Freightology

Content Channel – Freightology: Transformative Ideas in Transportation

Quick hitting 20 minute presentations by industry thought leaders exploring transformative, thought provoking information, innovations, and ideas in freight transportation.

This Content Channel is recommended for: All Industry Participants

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Tuesday

Activities

9:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch Buffet

Located in the Union Station - Exhibit Hall West

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Opening Reception - Sponsored by TrinityRail

The Opening Reception is held at the Grand Hall Bar in the Crowne Plaza on Tuesday, September 11th from 6:30-8:30 PM . Please join the FTR Staff and conference attendees in this kick-off reception and beneficial networking opportunity.
Tuesday

Transportation 101 & Freightology

Avery Vise
Todd Tranausky
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Transportation 101 - Overview

Overview of Freight Transportation Marketplace
Fundamentals of Freight will begin by providing attendees with a high level profile and exploration of the freight transportation markets. Following this overview, participants will break into two groups -- (1) rail and intermodal, and (2) trucking -- for 90 minutes of presentation and discussion. We encourage trucking executives to utilize this opportunity to better understand rail and intermodal, and vice-versa.

Todd Tranausky
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Transportation 101 - Rail & Intermodal Track

Topics to be addressed include: · The economic and regulatory factors behind the industry’s evolution · The varied equipment types and commodities moved by each mode · Present trends in freight transportation and a brief look at what to expect going forward

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Freightology Sessions

Concurrent sessions running every 30 minutes, exploring transformative ideas in transportation.

Jonathan Starks
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Conference Kickoff: Maximizing Your Conference Experience

Whether you are a first time or returning attendee, you are looking to make the most of your time. Meet several of the FTR Experts who will be leading the charge and let us give you insight into how the depth and breadth of knowledge presented at the conference can help you and your organization. Unsure of what sessions to attend? We will give you the lowdown of what we will be focusing on in each content channel to help you schedule those sessions that will give you maximum benefit.
Tuesday

Transportation 101 & Freightology

Avery Vise
Todd Tranausky
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Transportation 101 - Overview (ISB East)

Overview of Freight Transportation Marketplace Fundamentals of Freight will begin by providing attendees with a high level profile and exploration of the freight transportation markets. Following this overview, participants will break into two groups -- (1) rail and intermodal, and (2) trucking -- for 90 minutes of presentation and discussion. We encourage trucking executives to utilize this opportunity to better understand rail and intermodal, and vice-versa.

Avery Vise
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Transportation 101 - Trucking 101

Topics to be addressed include: · The economic and regulatory factors behind the industry’s evolution · The varied equipment types and commodities moved by each mode · Present trends in freight transportation and a brief look at what to expect going forward

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Freightology Sessions

Concurrent sessions running every 30 minutes, exploring transformative ideas in transportation.

Jonathan Starks
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Conference Kickoff: Maximizing Your Conference Experience (ISB-East)

Whether you are a first time or returning attendee, you are looking to make the most of your time. Meet several of the FTR Experts who will be leading the charge and let us give you insight into how the depth and breadth of knowledge presented at the conference can help you and your organization. Unsure of what sessions to attend? We will give you the lowdown of what we will be focusing on in each content channel to help you schedule those sessions that will give you maximum benefit.
Wednesday

State of Freight - Grand Hall

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

Eric Starks
8:15 am - 8:30 AM

Conference Welcome

Thank you for joining us for the 2018 FTR Transportation Conference! This introduction to the event will provide insight on special events and activities, sessions, and other great opportunities.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Industry Themed Networking Lunch

The lunch is divided into industry areas for enhanced networking. This lunch provides good opportunities to find the people you are interested in getting to know.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Networking Break

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

Invite Only: Speaker Reception and Media Meet & Greet

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Night at The Pavillion - Sponsored by Truckstop.com

Our primetime event for the 2018 Conference is Night at the Pavilion. This event will be held Wednesday, September 12th, and will consist of dinner, followed by an exciting lineup of casino style games and entertainment fit for all. This is a must attend networking event!
Wednesday

Rail Equipment

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

8:15 AM - 10:00 AM

State of Freight Overview

10:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Industry Themed Networking Lunch

The lunch is divided into industry areas for enhanced networking. This lunch provides good opportunities to find the people you are interested in getting to know.

1:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Rail Segment in Grand Hall and Truck and Trailer Equipment Channel

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Networking Break

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

Invite Only: Speaker Reception and Media Meet & Greet

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Night at The Pavillion - Sponsored by Truckstop.com

Our primetime event for the 2018 Conference is Night at the Pavilion. This event will be held Wednesday, September 12th, and will consist of dinner, followed by an exciting lineup of casino style games and entertainment fit for all. This is a must attend networking event!
Wednesday

Truck & Trailer Equipment - Illinois Street Ballroom West

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

8:15 - 10:00 AM

State of Freight Overview

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking Break

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Rail Equipment Channel

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Industry Themed Networking Lunch

The lunch is divided into industry areas for enhanced networking. This lunch provides good opportunities to find the people you are interested in getting to know.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Networking Break

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

Invite Only: Speaker Reception and Media Meet & Greet

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Night at The Pavillion - Sponsored by Truckstop.com

Our primetime event for the 2018 Conference is Night at the Pavilion. This event will be held Wednesday, September 12th, and will consist of dinner, followed by an exciting lineup of casino style games and entertainment fit for all. This is a must attend networking event!
Thursday

Shipper, Broker, & Carrier

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Registration Open

8:00 am - 8:45 PM

Conference Keynote: TBD

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Transportation "One-on-One"

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

2:30 PM

Conference Closing
Thursday

Rail Equipment

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Conference Keynote: TBD

9:00 am - 9:30 AM

Rail Equipment Keynote "One-on-One"

Eric Starks
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Rail Equipment Outlook: The FTR Perspective

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

2:30 PM

Conference Closing
Thursday

Truck & Trailer Equipment

6:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Indy Canal Run/Walk

Meet in the Crowne Plaza lobby. Start your day off right with a 3 or 5 mile run, or a 2 mile walk down the Indy canal. A great time to enjoy the beauty of Indianapolis and engage with your colleagues. Participates also receive a complimentary running shirt.

6:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Breakfast

Enjoy a hot breakfast and omelet station before the conference sessions begin.

7:00 AM - 2:30 AM

Registration Open

Union Station Lobby

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Conference Keynote: TBD

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Truck & Trailer Equipment Keynote "One-On-One"

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

2:30 PM

Conference Closing