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Session Details

Monday, September 28, 2026, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM  | San Diego Ballroom C (Level 2, North Tower)
Zach Zacharia, Director, Center for Supply Chain Research Lehigh, Lehigh University
Matt Hester, Managing Director, National Elite Transportation, LLC
Chris Patrick, Senior Vice President, Coddington & Butler
Description:

While global risks dominate headlines, domestic vulnerabilities -- from aging bridges to localized extreme weather -- pose immediate threats. This panel discusses how to harden domestic supply chains and create "shock absorbers" within your network to maintain service levels.

Moderated by Zach Zacharia, Director, Center for Supply Chain Research, Lehigh University

Learning Objectives:
  1. Engage with industry peers to build meaningful connections and cross-functional partnerships.
  2. Exchange diverse perspectives to brainstorm creative solutions and challenge existing industry norms.
  3. Translate session discussions into practical strategies and immediate takeaways for your organization.
Format: Panel Discussion
Topic Series: Leadership Series
Level: Advanced
Products: Accounting Hub, AI Portfolio, Appian, Connected Maintenance, Contracted Procurement, CoPilot, Dispatch Advisor, Expert Fuel, Fleet Hub, Freight Audit & Payment, Freight Marketplace, Freight Marketplace/ Freight Audit & Payment, Freight Procurement, Freight Sourcing, Freight Sourcing/Freight Procurement/Spot Freight, Freight Visibility, Fuel Dispatch, Innovative TMS, Mapping/ Mileage & Routing APIs, Market Insights, Network Insights, PC*Miler, Reveal, Road Call, Smart Workflow, Tender Evaluation, Time Slot Management, Real-time Yard Mgmt, Spot Procurement, TMT Fleet Maintenance, TMT Service Center, TMW.Suite TMS, Transport Assignment, Transport Execution, Transportation Cloud, Trimble NEXT, Trimble TMS for Shippers, TruckMate TMS, TruETA, Vusion
Audience: CEO/Owners, CFO/Controllers, CIO, CTO/ Operations/ Logistics, Fleet Managers, IT/Business Tech, Operations, Owners/Operators, Planners/ Supply Chain/ Operations/ Logistics, Procurement, Technology Leaders, VP Transportation (Shipper)
Session Topic Tags: Freight & Network Strategy, Industry Partner, Market Trends and Insights, Vision & Strategy

 

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