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THE INDUSTRY’S ONLY CEO-LEVEL CONFERENCE
FOCUSED ON ALL SEGMENTS OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN
January 22–24, 2014
The Breakers Hotel - Palm Beach, Florida
SUPPLY CHAIN 2014 CONFERENCE
www.bgstrategicadvisors.com/conference2014
Conference Overview
The BGSA Supply Chain Conference is the foremost CEO-level event in the transportation, logistics, and supply chain sector. This one-of-a-kind event is designed to recognize top supply chain
companies and facilitate the sharing of candid insights from an exclusive group of executives representing a variety of supply chain industry segments. Our annual conference provides an intimate
and press-free setting to privately network, compare strategies and initiatives, and build industryleading supply chain companies for success. Speakers for this year’s event include:
• XPO Logistics, Inc. - Brad Jacobs, Chairman and CEO
• World Fuel Services Corporation - Paul H. Stebbins, Executive Chairman
• Universal Truckload Services, Inc. - Don Cochran, President
• UPS Freight - Jack Holmes, President
• Tompkins International - Gene Tyndall, Executive Vice President
• The Home Depot - Mark Holifield, Senior Vice President Supply Chain
• Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. - Mike Jones, Vice President Supply Chain Management
• Re Transportation - David Wedaman, CEO
• Quality Distribution - Gary R. Enzor, Chairman and CEO
• Ports America Stevedoring - Thomas D. Perdue, President
• Ports America - Michael F. Hassing, President and CEO
• Pilot Flying J - James A. Haslam III, Founder & CEO
• Panalpina - Rick Jordon, Senior Vice President - Regional Head of Americas Logistics
• Pacer International, Inc. - Dan Avramovich, Chairman and CEO
• Ozburn-Hessey Logistics - Scott McWilliams, Executive Chairman
• One Network Enterprises - Greg Brady, CEO
• MIQ Logistics - John E. Carr, President and CEO
• Menlo Worldwide Logistics, LLC - Robert L. Bianco, Jr., President
Five Reasons to Attend
1 Exclusive networking
opportunities
2 First-rate speakers from
all segments of the
supply chain
3 Emphasis on issues and
trends most important to all
participants
4 Opportunity for individual
sessions with, and advice
from, BGSA executives
5 Palm Beach in January?
It is an unbeatable location for a
conference and golf!
• Llamasoft - Donald A. Hicks, President and CEO
• Ingram Micro, Inc. - Sam Kamel, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy
• GENCO - Herb Shear, Executive Chairman
• Horizon Lines - Samuel A. Woodward, President and CEO
Ben Gordon
Managing Partner
BG Strategic Advisors
• Florida East Coast Railway - Jim Hertwig, President and CEO
• Florida 22nd Congressional District - Lois Frankel, Congresswoman,
• Echo Global Logistics - Doug Waggoner, CEO
• DSC Logistics - Ann M. Drake, CEO
• Diannic LLC - Nick LaHowchic, President and CEO (Former President Limited Logistics Services Inc.)
• CEVA Logistics - Marv Schlanger, Chairman
• ArrowStream, Inc. - Steve LaVoie, CEO
• Active Aero Group - Dave Schembri, CEO
• 3Gtms, Inc. - J.P. Wiggins, COO
As always, our conference will draw the top thought leaders and influencers from the supply chain industry. This past January, close to 200
senior executives joined us in Palm Beach for SC2013. At SC2014, attendees will have the opportunity to join interactive debates on current
supply chain issues, assess revenue-enhancing and cost-saving technologies, connect with other CEOs and leaders, analyze the risks and
opportunities associated with emerging trends, and of course, enjoy the Palm Beach climate and legendary Breakers Hotel and Resort.
Above all, the BGSA Supply Chain Conference is regarded as the central forum of leading supply chain CEOs, who gather every January to
share their views on strategy, M&A, industry trends, and ideas for building and growing their businesses.
Conference Schedule at a Glance
DAY 1 – Wednesday, January 22, 2014
12:00 PM “Shotgun” Golf at the Breakers (Box Lunch Provided)
2:00 – 8:00 PM
Registration
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome Reception - sponsored by Prologis
DAY 2 – Thursday, January 23, 2014
7:00 – 11:00 AM Registration Continues
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast/Networking - sponsored by Aljex Software, Inc.
8:30 – 8:45 AM Welcome/Introduction
9:00 – 10:00 AM 2014 Outlook: What Will the Coming Year Hold
for the Supply Chain Sector?
10:15 – 11:15 AM Supply Chain Technologies: What’s New?
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Stretching the Boundaries: International Opportunities
12:30 – 1:45 PM Lunch Keynote - sponsored by Cambridge Capital Acquisition Corporation
Icon of the Year Award Winner - Paul H. Stebbins,
Executive Chairman of World Fuel Services Corporation
2:00 – 3:00 PM Dealmaking in the Supply Chain Market:
Who is Winning and How?
3:15 – 3:35 PM Featured Speaker: Congresswoman Lois Frankel,
member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
3:45 – 4:45 PM State of the Industry: Trucking Perspective
6:30 – 7:30 PM Cocktail Reception
7:30 PM
Dinner
DAY 3 – Friday, January 24, 2014
7:00 – 8:30 AM
8:00 AM
Breakfast/Networking - sponsored by Aljex Software, Inc.
Featured Speaker: James A. “Jimmy” Haslam III,
Founder & CEO of Pilot Flying J and Owner of the Cleveland Browns
8:45 – 9:45 AM
Railroad and Intermodal: Industry Leaders Share Perspectives
on the Market
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Voice of the Customer
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
State of the Industry: Logistics Perspective
12:15 – 12:30 PM
Closing Remarks
12:30 – 1:30 PM
Courtyard Luncheon - sponsored by Benesch Attorneys at Law
4:30 – 6:30 PM
Sunset Palm Beach Tour and Cocktail Cruise
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
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Conference Agenda
This year’s conference features interactive, CEO-led panels on the topics that last year’s attendees requested.
DAY 1 – Wednesday, January 22, 2014
12:00 PM “Shotgun” Golf at the Breakers (Box Lunch Provided)
2:00 – 8:00 PM
Registration
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome Reception - sponsored by Prologis
DAY 2 – Thursday, January 23, 2014
7:00 – 11:00 AM Registration Continues
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast/Networking - sponsored by Aljex Software, Inc.
8:30 – 8:45 AM Welcome/Introduction
9:00 – 10:00 AM 2014 Outlook: What Will the Coming Year Hold for the Supply Chain Sector?
2013 was a volatile year. The situation in Europe caused instability across the world. How did the Presidential election influence
the business environment in the US? What will the coming year hold, and how can you position for growth and success in 2014?
• Michael F. Hassing, President and CEO, Ports America
• Jack Holmes, President, UPS Freight
• Herb Shear, Executive Chairman, GENCO
• Samuel A. Woodward, President and CEO, Horizon Lines
10:15 – 11:15 AM Supply Chain Technologies: What’s New?
What are the leading supply chain technology companies doing to expand their services and markets in 2014? How does
technology drive business and improvements? What is the value of technology in logistics?
Moderator – Gene Tyndall, Executive Vice President, Tompkins International
• Greg Brady, CEO, One Network Enterprises
• Donald A. Hicks, President and CEO, Llamasoft
• Steve LaVoie, CEO, ArrowStream, Inc.
• J.P. Wiggins, COO, 3Gtms, Inc.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Stretching the Boundaries: International Opportunities
What is changing in the global markets? Hear from top global logistics companies on their strategies for growth. Where are the
best new markets to grow?
• Robert L. Bianco, Jr., President - Menlo Worldwide Logistics, LLC and Executive Vice President, Con-way Inc.
• Rick Jordon, Senior Vice President - Regional Head of Americas Logistics, Panalpina
• Scott McWilliams, Executive Chairman, Ozburn-Hessey Logistics
• Marv Schlanger, Chairman, CEVA Logistics
12:30 – 1:45 PM Lunch Keynote - sponsored by Cambridge Capital Acquisition Corporation
Icon of the Year Award Winner - Paul H. Stebbins, Executive Chairman of World Fuel Services Corporation
2:00 – 3:00 PM Dealmaking in the Supply Chain Market: Who is Winning and How?
We saw an increase in deal activity in 2013. Merger and acquisition activity in the industry is growing. Amidst all the market
changes, what kinds of deals are getting done in 2014? What kinds of strategies make sense? Should you buy, sell, merge, raise
capital, or pursue other scenarios? Hear from top CEOs and practitioners on current deal approaches.
• Brad Jacobs, Chairman and CEO, XPO Logistics, Inc.
• Sam Kamel, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Ingram Micro, Inc.
• Doug Waggoner, CEO, Echo Global Logistics
3:15 – 3:35 PM Featured Speaker: Congresswoman Lois Frankel, member of the Transportation and
Infrastructure Committee
3:45 – 4:45 PM State of the Industry: Trucking Perspective
Will we continue to see a capacity shortage in 2014? Are trucking companies investing in new equipment? How are companies
responding to environmental issues and new engine requirements? What will change in 2014? What are the smartest trucking
companies doing to pursue growth?
• Don Cochran, President, Universal Truckload Services, Inc.
• Gary R. Enzor, Chairman and CEO, Quality Distribution
6:30 – 7:30 PM Cocktail Reception
7:30 PM
Dinner
DAY 3 – Friday, January 24, 2014
7:00 – 8:30 AM 8:00 AM Breakfast/Networking - sponsored by Aljex Software, Inc.
Featured Speaker: James A. “Jimmy” Haslam III, Founder & CEO of Pilot Flying J and Owner of the Cleveland Browns
8:45 – 9:45 AM Railroad and Intermodal: Industry Leaders Share Perspectives on the Market
We are seeing resurgence in domestic intermodal and rail shipping, as a result of driver shortages, shorter hours of service, and
increasing fuel prices. Meanwhile, short-line railroads are looking at shortened intermodal hauls of less than 500 miles.
What are top rail and intermodal companies doing in 2014?
• Dan Avramovich, Chairman and CEO, Pacer International, Inc.
• Jim Hertwig, President and CEO, Florida East Coast Railway
• David Wedaman, CEO, Re Transportation
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Voice of the Customer
How are your customers’ businesses evolving, and how can you anticipate their future needs? Discover what supply chain logistics
challenges lay ahead for your clients, and what they expect you to provide for them, now and in the future.
Moderator – Gene Tyndall, Executive Vice President, Tompkins International
• Mark Holifield, Senior Vice President Supply Chain, The Home Depot
• Mike Jones, Vice President Supply Chain Management, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
• Nick LaHowchic, President and CEO, Diannic LLC (Former President, Limited Logistics Services Inc.)
• Thomas D. Perdue, President, Ports America Stevedoring
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM State of the Industry: Logistics Perspective
What innovations are top logistics companies pursuing in 2014? What is happening in truck brokerage, warehousing, freight
forwarding, and value-added services?
• John E. Carr, President and CEO, MIQ Logistics
• Ann M. Drake, Chairman and CEO, DSC Logistics
• Dave Schembri, CEO, Active Aero Group
• Doug Waggoner, CEO, Echo Global Logistics
12:15 – 12:30 PM 12:30 – 1:30 PM Closing Remarks
Courtyard Luncheon - sponsored by Benesch Attorneys at Law
Attendees and Registered Spouses Invited (Please RSVP if attending to [email protected])
4:30 – 6:30 PM Sunset Palm Beach Tour and Cocktail Cruise
Join your colleagues Friday afternoon on a beautiful Hinckley Picnic Boat. Unwind post-conference as you tour the Intracoastal
Waterway and the waters around Palm Beach with a cocktail. Space is limited. Please make your reservation by contacting
Jennifer at (561) 932-1607 or [email protected].
CONFERENCE AGENDA
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Here’s what attendees said about previous Supply Chain Conferences...
“The BGSA conference is a unique opportunity to exchange ideas about the industry with other
C-level execs.”
- Brad Jacobs, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, XPO Logistics, Inc.
“The conference was outstanding! Ben and the rest of the team at BG did a fantastic job, on
all fronts. The education was solid; the individual meetings were very effective and the strictly
business focus of the event was energizing.”
- Gary Coleman, CEO, Big Freight Systems Inc.
“Don’t change the format, venue, or approach. Great job by the complete team! Great event.”
- Mark Sobolewski, VP Corporate Strategy, UPS
“The BGSA team did an outstanding job. I go to a lot of conferences and this is superior in so many
ways. Thanks for making it happen.”
- Jack Holmes, President, UPS Freight
“I really enjoyed the conference. This was my first time attending and I was very impressed. You
have done a good job of attracting a high powered group of attendees and the opportunity to
network was great.”
- John Hardig, CFO, XPO Logistics
“Best one yet as defined by the number and quality of attendees (CEO-level).”
- Todd Peters, CEO and Vice Chairman, GENCO
“Everyone did a great job of pulling together a great venue at an even better location. A lot of
good topics and good behind-the-scenes conversation.”
- Bob Bianco, CEO, Menlo Worldwide
“Thanks for arranging a fantastic conference. BGSA put some very interesting folks together and I
really enjoyed my conversations.”
- Roland Hartley, Head, North America Trade Origination, Citibank N.A.
“BGSA does an amazing job - this is a highlight conference for the year. Size of event, quality of
participants and speakers is spectacular. Congratulations!”
- Richard Hamilton, First Vice President, Prologis
“BGSA assembles several of the most interesting decision makers in our business in an informal
and relaxed setting. This provides great networking and educational opportunities for attendees.”
- Mark Holifield, Sr VP Supply Chain, The Home Depot
The BGSA Supply Chain 2014 Conference is the premiere CEO-level supply chain event in the industry.
Therefore, due to the high demand and limitations on space, this event is by invitation only.
For more information, or to register, please go to www.bgstrategicadvisors.com/conference2014.
Please feel free to call us at (561) 932-1607 or email us at [email protected] should you have any questions.
Conference Registration Form
BG Strategic Advisors Supply Chain 2014 Conference
January 22-24, 2014 | The Breakers Hotel, Palm Beach, FL
On-line registration is available. Please visit www.bgsa.com/conference2014
Registrant Information:
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Do you plan to attend the Welcome Reception (Wednesday)?
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If you plan to bring a spouse, please provide the following for badges and activity planning purposes.
Spouse’s Name: ___________________________________________________________________
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Cancellations:
Cancellations received by email by November 21,
2013 are fully refundable. Cancellations received
between November 23 and December 21, 2013
will receive a 90% credit to be used toward another
BGSA conference. Cancellations received after
December 21, 2013 are non-refundable. Registrants
may substitute a colleague at any time.
Supply Chain Senior Executive Registration
$2,295
Non-Supply Chain Senior Executive Registration
$3,495
Supply Chain 2014 Panelist Registration
$1,295
Spouse Option (Evening Events and Spouse Outing)
$395
Pre-Conference Golf Option (Handicap __________)
$295
Club Rental (Check for left-handed clubs _____)
Questions? Call Elizabeth
Phone: (561) 932-1608
Fax: (561) 828-2790
Email: [email protected]
Rate
(per person)
Spouse Golf Option (Handicap __________ )
Spouse Club Rental (Check for left-handed clubs _____)
If you are registering multiple attendees from the same company,
please submit a separate registration form for each person.
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