Jessica Renner, Cargo Claims and Risk Manager at Jarrett, has spent the past decade handling, resolving, and preventing claims and freight issues for clients and carriers. She's a Certified Claims Professional (CCP) and an Arbitrator for the Transportation Arbitration Board. 

Jessica serves as the VP of Communication/ProClaim for the Certified Claims Professional Accreditation Council. She is also Secretary/Treasurer of the Transportation and Logistics Council Board of Directors, where she supports the advancement and education of transportation and logistics professionals. 

Scott Cornell, National Practice Leader Transportation and Crime & Theft Specialist, Travelers Inland Marine, has been with Travelers for 23 years and currently leads the Transportation division.

Scott is an expert in cargo theft and transportation, internal theft, embezzlement and corporate investigations. He helped create a fully dedicated cargo theft unit for Travelers and is a co-inventor of multiple patented processes for methods and systems providing customized risk mitigation and recovery to an insurance customer. 

Gary Thomas is a seasoned Criminal Intelligence Analyst at CargoNet, bringing a wealth of experience from his 24-year tenure with the Kentucky State Police. Specializing in auto and cargo theft for 14 years, Gary has played a pivotal role in numerous complex criminal investigations, leading to successful prosecutions in both state and federal courts. In recognition of his outstanding service, he was honored as the 2023 Civilian of the Year before retiring in 2024.

Gary is an active member of the law enforcement committee for the Transported Asset Protection Association and is a sought-after speaker on cargo theft, having delivered multiple presentations at industry events nationwide.

Chris Johnson, CFA is a Senior Analyst at Cleveland Research Company, where he leads the firm’s sell-side research efforts, with a particular focus on supply chain and logistics, including a comprehensive analysis of construction and agricultural equipment, heavy trucks and engines, railroads, as well as air, ocean and land freight. 

Chris’s expertise extends into the nuances of supply chain dynamics and logistics management, encompassing areas such as intermodal transportation, less-than-truckload (LTL) services, and parcel delivery. His analyses provide critical insights into market trends and operational efficiencies, helping clients navigate the complexities of global logistics networks and optimize.

Matt Wagner has more than two decades of expertise in business development and sales management, specializing in supply chain management solutions. As Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Jarrett, he is responsible for developing the sales and marketing strategy and execution to drive new business growth and brand awareness.

In 2007, he began his logistics career with Jarrett as a Manager of Business Development. Following this, he honed his skills further during a six-year tenure as Client Solutions Director at Transportation Insight, before ultimately returning to Jarrett in 2016 as Vice President, Sales & Marketing and was promoted in November 2022 to his current position. 

Matt earned his certification as a LEAN Green Belt through Total Insight in November 2012, further solidifying his proficiency in driving operational excellence. Matt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Ashland University. 

Tom Clark is Partner and Supply Chain & Logistics Practice Leader at DRI and also leads DRI’s Military Leadership Excellence and Military Transition Practices.  He has held leadership roles across Direct Recruiters Permanent Placement and Contract Staffing businesses (formerly known as Direct Consulting Associates) and was instrumental in aligning the businesses to offer clients total, customized, performance-based recruiting solutions.  Tom is a former U.S. Army Captain and Airborne Ranger who led troops in combat in the global war and served as a subject matter expert on logistics.  

Tom is the President of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals Cleveland Roundtable and also serves CSCMP as the Regional Advisor for the Middle Atlantic and New England Regions.  

Keith Peterson has more than two decades of experience in technical operations, customer success management and both product and customer support.

Currently serving as the Director of Operations for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through classification and digitization.

Prior to his role at NMFTA, Peterson started his career as a driver for TWT Refrigerated Transport, then worked in operations for System Transport and Interstate Distributor Co., all asset-based carriers. He then served in numerous strategic operations positions at Qualcomm and Omnitracs, and most recently held the position of Senior Director of Professional Services at Solera, Inc.

Adam Mercer is the Classification Development Manager at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™

In this role, he is instrumental in advancing initiatives to streamline and modernize the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®), ensuring it remains relevant and efficient for the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry.

Adam collaborates with industry stakeholders to gather data and insights, enhancing the NMFC's accuracy and applicability. He also plays a key role in organizing and conducting public meetings of the Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC), where proposed amendments to the NMFC are discussed and evaluated.

Lance Healy is an entrepreneur that has driven innovation in the LTL industry for over 25 years. He created the first APIs to carriers in the late 1990s as Founder and President of Banyan Technology. While at Banyan, he developed APIs for full-shipment execution and automated invoice reconciliation. Later, he was awarded a U.S. patent on dynamic pricing for LTL carriers.

Since Banyan, Lance has worked with LTL carrier optimization technology and recently launched a new venture, FreightFacts, that aggregates LTL carrier data to score shippers.

Steve Foder has 40 years of experience in Customs Brokerage and International Trade. A licensed Customs Broker since 1988, Steve has spent more than two decades in upper management roles at two of the largest customs brokers and freight forwarders in the world. In 2004, he founded Customs Services & Solutions, a nationally licensed, CTPAT Certified U.S. Customs Broker. Steve is highly experienced in Harmonized Tariff Classification, U.S. Customs Regulatory Compliance and Duty Drawback, making him a leading expert in the field.

Deena is an accomplished sales leader with extensive experience in account management, relationship building and business growth across various industries. Currently serving as the Senior Manager of Account & Relationship Management at Front, Deena leads a team of Relationship Managers across the US and EMEA. With a strong track record in performance motivation, forecasting and strategic sales initiatives, Deena is skilled in driving growth and fostering high-performance cultures.

Mike is the Founder and CEO of Jarrett Logistics Systems (JLS), the flagship brand in his corporate portfolio. He is known for his entrepreneurial achievements as founder or co-founder of six highly successful companies based in Northeast Ohio.

He formerly served as Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio-based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services) as well as Roadway Express.

Mike has been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year in the Distribution and Manufacturing category and currently serves as the Chair of the Heartland Education Community Board of Trustees, the Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) Board and the University of Mount Union Board of Trustees.

As Chief Operating Officer at Jarrett, Mark is responsible for overseeing the company’s logistics operations and driving strategic initiatives to ensure operational excellence. Previously, as Vice President of Logistics Operations, Mark led the day-to-day activities of the JLS Routing Center, playing an integral role in the growth and success of the company’s logistics functions.

Mark has been a cornerstone of Jarrett since 2010. Prior to joining the team, Mark gained valuable experience as a Group Leader at Target Corporation, where he managed teams at the West Jefferson Distribution Center, developing his skills in large-scale operations and team management.

Robert brings 40 years of transportation experience to ShipMatrix, which includes 15 years in parcel carrier operations management at UPS, RPS/FedEx Ground and Emery Worldwide Airline (USPS Contract). With ShipMatrix, Robert has helped companies with transportation budgets of $250K—$1B optimize their spending.

JP Wiggins is a leader in logistics technology and no-code solutions, specializing in transportation management software (TMS), real-time transportation visibility platforms (RTTVP) and carrier connectivity. As CEO and co-founder of 1Logtech, he advances no-code integration for the transportation and logistics industries. With global experience in sales, marketing and implementation, Wiggins previously co-founded 3Gtms and held roles at SAP, Descartes, G-Log (now Oracle) and Red Prairie (now Blue Yonder). His career combines strategic vision with technological expertise in supply chain solutions.

Rennie Alston is the founder, CEO and President of the Alston Group, a premiere Customs Regulatory expert, licensed customhouse broker, and Global Security specialist. He holds over thirty years of interactive work experience with the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection on international trade and regulatory issues. Rennie received his Masters Certification from the International Chamber of Commerce in Paris in 2011 as a master trainer of the Incoterms 2010. 

Dave has been with Bath & Body Works, Inc. for over 24 years supporting FP&A and Freight Accounting for all International and Domestic Freight. He has held finance positions in the Retail Logistics and Service Industries with Hill Distribution, Ames, and Airtron Heating & Air. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance from Wright State University.