2026 ATA Annual Meeting & Carrier Conference Sessions
Please select the sessions you will be attending
NOTE: Please select the sessions you will attend
Check-in / Registration
Monday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Ballroom Foyer
Annual Meeting
Monday, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Ballroom
Summary
Open to all ATA Members
Keynote Speaker: Fighting Cargo Theft
Monday, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Speakers
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Panel Discussion
Safety Awards
Monday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summary
Sponsored by Transtar Insurance Brokers, Inc. and PrePass Safety Alliance
Opening Reception and New Member Welcome
Monday, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Fiesta Area
Summary
Open to all attendees and guests
Free Evening
Monday, 6:30 pm
Signature Safety Breakfast
Tuesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Location
Ballroom
Presentation of DPS Outstanding Commercial Trooper Award
Tuesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Presentation of ADOT Outstanding Enforcement and Compliance Officer Award
Tuesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Business Session I
Tuesday, 8:15 am - 11:00 am
Location
Ballroom
State of the Trucking Industry
Tuesday, 8:15 am to 9:15 am
Speakers
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Chris Spear - President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Trucking Associations
Guest Event: Mahjong Mixer
Tuesday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Cottonwood
Summary
Guests, spouses and plus-ones are invited to join us for a fun and social afternoon of American Mahjong! Whether you’re brand new to the game or just looking to brush up on your skills, you’ll enjoy a hands-on lesson followed by time to play, along with delicious nibbles and fun prizes.
Space is limited, so advance registration is required.
Please register through the conference portal or call 602-850-6001 to reserve your spot.
Break
Tuesday, 9:15 am to 9:30 am
Cooking with Costello and possible 2026 Economic Update
Tuesday, 9:30 am to 10:45 am
Speakers
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Bob Costello - Chief Economist & SVP, International Trade Policy, American Trucking Associations
Annual Conference Golf Tournament
Tuesday, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
La Paloma Country Club
Summary
Enjoy a memorable round of golf at La Paloma Country Club, nestled at the base of Tucson’s stunning Santa Catalina Mountains. The 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Design course features three distinct nine-hole layouts—Canyon, Hill and Ridge—offering a mix of challenging play, beautiful desert scenery and spectacular mountain and city views. With well-maintained fairways, pristine greens and a variety of tee options, La Paloma provides an exceptional golf experience for players of all skill levels.
Cocktail Reception
Tuesday, 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Ballroom Foyer
Chairman's Dinner
Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Ballroom
Summary
Dinner, Golf Awards, Silent & Live Auction (All proceeds support the ATA Foundation)
(Dress: Resort Casual – Red, White & Blue)
Business Session II
Wednesday, 7:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Ballroom
Eggs and Issues: Breakfast chat
Wednesday, 7:00 am - 7:45 am
Speakers
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Rebecca Brewster - President and CEO, American Transportation Research Institute
Break
Wednesday, 7:45 am - 8:00 am
Understanding Safety, Post Montgomery
Wednesday, 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Speakers
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Steve Bryan - Chief Executive Officer, Bluewire LLC
2026 Arizona Economic Forecast
Wednesday, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Speakers
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Dennis Hoffman - Director of the L. William Seidman Research Institute at the W. P. Carey School of Business and Director of ASU’s Office of the University Economist
Understanding AI
Wednesday, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Speakers
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Paul Coble - Associate General Counsel - Intellectual Property; AIGP
End
Wednesday, 11:00 am
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