LTL Convergence 2025 Logo_DT - BW - HRZ

Modernizing LTL Operations through Optimization & AI

Learn the proven best practices and latest developments in LTL operations and technology from your industry peers.

Nov. 2 - 4 | Dallas, Texas

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Hear from industry leaders

Gain insights from top LTL carriers as they share strategies shaping the future of the industry.

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See optimization & AI in action

Explore real-world case studies and innovations across all stages of operations.

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Connect with forward-thinkers

Network with peers from leading carriers, tech providers, and logistics teams.

Attending Companies:

Logo - 3PL SYSTEMS - bluegrey
Logo - AAA Cooper - White
Logo - ABF Freight - bluegrey
Logo - a duie pyle - bluegrey
Logo - Amazon - White
Logo - ArcBest - White
Logo - Averitt Express - Bluegrey
Logo - CEVA - White
Logo - C.H. Robinson - Bluegrey
Logo - Deloitte - White
Logo - Echo Global Logistics - White
Logo - Estes - White
Logo - FedEx - White
Logo - FedEx Freight - White
Logo - Forward Air - Bluegrey
Logo - FreightFacts - Bluegrey
Logo - freighttech - bluegrey
Logo - FrozenFoodExpress_White
Logo - Groupe Morneau - Bluegrey
Logo - Heale Labs - bluegrey
Logo - Magnum Logistics - Bluegrey
Logo - My Carrier TMS - BlueGrey
Logo - National Home Delivery Associations - Bluegrey
Logo - OakHarbor - White
Logo - PODS - bluegrey
Logo - Saia - White
Logo - SEFL - bluegrey
Logo - Shiplify - White
Logo - smc3 - White
Logo - TFI International - White
Logo - TForce White
Logo - Trimble - bluegrey
Logo - TST CF Express - bluegrey
Logo - Understand LTL - Bluegrey
Logo - worldwide express - White
Logo - Yum! Brands - bluegrey
Logo - Ward Logistics - Bluegrey

Featured speakers

Ravi Ahuja

CEO & Founder

Optym

Rob Estes

CEO

Estes

Webb Estes

President & COO

Estes

Charlie Prickett

CEO

AAA Cooper

Patrick Sugar

EVP, Operations

Saia

John Luciani

COO

A. Duie Pyle

Bala Vaidyanathan

VP, Data Science and OR

FedEx

Dennis Anderson

Chief Innovation Officer

ArcBest

Todd Florence

CIO

Estes

Rohit Lal

CIO

Saia

Woody Lovelace

CIO

SEFL

Jeff Owen

VP, Linehaul

Saia

Trevor Bettley

VP, Engineering & Transportation

FedEx Freight

Howard Cochran

VP, Process Improvement

Estes

Derek O'Rear

VP, Operations

Frozen Food Express

Jason Hunter

VP, Transportation

TForce Freight

Mike Zupon

VP, Technology

Ward

Emrah Cimren

Principal Research Scientist

Amazon

Agenda

Join fellow decision-makers for candid conversations, breakthrough innovations, and a clear view of where the LTL industry is headed.

Sunday, November 2
5:00–8:00 PM
Dinner & Reception
Monday, November 3
7:00–8:15 AM
Breakfast & Networking
8:15–8:30 AM
Welcome
Ravi Ahuja, CEO at Optym
8:30–9:30 AM
The Past & Future of LTL
Rob Estes, CEO at Estes
Webb Estes, President & COO at Estes
9:30–10:15 AM
End-to-end Optimization of LTL
Ravi Ahuja, CEO at Optym
10:15–10:45 AM
Coffee Break
10:45–11:05 AM
LTL Network Planning: Success Story 1
Charlie Prickett, CEO at AAA Cooper
11:05–11:25 AM
LTL Network Planning: Success Story 2
Jeff Owen, VP of Linehaul Operations at Saia
11:25 AM–12:30 PM
Panel: Linehaul Network Planning
Jason Hunter, VP of Transportation at TForce Freight
Mark Zachary, Director of Linehaul Operations at Estes
Saeed Marvizadeh, Director of Data Science & Operations Research at FedEx
David Nicholson, Director of Network at ABF Freight
Trevor Bettley, VP of Engineering and Transportation at FedEx Freight
12:30–1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30–2:30 PM
CIO Panel: Modernizing Technology for a New Era
Rohit Lal, CIO at Saia
Todd Florence, CIO at Estes
Woody Lovelace, CIO at SEFL
*More to be announced
2:30–3:00 PM
AI Innovations at ArcBest
Dennis Anderson, Chief Innovation Officer at ArcBest
3:00–3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30–3:50 PM
Improving Pickup & Delivery Operations:
Success Story 1
Howard Cochran, VP of Process Improvement at Estes
3:50–4:10 PM
Improving Pickup & Delivery Operations:
Success Story 2
Angela Grady, Expert Global Ground and Rail Data at Ceva
4:10–5:00 PM
Panel: Pickup and Delivery Operations
Matt Powers, Director of Operations at Saia
Joe Cook, Director of Engineering at Oak Harbor
Jonathan Bush, Director of Engineering at TForce
Derek O'Rear, VP of Operations at Frozen Food Express
Mike Zupon, VP of Technology at Ward Transportation
6:00–9:00 PM
Dinner & Reception
Tuesday, November 4
7:00–8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking
8:30–9:15 AM
Supply Chain Optimization & AI at Amazon
Emrah Cimren, Principal Research Scientist at Amazon
9:15–10:00 AM
Data Driven Decision Making at FedEx since 1973
Bala Vaidyanathan, VP of Data Science & Operations Research at FedEx
10:00–10:30 AM
Coffee Break
10:30–11:00 AM
Dynamical Linehaul Optimization at Saia
Patrick Sugar, EVP of Operations at Saia
11:00–12:30 PM
Panel: Dynamic Linehaul Operations
Mark Zachary, Director of Linehaul at Estes
Ankit Sikka, Director of Data Science & Operations Research at FedEx
John Luciani, COO LTL Solutions at A. Duie Pyle
12:30–1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30–2:30 PM
Optimization of Dock Operations through AI
Optym Team
2:30–3:00 PM
Closing Remarks

Westin Southlake–Exterior

On Us, at the Westin

If selected to join us, Optym will cover your stay at the Westin Southlake so you can focus on learning, networking, and shaping the future of LTL.

Westin Southlake Lounge

Modern Comfort, Prime Location

Relax and recharge in the heart of Southlake, minutes from DFW Airport and walking distance to shops and dining.

Westin Southlake–Terrace

Stay Where the Action Happens

The Westin Southlake is the official event venue. Stay just steps from every session, reception, and networking opportunity.

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