2026 CLDA Connect AZ

October 8 | 5:30 p.m. | Scottsdale, AZ

Join industry professionals for a night of networking and education in Scottsdale, AZ. This event is part of the CLDA CONNECT regional networking series and is open to members and non-members who want to connect with leaders from across the final mile delivery industry.

Openforce will present a keynote entitled Legal & AI: What Courier Leaders Need to Know Now s from 6:00–6:30 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. This is a real-world carrier conversation, not a product pitch. Independent contractor compliance and artificial intelligence are reshaping the logistics industry at the same time. In this 30-minute session, Openforce leaders Doug Grawe, General Counsel, and Jared Allen, CTO/CISO, will share what courier organizations should be watching now and how to prepare for what comes next.

The CLDA CONNECT AZ Networking event will be held at Sophia's Kitchen, 17050 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Suite 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. All attendees must register in advance and are encouraged to arrive promptly for the education session. Open networking with leaders from across the industry will continue following the panel.

This event is Free to members and $50 for non-members and includes light fare and drinks. Non members are encouraged to Join CLDA; Advance registration is required. Contact mwright@clda.org with questions.