ABOUT
What: Since 1986, ACT Research has been the leader in commercial vehicle data, market analysis, and forecasting services, providing timely and vital information to the marketplace. As a benefit to subscribers, ACT Research holds two events per year to provide an opportunity for discussions, professional insights, and networking.
The ACT Research team will provide the N.A. Commercial Vehicle & Transportation Industries Outlook for 2024-2028. In addition, we will be hosting industry expert guests to discuss the current and future health of the industry to support your planning and budgeting.
Why Participate: Obtain valuable perspectives on the commercial vehicle (CV) and transportation industries from the organization renowned for its top-tier North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK. ACT Research received the prestigious 2019 Lawrence R. Klein Blue Chip Award for our exceptional forecast accuracy.
Who Participates: Those joining us are industry trailblazers and decision-makers, including top management and C-Suite executives from their respective OEMs, Tier 1 & 2 suppliers, new entrant OEMs, technology suppliers, and a variety of financial institutions.
What Others Say: "[ACT Seminar] is a can't miss...an incredible group of people across the industry; you have OEMs, tier 1s, fleets, start-ups, investment side, sell side. A great lineup of speakers and panels, something that you rarely get at conferences like this." -Robert Brown, Chief Strategy Officer, Spartan
When & Where: Market Vitals: The Current & Future Health of the Industry will be held
August 21-22, 2024 at The Commons at 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201
Event sponsored by:
DAY 1 SESSIONS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
10:00 AM
NEW - NETWORKING BRUNCH
- The Commons - 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201
12:00 PM
WELCOME/REGISTRATION
Thank You To Our Name Badge Sponsor:
1:00 PM
FREIGHT FORECAST: SEISMIC SHIFT IN FREIGHT
- Tim Denoyer, VP & Sr. Analyst - ACT Research
- Dean Croke, Principal Analyst - DAT Freight & Analytics
1:45 PM
FREIGHT PERSPECTIVES PANEL
- David Spencer, VP Market Intelligence - Arrive Logistics
- Brad Delco, Senior VP, Finance - J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
- Moderator: Tim Denoyer, VP & Sr. Analyst - ACT Research
3:30 PM
FIRESIDE CHAT
- Sherry Sanger, EVP Strategy and Marketing - Penske
- Jim Meil, Principal, Industry Analysis - ACT Research
5:00 PM
CLOSING THOUGHTS
6:00 PM
NETWORKING DINNER
- ACT Research Office - 4440 Middle Rd., Columbus, IN 47203
DAY 2 SESSIONS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
7:30 AM
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION
Thank You To Our Name Badge Sponsor:
8:00 AM
ECONOMIC PANEL
- David Teolis, Chief Economist - ACT Research
- Moderator: Jim Meil, Principal, Industry Analysis - ACT Research
9:45 AM
CLASS 8 FORECAST
- Kenny Vieth, President & Sr. Analyst - ACT Research
10:30 AM
AN OEM'S VIEW OF THE CLASS 8 MARKET
- Diane Hames, Vice President, Commercial Strategy - Navistar, Inc.
- Kenny Vieth, President & Sr. Analyst - ACT Research
11:15 AM
USED TRUCKS + DEALER
- Ron Long, President & CEO - Premier Truck Group
- Steve Tam, VP, Analyst - ACT Research
12:00 PM
NETWORKING LUNCH
1:00 PM
REGULATIONS + ZEV FORECAST UPDATE
- Lydia Vieth, Research Analyst, Electrification & Autonomy - ACT Research
- Ann Rundle, VP, Electrification & Autonomy - ACT Research
1:45 PM
US TRAILER MARKET + OEM
- Sean Kenney, CEO - Hyundai Translead
- Kenny Vieth, President & Sr. Analyst - ACT Research
- Jennifer McNealy, Director, Research Analysis and Publications - ACT Research
2:45 PM
MEDIUM DUTY MARKET + OEM
- Shaun Skinner, President - ISUZU
- Steve Tam, VP, Analyst - ACT Research
4:00 PM
CLOSING THOUGHTS
