Sunday, October 27, 2024

3:00-7:00 pm ET

Registration and Information

Collect your badge from the registration table located in the Hope Ballroom Foyer.

6:00-7:30 pm ET

Welcome Reception

Kick off your stay in Cleveland with an evening of refreshments, networking, and lively conversations.

Hosted by NMFTA

Monday, October 28, 2024

8:00-9:00 am ET

Breakfast

9:00-9:10 am ET

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA

9:10-10:00 am ET

Keynote: Cybersecurity Landscape and Strategy

Join us in the opening general session as we delve into the crucial role of cybersecurity in safeguarding North America's trucking industry, a key element of our nation's critical infrastructure. Learn more >

Stephen Viña
Assistant National Cyber Director for Policy Development, United States White House Office of the National Cyber Director

10:00-10:45 am ET

Panel Discussion: 2024 Trends and Predictions for 2025 and Beyond

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where industry experts dive into the key trends and developments shaping the trucking sector in 2024 and offer insightful predictions for 2025. Learn more >

Carrie Yang
Senior Vice President, Marsh Cyber Practice

Steve Hankel
Vice President of Information Technology, Johanson Transportation

Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA

Peeyush Patel
Global Chief Information Security Officer, XPO

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA (Moderator)

10:45-11:00 am ET

Break

11:00-11:30 am ET

NO PRESS ALLOWED—DEF CON After Action Report

Deep dive into what happens when SAIA and NMFTA partner to bring a truck to the Hacking village for students to hack.
Learn more >

Pete Statia
Director, Information Security & Compliance, Saia LTL Freight

Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA

11:30 am-12:00 pm ET

Project Update: Securing Legacy Maintenance Software

The trucking industry relies on maintenance facilities to keep trucks running smoothly, yet maintenance software is often overlooked in cybersecurity discussions. Despite its capability to change parameters or even firmware of truck ECUs, this critical aspect of fleet management remains vulnerable. Learn more >

Jaime Lightfoot
Cybersecurity Researcher, Lightfoot Labs

12:00-1:00 pm ET

Lunch

1:00-1:30 pm ET

Fireside Chat: From Dashboard to Data: OEM Insights on Truck Cybersecurity

For anyone in the trucking industry looking to safeguard their operations and data, this session is essential. Dive into the critical strategies and challenges OEMs face in securing connected commercial vehicles against evolving cyber threats. Learn more >

Robert Zimmerman
Principle Cybersecurity Architect, Daimler Truck

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA

Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA

1:30-2:15 pm ET

Navigating the Shadows: Understanding API Security Through History

With Application Programming Interface (API) traffic accounting for more than 50% of all internet traffic, and many organizations having more APIs than they realize, it’s no surprise that APIs have become a prime target for bad actors. Learn more >

Paulo Silva
Security Practitioner, Char49

2:15-3:00 pm ET

API Cybersecurity in the AI Era

In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) drives innovation, APIs form the unseen backbone connecting systems and enabling seamless interactions. However, with great connectivity comes significant security risks. Learn more >

Erez Yalon
Vice President of Security Research, Checkmarx

3:00-3:30 pm ET

Fireside Chat: Cyber Insurance

With cyberthreats becoming an exponential risk to trucking companies of all sizes, cyber insurance should be an important discussion happening inside every organization. Get direct access to insurance experts in this session, where they will help you understand how insurance can safeguard operational continuity, ensure regulatory compliance, mitigate financial risks, and enhance customer trust. Learn more >

Carrie Yang
Senior Vice President, Marsh Cyber Practice

Ben Wilkens
Cybersecurity Principal Engineer, NMFTA

3:30-3:45 pm ET

Break

3:45-4:00 pm ET

Call for Collaboration

Join us for a collaborative session where industry experts and stakeholders will come together to help shape the future of NMFTA cybersecurity initiatives. Learn more >

Hosted by NMFTA

4:00-5:00 pm ET

On the Road with Ransomware: No Rest Ahead!

This workshop will help you prepare a structured approach for your company to identify potential ransomware attack origins and avoid the long-term consequences of being caught in a ransomware situation. Learn more >

Drew Blandford-Williams
Head of Cyber Security, Condition Zebra U.S.

6:00-9:00 pm ET

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

8:00-9:00 am ET

Breakfast

9:00-10:00 am ET

Fireside Chat: Present and Future of Cybersecurity in Trucking

In this session, we will explore key aspects of cybersecurity investment and management. Topics include current investments and processes, vendor selection, and best practices to safeguard assets. Learn more >

Daragh Mahon
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Werner Enterprises

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA

10:00 am-12:30 pm ET

Business Continuity Tabletop Exercise

You’ve invested the time and money to build a solid cyber resilience strategy, but what about business continuity planning and testing? When facing a ransomware attack, does your team know what to do? Don't miss the chance to work as a team to discuss roles and responses during an emergency where you'll walk through one or more example scenarios. Learn more >

Art Ocain
Vice President Cybersecurity and Incident Response, Airiam

Steve Hankel
Vice President of Information Technology, Johanson Transportation

Ben Wilkens
Cybersecurity Principal Engineer, NMFTA

12:30-1:30 pm ET

Lunch

1:30-2:00 pm ET

Project Update: Seed Key Issue

Join us for this eye-opening session where we will delve into the surprising vulnerabilities of modern tanker trailers, and discover how wireless unauthorized diagnostic access isn't just a problem for older equipment but also affects newer trailer brake controllers. Learn more >

Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA

2:00-2:55 pm ET

NO PRESS ALLOWED—Fireside Chat: Recent Hacks, Lessons Learned, and the New Reality

In this not-to-be-missed fireside chat, hear directly from the industry experts who have been in the trenches of a cyberattack. Experts will share first-hand experiences and offer practical advice for trucking executives navigating the complex world of cybersecurity, and the new realities of leading in this new era of building a cyber-resilient trucking operation. Learn more >

Todd Florence
Chief Information Officer, Estes Express Lines

Mike Zupon
Vice President of Technology, Ward Transport & Logistics

Erika Voss, Ph.D.
Vice President of Information Security, DAT Freight & Analytics

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA (Moderator)

2:55-3:00 pm ET

Closing Remarks

Joe Ohr
Chief Operating Officer, NMFTA