking insurance carrier will discuss recent insurance trends, the emerging role of telematics, and the future of truck insurance. The director of Operations from Sheer Logistics and a CEO of a leading Chicago-based trucking firm will also provide their perspective on the current state of the market.
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Negotiate Smarter, Save More: Effective Strategies to Market Your Renewal
Motor carriers and insurance experts will share insights on securing the best outcomes in the insurance renewal process. This session will explore key factors that impact truck insurance underwriting and rates including safety scores, claims experience, fleet size and stability, driver characteristics, and the role of telematics. Trucking executives will share their experience and gain practical knowledge to confidently navigate the renewal process and understand how insurers evaluate their fleets.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Navigating Complex Claims: What Every Fleet Should Know
In this panel, we will dive into the intricacies of truck claims. Our experts will go over a wide variety of real world claim examples such as cargo theft, fraud from double brokering and identity theft, predatory towing, complex bodily injury claims and more. Motor carriers will learn best practices to mitigate losses and ensure claims are handled efficiently and fairly. Participants will gain practical knowledge to effectively manage the complexities of motor carrier insurance claims.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Navigating the Roadmap to DOT Compliance Audits
Join Luis Flores, Acting CVS Section Manager at the IL Dept. of Transportation, as he leads a Q&A session with Nataly Stoyanova from Cellex Consulting Group. They will dive into the audit procedures, explore common pitfalls, and discuss why so many carriers struggle with DOT compliance. Meet the Experts: Luis Flores, Acting CVS Section Manager at the IL Dept. of Transportation; Nataly Stoyanova, President of Cellex Consulting
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Broker Transparency, Shipper/Receiver Accountability and Predatory Towing: Is it time for a Reform in FMCSA Regulations?
In this session we will take a deeper dive into the lack of transparency in broker operations and the accountability of shippers and receivers in the supply chain. Are the current rules enough to ensure fairness and efficiency, or is it time to update them to better protect carriers and improve the industry as a whole? Our panelists will also address the issue of predatory towing and go over strategies for combating these unreasonable towing bills and unscrupulous towing firms.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Fleet Owners' Toolbox: Legal, Operational, and Practical Tips for Success
This session will bring together experts from diverse fields to discuss crucial aspects of asset protection, fleet management, fleet technology solutions, and occupational accident legal issues. The session will offer valuable insights on how to protect your assets, streamline fleet operations, and address legal concerns related to your drivers and equipment.
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Closing and Cocktail Reception
Join us for cocktails, live music and hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy a performance by World Renowned Electro Violinist, Svet, a unique entertainer who has been featured on America's Got Talent.