CLI 2026 User Group Conference
MAKING THE BEST
EVEN BETTER
October 8 & 9, 2026
The Palmer House Hotel | Chicago, IL
Meet the decision makers and industry leaders at CLI’s User Group focusing on how trucking companies and trucking staff have the technology and resources at their disposal to affect positive change in their respective organizations.
Featured Speakers
KEYNOTE MIKE GRAYSON
The Evolving LTL Landscape: Are You Ready?
Carrier Logistics is pleased to announce that Mike Grayson, Executive Vice President and Chief Relationship Officer of WWEX Group, will deliver the keynote address at the 2026 CLI User Group Conference
As CRO of WWEX Group — the powerhouse behind Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, Unishippers, JEAR Logistics and BLX Logistics — Mike oversees the company’s relationships with its world-class LTL carrier partners, managing their strategic needs and more, for one of the most influential third-party logistics organizations in North America, serving more than 130,000 shippers with innovative parcel, LTL, and full truckload solutions.
In his keynote, Mike will share insights on the evolving transportation landscape and how data, technology, and changing shipper expectations are reshaping the future of logistics. Drawing on deep experience across the parcel, LTL, and 3PL sectors, he will discuss how carriers and logistics providers can position themselves to compete, grow, and thrive in an increasingly digital, data-driven supply chain.
Join us in Chicago to hear Mike’s perspective on where the industry is headed — and how technology leaders and carriers can move forward together.
OTHER GENERAL SESSION SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Surviving a Cyber Crisis: Real Stories, Real Lessons, Real Money — and How AI Changes the Game
For the leaders who keep fleets moving and companies alive.
Cyberattacks don’t slow down—they shut companies down. In this session, Melanie Padron shares real-world ransomware stories from trucking companies and the critical difference preparation makes. Attendees will learn key vulnerabilities, how to assess their risk, what to demand from IT partners, and how AI is transforming cybersecurity into a competitive advantage.
Melanie Padron is a cybersecurity strategist and Vice President of Strategic Growth at IT ArchiTeks, with 20+ years helping companies recover from and prevent catastrophic losses. She works with trucking leaders nationwide to strengthen cyber resilience, reduce risk, and leverage AI for smarter, safer operations. A nationally recognized speaker and NMFTA partner, Melanie brings real-world experience and a clear message: preparation isn’t optional—it’s leadership.
Read Melanie’s full bio and session description.
The State of the Industry ‘26
Join leading transportation analyst Ken Hoexter for an insider’s view of the trucking industry in 2026. As the industry navigates ongoing volatility—shifting freight demand, pricing pressure, excess capacity, and an uncertain economic backdrop—Ken will break down what’s happening right now and what it means going forward. Drawing on his extensive market research and coverage of leading transportation companies, Ken will discuss capacity trends, demand outlook, and the broader economic forces influencing freight markets. Attendees will gain valuable insights into where the industry stands today—and what may lie ahead for carriers, shippers, and logistics providers.
Ken Hoexter is a Managing Director and Senior Equity Analyst at BofA Securities, specializing in airfreight, surface transportation, and marine shipping, and serves as co-head of the firm’s Industrials Research team. He covers many of the world’s leading transportation companies, including FedEx, Knight-Swift Transportation, Norfolk Southern, CSX, Expeditors International, and J.B. Hunt.
A veteran equity analyst with more than two decades of experience, Ken has been recognized 19 times in Institutional Investor magazine’s prestigious All-Star Analyst rankings across multiple sectors. His research and insights are widely followed by investors and industry leaders seeking a deeper understanding of freight markets, economic trends, and the forces shaping global transportation.
Attendees
Attendance at the User Group Conference is free to all CLI customers.
This event has grown in attendance every year so Register Now!
Learn more about the Conference, Agenda and Hotel reservations.
For information, call (914) 332-0300 or e-mail clis@carrierlogistics.com.