The Warehousing Education and Research Council, a division of MHI, invites logistics professionals to register for the WERC Annual Conference, which will be from June 8 to 11, 2025, at the New Orleans Sheraton Hotel. This event is intended to provide industry leaders with practical insights to enhance operational efficiencies and maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment landscape.
By providing keynote and educational sessions that address emerging technologies and operational best practices, this conference is designed to inspire professionals to lead their organizations with vision.
Keynote presentations
The WERC Annual Conference will host two keynote speakers to engage and challenge attendees:
- Destin Sandlin: Monday, June 9, “The ‘Smarter Every Day’ Perspective: Embracing Change and Breaking Barriers.” Sandlin, engineer and YouTube creator of the popular series Smarter Every Day, will challenge attendees to rethink old habits and embrace change to drive innovation. Drawing on his scientific storytelling and viral experiments like the “Backwards Bicycle,” Sandlin will motivate warehousing and distribution leaders to approach obstacles with adaptability and fresh perspectives.
- Sugar Ray Leonard: Tuesday, June 10, “The Power to Win!” Boxing legend and Olympic gold medalist Leonard will share how discipline and resilience have shaped his career, making compelling parallels to the logistics industry. Through his dynamic storytelling, Leonard will inspire attendees perform under pressure and strive for championship-level success in their careers.
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WERC offers networking opportunities
In addition to the keynote presentations, attendees can benefit from an array of educational sessions, facility tours, and networking events designed to foster collaboration and share practical strategies.
“At WERC, we believe in equipping logistics professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to excel,” stated Michael Mikitika, executive vice president of WERC. “This Annual Conference will bring together a wealth of operational expertise, making it an invaluable experience for professionals to learn, connect, and grow.”
Registration is now open at werc.org/conference. Join WERC as an individual or team member to take advantage of discounted conference rates.
About WERC
WERC, a division of MHI, said it is the only professional organization focused on warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment and its role in the supply chain. Through membership in WERC, seasoned professionals and those new to the industry can master best practices and establish valuable relationships. Learn more about WERC at werc.org.
About MHI
MHI is an international trade association that has represented the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry since 1945. MHI’s over 1,000 members include material handling and logistics equipment and systems manufacturers, integrators, consultants, publishers and third-party logistics providers.
MHI offers education, networking and solution sourcing for their members, the members’ customers and the industry as a whole through programming and events. The association sponsors the ProMat and MODEX expos to showcase the products and services of its member companies and to educate manufacturing and supply chain professionals.
