Washington, DC - Shippers, industry veterans and top analysts will offer their perspectives on trends in final-mile and same-day delivery issues at the CLDA’ s Fall Forum September 12 -14.  Held in conjunction with PARCEL Forum ’16, CLDA’s Fall Forum will take place at the Gaylord Texan near Dallas. With less than a month to go before CLDA’s Fall Forum, event chair Chuck Moyer revealed the names of some of the speakers today.  They include:
  • Tony Allison, Averitt Express and Gerry Mercure , Dynamex – Trends that are Redefining the Final Mile
  • Patrick Scardilli, Key Software- Reinventing your Business in Today's Final Mile
  • Scott Leveridge, Dynamex and Eric Chesson - Priority Dispatch - Lessons Learned and key Success Factors in the Final Mile
  • Jonathan Adams, Tompkins International – The Voice of the Shipper
  • Scott Grandys, ClearConnect Solutions - Staff Trends - What it Means for Your Business
  • Kelli Block, Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, P.C. and 
  • Troy Cahill, Lasership - Preparing for an IRS 20-factor Audit
  • David Hawkins, Siemens and Rober Regnier, Priority Logistics Inc.
Other speakers will be joining the panels which will be part of the seven sessions CLDA will present at the conference.  There will be a total of 70 business-focused educational PODs to address practical solutions to business issues that affect transportation, logistics, warehousing and packaging professionals.  Participants can follow specific PODs or build their own educational programs. In addition to the CLDA sessions there will be presentations on transportation systems, measuring performance, packaging optimization and alternative supply chain channels This is the third year that the CLDA has partnered with PARCEL Forum for the association’s annual Fall Forum. Over 1000 supply chain professionals will participate in the two-day event that will include over 70 educational and networking sessions.   All attendees have access to any of the PODs, all exhibitors, meals and receptions.   PARCEL Forum has been an influential annual conference and exposition for the parcel shipping, distribution and logistics industry since 2003.  It provides the opportunity for those in the industry to learn about industry trends, meet influential members in the business and learn about the latest products and services.  The 2015 show attracted over 1000 attendees to the conference and exhibition hall which featured over 92 exhibitors showcasing products and services in more than 10,000 square feet.  Reservations for exhibition space are currently available.    CLDA members in good standing receive a discount on conference attendance of $825 for two days and $625 for one.  Rooms at the must be booked separately. For non-member rates, see www.parcelforum.com. For more information, go to theclda.com or contact Amber Thichangthong at:  [email protected]. About the Customized Logistics and Delivery Association The Customized Logistics and Delivery Association (CLDA) is a non-profit trade association that advances the interests of the customized logistics and delivery industry through advocacy, networking and education.  As an industry thought leader and representative for over 400 member companies, the CLDA is committed to providing the resources and education for first and last mile carriers to stay educated about industry trends and opportunities.  Members handle the expedited shipping needs of large and small shippers across North America.  They deliver the final mile to the supply chain.  CLDA has been providing business opportunities, professional development, trend spotting and advocacy for all of those involved with time-critical and last-mile deliveries since 1987.  For more information see www.theCLDA.com.