2023 Agenda
Tentative Schedule – subject to change
| DAY 1 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | “Shotgun” Golf – at The Breakers Ocean Course (Box Lunch Provided from 11:30 AM) – sponsored by Greenscreens.ai | Ocean Course |
| 2:00 – 7:00 PM | Registration | South Loggia West |
| 5:30 – 8:00 PM | Welcome Cocktail Reception – sponsored by Metafora | Ocean Lawn (Back-up: The Circle) |
| DAY 2 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast/Networking – Golf Awards | Mediterranean Courtyard (Back-up: Mediterranean Ballroom) |
| 8:15 AM | Welcome/Introduction – Benjamin Gordon, Cambridge Capital CEO | Venetian Ballroom |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | 2023 Logistics Outlook: What Will the Coming Year Hold for Logistics and Supply Chain?
What innovations are top logistics companies pursuing in 2023? What is happening in warehousing, freight forwarding, and value-added services? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:15 – 11:15 AM | Logistics’ Role in Global Disaster Relief
The last few years have seen many humanitarian disasters – from the COVID-19 virus to Russia’s 2022 invasion of the Ukraine. Learn how supply chain professionals have witnessed disasters, responded, and taken leadership roles in addressing humanitarian critical situations. | Venetian Ballroom |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 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 |
| 12:40 – 1:45 PM | Lunch – sponsored by Lean Solutions Group | Front Lawn (Back-up: Mediterranean Ballroom) |
| 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Dealmaking Spotlight
We saw a spike in deal activity in 2022. Merger and acquisition activity in the industry is growing. Amidst all the market changes, what kinds of deals will be completed in 2023? 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 2023 “Shark Tank” Competition – sponsored by Book Your Cargo
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 |
| 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Cocktail Reception – sponsored by WNS | Ocean Lawn (Back-up: The Circle) |
| 7:30 PM | Dinner – “Shark Tank” winner to be announced | Ocean Lawn (Back-up: Venetian Ballroom) |
| DAY 3 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:30 AM | Breakfast/Networking – sponsored by Benesch Attorneys at Law | Ocean Lawn (Back-up: Mediterranean Ballroom) |
| 8:45 – 9:45 AM | 2023 Transportation Outlook: Opportunities and Challenges in the Transportation Sector
2022 was a year of record volatility. What will the coming year hold for transportation, and how can you position for growth and success in 2023? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | The Evolving Role of the CSCO in 2023
How are your customers’ businesses and their CSCO’s roles and responsibilities 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 |
| 11:15 AM – 12:15 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 2023? How does technology drive business and improvements? What is the value of technology in logistics? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:15 – 12:20 PM | Closing Remarks | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Luncheon – sponsored by Alvys | Front Lawn (Back-up: HMF) |
| 1:45 – 3:45 PM | Pro Tennis Clinic – Attendees and Registered Spouses Invited If you would like to participate but did not already reserve your spot when you registered, please contact Jennifer at (561) 932-1607 or jennifer@bgsa.com | Ocean Tennis / Breakers West |
| 4:30 – 7:30 PM | Sunset Cocktail Cruise & Dockside – sponsored by SnapFulfil
Join your colleagues Friday afternoon for this unforgettable Palm Beach cruise aboard The Grand Princess that will feature the best of the coastline at the most picturesque time of day. Space is limited. Please contact Jennifer at (561) 932-1607 or jennifer@bgsa.com if you would like to attend but did not already reserve your seat when you registered. (Confirmed passengers meet in Breakers Lobby next to Concierge Desk for shuttles leaving at 4:15 and 4:45 for five-minute ride to the dock.) | Aboard The Grand Princess |