2024 Agenda
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| DAY 1 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | “Shotgun” Golf – at The Breakers Ocean Course (Box Lunch Provided from 11:30 AM) – Co-sponsored by Munayyer Group and Navix | Ocean Course |
| 2:00 – 7:00 PM | Registration | South Loggia West |
| 5:30 – 8:00 PM | Welcome Cocktail Reception | Ocean Lawn (Back-up: The Circle) |
| DAY 2 | SESSION | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:15 AM | Breakfast/Networking (Golf Awards) – sponsored by PLS Logistics Services | TBD |
| 8:15 AM | Welcome/Introduction – Benjamin Gordon, Cambridge Capital CEO | Venetian Ballroom |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | 2024 Logistics Outlook: What Will the Coming Year Hold for Logistics and Supply Chain?
What innovations are top logistics companies pursuing in 2024? What is happening in warehousing, freight forwarding, and value-added services? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:15 – 11:15 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 |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Global Logistics: Views from Europe and Asia
What is changing in the global markets? Hear from top global logistics companies on their strategies for growth in Europe, Asia, and elsewhere in the world. | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:40 – 1:45 PM | Lunch – sponsored by Lean Solutions Group | TBD |
| 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 2024 “Shark Tank” Competition
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 |
| 7:30 PM | Dinner – “Shark Tank” winner to be announced | Ocean Lawn |
| 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 | 2024 Transportation Outlook: Opportunities and Challenges in the Transportation Sector
2023 was a year of record volatility. What will the coming year hold for transportation, and how can you position for growth and success in 2024? | Venetian Ballroom |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | 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 |
| 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | The Evolving Role of the CSCO in 2024
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 |
| 12:15 – 12:20 PM | Closing Remarks | Venetian Ballroom |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Luncheon | Front Lawn (Back-up: HMF) |
| 1:45 – 3:45 PM | Pro Tennis Clinic – sponsored by Sendflex Technology Attendees and Registered Spouses Invited – RSVP required. | 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 Caprice 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. (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 Caprice |