Jan 27: 2027 Transportation Conference

Description

Get ready for the 2027 LMTA Transportation Conference! We're bringing together industry leaders, state and federal officials, and trucking professionals for a day of engaging discussions, valuable insights, and conversations on the issues impacting Louisiana's trucking industry.

From regulatory updates and enforcement priorities to fleet safety, freight infrastructure, and the future of trucking, this conference will offer a unique opportunity to hear directly from decision-makers and industry experts.

The day will also include opportunities to connect with fellow members, followed by LMTA's Board of Directors and TruckPAC meetings.

Agenda

Agenda is subject to change. Additional speaker confirmations and event details will be announced as they become available.

8:00 – 8:30 AM | Breakfast

8:30 – 8:35 AM | Welcome, Prayer & Pledge of Allegiance

8:35 – 9:15 AM | Plates, Permits & Practical Solutions with the Office of Motor Vehicles
Commissioner Keith Neal, Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles

9:15 – 9:45 AM | Roadside Reality with Louisiana State Police
Bert Dabadie, Commander, Commercial Vehicle Unit

9:45 – 10:45 AM | Safety at Scale: Lessons from Louisiana's Largest Fleets
Featuring:

• Paul Moneaux, Acme Truck Line
• Jeff Endresen, Dupre' Logistics
• Tim Pugh, United Vision Logistics
• Moderated by Kenny Stocks, Trinity Group

10:45 – 11:00 AM | Break

11:00 – 11:45 AM | Building the Road Ahead: DOTD's Priorities for Freight
Secretary Glenn Ledet, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Enforcement with Purpose: FMCSA's Commitment to Real Safety
Administrator Derek Barrs, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

12:45 – 1:00 PM | Break

1:00 – 1:45 PM | Trucking Resurgence: The Fight for Fairness and Safety

1:45 – 2:15 PM | Out of Log Hours: 3 Truckers, 10 Questions, No Filters
Featuring:

• Randy Berard, Berard Transportation
• Rickie Guillory, Guillory Petroleum Transport
• Brad Nelson, FreedomTrucks of America

2:30 – 4:30 PM | LMTA Board of Directors & TruckPAC Meetings