Market Vitals: Seminar 72

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 2025-2028. 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

February 19-20, 2025 at The Commons at 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201

Event sponsored by:

Guest Speakers:

Warren Auwae, Senior Vice President of Global Remarketing - Velocity Vehicle Group

Mark Brakeall, Director Marketing, Dealer Operations & Connected Vehicle - Hino Trucks

Corey Eisen, Vice President - TEN Cool

Randy Flanagan, VP, Sales - Trailer - SAF Holland

Mark Hall, General Manager - Stoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer

Jon Horvath, Director Economics and Marketplace Dynamics - C.H. Robinson

Josh Sluder, Director of Dealer Development - Integrity Truck Sales, LLC.

Mike Zimm, Senior Industry Analyst - BMO Transportation Finance

More to come!

DAY 1 SESSIONS

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mexico Workshop

*Exclusive workshop ONLY for companies who purchased the Mexican Trailer report
Guest speakers include representatives of the National Chamber of the Manufacturing Industry (CANACINTRA).

12:00 PM

WELCOME/REGISTRATION

Thank You To Our Name Badge Sponsor:

1:00 PM

OEM Panel

Mark Brakeall, Director Marketing, Dealer Operations & Connected Vehicle - Hino Trucks
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Moderator: Kenny Vieth, President & Senior Analyst - ACT Research

2:30 PM

Dealer Panel

Warren Auwae, Senior Vice President of Global Remarketing - Velocity Vehicle Group
Josh Sluder, Director of Dealer Development - Integrity Truck Sales, LLC.
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Moderator: Steve Tam, Vice President & Analyst - ACT Research

4:00 PM

Regulations & Emerging Tech Panel

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Moderator: Lydia Vieth, Research Analyst, Electrification & Autonomy - ACT Research

5:00 PM

Closing Thoughts

6:00 PM

NETWORKING DINNER

ACT Research Office - 4440 Middle Rd., Columbus, IN 4720

DAY 2 SESSIONS

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20

7:30 AM

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & REGISTRATION

Thank You To Our Name Badge Sponsor:

8:00 AM

Economic Panel

Jon Horvath, Director Economics and Marketplace Dynamics - C.H. Robinson
Mike Zimm, Senior Industry Analyst - BMO Transportation Finance
David Teolis, Chief Economist - ACT Research

9:45 AM