ThePenske Logistics-sponsored 24th Annual State of Logistics Report®, introduced by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), will be presented on June 19 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. This is the fourth year that Penske has sponsored this report.
Among the supply chain industry’s most influential narratives, it will once again be authored by transportation analyst Rosalyn Wilson.
“As we emerge from the recessionary period, supply chain management professionals remain at the forefront of the recovery,” said Rick Blasgen, CSCMP president and chief executive officer.
“This report not only identifies costs, but important trends that we are driving into the U.S. logistics system,” he continued. “Our panel of experts at the report’s unveiling in June will also provide a wealth of exclusive insights.”
The panelists for this year’s event, to be moderated by Kevin Smith of Sustainable Supply Chain Consulting, include several new names:
- Marc Althen, president, Penske Logistics
- Stevan B. Bobb, group vice president, coal, BNSF
- Beth E. Ford, executive vice president, chief supply chain and operations officer, Land O’Lakes
- Brent Beabout, senior vice president supply chain, Office Depot
- Paul Svindland, chief operating officer, Pacer International
The State of Logistics Report® has tracked and measured all costs associated with moving goods through the U.S. supply chain dating back to 1988.
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“The UTI Foundation is thrilled to partner with Penske Truck Leasing on this important scholarship,” said Veronica Meury, UTI Foundation Vice President and Executive Director. “According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of diesel service technicians and mechanics is expected to grow 15 percent between now and 2020.
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“Our mover’s marketplace provides customers with access to a host of great discounts and vendors ranging from AAA discounts and hotel stays to locating and reserving self-storage facilities,” Mikes added.
“The competitive spirit of the Tech Challenge is quite a sight to behold,” stated Bill Jacobelli, Penske senior vice president of maintenance. “Some of our company’s best truck technicians took part in this event, and I commend these outstanding gentlemen for their noteworthy achievements.