Every September, Long Beach, California transforms into the epicenter of the intermodal world as it hosts Intermodal EXPO (and 2025 is no exception). On this episode of The Intermodal Logistics Podcast, we gear up for this can't-miss event by welcoming IANA President & CEO Anne Reinke and VP of Member Services Hal Pollard.
Together, Anne and Hal walk us through what’s on tap this year - from big-picture industry panels covering trade policy, rail mergers and other intermodal issues of the day, to breakout sessions con key topics like cargo theft, drug trafficking, AI and business development. They shine a spotlight on EXPO’s Connie Awards and share why the event's unique exhibit hall is a go-to destination, with tech and equipment specialists and hands-on activities you won’t want to skip.
Our guests also dish on the prime business development and networking opportunities—not just the ones on the official agenda, but those spontaneous hallway conversations that only happen when the brightest minds in the industry come together (we’ll be on-site podcasting ourselves!).
EXPO kicks things off with the Academic Challenge - a collegiate case competition featuring students from fifteen top programs - and wraps up with a not-to-miss closing keynote from firefighter Royal Ramey, who brings a powerful story you’ll remember long after.
IANA's Intermodal EXPO takes place Sunday, Sept. 14 through Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Long Beach Convention Center. If you haven't signed up yet, Hal has the hook-up with a special promo code: Partner25, which takes $100 off registration. Learn more and sign up at www.intermodalexpo.com.
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