Formerly known as PostalVision 2020
Summer 2021
Novel Coronavirus Update.
New Date Announced for Leaders in Logistics: North America.
We have made the difficult decision to postpone Leaders in Logistics: North America, due to take place on June 23 – 24. We reached this decision in response to the concerns over the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
The conference will now take place in 2022.
Our primary focus continues to be creating opportunities for the logistics sector to come together to learn, spark ideas, and critically, do business. We are looking forward to being able to do just that with the rescheduled Leaders in Logistics: North America event, which, with the extra time we will have to prepare, we hope will be stronger and more engaging than ever.
Leaders in Logistics: North America (formerly known as PostalVision 2020) is the place where the most senior executives from the logistics industry come together.
Connect with industry giants and innovative trailblazers, be inspired by disruptors and gain insights from those changing the parcel delivery network as you know it. This event is a one-stop shop to build those all-important relationships and gather information on the latest trends and innovations.
What can you expect?
Unique insights
Leaders in Logistics has a proven track record of attracting expert speakers, including many CEOs, with a strong focus on current trends, developments and challenges in the market, plus innovative and ground-breaking technologies.
Experience Washington, D.C.
We’ve got lots in store to make sure you can make the most out of your time in iconic Washington, including our highly-anticipated drinks reception! In March we took our European delegates to the famous Bernabéu Stadium – watch this space to find out where you’re headed…
Connections
This event is a one-stop-shop to make those all-important connections. Benefit from multiple networking opportunities, a packed exhibition, and a specialist networking and matchmaking app!
Cutting-edge content
From hearing about USPS’ strategy to the deployment of drone technology, we’ve got everything covered. Immerse yourself in presentations, pitches and keynotes.
40+ speakers
Keep up-to-date with the latest innovations, with insights from the most exciting, challenging and thought-provoking leaders.
Start-up innovation pitches
See who’s redefining parcel delivery with a dedicated session on some of the latest disruptors in the industry.
Speakers
Bishar Hussein
Director General, Universal Postal Union
Peter Navarro
Assistant to the President and Director, Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy
David McRedmond
Chief Executive Officer, An Post
Keith Kellison
Vice President - Corporate Public Affairs, UPS
Robert Taub
Chair, Postal Regulatory Commission
Scott Harkins
Senior Vice President - Customer Experience, FedEx
Samantha Kent
Global Commercial Partnerships - Shipping and Fulfilment, Shopify
Lori Rectanus
Director - Physical Infrastructure, U.S. Government Accountability Office
Hot topics for 2020
Future global trends
Hear how global postal operators must adapt to the ever-changing market.
Future USPS strategy
How can USPS redefine their USO? Learn the future strategies for success for the American postal market.
Capitalizing on e-commerce
How can retailers be better served in a growing e-commerce parcel ecosystem?
Managing returns
What role can new technologies play in harmonizing the returns process?
New terminal due rates
What impact will the new UPU agreement have to the American market? Find out the predictions and forecasts in depth!
Innovative technology
From drones to in-home delivery, we’ve got everything covered. Discover how new tech is redefining parcel delivery.
Last mile delivery
Find out how to improve your last mile delivery speed and reduce cost.
Sustainability
Explore examples from European Postal Operators as they showcase a practical guide to decreasing the environmental impact.
Agenda
Conference Day One
Tuesday, 23 June 2020
23 Jun
Conference Day Two
Wednesday, 24 June 2020
24 Jun
Chair's opening remarks - Kate Muth, Chair, International Mailers Advisory Group
Future global trends under the new UPU environment
Opening keynote address
How does the UPU envisage the new terminal dues system working?
Bishar Hussein
Director General
Universal Postal Union
Leaders’ forum
The impact of the new rate regime: re-drawing the global delivery industry
- What changes will the new self-declared rates bring about in the US market and beyond?
- Finding your feet: at what rate should postal operators set their terminal dues in this new era?
- Global self-declaration in 2021: to what extent will we see a shift in global delivery?
- How will those organizations who already have a global delivery network benefit from the change?
- What is the long-term future of the UPU and its role in global delivery networks?
- How will relationships between the couriers and postal operators change over time?
- Will the new system lead to a single global delivery network?
Bishar Hussein
Director General
Universal Postal Union
Hugh Grandy
Director of International Product and Services
Canada Post
Self-Declared Rates - assessing the American impact
Combatting counterfeit trafficking under the new UPU agreement
Peter Navarro
Assistant to the President and Director
Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy
Panel discussion
How will self-declaration change the American delivery market?
- How much additional revenue is the USPS set to make?
- To what extent will we see a rise in private companies doing cross-border deliveries?
- What new opportunities will self-declaration create for private couriers in the US?
- Will the new system increase the role of private companies for cross-border delivery?
- How will ETOEs respond to the legislative changes?
- Could an increase in X-border delivery costs threaten the parcel market that has already declined?
Keith Kellison
Vice President - Corporate Public Affairs
UPS
Tom Foley
Vice President - Postal Affairs
Asendia
Reinventing parcel delivery with innovative technology
Case study | BoxLock
Protecting deliveries with smart padlocks
With an estimation of around 1.7 million parcels being stolen every year in the US, customers are looking to more secure methods of last mile delivery. New technology such as smart padlocks allow delivery firms to open personal lockers and securely drop off their customer’s parcels. Hear from Brad Ruffkess as he explains how innovation is driving real change in the last mile sector.
Brad Ruffkess
Chief Executive Officer
BoxLock
Case study | Shopify
Shopify’s movement into fulfilment: developments in technology
Qualifying merchants in the US can now deliver to their customers through Shopify’s new ‘Fulfilment Network’ – a new way to get orders to customers easily and quickly. In this case study, Samantha will outline how smart inventory-allocation technology, powered by machine learning, predicts the closest fulfilment centers and optimal inventory quantities per location to ensure fast, low-cost delivery.
Samantha Kent
Global Commercial Partnerships - Shipping and Fulfilment
Shopify
Postal Innovation Platform
End of day 1 - followed by drinks reception
Defining the USPS strategy for the future
Opening keynote address
‘Redefining the USO’: optimizing the United States Postal Service
Robert Taub
Chair
Postal Regulatory Commission
Panel discussion
The future of USPS in a rapidly changing market
- To what extent is the current USO restricting USPS’ development?
- From reducing 6-day delivery to closing post offices: what changes should be made?
- How can USPS be given greater governance over their strategy?
- Opening up the letter box monopoly: how might this benefit the postal service?
- Partnering with private networks: can this better serve customers and save money?
- What areas of USPS are ripe for technological disruption and why?
David Williams
Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors and Inspector General
United States Postal Service
Robert Taub
Chair
Postal Regulatory Commission
Lori Rectanus
Director - Physical Infrastructure
U.S. Government Accountability Office
Adapting to the needs of the customer: redefining parcel deliveries
Case study | FedEx
Meeting rural customers through collaboration
FedEx and Dollar General have recently announced a strategic partnership that will offer new, convenient access to FedEx drop-off and pickup services at over 8,000 Dollar General stores across the United States. In this presentation, Scott Harkins will outline FedEx’s plan to offer a convenient last mile delivery service to their customers in the growing e-commerce market, while also cutting down spiralling delivery costs.
Scott Harkins
Senior Vice President - Customer Experience
FedEx
Panel discussion
Future proofing the strategy for a successful last mile delivery
- Exploring customer convenience: what do consumers want from their deliveries?
- Flexibility vs efficiency: creating adaptable delivery models without impacting profits
- Will the US follow Europe with their growing up-take of lockers and how can this strategy be best executed?
- How can the gig economy be taken advantage of in urban areas and facilitate the best delivery service?
- How can incumbent companies stay agile in a competitive and rapidly advancing technological world?
- Growing awareness: how important is sustainability for logistics and retailers in the last mile?
Scott Harkins
Senior Vice President - Customer Experience
FedEx
Adapting return models to serve the customer
Panel discussion
Reverse logistics and the circular economy
- How are retailers responding to the growing number of returns and particularly the cross-border challenges?
- What are the main pain points customers face and how can these be minimized?
- How are instant refunds changing customer expectations in the returns market?
- What role can new technologies play in harmonizing the returns process?
- The circular economy: what new opportunities arise in an era of high returns?
- How can retailers ensure that the cost of returns are kept under control?
Daniel Nevin
Chief Executive Officer - USA
Doddle
Trish Boehm
Director of Operations
Home Depot
Tevon Taylor
Managing Director - Retail Technology
FedEx Supply Chain
Ian Stanford
Senior Economic and Public Policy Advisor
Postal Regulatory Commission
The future is green: creating a sustainable delivery network
Panel discussion
A holistic approach to sustainability
- Growing customer awareness: how important is sustainability for logistics and retailers?
- Comprehensive solutions: integrating sustainable solutions throughout the supply chain
- Beyond delivery vehicles: finding sustainable energy sources for trucking and warehousing
- The role of the retailer: how can they improve packaging?
- Is a reduction in the amount of packaging compatible with warehouse efficiency?
Jim Bruce
Senior Vice President - Corporate Affairs
UPS
David McRedmond
Chief Executive Officer
An Post
A view from the EU: sustainability in practise
David McRedmond
Chief Executive Officer
An Post
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Tickets
Tickets include:
2 day conference pass, lunch, refreshments and 1 drinks reception
Government*
£695.00 + VAT
Retailer*
£1,095.00 + VAT
Standard
£1,445.00 + VAT
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Brody Buhler, Global Managing Director, Post & Parcel Industry, Accenture on our European Summit
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