2022 Agenda
Tentative Schedule
| DAY 1 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | “Shotgun” Golf – at the Breakers (Box Lunch Provided from 11:30 AM) | Ocean Course |
| 2:00 – 8:00 PM | Registration | South Loggia West |
| 5:30 – 8:00 PM | Welcome Reception (Weather Back-up: The Beach Club) | Front Lawn |
| DAY 2 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast/Networking – Golf Awards | Mediterranean Courtyard |
| 8:30 AM | Welcome/Introduction – Benjamin Gordon, Cambridge Capital CEO | |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | 2022 Outlook: What Will the Coming Year Hold for Transportation and Logistics?
2021 was a volatile year. What will the coming year hold, and how can you position for growth and success in 2022? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:15 – 11:15 AM | State of the Industry: Logistics Perspective
What innovations are top logistics companies pursuing in 2022? What is happening in truck brokerage, warehousing, freight forwarding, and value-added services? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Supply Chain Technologies: What’s New and Exciting?
What are the leading supply chain technology companies doing to expand their services and markets in 2022? How does technology drive business and improvements? What is the value of technology in logistics? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:40 – 1:45 PM | Lunch – sponsored by Lean Staffing | Ponce de Leon |
| 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Dealmaking Spotlight
We saw a spike in deal activity in 2021. Merger and acquisition activity in the industry is growing. Amidst all the market changes, what kinds of deals will be completed in 2022? What kinds of strategies make sense? Should you buy, sell, merge, raise capital, or pursue other scenarios? Hear from top CEOs, investors and practitioners on current deal approaches. | Venetian Ballroom |
| 3:15 – 4:45 PM | The BGSA Supply Chain Conference 2022 “Shark Tank”
Participants will receive a 10-minute window to showcase their Big Idea live on stage in the fields of Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics to potential customers, mentors and investors. Finalists will be judged and voted on by both the attendees and the respected industry leader “Sharks.” | Venetian Ballroom |
| 7:00 – 7:30 PM | Cocktail Reception – sponsored by WNS | Mediterranean Courtyard |
| 7:30 PM | Dinner – “Shark Tank” winner to be announced | The Circle |
| DAY 3 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:30 AM | Breakfast/Networking – sponsored by Benesch Attorneys at Law (Weather Back-up: Seafood Bar) | Ocean Lawn |
| 8:45 – 9:45 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. | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Managing Technology in this Era of Disruption
Technology is critical for business success, but the continued disruption by new software, artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, robotics, and several other advances require smart decisions and knowledge management. This Panel will provide strategies for dealing with disruptions, deciding on technological investments, and leveraging technologies for greater customer success. | Venetian Ballroom |
| 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | State of the Industry: Trucking Perspective
Trucking is a leading indicator for the economy. Are we entering a downturn in trucking? More broadly, how will capacity providers respond to challenges including economic cycles, trade wars, technology threats, and environmental requirements? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:15 – 12:20 PM | Closing Remarks | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Luncheon (Weather Back-up: HMF) | Ocean Lawn |
| 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Pro Tennis Clinic – Attendees and Registered Spouses Invited Please RSVP if attending to jennifer@bgsa.com | Ocean Tennis / Breakers West |
| 5:00 – 7:30 PM | Sunset Cocktail Cruise & Dockside – Reservations Required (Meet in Breakers Lobby next to Concierge Desk for shuttles leaving at 4:15 and 4:45) Unwind post-conference as you tour the Intracoastal Waterway around Palm Beach your favorite libation. Space is limited. Please make your reservation by contacting Jennifer at (561) 932-1607 or jennifer@bgsa.com. | TBD |