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SPECIAL SECTION: EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

Modex Transportation & Logistics Theater: Schedule of events

Modex 2024 will once again feature a special theater dedicated to transportation and logistics solutions.

Following a successful launch in 2022, Modex 2024 will once again feature a special theater dedicated to transportation and logistics solutions. Hosted by DC Velocity, the Modex Transportation & Logistics Theater will offer daily 45-minute educational seminars on technologies and strategies for improving transportation and logistics performance. What follows is a list of sessions slated for this year’s show. For more information and descriptions of the seminars, visit https://mx2024.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/#/.

Monday, March 11 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Mastering the Art of WMS Selection: Your Career’s Make or Break Decision


Presented by Alpine Supply Chain Solutions

Speakers: 

  • Sean Moor, CIO at CJ Logistics 
  • Michael Wohlwend, Managing Principal at Alpine Supply Chain Solutions 


Monday, March 11 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

So Many Pressures, So Much Technology: What’s Going to Help You Stay Competitive? 

Presented by Datex

Speakers:

  • Dave Castanon, Senior Director of Solutioning at Datex
  • Frank Jewell, CRO at Datex


Monday, March 11 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Case Study: How NFI is Innovating Inventory Monitoring with Gather AI

Presented by Gather AI

Speakers:

  • Cody Merritt, Director, Solution Design & Innovation at NFI
  • Sean Mitchell, VP of Customer Success at Gather AI


Monday, March 11 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Don’t get locked in: Why flexible automation is a safe, long-term bet

Presented by Geekplus America Inc.

Speaker:

  • Rick DeFiesta, EVP, Sales & Solutions at Geekplus America


Monday, March 11 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. 

Redefining the Future: How JDL Transformed 30 Warehouses in 3 Years 

Presented by ForwardX Robotics

Speaker:

  • Chris Harbert, Sales Director at ForwardX Robotics


Monday, March 11 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. 

Maximizing Efficiency and ROI with Autonomous Forklifts and Automation Projects 

Presented by VisionNav Robotics

Speaker:

  • Ahmad Stokes, Senior Sales Manager of VisionNav Robotics


Tuesday, March 12 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Unlocking End-to-End Supply Chain Efficiencies: Complete Automation and Fulfillment Strategies for Seamless Operations 

Presented by enVista

Speaker: 

  • Paul Baris, Vice President, Planning at enVista 


Tuesday, March 12 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Cracking the Code: Time, Resources, and Expenditures - Navigating the Gaps in TMS Providers’ Route Optimization for Real Cost-Efficiency 

Presented by EPG (Ehrhardt Partner Group)

Speaker:

  • Larry KlimczykCEO EPG Americas at EPG 


Tuesday, March 12 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

Navigating Success: Achieving Brand Alignment in Transportation and Logistics

Presented by Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA)

Speaker: 

  • Jennifer Karpus-Romain, Executive Director at Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA)


Tuesday, March 12 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. 

Pedestrian Collision Avoidance & Safety

Presented by Matrix Design Group

Speaker: 

  • Brian Jones, Vice President – Sales, Marketing & Business Development at Matrix Design Group


Tuesday, March 12 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Next Gen Order Fulfillment Powered by Flexible Robotics 

Presented by Mujin

Speaker: 

  • Ross Diankov, CEO at Mujin


Tuesday, March 12 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Harnessing Actionable AI to Improve Yard Automation 

Presented by Eaigle

Speakers: 

  • Amir HossCEO at EAIGLE (Moderator)
  • Deryk Gillespie, VP Trimac Ventures at Trimac (Panelist)
  • Francis Lalonde, Chief Commercial Officer at KNNX Corp. (Panelist) 


Wednesday, March 13 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

3PL Transformation Summit: Navigating the Future of Warehouse Logistics 

Presented by Exotec

Speakers: 

  • Eugene Demaitre, Editorial Director – Robotics at WTWH Media (Moderator)
  • Zac Boehm, Vice President of Robotic Solutions at Hy-Tek Intralogistics (Panelist)
  • Stanislas Normand, Managing Director at Exotec (Panelist)


Wednesday, March 13 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Eco-Efficiency Unleashed: Exploring the Customer Perspective of Integrating Green Hydrogen in Supply Chain Operations

Presented by Plug Power Inc.

Speaker: 

  • Michael BuckleyManager Technical Sales at Plug Power 


Wednesday, March 13 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Automating Lift Trucks in the Real World 

Presented by Seegrid

Speakers: 

  • David Griffin, Chief Sales Officer at Seegrid 
  • Tom PanzarellaVice President Robotics & Technology at Seegrid 


Wednesday, March 13 3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Unveiling Possibilities 2024: Predictive Analytics & Smarter Shipping

Presented by UPS Capital

Speaker: 

  • Archita PrasadVice President - Strategy, Corporate Development & New Product Innovation at UPS Capital 

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