The Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA) will host its ELEVATE Conference in Austin, Texas, from June 8–10, 2025, bringing together professionals in sales, marketing, and business development from across the transportation and logistics industry. The event is aimed at providing these professionals with the tools, insights, and connections necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector.
With transportation and logistics at the forefront of change, driven by advancements in technology, shifting customer demands, and economic pressures, the TMSA ELEVATE Conference provides a platform for industry leaders to focus on developing their sales and marketing strategies, learn from experts, and foster important business relationships.
Tailored Content for Sales and Marketing Professionals
At its core, TMSA ELEVATE is about meeting the specific needs of sales and marketing professionals. The agenda is designed to focus on actionable strategies that can be directly applied to their daily work.
The Educational Line-Up includes:
- with Kate DiLeo, Keynote Speaker
- with Robert Bain, The Strongest Man in Logistics
- with Andrew Smith, SVP at Circle Logistics, and Cassandra Gaines, Founder and CEO at Carrier Assure
- featuring Michael Lin, Sr. Director of Supply Chain for The Musco Family Olive Company
- with Dean Croke, Principal Analyst at DAT Solutions; Lee Klaskow, Sr. Analysis at Bloomberg Industries; and Emily Clayton, Sr. Economic Analyst at American Trucking Associations
- featuring Tami Richter, VP of Event Operations at SXSW; Jann Baskett, former Co-President and Chief Brand Officer at SXSW; and Barbara Glaser Fryer, Chief Relationship Officer
This year, TMSA is also debuting a Demo Track, so attendees can learn how to get the most from their technology.
Networking and Peer-to-Peer Learning
Beyond the educational sessions, the TMSA ELEVATE Conference offers valuable networking opportunities that allow attendees to exchange ideas, share insights, and develop partnerships. The event’s design encourages interaction, with structured networking events, small group discussions, and informal meetups, ensuring that participants can connect with peers and leaders in their field.
Networking is an essential aspect of ELEVATE. It’s not just about sitting in a room full of speakers—it’s about meeting others who are facing the same challenges, swapping strategies, and building lasting professional relationships.
Why Attend?
For sales and marketing professionals, ELEVATE is a rare chance to stay ahead of the curve. From new tactics in customer engagement to practical strategies for achieving measurable growth, the event is designed to give attendees the tools they need to drive results within their organizations.
The event reflects a growing recognition that sales and marketing functions are not just support roles, but central drivers of growth and differentiation in the competitive transportation sector.
Attendees can access full event details by visiting events.tmsatoday.org.
