Description

Register today! Join supply chain and logistics leaders on November 10 for "From Signals to Strategy: The Economic, Technological and Market Forces Shaping Logistics" — a can’t-miss look at where the industry is headed, straight from the experts driving the conversation.

Event details:
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Wojcik Conference Center at Harper College
1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067

What you’ll learn:

Learn what to expect from the 2027 economic trends
The Market and Economy panel breaks down freight rates, fuel costs, interest rates and trade policy — and what they mean for your budget in 2027.

See where agentic AI is creating real value in logistics
The Agentic AI: Rise of Tech in Logistics panel covers real use cases, the risks, and where people still fit in AI-driven decisions.

Find out how nearshoring and new pricing strategies will reshape your network
The USMCA & North American Trade panel and the Contracts, Pricing & Partnership Strategy workshop dig into Mexico’s growing role, cross-border rail and truck freight, and how to build carrier partnerships that last beyond the lowest rate.

What to expect:

8:00 AM – Check-in opens, breakfast included
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Forum sessions packed with insight you can act on
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Happy hour to keep the conversation (and the networking) going

Agenda (all times Central):
Venue: Amphitheater, Room W120, Wojcik Conference Center at Harper College | Parking: Lot 14
8:00 – 9:00 AM – Check-in & Registration
9:00 – 9:15 AM – Opening Remarks, TCC Executive Team
9:15 – 10:00 AM – Panel: USMCA & North American Trade (nearshoring, trade policy, Mexico manufacturing growth and cross-border freight)
10:00 – 11:00 AM – Plenary & Panel: Market & Economy Outlook, plenary by Mike Regan (economic indicators, freight trends, regulatory changes and growth opportunities)
11:00 – 11:15 AM – Networking Break
11:15 – 11:45 AM – Keynote: Cargo Theft and Fraud Trends, Dale Prax
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM – Lunch
12:30 – 1:00 PM – Plenary: Economy, Trade, Manufacturing & Illinois, Thom Walstrom (Illinois competitiveness and the manufacturing outlook)
1:00 – 1:30 PM – Plenary: Agentic AI and the Future of Logistics, Jimi Allen
1:30 – 2:00 PM – Panel: Agentic AI: The Rise of Tech in Logistics (AI-driven decision making, automation, governance and adoption)
2:00 – 2:30 PM – Networking Break
2:30 – 3:30 PM – Workshop: Contracts, Pricing & Partnership Strategy (pricing strategies, customer retention, contracting and resilient partnerships)
3:30 – 4:00 PM – Closing Remarks & Executive Insights
4:00 – 5:00 PM – Networking Happy Hour

Tickets are selling fast — purchase yours today.

Registration is now open! We can’t wait to see you at Harper College!

Tickets:
TCC Members: $200
Non-Members: $250
Students: $75

TCC members, please log in when registering to receive the member rate.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Boost your company’s exposure with logo placement, shout-outs, and exclusive event recognition. All sponsors, regardless of sponsorship level, are eligible for a dedicated table or booth in the Vendor Hall. Use this space to promote your organization, distribute marketing materials, engage with attendees, and gain additional exposure for your company throughout the event.

Why Sponsor?

As a sponsor, you will receive brand exposure and visibility to our multi-modal audience of professionals. Here's how sponsoring this event will benefit your company:

• Brand Visibility: Your company’s logo will be prominently displayed on event materials and communications.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry decision-makers and influencers.
• Marketing Exposure: Showcase your company’s support for networking events for professionals in the transportation, logistics, and supply chain sectors.

Diamond (1 only) - $5,000
Includes the following:

• 4 tickets to event
• One marketing email sent to TCC mailing list promoting your business
• Company recognition on event signage and registration table (large)
• Company recognition on sponsor banner on TCC website
• Company recognition in email promotions for event
• Company recognition in edition of The Waybill following the event

Platinum (2 only) - $2,500
Includes the following:

• 3 tickets to event
• Company recognition on event signage (medium)
• Company recognition on scrolling sponsor banner on TCC website
• Company recognition in email promotions
• Company recognition in edition of The Waybill following the event

Gold (4 only) - $1,000
Includes the following:

• 1 ticket to event
• Company recognition on event signage (small)
• Company recognition in email promotions
• Company recognition in The Waybill following the event

Silver - $500
Includes the following:

• 1 Ticket to event
• Company recognition on event signage (small)
• Company recognition in email promotions
• Company recognition in The Waybill following the event