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Emerge Freight Excellence Tour
Executive Transportation & Supply Chain Series
9.12.2024 | Chicago, IL | Ritz Carlton
Unlock Exclusive Insights and Network with Industry Leaders
The Emerge Freight Excellence Tour is an exclusive, invite-only event designed to provide industry leaders with unparalleled insights into the latest trends for managing modern-day supply chains. Taking place in the heart of Chicago, this one-day morning event features three expert speakers who will share their knowledge and experiences.
Speakers
The Venue
Location Details:
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower Place, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 60611
Event Schedule
8:30 AM
9:15 AM
10:00 AM
10:15 AM
11:00 AM
11:15 AM
12:00 PM
12:15 PM
Why attend?
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to network with peers, discuss the latest industry trends, and explore innovative strategies to enhance their supply chain processes. Join us for an intimate and impactful experience that promises to redefine your approach to freight management.
Claim your complimentary spot
With over 25 years of experience in logistics and supply chain at leading global companies such as Nestle, Starbucks, GAP, Nike, CEVA, and Expeditors, our keynote speaker has navigated the complexities of the industry. Mark's career highlights include leadership in network design, logistics fulfillment, global transportation, 3PL operations, procurement, trade, customs, contract compliance, and customer-facing roles. He has built strong, integrity-driven relationships and believes in collaborative engagement to meet end-to-end customer needs. Passionate about improving logistics and supply chains, Mark is excited to share his expertise as an advisor.
Mark Shepski
Founder M Shepski Advisory | Former Nike, Gap, Starbucks, Nestle, CEVA, Expeditors | Veteran - US Army
Randy Cooper
Director, Transportation,
Del Monte Foods, Inc
Randy Cooper, the Director of Transportation at Del Monte Foods, Inc., oversees the transportation budget and procurement processes for all freight modes, including truckload, intermodal, less-than-truckload (LTL), ocean, and rail, both domestically and internationally. With nearly 25 years of supply chain management experience, he ensures efficient and reliable delivery performance across Del Monte’s supply chain. His diverse background includes roles in onboarding and customer integration, operations, and business intelligence development. Randy is a Lean Six Sigma Certified Green Belt and holds a certification in Retail Supply Chain, bringing a wealth of expertise to his role. We're excited to bring you his unique shipper perspective on the current market.
Registration & Breakfast
Summit Kickoff: Mark Shepski
"Supplier Relationship Management: Amplifying Value"
Break
Industry Insights: Brad Wheeler
"Mastering Procurement: Insider Tips and Cutting-Edge Technologies"
Coffee Break & Networking
Market Outlook: Randy Cooper
"Identifying Key Market Indicators Driving Freight Rates and How To Prepare for the Next Market Shift"
Closing Remarks
Lunch
Registration & Breakfast
Summit Kickoff: Mark Shepski
Break
Industry Insights: Brad Wheeler
Coffee Break & Networking
Market Outlook: Randy Cooper
Closing Remarks
Lunch
8:30 AM
9:15 AM
10:00 AM
10:15 AM
11:00 AM
11:15 AM
12:00 PM
12:15 PM
Brad Wheeler will be sharing exclusive insights into procurement strategies he's directly influenced. With over seven years at Emerge and a background in supply chain technology and brokerage services, Brad's expertise in shipper-facing procurement technology and strategy is unparalleled. He has been instrumental in understanding and addressing industry inefficiencies, deploying procurement technology solutions, capacity optimization strategies, and best practices from hundreds of shippers using the Emerge platform. Join us to learn from Brad's firsthand experience in defining a new, efficient way for shippers to procure their freight.
Brad Wheeler
Vice President of Product Adoption at Emerge