Showcasing the expertise and insights of transportation, logistics, and supply chain leaders, the Transportation Talks webinar series features virtual discussions with TSCI board members and other leaders across transportation, logistics, and supply chain. Transportation Talks is moderated by Michelle Livingstone, TSCI executive board member and faculty member. As the former Vice President of Transportation at The Home Depot, Michelle brings extensive industry expertise and knowledge to TSCI.
Transportation Talks with Ryan Houfek, Chief Commerical Officer for Direct ChassisLink
Catch up on our last Transportation Talks episode hosted by Michelle Livingstone from September 17, from 2:30 – 3:00 PM ET, featuring Ryan Houfek, the Chief Commerical Officer for Direct ChassisLink Inc. (DCLI). Learn about Ryan’s extensive background in intermodal, rail, ocean, and all things chassis! Hear how DCLI responds to customers’ changing strategies and shipping patterns, in addition to gaining insights about the industry and leadership in this 30-minute session.
Transportation Talks with Katie Farmer, CEO & President of BNSF
Katie Farmer was named President and Chief Executive Officer in 2021 and also leads BNSF’s Board of Directors. BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies operating on 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states, and also operates in three Canadian provinces.
Transportation Talks with Lee Beard, SVP Logistics, Swire Coca-Cola, USA
Lee brings over 25 years’ experience and extensive industry knowledge in transportation, logistics, and supply chain management to the TSCI Board. He currently serves as SVP, Logistics at Swire Coca-Cola, USA where he and his teams deliver refreshment to Swire customers over two million times per year across 13 Western US states. Joining Swire in January, 2023 marked his return to the Coke system after previously spending 10 years at Coke earlier in his career.
