It’s almost 2023. Is professional development on your to-do list next year?
If it is, this preview of the top supply chain and logistics conferences is for you (that is, if you’re a supply chain management and logistics professional). This month-by-month list of the best supply chain and logistics events in 2023 is an easy place to start to get professional development on your calendar.
After 2023 arrives, be sure to check back for additional information as new conferences and details are announced.
Please note: As always, safety should always be your top concern when deciding whether to travel and/or attend large events in person. While COVID-19 restrictions may be loosening in many areas, you and your team should weigh the risks and benefits, especially if you are at an increased health risk.
JANUARY
- Jump Start
When: January 23-25, 2023
Where: Atlanta, GA
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Carriers, shippers, logistics service providers and technology providers
The Conference in Their Words: It’s a three-day supply chain event produced annually by SMC³ that provides the ideal environment for qualitative, valuable networking and industry education. Carriers, shippers, logistics service providers and technology providers consistently attend the winter’s definitive supply chain intelligence gathering for its unrivaled networking opportunities, top-tier presenters and timely content to kick off the new year.
FEBRUARY
- LINK 2023: Retail Supply Chain Conference
When: February 19-22, 2023
Where: Orlando, FL
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Retail supply chain professionals
The Conference in Their Words: The Retail Supply Chain Conference is where the entire retail ecosystem comes together to tackle the industry’s biggest challenges.
- TPM23
When: February 26-March 1, 2023
Where: Long Beach, CA
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Those who have a hand in the international container shipping supply chain: shippers, carriers, forwarders, technology providers, trucking operators, railroads, ports and terminals
The Conference in Their Words: TPM, organized by The Journal of Commerce within S&P Global Market Intelligence, is the premier conference for the trans-Pacific and global container shipping and logistics community.
Founded in 2001, TPM is based on an editorially independent and rigorous program developed by the leading team of specialized journalists covering international transportation and logistics. TPM annually presents the industry’s most in-depth program delving into the most pressing challenges affecting container shippers in North America and globally. The event annually attracts the most senior-level audience in this industry and is a platform for a week of essential and intensive networking, negotiations, and relationship building among the multiple parties in the international container shipping supply chain: shippers, carriers, forwarders, technology providers, trucking operators, railroads, ports, terminals, and many others who participate in this market.
MARCH
- Food Shippers of America Conference
When: March 5-7, 2023
Where: Palm Desert, CA
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Supply chain professionals engaged in the business of shipping or receiving food and related products in the food and beverage industry
The Conference in Their Words: Industry news, best practices, and market intelligence you need to know. The Food Shippers Conference of America is the only industry event bringing together food chain pros through education and networking.
- Mexico's Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit 2023
When: March 9, 2023
Where: El Paso, TX
Format: In person
Who should attend: OEMs in Mexico and potential suppliers.
The Conference in Their Words: Mexico's Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit 2023 is a unique opportunity for leading OEMs in Mexico and potential suppliers to meet and identify new business partners. At the same time, through conference sessions and case studies, participants will learn the latest developments in manufacturing and supply chain dynamics in Mexico.
APRIL
- TIA 2023 Capital Ideas Conference and Exhibition (Transportation Intermediaries Association)
When: April 19-22, 2023
Where: Orlando, FL
Format: In Person
Who should attend: Third-party logistics providers
The Conference in Their Words: Join over 1,400 of North America’s most successful brokerage-based logistics professionals for 4 days of reconnecting, networking & education. This is the only meeting for third-party logistics providers. It is a once-a-year opportunity for you to interact with representatives from throughout North America and abroad.
MAY
- Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023
When: May 8-10, 2023
Where: Orlando, FL
Format: In-person
Who Should Attend: CSCOs and supply chain executives
The Conference in Their Own Words: At the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2023 conference, we’ll explore big ideas and deliver actionable insights to help supply chain leaders:
- Develop agile and resilient supply chain strategies.
- Mitigate risk and respond to disruption.
- Pursue digital initiatives that drive business growth.
- Build talent for the future.
- Prioritize technology investments to achieve objectives.
- American Supply Chain Summit
When: May 16-17, 2023
Where: Dallas, TX
Format: In-person
Who should attend: Supply chain and operations professionals
The Conference in Their Words: The American Supply Chain Summit is a leadership focused meeting designed around improving supply chain and procurement strategy across the globe. The Supply Chain Summit serves as an annual platform to exchange ideas and collaborate on the impact of market dynamics and new technologies for current and future supply chain and operations leaders. This year’s event creates an opportunity to examine key case studies on how to navigate supply chain disruptions as well as how workforce management, advanced analytics, process improvement and automation are being rolled out in the world’s best facilities. Join the in-depth discussions on achieving innovation, maximizing supply chain profitability and increasing visibility and flexibility to mitigate risk.
- North American Rail Shippers (NARS)
When: May 24-26, 2023
Where: Chicago, IL
Format: In-person
Who should attend: Rail owners, vendors and users in Canada, Mexico and the United States
About NARS: The North American Rail Shippers Association (NARS) is the umbrella organization that links five regional associations of rail owners, vendors and users in Canada, Mexico and the United States. NARS membership consists of the officers of each regional association, plus six elected officers and a board of directors.
NARS’ five regional associations also hold their own conferences throughout the year. Check out their websites here:
JUNE
- Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) Annual Conference
When: June 4-7, 2023
Where: Orlando, FL
Format: In person
Who should attend: Warehousing and logistics professionals
The Conference in Their Words: Facing an unprecedented level of disruption, the warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment space is changing fast, which is why WERC puts you together in the same room with front-line innovators and thought leaders who know the industry and can deliver the knowledge, tools, and tactics you need to remain competitive.
From labor and data challenges to the explosive growth of e-commerce, no topic is off the table as we discuss solutions to the industry’s most pressing challenges. The result? You will go home armed with fresh insights and deeper connections to share with your team and implement into your operations.
This year’s event features three keynote sessions, facility tours, networking events and over 70 peer-reviewed sessions.
SEPTEMBER
- IANA Intermodal EXPO 2023
When: September 11-13, 2023
Where: Long Beach, CA
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Intermodal shippers and supply chain managers
The Conference in Their Words: Intermodal EXPO is the only event that brings the North American freight supply chain together to collaborate, build and advance the industry. It's a classroom for new skills and a forum for products, services and solutions. EXPO is where connections are made and business happens.
- ASCM CONNECT Annual Conference
When: September 11-13, 2023
Where: Louisville, KY
Format: In person
Who Should Attend: Supply chain professionals
The Conference in Their Own Words: “This premier supply chain educational event brings together the best content, networking and presenters — experts from around the world to explore sustainability; planning; procurement; talent and leadership; diversity, equity and inclusion; and so much more.”
OCTOBER
- EDGE 2023: Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition
When: October 1-4, 2023
Where: Kissimmee, FL
Who Should Attend: Supply chain management professionals
The Conference in Their Own Words: EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition is the event you need for your business in 2023. The eyes of the world are on supply chain and it's crucial to your operations that you discover the latest innovations, strategies, and best practices.
Learn More
For the most up-to-date conference information, be sure to check back here and on the websites for each event. For more supply chain and logistics resources, check out our list of Top Supply Chain Publications and Top Transportation Tips.
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