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 Klimczyk, CEO 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 Hoss, CEO 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 Buckley, Manager 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 Panzarella, Vice 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 Prasad, Vice President - Strategy, Corporate Development & New Product Innovation at UPS Capital
