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Sharpen your skills and gain practical knowledge that you can immediately implement at your company – all from the comfort of your home or office! The CLDA Executive Leadership Summit (ELS) is designed to offer skills development to c-suite executives, young professionals and managers in the leadership pipeline. Mark your calendar to join us this October, and be on the lookout for more information about this year’s event! If you have any questions, contact CLDA staff at info@clda.org.

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Agenda

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 - Times in EDT

10:00 am -
10:10 am

Welcome

Steve Howard

10:10 am -
11:40 am

Transitioning to the New Abnormal

We are operating in what may be the most difficult business environment since World War II. Surging demand, a woefully inadequate labor force, material shortages and accelerated wage and material inflation all come together to create a new challenge each day. In this session, Wes will share trends and future predictions based on his work with hundreds of privately-held businesses across the Americas and Europe. Come prepared to learn about global trends, how those trends are playing out across America, and why there will be opportunity in the chaos for those who adapt.

Wes Gipe

11:50 am -
1:20 pm

The Statistics and Psychology Behind the Labor Shortage

The first part of the session, An EEOC Update from Washington, D.C.,Commissioner Keith ‎Sonderling, will focus on:‎ ‎• EEOC regulatory developments ‎• Pay data collection ‎• Recent notable enforcement and litigation actions ‎• COVID-19-related guidance ‎• Using Artificial Intelligence to make employment decisions; and ‎ ‎• Other EEOC hot topics. ‎ Following Keith Sonderling, Chief Excitement Officer of DisruptHR Jennifer McClure presents on Leading Hourly Workforce Transformation in ‎a Post-Pandemic World. As we continue to negotiate the impacts of COVID-19 on our society, the workplace has changed for ‎good. And for workers, and those who manage them, the shifts have been even more dramatic. ‎ In order to meet the needs of a workforce that has changed forever, leaders must strategically develop ‎their employment practices to ensure they're able to successfully attract, recruit and retain the quality ‎and tech-savvy talent that they need. ‎ In this part of the program, we'll explore five key strategies that are key to creating a workplace where the post-‎pandemic workforce can grow and thrive. The new normal may still be unknown – but the good news ‎is that companies can count on their workforce to deliver for them, once they start responding to their ‎needs.‎ Key Learning Objectives:‎ • How frequent and effective communication can increase engagement • Discover new and creative ways to attract, recruit and retain employees ‎ • Explore new ways to reward employees and to move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach • Understand why diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are more than just metrics to track • Creative ideas to provide optimal levels of flexibility for different types of jobs in your ‎organization.‎ • Why investing in training and upskilling your workforce is key to future success.‎

Jennifer McClure, Keith E. Sonderling ‎

1:30 pm -
2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm -
3:00 pm

Strategies for Minimizing Insurance Costs

A panel of experts will discuss strategies for minimizing and containing insurance costs for delivery and logistics operations of all kinds. Operational structure, program structure and analytics will be reviewed and expanded upon to help participants understand how each can affect them in the insurance marketplace. Moderated by Brian Jungeberg, Vice President, Risk Strategies Panel: -- Bryan Ice, Director of Sales – Transportation at Risk Strategies -- Blake LeBrew, Area Vice President, Transportation & Cargo Practice – Gallagher --Peter Berg, Practice Leader - True North

Brian Jungeberg, Bryan Ice, Blake LeBrew, Peter Berg

6:00 pm -
7:30 pm

Networking Happy Hour

Dig deeper into the day's topics, network and have some fun with your fellow attendees and presenters.

Thursday, October 7, 2021 - Times in EDT

10:00 am -
10:15 am

Welcome and Recap of Day 1

10:15 am -
11:45 am

Virtual Teams that Thrive

Learn how to use the five Ps of effective virtual teams to increase productivity, build autonomy and elevate your business in an age of uncertainty.

Pete Winiarski

11:45 am -
11:55 am

Real Life Example of Remote Work Success, Presented by Dropoff

The Speakers

Blake LeBrew

Gallagher

Blake LeBrew is an advisor and insurance broker who partners with transportation and logistics firms to manage their total cost of risk. He is a leading member of the Northeast Transportation Practice at Gallagher and services clients nationwide and specializes in property & casualty insurance with expertise in asset based, non-asset based, domestic and global transportation operations. He is experienced in alternative risk, including captives and traditional loss sensitive programs. Blake works to develop programs designed to meet unique risks of the transportation industry. He received his B.A. from Rutgers University and is a licensed Property and Casualty Broker.

Brian Jungeberg

Brian Jungeberg has had the opportunity to specialize in insurance and risk management products for the customized delivery & logistics industry his entire career. He’s focused on helping clients manage their risk through innovative products, unique approaches, education and tools to help them grow, even during challenging times. Working with transportation companies day in and day out allows Brian to bring a specialized and unique understanding to each client he works with; understanding that no two companies in this industry are alike. He serves as Vice President at Risk Strategies, a specialty national brokerage and risk management firm with a dedicated team servicing the customized delivery & logistics industry.

In his free time, Brian enjoys coaching his children’s youth soccer teams, playing golf, and traveling with his wife, Kelly.

Bryan Ice

Risk Strategies

Bryan Ice has worked with the same-day delivery industry for the past 18 years, focused on insurance and risk management. He and his team have developed unique products and risk management tools that are designed specifically for a very tough niche industry.

Bryan was recently named Director of Sale-Transportation for Risk Strategies, a specialty national brokerage and risk management firm with a dedicated team servicing the customized delivery & logistics industry.

In his free time, Bryan enjoys golfing, traveling and training his kids in sports and spending time with his wife, Chrissy.

Jennifer McClure

Unbridled Talent LLC & DisruptHR LLC

Jennifer McClure is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker and high-performance coach who works with leaders to leverage their influence, increase their impact and accelerate results.

Frequently recognized as a global influencer and expert on the future of work, strategic leadership and innovative people strategies, Jennifer has decades of in-the-trenches leadership and executive experience working in and with startups, privately held companies and Fortune 500 organizations in a variety of industries.

Jennifer is also the Chief Excitement Officer of DisruptHR, a global community designed to move the collective thinking forward when it comes to talent in the workplace, and she hosts a weekly podcast – Impact Makers with Jennifer McClure – sharing conversations with practitioners, entrepreneurs, authors and speakers who are changing the world while building careers that they love, and lives that matter.

Kathleen Dunlavey

Kathleen Dunlavey is the President of ProPoint Managed Technology. She has over 20 years’ experience in oversight and management of technical support and integration services. Kathleen works with small to mid-sized businesses nationwide, offering professional technology solutions. Her clients look to her for compliance consulting, optimization of workflows and as a trusted advisor of security risk management. Her real-life experience have allowed her and her team to develop a proven multifaceted approach to protect against cybersecurity threats.

Kathleen resides and works with her husband Matt of nearly 30 years. They love to travel and enjoy spending time with their two sons.

Keith E. Sonderling ‎

Keith E. Sonderling was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on September 22, 2020, to be a Commissioner on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for a term expiring July 1, 2024. He previously served as the Commission’s Vice Chair.

The EEOC’s mission is to prevent and remedy unlawful employment discrimination and advance equal opportunity for all in the workplace. The EEOC does so by enforcing federal laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and job applicants based on the person’s race, age, sex, national origin, color, religion, disability or genetic information. The laws apply to all types of work situations, including hiring, firing, promotions, harassment, training, wages and benefits. The EEOC investigates and litigates discrimination charges against employers and governments. The EEOC also prevents discrimination through providing education, outreach, and technical assistance programs.

Prior to his confirmation, Commissioner Sonderling served as the Acting and Deputy Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division at the U.S. Department of Labor. The Wage and Hour Division administers and enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act and the labor provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. At the Wage and Hour Division, Sonderling oversaw enforcement, outreach, regulatory work, strategic planning, performance management, communications and stakeholder engagement. During his tenure, the Division accomplished back-to-back record-breaking enforcement collections and educational outreach events. Sonderling oversaw the development and publication of large-scale deregulatory rules and authored numerous Opinion Letters, Field Assistance Bulletins and All Agency Memorandums. Additionally, he was instrumental in developing the Division’s first comprehensive self-audit program, which collected more than $4 million for nearly ten thousand workers.

Before joining the Department of Labor in 2017, Commissioner Sonderling was a partner at the Gunster Law Firm in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he practiced labor and employment law. In 2012, then-Governor Rick Scott appointed Sonderling to serve as the Chair of the Judicial Nominating Committee for appellate courts in South Florida.

Sonderling received his B.S., magna cum laude, from the University of Florida and his J.D., magna cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University.

Pete Winiarski

Pete Winiarski is the founder and CEO of Win Enterprises, LLC, a business that helps business leaders transform themselves, their teams and their companies. He and his company have created over $160 million in value for clients (and counting!).

Previously, he was an executive in corporate America, with leadership experience in manufacturing and consulting companies, having held titles such as VP Operations responsible for manufacturing, supply chain and logistics.

Pete is also a recognized thought leader in business and personal transformation with multiple best-selling books on leadership, team effectiveness, business transformation, goal achievement, and high-integrity consulting, including Virtual Teams That Thrive.

Pete loves music, sports, and hanging out with his wife and two sons.

Peter Berg

True North

Since 2007, Peter has dedicated his professional focus to TrueNorth's Transportation & Logistics Practice, where he helps growth-oriented companies with strategic planning and execution. His core passion lies at the intersection of risk management and technology ("insurtech"), particularly in the evolving Last/Final Mile Logistics sector. Peter’s areas of specialization include risk financing, risk management, alternative risk, mergers & acquisitions and affinity programs.

Peter graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelors is Business Administration in Finance with emphases in Risk Management and Insurance.

Peter currently serves as co-chair on the National Home Delivery Association’s (NHDA) Risk Management council and is actively involved in the American Trucking Association (ATA & AMSA).

Steve Howard

Steve has been in the expedited delivery business for the majority of his professional career. He started an on-demand legal courier service in Miami, Florida at the age of 23 after completing his studies at Florida State University. Esquire Express, started in 1990, quickly became one of the largest legal

couriers in South Florida. In 1992 Steve successfully launched Esquire Express Service of Process division which, along with his courier service, is still thriving today.

In 2000, Steve began Esquire Logistics, Inc. to capture a piece of the market that a small package courier company could not service well – large straight truck deliveries. Esquire Logistics has grown into a regional power house operating out of a 40,000 sq. ft. facility in Miami, Florida. From one dock they service the entire Southern Peninsula of Florida providing white glove, brown glove, air freight and general freight deliveries.

Steve is the treasurer of the Florida Messenger Association brings his 21+ years of experience in the delivery industry to the CLDA continue to move our association and industry forward.

Steve has been married to Anita Howard for 15 years and has three children, Austin, Sydney and Stephanie. He is an Eagle Scout and a Boy Scout leader and heads the Order of the Arrow, Boy Scouts honor society, for one of the largest troops in Florida.

Wes Gipe

Principal, Verity, LLC

Wes Gipe works with business owners and their teams as a trusted facilitator, business advisor and coach. Known for his enthusiasm and high-energy approach, Wes’s willingness to boldly approach tough issues and go the extra mile have gained him loyal clients who look to him for help with strategic planning, leadership and culture development, and mediation of inter-personal challenges. His has a particular passion for helping privately-held companies successfully transfer leadership to the next generation.

After building a company which no longer requires his daily attention, he now spends much of his time helping other organizations—big and small—build a strategy that endures. Through this work, he has logged over 11,000 coaching hours with more than 700 individuals throughout the Americas and Europe. His work has been featured in Forbes as well as other national media outlets.

Wes resides in Miami County, OH with his wife and three boys.

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