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CLDA’s 2026 Final Mile Forum to Bring Together Thought Leaders and Innovators in February

INDIANAPOLIS, IN, Oct. 23, 2025 – Final-mile leaders, innovators and decision-makers will gather for CLDA’s 2026 Final Mile Forum set for February 18-20, 2026. The industry’s most extensive networking and educational event will be held at the Austin Marriott Downtown in Austin, Texas.

The Final Mile Forum will offer networking with the industry’s thought leaders and innovators as well as education on supply chain trends and insights. “Anyone in or serving the final-mile industry who wants to grow their business needs to be at the 2026 Final Mile Forum,” says Conference Chair Brian Surber. “It will offer opportunities to connect with industry peers, network with top-notch experts, meet the suppliers to the industry, and gain invaluable insights for today’s competitive market.”  The conference’s content will be tailored to meet the needs of:

  • Carriers, freight forwarders, freight brokers, 3PLs
  • Suppliers of products and services to the industry
  • Shippers, retailers, manufacturers, distributors
  • Drivers and independent contractors.

The event’s title sponsor is Openforce, but other sponsorships are still available.  In addition, a limited number of exhibitor booths are still available.  Registration is now open, with discounts for registration before December 31, for multiple attendees from the same company, and for CLDA members.  For more information, go to FinalMileForum.com.

New York, 17th October 2025 – Finmile, a next-generation AI logistics platform that optimizes parcel routing, delivery efficiency, and visibility across the supply chain, is proud to announce its new membership in the Customized Logistics and Delivery Association (CLDA). This marks a major step in Finmile’s mission to become a recognized leader in last-mile and delivery networks, and to contribute actively to industry standards, advocacy, and collaboration.

Founded to help brands and delivery providers operate smarter, Finmile orchestrates the flow of parcels from checkout to doorstep. Using advanced algorithms, real-time data, and automation, the platform continuously optimizes routes, dispatches, fleet utilization, and network coordination — reducing miles driven, lowering emissions, boosting delivery speed, and improving transparency for all stakeholders.

CLDA (Customized Logistics and Delivery Association) is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to advocating, educating, and networking within the customized logistics and delivery industry. Its membership spans carriers, shippers, drivers, 3PLs, vendors, and logistics innovators. By joining CLDA, Finmile gains access to industry forums, regulatory insights, best practices, and the collective voice shaping policy and standards in delivery and logistics.

Why this matters

  • Credibility and alignment: Membership with CLDA positions Finmile among established and trusted players in the delivery ecosystem.
  • Advocacy and influence: Finmile now has a seat at the table in discussions about regulation, standards, and industry priorities affecting last-mile logistics.
  • Learning and network effects: Through CLDA’s educational resources, events, and member community, Finmile can both contribute and learn from peers across the sector.
  • Strength in collaboration: As logistics complexity increases — from urban congestion to sustainability targets and multimodal networks — success depends on interoperability, shared standards, and coordinated evolution.

“We are thrilled to join CLDA as part of our strategy to scale responsibly and collaboratively. Finmile’s AI platform brings optimization and transparency to last-mile operations — but real transformation in logistics only happens when the ecosystem evolves together. Being part of CLDA gives us a stronger voice, access to critical industry insight, and the ability to partner with like-minded innovators.” — Rich Pleeth, Co-Founder and CEO, Finmile

Next Steps and Commitments

Finmile will actively engage in CLDA’s committees, forums, and advocacy initiatives over the coming months. The company plans to share case studies, best practices, and product showcases with the CLDA community — and to leverage CLDA’s network to expand partnerships, develop standards, and influence policy where delivery and logistics systems intersect with regulation and public interest. For media inquiries or further information, please contact: media@finmile.co

About Finmile

Finmile is an AI logistics platform for brands, delivery service providers, and logistics operators that unifies routing, dispatching, fleet management, and network orchestration. By leveraging AI, real-time data, and automation, Finmile drives more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective last-mile delivery operations while improving visibility and service quality.