Logistics Marketing & Sales
Conference
June 9-11, 2024
New Orleans, LA
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If you're looking for the best-of-the-best Global Marketing Summit or Global Sales Summit in the logistics industry, this is it! TMSA ELEVATE is THE place you want to be.
TMSA is celebrating its 100-year anniversary by bringing together the top sales and marketing talent across the transportation and logistics industry for three days of inspiring keynotes, innovative storytelling, engaging breakout sessions, and meaningful networking in New Orleans. |
Why You Should Attend the Event
Learn
Network
Get Inspired
Have Fun!
The Power of Storytelling
Ty Bennett
Keynote Speaker
Ty Bennett is the Owner & CEO of the largest Ninja Warrior Gym in the world. An active CEO and serial entrepreneur, he has built three multi-million dollar businesses in three different industries. The first was built while in his 20's, where he and his brother developed 500 sales managers with sales and leadership in 37 countries, eclipsing $20 Million in annual revenue.
Ty knows from firsthand experience what it takes to lead and influence others. He has used storytelling to sell, lead and teach people around the world. Ty will share specific techniques to increase your effectiveness as a communicator and improve your ability to move people to action through The Power of Storytelling.
Our industries have been weathering a cyclical freight downturn, directly impacting how we go to market in both Marketing and Sales. Gain insights into what to expect from the economic experts.
- Does the second half of 2024 offer a strengthening of our markets?
- What impact will 2024 being an election year have?
- What are the impacts of both the Red Sea and Panama Canal challenges?
- Q & A with the Experts
Learn
ELEVATE's educational line-up includes the best of the best in trending topics in sales and marketing in transportation and logistics. This includes digital strategies, lead generation, AI, public relations, social selling, advertising, sales training, CRM/CX, automation, brand loyalty, and more.
Network
Mix and mingle with your industry peers who are ready to discuss all things marketing, sales, transportation, and logistics.
Get Inpired
TMSA hosts some of the most influential people in our industry. Learn the tactics and strategies that sales and marketing professionals can use to drive more revenue for their company and tools for professional growth.
Give Back
As a non-profit ourselves, giving back to the community is important to us. For the second year, TMSA is hosting a unique opportunity for attendees: a GiveBack event where you can support a local charity, while networking with other industry professionals.
Have Fun
Work hard, play hard. Sales and marketing professionals are the crowd that knows how to have a good time. From our Blazer's Bash to Ghost Tours, we'll be hosting fun outings to get to know your peers better.
We heard you! Now more opportunities to network and see the cities we're in!
Community GiveBack
TMSA's first-ever Community GiveBack last year was met with rave reviews. The biggest piece of feedback was that you wanted to do MORE!
TMSA is excited to partner with The Covenant House this year to do a holiday gift drive and more.
Jazz Brunch Cruise
Let's kick off TMSA's 100-year anniversary with those New Orleans vibes by taking to the water for a Jazz Brunch Cruise on Sunday, June 9th at 11:30am.
This is an opt-on 2-hour networking event for TMSA attendees and guests.
Port of New Orleans Tour
We're excited to offer our members a private bus tour through the Port of New Orleans on Wednesday, June 12th at 12:00pm.
These are always a hit and tickets go fast!
The Sazerac House Tour
Keep the connections going and the fun flowing after the close of conference by signing up for the self-guided tour on Tuesday, June 11th at 4:15pm through three floors of exhibits and history to explore New Orleans’ spirited culture and traditions. Enjoy Sazerac product samples along the route. Note, tickets are complimentary, but reserving through TMSA ensures we can all enter at the same time.
Ghost Tours
Sticking around on Tuesday night? We've got you covered with some spooky fun. Ghost tours are a must-do while in New Orleans! This is an opt-on networking opportunity. We have coordinated three private tour options just for TMSA attendees that you can sign up for on Tuesday, June 11th at 8:00pm: Our Favorite Ghosts, Lewd Spirits Haunted Tour, and French Quarter by Night.
What People Are Saying About ELEVATE
April Morone, Freight Sales & Operations Director, GoProFreight
Mike Mikulik, VP Sales and Marketing, North America, SPI Logistics
Kameel Gaines, CEO, Rig On Wheels
Rob Bussey, National Sales Manager, BWS Logistics
Sunday, June 9
11:30 - 1:30 PM EST
Jazz Brunch Cruise on the Steamboat NATCHEZ
Sunday, June 9
2:00 - 7:00 PM EST
Registration
Sunday, June 9
3:30 - 4:30 PM EST
Newcomer's Reception
TMSA welcomes all new attendees to attend this Newcomers Reception to meet and greet with fellow newbies to the event AND members of the TMSA Membership Committee.
Sunday, June 9
4:30 - 6:00 PM EST
Community GiveBack
Sunday, June 9
6:00 - 8:00 PM EST
Opening Reception
Monday, June 10
7:00 - 4:00 AM/PM EST
Registration
Monday, June 10
7:30 - 8:10 AM EST
Breakfast
Monday, June 10
8:30 - 9:00 AM EST
Opening Remarks
Monday, June 10
9:00 - 10:00 AM EST
The Power of Storytelling
Opening Keynote
Monday, June 10
10:00 - 10:15 AM EST
Transportation Tales
Monday, June 10
10:15 - 10:30 AM EST
Break
Monday, June 10
10:30 - 11:30 AM EST
Thriving Through Disruption Panel
Monday, June 10
11:30 - 11:45 AM EST
Transportation Tales
Monday, June 10
11:45 - 12:00 AM/PM EST
Transportation Tales
Monday, June 10
12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Lunch Roundtables
Monday, June 10
1:15 - 2:15 PM EST
Shippers Panel
Monday, June 10
2:15 - 2:30 PM EST
Transportation Tales
Monday, June 10
2:15 - 3:15 PM EST
Sponsor Hour
3:00 - 3:45
PM EST
Breakout Sessions
4:00 - 4:45
PM EST
General Session
6:00 - 6:30
PM EST
Cocktail Party/Blazer's Battle
6:30 - 9:30
PM EST
Blazer's Bash/Awards Ceremony
8:30 - 9:30
AM EST
Breakfast/TMSA Member Meeting
9:30 - 10:15
AM EST
General Session
10:30 - 11:15
AM EST
Breakout Sessions
11:30 - 12:30
AM/PM EST
Closing Keynote
12:30 - 1:30
PM EST
Interactive Roundtable Discussions (Lunch)
10:00 - 11:00
AM EST
TMSA Board of Directors Meeting
10:00 - 11:00
AM EST
Port of New Orleans Tour
Registration
Newcomer's Welcome
TMSA welcomes all new attendees to attend this Newcomers Reception to meet and greet with fellow newbies to the event AND members of the TMSA Membership Committee.
Community GiveBack
TMSA's first-ever Community GiveBack last year was met with rave reviews. The biggest piece of feedback was that you wanted to do MORE! TMSA is excited to partner with The Covenant House this year.
Opening Reception
Registration
Breakfast
Opening Remarks
The Power of Storytelling
In today’s world, the right communication skills top the list of the most valuable tools sales that business professionals can cultivate. By mastering the art of storytelling communication your team can connect more. Close more. Retain more. And develop long-term valuable relationships both personally and professionally.
Safeguarding Success: How Sales and Marketing Can Protect Against Freight Fraud
In this dynamic 15-minute session, Cassandra Gaines presents a compelling exploration of the contemporary challenges posed by freight fraud and unveils strategies for sales and marketing professionals to demonstrate their companies' commitment to combatting it.
Break
From Surviving to Thriving: Using Disruption as Fuel to Accelerate Positive Change
Our industry has faced extensive disruption from weather, rising costs, capacity displacement, fluctuating rates, as well as organizational shakeups such as mergers, acquisitions, and bankruptcies, which have altered processes and structures. Join us for a panel of industry leaders sharing how they've navigated such challenges, offering insights and strategies to enhance resilience and thrive amidst disruption.
Paving the Way for a Greener Future: The Influence of Sustainability on Supply Chains and Customer Experience
In today's ever-changing world, the call for sustainability is more vital than before. Learn how sustainable methods are transforming supply chains and redefining customer interactions, as well as improving ROI. Delve into the value of transparency with partners, the impact of supplier codes of conduct, and how metrics can enhance customer relationships.
Charting Your Course: Navigating a Long-Time Career in Logistics
Join Dionne Noisette for an enlightening 15-minute session as she shares invaluable insights from her 17-year marketing journey at FedEx, coupled with practical advice for aspiring professionals in the logistics industry.
Lunch Roundtables
Have lunch while discussing the trending topics facing the industry today.
Shipper's Panel
We’ve assembled a dynamite panel who will give you direct voice-of-customer input for sales and marketing success. We’ll discuss what matters to shippers today, what they are most concerned with, and what they value in their partners.
15-Minute Chronicles: Stories That Leave a Mark
In compelling 15-minute sessions, transportation leaders share transformative journeys, showcasing resilience, creativity, and forward-thinking to inspire innovation in the dynamic transportation landscape.
Sponsor Hour
Engage with industry leaders and explore groundbreaking solutions during Sponsor Hour. Make the most of your experience by visiting every table for a chance to win a prize!
Breakout Sessions
Behind the Masks: Navigating the Logistics of Mardi Gras
Join us as we unravel the intricacies of planning and executing one of the world's most dazzling celebrations. From parade routes to flat design, we'll explore the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps the festivities rolling smoothly.
Break
Blazer's Battle: Pre-Party Happy Hour
Grab a drink and mingle before the Blazer's Bash begins.
Blazer's Bash
You're invited to dress to impress and have some fun at our Blazer's Bash. Come for delicious food, great conversation, to celebrate our award winners, and maybe even hit the dance floor!
Breakfast & TMSA Member Meeting
People, Profit, and Purpose: Unifying Your Workforce for Business Impact Panel
In today’s dynamic transportation landscape, the alignment of people, profit, and purpose stands as the cornerstone for business success. This panel of industry experts will draw from their experience and insights to demonstrate the need for cross-departmental and cohesive communication and alignment. By intertwining business strategies, securing collaboration across all business units, organizations and people alike will be better positioned to support and develop all employees from recruitment to retirement and fastidiously grow the business.
Break
Coffee Talks
Coffee Talks are designed for you to have the opportunity to engage with a topic expert to gain the answer to a pressing question that sales and marketers in the space are facing today.
Economic Panel
Our industries have been weathering a cyclical freight downturn, directly impacting how we go to market in both Marketing and Sales. Gain insights into what to expect from the economic experts.
Breakout Sessions
The Lasting Bonds of TMSA
Join Candi Cybator and Jodi Cape for a 15-minute exploration of the profound bonds of friendship and camaraderie fostered through TMSA membership. Through personal anecdotes and insights, we'll highlight how the connections we've made here has enhanced both professional growth and personal well-being within our community.
15-Minute Chronicles: Stories That Leave a Mark
In compelling 15-minute sessions, transportation leaders share transformative journeys, showcasing resilience, creativity, and forward-thinking to inspire innovation in the dynamic transportation landscape.
Closing of Show
The Sazerac House Tour
Private TMSA Ghost Tours
Port of New Orleans Tour
Get Your Tickets Now!
Final Call Non-Member Pricing
$1,740
Registration for 1 person
All Main Event Sessions
Blazer's Bash, Meals and Snacks Included
Final Call Member Pricing
$1,390
Registration for 1 person
All Main Event Sessions
Blazer's Bash, Meals and Snacks Included
Optional Networking Events
Varies
Jazz Brunch Cruise
The Sazerac House Tour
Ghost Tours
Port of New Orleans Tour