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| Sunday,
February 23, 2003 |
6:45AM
- 7:45AM
(Continental Breakfast)
McCormick Ranch Golf Course |
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FSA
Golf Tournament |
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High
handicap or low, golfers of all abilities will kick off the conference
with a shotgun-start best- ball tournament. Join your team in the
lobby for a short ride to the golf course, where the BNSF and Union
Pacific Railroads host a continental breakfast, and provide box lunches
to eat on the course. Golf fee is $145, rental clubs are $30, shoes
are $7.50. Spouses and guests are welcome to participate. To register,
complete the enclosed form or go to our website. Questions? Contact
Jon Stephanoff, Swift Transportation,
623-907-7520. |
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3:00PM-5:00PM
Hotel Lobby |
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Registration
Material |
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Pick
up your registration packet and say hello. |
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6:00PM
– 10:00PM
Arroyo |
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Reception
and Dinner |
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Head on out
to the Arroyo for a western-style chuckwagon buffet served in a
recreation of an Old West town. Wander amid period storefronts and
tipis, then test your skills against real cowboys at the Quick Draw,
Tomahawk Toss and Golf Chipper. Think you’re pretty tough?
Prove it on the Roller Roper and the Mechanical Bull. Dress is western
casual, but check your six-guns at the door. Monday, February
24, 2003
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| Monday,
February 24, 2003 |
7:00AM
– 7:45AM
Ballroom Foyer |
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Continental
Breakfast and Networking |
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Chairman
of the Day
John Gillespie, Associated Grocers Baton Rouge, LA
Enjoy breakfast while networking with your peers. |
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7:45AM-
8:15AM
Ballroom 5 - Shippers/Grocery-Retailers-FoodService
Ballroom 6 - Motor Carrier
Ballroom 7 - Rail – Intermodal – 3rd Party Logistics |
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Business
Meetings |
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What are your
biggest concerns? Learn how the FSA will address the issues that face
all of us in the food-shipping industry. Give us your feedback on
the issues that bring you to our annual conference, and your input
on future activities of the FSA. |
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8:15AM
– 3:45PM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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General
Business Session |
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8:15AM
– 8:30AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Welcome |
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Mark
Sampson, President FSA
Lamb Weston, Director of Distribution
Welcome from the President with a preview of the conference highlights
for the next two days. |
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8:30AM
– 9:30AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Co-Keynote
Speaker |
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Bill
Graves, President American Trucking Association, Two-term Governor,
State of Kansas
As the hands-on manager of his family-owned trucking company and a
popular government leader (elected to his second term with more than
70 percent of the vote), Graves brings a unique perspective to the
legislative policies shaping the food-shipping arena. While Governor,
he worked closely with rail, trucking and highway interests to promote
efficiency and economic growth. After leaving office January 13, he
takes over as CEO and spokesman of the American Trucking Association.
He’ll kick off the conference with his insights on how our industry
and government can work together. |
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9:30AM
– 10:15AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Co-Keynote
Speaker
Homeland Security/Department of Transportation |
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Michael
Jackson, Deputy Secretary, Department of Transportation
The impact of 9/11 has touched the lives and business practices of
everyone in our industry and the new homeland security law will substantially
change the way government operates in protecting our country. As the
Deputy Secretary for the Department of Transportation, Michael Jackson
is eminently qualified to share the effects of this and other laws
on the transportation community. The Deputy Secretary will also discuss
motor carrier safety and related issues. |
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10:15AM
– 10:45AM
Ballroom Foyer |
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Break |
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10:45AM
– 11:30AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Partnering
For Growth |
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Matthew
K. (Matt) Rose, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Burlington
Northern Santa Fe Corporation
With more than 20 years of experience in the transportation and logistics
industries, Matt brings a unique perspective to the subject. His approach
to leading BNSF offers insights in how working as partners provides
more value to all team members. |
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11:30AM
– 11:45AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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California
Transportation Legislation |
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Dave
Berry, Vice President, Swift Transportation
An update on legislation under consideration by California legislators
that has serious cost and operational consequences to our industry. |
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11:45AM
– 1:00PM
Pool Bar Patio |
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General
Session Luncheon |
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Join us poolside
for lunch, conversation and networking. |
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1:00PM
– 2:00PM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Washington
Update |
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Dr.
Martin Regala, Vice President of Tax and Economic Policy and Chief
Economist, US Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Regalia returns with an eye-opening review of the current economy.
The effects of 9/11, along with the tenuous situation in Iraq, have
created a volatile climate for American business. He’ll talk
about the new Congress, potential changes in tax policy, and other
influences shaping the economy in the months ahead. Dr. Regalia is
a FSA favorite. Don’t miss his fascinating presentation. |
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2:00PM
– 2:30PM
Ballroom Foyer |
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Break |
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2:30PM
– 3:45PM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Panel
Discussion |
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The Prognosis
from Wall Street – How do financial analysts assess the food
logistics industry?
Greg Burns, JP Morgan, Transportation Analyst
David Nelson, Credit Suisse First Boston, Food Industry Analyst
Moderator: Jim Fowler, Alliance Shippers
How healthy are we? The financial markets have taken some dramatic
swings in the past 18 months. Food manufacturers and their transportation
suppliers have felt the impact. Why have some of the moves been so
substantial? Are the swings over? Is it simple market fluctuation/overreaction?
Or should we be paying closer attention? |
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| 3:45PM |
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Close |
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6:00PM
– 10:00PM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Group
Reception and Dinner |
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After a busy day, take time for great food and sparkling entertainment
at the reception and buffet dinner. Craig Davis will amaze you with
his outlandish magic feats and sidesplitting comedy routine. Next,
Solid Gold Band, one of Phoenix’s most popular and versatile
groups, performs the best hits from the 50s through the 90s. We’ve
saved you a table – join us for a great evening!
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| Tuesday,
February 25, 2003 |
7:00AM – 8:00AM
Ballroom Foyer |
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Continental Breakfast |
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Chairperson of the Day
Denise Ciok, Port Jersey Logistics
Start another fast-paced day with a light breakfast shared with friends
and associates. |
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8:00AM
– 9:00AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Motivational
Speaker |
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Phil
Van Hooser
Leadership Lessons from Life
Phillip Van Hooser has shared his inspiring leadership message with
world-class organizations from the US Army to Kentucky Fried Chicken.
This speaker, trainer, author and renowned storyteller draws on experiences
from his western Kentucky rural upbringing to his career as a human
resources professional with some of America’s best-known companies
to share practical strategies for the leadership challenges ahead. |
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9:00AM
– 10:15AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Point
- Counterpoint |
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Different
Strokes for Similar Companies – Two views on the best Transportation
Procurement reporting structure.
Steve Peterson, Director Alliance Management,
General Mills
Donna Berndt, Vice President Procurement, Kraft
There’s no place like home – but is it Operations, Purchasing,
Procurement, Logistics, or Manufacturing? Where does your transportation
group hang its hat? Two major food manufacturers go head to head on
the advantages and disadvantages, now and in the long run, of two
very different models. How can the benefits of each be measured internally?
And what about the vendors on the outside – are logistics suppliers
as happy with these different arrangements as the company managers?
Listen, learn and question the experts. |
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10:15AM
– 10:30AM
Ballroom Foyer |
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Break |
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10:30AM
– 11:15AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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The
Economy in General and the Motor Carrier Industry Today |
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Bob
Costello, Chief Economist and Vice President American Trucking Associations,
Inc.
Is the economy recovering? The trucking industry is one of our leading
economic indicators. What trends does the ATA see from its members?
What do we need to boost the economy, and sustain growth and prosperity?
What legal impediments and government initiatives will impact motor
carriers and the general economy? This is not just another analysis,
but some powerful thoughts and observations from the leading economist
for the motor carrier industry. |
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11:15AM
– 11:30AM
Ballroom 1-4 |
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Wrap
Up – Closing Remarks |
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Closing comments
from FSA President Mark Sampson and a look ahead from incoming President
Gary Petersen, General Mills. Confirm contacts with old friends
and new acquaintances, and leave our conference ready to meet the
challenges of 2003. Let’s roll!
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| Important
Tidbits |
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Casual attire
is appropriate for all aspects of the conference, including the
reception and dinners. Expect temperatures to range from 75 degrees
in the daytime to 55 degrees at night. Bring a sweater for the receptions
and dinners as some of the events will be outside. The distance
from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to the resort
is 12.5 miles and approximately 15 minutes driving time.
Additional golf tee times for McCormick Ranch Golf Club or nearby
courses can be arranged by contacting the Concierge desk at the
resort 480-991-3800.
Conference tournament golfers will carpool from the resort (5 minute
ride) to McCormick Ranch. Continental breakfast at the course will
be available at 6:45AM Sunday, February, 23, 2003. Rental clubs
and shoes are available at the course and payment can be made by
cash or credit card.
The Radisson Mist Spa is a world class 20,000 square foot facility
offering a state of the art fitness center, pool and specialized
treatments and reservations can be made by calling 480-905-2882.
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| Spouse/"Significant
Other" |
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Continental
Breakfast & Tour
Meet at the Garden Patio: 8:30AM
FSA recognizes the challenge of career / life harmony and therefore,
we welcome your spouse / significant other at the receptions and
dinners. We also offer a spouse program on Monday, February 24,
2003, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Spouses / significant others will enjoy a continental breakfast
at the resort, providing an opportunity to renew acquaintances and
meet new folks. The deluxe motor coach will leave the resort at
10:00 AM for a docent guided tour of the renowned Heard Museum and
a gourmet lunch at Arcadia Farms. Ample time for shopping and browsing
in Scottsdale's Old Town will be provided following the luncheon.
The motor coach will return to the resort at 4:00 PM. The cost for
all activities is $35 and can be paid with the conference registration
or separately.
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| Save
the dates for 2004! |
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 Plan
now to join us February 22-24, 2004,
for the 49th annual FSA conference.
We have selected the Wyndham Palace
Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
(in the Walt Disney World Resort) as our
conference site.
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| Attend
and learn the latest on: |
- Capturing
emerging opportunities
- Gaining
competitive advantage
- Increasing
efficiency
- Reducing
operating cocts
- Enhancing
customer service
- Resolving
industry issues
- Personally
and professionally surviving the supply chain challanges
If you’re
a transportation or grocery industry professional who wants to grow
your business and keep your career headed in the right direction,
you can’t afford to miss this conference.
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| Conference
Information |
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Dates:
February 23 - 25, 2003
Location: Radisson Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Make reservations by calling 800-333-3333 or 480-991-3800 or via
the FSA website or www. radissonscottsdale.com. Room rate of $189/night
for a single/double and is applicable until Januay 29, 2003.
Registration Fee: $595 per person
Register by 2/8/03, by faxing the enclosed form or visit our website:
foodshippersofamerica.org
No refunds after 2/20/03 (substitutions allowed)
"Best Ball" golf outing at McCormick Ranch Golf Club on
Sunday, February 23, 2003, $145 per person. Club and shoe rental
are available.
Spouse tour available on Monday, February 24, 2003 to the famous
Heard Museum with lunch, shopping and sightseeing included. Cost
for the tour is $35 per person.
Casual attire is appropriate for all functions.
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| Food
Shippers of America: We Deliver Opportunity |
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Moving just
in time is what our industry is all about. Every minute, there’s
a new opportunity – and you want to be there when it counts.
After all, it’s survival of the fittest these days!
Plan to join us at our 48th Annual Conference, February 23-25, 2003
at Radisson Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Arizona. Food Shippers
of America (FSA) puts you where you can make the most of your time:
face-to-face with representatives from some of the most successful
companies in America. Who are they?
- Top shippers
of food and food-related products
- key professionals
representing a wide range of grocery distrbution formats
from club stores to food service installations and traditional
retailers
- Innovative
motor, rail, intermodal and third-party logistics professionals
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| What
FSA Does |
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charter is to improve grocery industry supply chain efficiency, with
emphasis on quality transportation service. We explore leading-edge
logistics concepts and technologies and brainstorm new methods and
practices. FSA provides a forum for shippers, carriers, and the full
range of supply chain professionals to listen – and respond –
to each other’s needs and concerns. |
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