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Dates You Don’t Want to Forget in 2020

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Dates You Don’t Want to Forget in 2020

Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) Winter Meeting

Jan. 14–16

Westin Lombard Yorktown Center, Lombard, Illinois

mwrailshippers.com

“Rail’s 2020 Crossroads: Market Share vs. Operating Ratio” is the theme as the impacts of the declining freight market are discussed.

National Retail Federation’s 2020 Vision

Jan. 12-14

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, New York

nrfbigshow.nrf.com

“Retail’s Big Show,” as it is known, includes more than 38,000 retailers, vendors and expert participants.

Nulogy Presents: xChange 19

Jan. 19-21

Westin Phoenix Downtown, Phoenix, Arizona

xchange.nulogy.com

This is the preeminent conference for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands and co-pack suppliers.

Southern Motor Carriers’ Jump Start 20

Jan. 27-29

The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly, Atlanta, Georgia

smc3jumpstart.com

This event covers all things supply chain, such as industry disruption predictions, ethical AI, cross-border logistics, freight profitability analysis, blockchain strategies and much more.

Cargo Logistics Canada

Feb. 4-6

Vancouver Convention Centre West, Vancouver, Canada

cargologisticscanada.com

The global impacts of China’s $1 trillion One Belt One Road and the massive global e-commerce surge are among the expo topics.

17th Annual RLA Conference and Expo

Feb. 4-6

Mirage Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada

rla.org

Reverse Logistics Magazine’s annual event focuses on solutions and technologies surrounding reverse logistics and the circular economy.

38th Annual Mississippi Valley Trade and Transport Conference

Feb. 19-20

Omni Royal Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana

mvttc.com

One of the longest-running river-related logistics events features expert panelists speaking on a range of important topics, including river statistics, port updates and commodities.

Food Shippers of America 65th Annual Logistics Conference

Feb. 23-25

J.W. Marriott Grand Lakes, Orlando, Florida

foodshippersofamerica.org.

This invitation-only conference is aimed at the food shipment field.

LINK2020: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

February 23-26, 2020

Dallas, TX

Gaylord Texan

Rila.org/supplychain

RILA LINK2020: The Retail Supply Chain Conference is the best way to network, learn, and explore hot trends in retail supply chain management.  Hundreds of executives from the top retailers will gather at LINK2020 to discover new, innovative strategies, find new solutions to their challenges, and position themselves as leaders in the field.

Automotive Logistics Mexico

Feb. 25-27

Marquis Reforma, Mexico City, Mexico

automotivelogistics.media/automotive-logistics-mexico

C-Level execs, directors and managers responsible for all areas of logistics and supply chain strategy for vehicle makers, parts suppliers, government, LSPs, tech providers and start-ups gather to learn the latest industry developments.

3rd Cold Chain Global Forum West Coast .20

Feb. 25-27

San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California

pharma-iq.com

Senior supply chain, logistics, transportation, packaging, quality and operations stakeholders from both large and small pharma West Coast-based companies get a holistic temperature-controlled blueprint that goes from clinical supply chain to commercial supply chain.

AFFI Con 2020

Feb. 29-March 3

Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, Nevada

affi.com

This is the American Frozen Food Institute’s premier event for frozen food and beverage makers, industry suppliers and logistical partners.

82nd TCA Annual Convention

March 1-3

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Kissimmee, Florida

Truckload.org

The premier networking and education event in the truckload industry features diverse speakers, workshops and an insightful keynote.

TPM 20

March 1-4

Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, California

joc-tpm.com

Among the largest logistics, business and transportation events includes a variety of industry roundtables, workshops and mixers.

Elevate Annual Users Conference

March 2-5

Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, Florida

elevate.highjump.com

A diverse group of HighJump users, experts and industry leaders and partners discuss Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), 3PL software and Direct Store Delivery (DSD).

MODEX 2020

March 9-12

Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia

modexshow.com

The possibilities are endless thanks to 950+ exhibits and 100+ education sessions tailored to help you discover equipment and system solutions for your material handling and supply chain needs. With keynotes, networking, education and product booths, MODEX is where manufacturing and supply chain innovation come to life.

RILA

Disruptors, Problem-Solvers, & Up-and-Comers: What to Expect at RILA/LINK 2020

Known as The Retail Supply Chain Conference, the 2020 Retail Industry Leaders Association’s (RILA) LINK show gathers leading retail players for an event that goes far beyond networking. The annual RILA/LINK conference will be held from Feb. 23-26, 2020, at the Gaylord Texan Resort, one of the premier conference centers in Dallas. 

The conference boasts a global and domestic attendee presence consisting of exclusive RILA members, executive keynote speakers and supply chain professionals in search of the latest and greatest innovations, resources and partners. More than 1,800 attendees are expected so far.

Participants can anticipate more than 300 solutions providers, 155-plus leading retailers, dozens of breakout sessions and more keynote speakers than one can count on their hands. Among the speakers currently lined up include Levi Strauss & Co. President and CEO Chip Bergh as a keynote speaker and seminar leader, educator and business guru Dr. Dale Henry as a general session speaker. 

Innovation, industry disruptors, retail up-and-comers, economic growth, environmental sustainability and competition are among the RILA focus areas and are part of the topics anticipated for the conference to address.

Hundreds of exhibitors from around the globe will showcase the latest innovation, retail and supply chain solutions and expertise at the show. Among the big names to look out for include: Descartes Systems USA, Amber Road, APL Logistics, Approved Freight Forwarders, Bastian Solutions, BluJay Solutions, CN, FedEx Corp., Georgia Ports Authority, Port Everglades, Port Tampa Bay, Port of Baltimore, Port of Long Beach, Port of Los Angeles, Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, and many more. DHL serves as the Title Sponsor for the 2020 conference, following suit from last year’s event in Kissimmee, Florida. 

LINK 2019 put a spotlight on many of the issues retail and supply chain players are still learning to navigate to this very day. Of these issues, trade tariffs, customer relations and innovation remain high on the list of significant disruptors showing no signs of going away. The retail ecosystem is continuously evolving without warning. The customers of yesterday are greeted with new and competitive offerings to gain their loyalty and without the knowledge of experts and peers, it seems nearly impossible to keep up.

Jennifer Safavian, RILA executive vice president of Government Affairs, issued a firm statement in a recent press release from the association, commenting on the current situation in the trade war and how it continues impacting industry players and customers by taking actions one step further. The following announcement is being attributed for ultimately delaying the imposition of President Trump’s proposed tariffs for another month:

“The damaged caused by the trade war is escalating. Economic indicators continue to signal a slow-down in growth. Investors are skittish, markets are volatile and uncertainty over tariffs is stalling business investments and job creation. Consumer confidence is the one pillar of strength in the U.S. economy, and the president’s tariff strategy is threatening that as higher prices will be imposed on consumer goods with increased tariffs.”

As the retail sector changes, RILA and its 200+ members of retailers, manufacturers and suppliers are ready and prepared for the next step in ensuring success and establishing a competitive edge. Furthermore, the executive team at RILA is ready to stand up on behalf of global retailers. If your company is involved in supply chain logistics or retail in any way, RILA’s 2020 LINK Conference is a no-brainer. Registration is now open, secure your spot today!