TCA Online Leadership Series
The Online Leadership Series is a live, virtual program consisting of monthly webinars starting in April and ending in September.
These aren’t your average webinars; they are a high-energy, six-part, virtual masterclass designed to give you the tactical playbook you need. Whether you’re developing emerging leaders, strengthening your management team, or sharpening your own decision-making skills, this series delivers practical education built for the realities of today’s truckload environment.
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2026 Webinars are now in the TCA Learning Center
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Cargo theft is an escalating threat that can lead to significant financial loss and operational disruption. Is your supply chain prepared? Join us for an essential session where we’ll equip you with the latest strategies and best practices to actively prevent, detect, and respond to the evolving methods used by criminals targeting your shipments.
Key takeaways:
- Identify common methods used by criminals to steal cargo and vehicles, including identity theft, “fictitious pickups,” and cyber scams.
- Explain best practices for pre-screening carriers and drivers to mitigate the risk of fraud.
- Discuss the role of technology in preventing theft, such as GPS tracking, geofencing, and smart seals.
- Develop a basic response plan for when a cargo theft occurs, including whom to notify and what information to have ready.
Speaker:
Scott Cornell
VP Transportation Risk & Strategy Crime & Theft Specialist
LOGISTIQ Insurance Solutions
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In today’s competitive landscape, understanding your numbers isn’t just important—it’s essential for survival and growth. Are you truly leveraging your data to drive profitability?
Join this high-impact session designed specifically for the truckload industry to move beyond simple reporting and start mastering Return on Investment (ROI) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Learn how to identify the metrics that truly matter and use them to make strategic, data-driven decisions.
Key Takeaways:
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to the truckload industry, such as cost per mile, driver turnover rate, and on-time delivery percentage.
- Calculate return on investment (ROI) for various business decisions, including new equipment purchases, technology upgrades, and driver recruitment campaigns.
- Apply KPI and ROI data to make informed strategic decisions that improve operational efficiency and profitability.
- Moderator:
Steve Philips
Profitability Program Facilitator
TCA - Speakers:
Carl Svendsen
Chief Strategy Officer
Halvor Lines, Inc. - Greg Sutton
Vice President, Finance
TransLand
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A strong public image and active community presence are no longer optional—they are vital for recruiting top talent, gaining local support, and enhancing your truckload carrier brand. Join us for this practical session focused on Building a Community Outreach Program that delivers real, measurable value both to your community and your bottom line. We’ll give you the tools to move beyond simple donations and create sustained, meaningful engagement.
Key takeaways:
- Identify the benefits of a strong community presence and a positive public image for a truckload carrier.
- Explore a range of potential community outreach programs, from local sponsorships and charity drives to school partnerships and volunteer initiatives.
- Create a step-by-step plan for a new community program, including setting goals, defining a budget, and identifying key stakeholders.
- Develop effective communication strategies to promote community involvement and share the company’s positive impact.
Moderator:
- Gabriel Ribeiro, Senior Director of Partnerships & Marketing, BubbaAI
Speakers:
- Emory Mills
Senior Vice President,
FTC Transportation, Inc. - Reagan Seymour
Business Development Manager
Kriska Transportation - Angie Shook
Senior Director
Enterprise Sales & Marketing
Covenant
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Insurance is one of the single largest fixed costs for a truckload operation, yet many carriers are unaware of alternatives to traditional policies. Are you leaving money and program management opportunities for control on the table? Join this insightful session for a detailed, objective Comparison of Traditional Insurance Options and Captive Insurance Program models. We will break down the complexities of each structure to help you determine the optimal insurance strategy for your business’s financial stability and growth.
Key Takeaways:
- Differentiate between traditional insurance and captive insurance models for truckload carriers.
- Analyze the potential benefits and drawbacks of each insurance type, including cost, coverage flexibility, and program management control.
- Evaluate whether a captive insurance program is a viable option for a specific truckload operation based on size, financial stability, and risk profile.
- Formulate key questions to ask when exploring insurance options to ensure an optimal fit for the company’s long-term strategy.
Speakers:
- Jamie Bishop
Vice President of Employee Benefits
Cottingham & Butler - Chris Patrick
Senior Vice President
Cottingham & Butler
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Artificial Intelligence is one of the most powerful tools available for truckload operations today, but its full value isn’t just in driver coaching—it’s in the data-driven decisions that generate profit. Join this critical session to learn how industry-leading carriers are leveraging AI-powered decision automation to transform their network strategy, dispatch, planning, and more.
Key Takeaways:
- Analyze how true decision automation can drive maximum utilization and eliminate revenue leakage by continuously optimizing driver-load pairings and ensuring a balanced, profitable network.
- Understand the power of agentic AI and how specialized agents can be deployed across your operations to automate numerous daily workflows, driving seamless, company-wide efficiency.
- Elevate your team’s potential by redefining traditional planning roles, moving team members from manual input and reaction to strategic oversight, exceptions management, and high-value customer engagement.
Moderator:
- Daniel Powell
Co-founder & CEO
Optimal Dynamics
Speakers:
TBD
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The longevity of your business hinges on a thoughtful transition of leadership. Failing to plan for succession exposes your company to significant risk and can devalue decades of hard work.
Join this critical session dedicated to Navigating Your Succession Planning. We will provide a clear, actionable roadmap for developing a comprehensive strategy that protects your company’s future, ensures continuity, and maximizes the value of your legacy.
Key Takeaways:
- Identify the critical components of a comprehensive succession plan, including key roles, timeline, and financial considerations.
- Discuss strategies for identifying and developing internal talent to prepare future leaders within the organization.
- Explain the legal and financial implications of various succession options, such as family transfer, sale to employees, or sale to a third party.
- Create a preliminary framework for a succession plan, outlining the first steps and key stakeholders to involve.
Speaker:
- Beau McGinnis
Vice President
Tenney Group
All 16 Online Leadership Series recordings can be found in the TCA Learning Center
Click here to access (search the catalog using “Online Leadership Series”)
Registration for the live sessions is free for TCA members thanks to a generous sponsorship from Tenney Group.
