Full Schedule including education & Networking sessions

FMF Golf Tournament

February 19, 2025
8:00-2:00 PM
Riverwalk Golf Club
Out on the links is a great way to mix networking with a little fun.

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San Diego Zoo Tour

February 19, 2025
9:00-2:00 PM
San Diego Zoo
Mix networking with a little fun at the legendary San Diego Zoo.

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Exhibitor Move-In

February 19, 2025
12:30-4:00 PM
Eventide
Exhibitor move-in begins at 12:30 PM.

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Registration Open

February 19, 2025
2:00-7:00 PM
Pacific Jewel Foyer
Registration is open daily. Please visit during operating hours.

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New Member & First Time Attendee Reception with Ambassador Meet & Greet

February 19, 2025
4:00-4:45 PM
Lanai Lawn
Get a run down on the show and all the things you can expect over our two-day conference! Sponsored by Dispatch Science.

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FMF Keynote Kickoff: Success Through Struggle

February 19, 2025
5:00-6:00 PM
Pacific Jewel AB
Don't miss session! Redmond's incredible journey will leave you empowered to tackle any challenge. Sponsored by Key Software Systems.

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Redmond Ramos
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Opening Reception

February 19, 2025
6:00-8:00 PM
Eventide
Network with new connections and old colleagues at the Opening Reception! Sponsored by Openforce.

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President's VIP Reception

February 19, 2025
9:00-11:00 PM
President's Suite (by invitation only)
President's Suite (by invitation only). Sponsored by GigSafe.

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Registration Open

February 20, 2025
7:30-5:00 PM
Pacific Jewel Foyer
Registration is open daily. Please visit during operating hours.

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Attendee Breakfast with Exhibitors

February 20, 2025
7:30-9:00 AM
Eventide
Fuel up for the day.

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Annual Business Meeting

February 20, 2025
8:30-9:45 AM
Pacific Jewel AB
Past, present, and future direction of CLDA.

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Advocacy in Action

February 20, 2025
9:45-10:45 AM
Pacific Jewel AB
Discover the power of collective action and effective advocacy.

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Mark Cossack
President | Priority Courier Experts
Rich Meade
Chairman | Prime Policy Group
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Attendee Coffee Break with Exhibitors

February 20, 2025
10:45-12:30 PM
Eventide
Coffee and conversations in the Exhibit Hall.

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Final Mile Flash: Demystifying AI and Logistics Use

February 20, 2025
11:20-11:40 AM
Eventide
Demystify some of the things around AI and logistics.

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Gururaj Rao
CEO | nuVizz, Inc.
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Final Mile Flash: Life Science & The Gig Economy

February 20, 2025
11:40-12:00 PM
Eventide
Learn how to manage the challenges and risks unique to life sciences shippers.

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Eric Donaldson
Sales Director | USPack
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Final Mile Flash: TSA Update

February 20, 2025
12:00-12:20 PM
Eventide
Get an update on our efforts to work with TSA and Indirect Air Carrier program.

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Ralph Perrothers
President | On The Go Cargo, Inc.
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Attendee Lunch with Exhibitors

February 20, 2025
12:30-1:00 PM
Eventide
Lunch in the exhibit hall. Sponsored by Openforce.

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Transportation Regulatory Update

February 20, 2025
1:15-1:45 PM
Pacific Jewel AB
Learn more about the expected legal and regulatory developments in the early months of the new administration.

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Gregory Feary
President and Managing Partner | Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary
Steve Pletcher
Partner | Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary
Braden Core
Partner | Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary
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The Future of Contracting: Supporting Independent Contractors on Their Journey to Small Business Success

February 20, 2025
1:45-2:30 PM
Pacific Jewel AB
Explore the importance of recognizing independent contractors as small business owners.

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Bill Chval
CRO | Openforce
Franz Schreiner
VP of Product | Openforce
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What Shippers Want: Biomedical

February 20, 2025
1:45-2:30 PM
Pacific Jewel C
Unlock the secrets to building strong partnerships in the high-stakes biomedical sector.

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Mike France
OFL Courier Program | Cardinal Health / Optifreight
Rafael Hourula
Head of Logistics | Plasmidsaurus
Lauren King
CEO | e-Courier Software
Michael Kraus
Chairman & CEO | Expak
Andrew Brady
Co-Owner & COO | King Courier
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What Shippers Want: Specialized Delivery

February 20, 2025
2:30-3:15 PM
Pacific Jewel C
Your guide to aligning with the needs of shippers needing specialized deliveries.

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James Nissenberg
VP Logistics | Santa Monica Seafood Co.
Justin Stodolka
AVP of Final Mile Operations | Hub Group
Paul Steffes
COO | 5 String Solutions
Arthur Alexrad
Co-Founder & CEO | Dispatch Science
Eddie Pillow
President | Pillow Logistics
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The Great Unknown: How to Take Your Domestic Courier Operation Global

February 20, 2025
2:45-3:30 PM
Pacific Jewel C
Cross-border opportunities that all North American companies can use to grow their business.

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Steve Howard
Director | World Parcel Alliance
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What Shippers Want: Small Parcel

February 20, 2025
3:15-4:00 PM
Pacific Jewel C
Discover what it takes to build lasting partnerships with small parcel shippers.

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Eric Mathis
Senior Vendor Relations Recruiting Manager | OnTrac
Greg Reed
Executive Director | NSRCMA
Chris Saur
Director of Operations | WeFixFreight
Patrick Scardilli
VP of Sales & Marketing | Key Software Systems
Ryan Schwalbach
CEO | NOW Courier
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Shipper Roundtables

February 20, 2025
4:15-5:15 PM
Eventide
Ask shippers and get answers.

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Eddie Pillow
President | Pillow Logistics
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Carrier Roundtables

February 20, 2025
5:15-6:00 PM
Pacific Jewel AB
Dig into some of the issues and opportunities facing your business and learn from others.

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Thomas Jowers
President - Southeast | ADL Final Mile
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Advocacy Donor Reception (by invitation only)

February 20, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM
Harbor Vista Lawn
By invitation only. Ticket required.

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Grand Reception

February 20, 2025
7:00-9:00 PM
Eventide Gardens
Don't miss this must-attend event! Sponsored by World Parcel Alliance

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Registration Open

February 21, 2025
7:30-12:00 PM
Pacific Jewel Foyer
Registration is open daily. Please visit during operating hours.

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To the Bridge or to the Brig? What Control Can You Have Over Insurance?

February 21, 2025
9:00-9:45 AM
Pacific Jewel AB
Learn about the latest hot button issues and trends in insurance.

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Peter Schlactus
Co-founder & Executive Director | A4DD
Jason Burns Sr.
Insurance Producer | CUI Agency
Bryan Ice
Director of Sales - Transportation | Risk Strategies
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Brunch and Exhibitor Giveaways

February 21, 2025
10:00-11:15 AM
Eventide
Brunch and prizes

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FMF 360: Open Mic

February 21, 2025
11:30-12:30 PM
Pacific Jewel AB
Get a true 360-degree perspective on the most challenging issues, trends and opportunities facing the Final Mile.

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Amit Gir
CEO | Phox Health
Kelly Picard
CEO | Hackbarth Delivery Service
John Benko
VP of Administrative Strategies | ADL Final Mile
Jason Burns Sr.
Insurance Producer | CUI Agency
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Exhibitor Move-out

February 21, 2025
11:30-1:30 PM
Eventide
Exhibitor move-out begins at 11:30 AM.

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