PortPro DRIVE ($199 is refunded upon arrival)

At PortPro: DRIVE, you’ll hear from industry leaders, dive into practical AI applications, and connect with peers who are already reshaping drayage with technology.

This isn’t a giant expo. It’s an intimate gathering designed to spark conversations, deliver hands-on insights, and get you moving forward with AI today.

We're charging so that we have a good idea of the number of people who will actually attend, so we can plan accordingly. We aren't trying to get money out of you!

1. AI Insight: One big-picture session on how AI is transforming drayage.
2. Hands-On Learning: A workshop that goes beyond theory with real-world examples.
3. Networking: Connect with peers and PortPro experts over drinks and bites.

3:00 – 3:30 PM | Arrival + Networking

Kick things off with beverages, small bites, and pre-event networking.

3:30 – 3:40 PM | Opening Remarks

Welcome and overview of what’s ahead.

Speaker: Toni Pisano, CCO @ PortPro

3:40 – 4:00 PM | Keynote

Don’t Get Left Behind: How Drayage Companies Are Using AI in 2026

AI isn’t a someday tool — it’s already the hire your competitors are making. Learn how forward-thinking carriers are deploying AI now to streamline operations, cut costs, and stay competitive.

Speaker: Michael Mecca, CEO @ PortPro

4:00 – 5:30 PM | Sessions

AI in Action: Solving Real Problems in Drayage

Zero fluff. See exactly how drayage carriers are applying AI to fix operational challenges, with live demos and case examples from PortPro AI.

Speakers: Michael Mecca, CEO @ PortPro and Corey Abbott, Chief Growth Officer @ PortPro

5:30 – 7:00 PM | Networking

Connect with your peers and the PortPro exec team while enjoying drinks, food, and cigars.

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