Expedite Expo: It Will Be Great in 2008!
The transportation industry is noted for its trucking shows. You can find them throughout North America at all times of the year.There's a little something for everyone at these events, but none of them really focus the entire show on a specific area of trucking.
Except one.
The 2008 Expedite Expo is rapidly approaching and it figures to be a great event. The trucking world's first and only event of its kind is scheduled for July 25-26, 2008 at the Roberts Convention Center in Wilmington, OH.
The Expedite Expo is a focused event. You won't find expedited trucking displays mixed in with exhibits featuring dump trucks, bulk hauling trailers and truckload transportation. The Expedite Expo is all about expediting and the opportunities within this fast-paced industry.
Every major carrier, dealer, and major player in the expedited trucking industry is in attendance and wants to meet you, the current or prospective expediter. Everything you need to see about the fast freight business is here under one roof with over 100 exhibitors occupying the over 50,000 square feet of the climate-controlled Roberts Convention Centre.
The 2007 Expedite Expo welcomed over 5,000 attendees over two days and this year's event should surpass even those record numbers. We'd like to see you there, too!
What will you see at the 2008 Expedite Expo?
Expedited Carriers
Is the grass greener? That's a question many owner-operators must answer when considering a change to another carrier. The 2008 Expedite Expo provides the perfect opportunity to meet face-to-face with a number of carrier recruiters and compare the offerings of various companies.
Trucks and Lots o' Chrome
This the time of year when the expedited truck dealers and manufacturers roll out their newest products and the Expedite Expo is where they do it!
At the Expo you'll be able to consult with expedited truck specialists and get the lowdown on spec'ing that new truck along with the best deals on financing.
Check out the latest offerings from the industry's top names and see how that new truck looks on you! All at the 2008 Expedite Expo!
The Expediter Workshops
Whether you're a veteran in the emergency freight business or a prospective owner-operator, the Expediter Workshops are THE events to attend - for basic information, for business tips and for enhancement of your bottom line.
These free seminars will cover truck maintenance, insurance, financing and other topics affecting your business. Don't miss the very popular roundtable discussion on Saturday hosted by Ellen Voie of Women in Trucking.
Expediter Workshop Schedule
Friday, July 25
11:00 am - Speaker: John Mueller "Expedite Trucking 101 ñThe Essentialsî
1:00 pm - Speaker: John Lalonde: ìThe Road Map to Buying and Financing Your Truckî
2:00 pm - Speaker: Kyle Ochs ìYour 2008 Expedite Career Pathî
3:00 pm - Speaker: Heath Wood ìBehind-the-Scene Look at Maintenanceî
Saturday, July 26
10:00 am - Speaker: Jon Mosier " Preparing to Purchase an Expedite Truckî
11:00 am - Speaker: Ellen Voie: "Driver Roundtable Discussion - Recruiting and Retention"
1:00 pm - Speaker: Randy Harris ìFinding a Carrier and What to Expect from a Recruiterî
2:00 pm - Speaker: Terry O'Connell ìExpediting : What It Is and Is Notî
Giveaways
Progressive Pumps Up the Savings Free Fuel Giveaway!
Progressive is giving away more than $150,000 nationwide in free fuel! Progressive is giving away hundreds of decoder cards with a chance for you to win $25 in fuel - Plus enter for a chance to win $25,000 in free fuel!
AND
Commercial Insurance and Progressive Expedite Drivers Choice Award
The 2008 Expedite Expo will also award a lucky attendee with cold cash! Expo visitors can vote for their favorite truck exhibited by a truck dealer in the Commercial Insurance Expedite Drivers Choice Award. Their ballot is also their entry form and the lucky winner will pocket a tidy $1,000.00!
Meet the Chrome Shop Mafia
Meet the notorious truck customizers made famous by their outrageous tricked out big rigs!
Meet the Mafia in Ohio! HereÃs your chance to see these guys in person! Got a question for the Gangsters of Chrome? Ask away, but be prepared, if they tell you the answer, they might have to hurt you!
The Chrome Shop Mafia will hit the Roberts Convention Center to sign autographs, cut up with the crowd and display one of their latest trucking art creations. Who knows, they might even grab YOUR TRUCK!
Music, Music, Music
The 2008 Expedite Expo is not all business, you know. We have great, family-friendly entertainment with two full days of toe-tapping music presented on two outdoor stages!
The entertainment roster includes:
(Appearing on his own custom trailer/stage)
*Trucking Music from the always popular Joey Holiday
(Appearing on the InternetTruckStop/Roady's Truck Stops stage)
*Bluegrass/Roots music from "Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers"
*Classic Rock from the band "24/7"
*Southern Rock by the "Ridgerunners"
*Country music by "Chubby Howard"
Live Expo Reports
The Expo will be going live and on the air when trucking radio legend Dave Nemo does his XM satellite radio (the Open Road Channel 171) reports from the show. This is Dave's 7th year of covering the show and he invites his fans and listeners to stop by and say hello!
2008 Expedite Expo Show Times:
Friday July 25, 2008 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday July 26, 2008 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Roberts Convention Centre - I-71 Exit 50 - Wilmington, OH
Remember, the 2008 Expedite Expo offers FREE registration, FREE admission and FREE parking. Expedite Expo is open to the general public.
The 2008 Expedite Expo would like to thank these fine sponsors:
Panther Expedited Services, Inc.
Middle Georgia Freightliner-Isuzu
Speedco
Tri-State Expedited Service, Inc.
Alumi-Bunk Corporation
Freightliner of Knoxville
All-State Express
Greigers Motor Sales
Try Hours Red Hot Freight Expediters
FedEx Custom Critical
Expediter Services
Movin Out
Big Rig Owner
Land Line
Careers in Gear
Ten reasons you CAN'T afford to miss the best and biggest Expedite Expo yet:
1. If itÃs new in expediting, itÃll be here.
2. Exhibitors will demonstrate their products and services for you.
3. Get first tabs on the newest products, including expo-exclusive specials.
4. Find out who the new service-providers are and how they can help you.
5. Get the latest news and trend reports about expediting.
6. Hear what industry experts have to say about excelling at what you do.
7. Meet the carriers who are looking for owner-operators.
8. Meet the owner-operators who are looking for carriers.
9. Relax and enjoy Dave Nemo and other live music events.
10. Free registration, free parking and free admission to our cool, comfortable indoor Expo.
For information and online registration, visit www.ExpediteExpo.com