Registration and Networking: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lunch and Program: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Topic:

Driving Growth: The Synergy of Educational Initiatives and Industry-Academia Partnerships in Jacksonville's Transportation & Logistics Sector

Learn how educational initiatives in Jacksonville are nurturing talent for the transportation and logistics industry and how industry-academia partnerships are fueling innovation and economic growth in the region. Partners will discuss collaboration between educational institutions, local businesses, and transportation companies in creating a skilled workforce and innovation within the industry.

Panelists:
•   Lisamarie Winslow, Campus President, Keiser University, Jacksonville (KU)
•   Susan Amburgey, Lead Professor, Logistics Department, Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ)
•   Terry Allen, Adjunct Professor, Transportation & Logistics Program, University of North Florida (UNF)
•   Buddy Key, Careers Services Coordinator, Jones Technical Institute (J-Tech)

Moderator: Darin Damron, Senir Regional Vice President, CPS, Jasper Engines and Transmissions, JAX Chamber Transportation & Logistics Council, President.

BIOS:
President Lisamarie Winslow’s career in higher education began in the corporate world twenty plus years ago and led her to her current role as the President of Keiser University, Jacksonville Campus. Keiser University is a regionally accredited university with 19 campuses statewide, 3 international locations, 20,000 students, 3500 faculty and staff worldwide and 25 NAIA recognized sports teams. As campus president she has responsibility for over 100 staff and faculty members and 800 students campus-wide, daily operations and short and long-term strategic planning.

In her tenure as president of the Jacksonville campus, she has brought bachelor’s programs such as Biomedical Sciences, Transportation and Logistics, and Network Systems and Data Communications to meet the needs of the business community. President Winslow works to align the programs KU Jacksonville offers at the campus in tangent with the economic development efforts of the City of Jacksonville and its leadership.

Susan Amburgey holds a BAS in Logistics, and an MBA and is currently a doctoral candidate for a Doctor of Business Administration in Supply Chain and Logistics. Susan is the lead professor in the logistics department at Florida State College at Jacksonville. Susan holds eleven certifications and certificates and was named the 2019 FSCJ Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. She has Forty-six strong years in Transportation, receiving and shipping, purchasing, customer service, inventory management, marketing, supply chain inventory, and procurement.

Dr. Terry Allen has been involved with different aspects of transportation, logistics, and associated industries for 41 years, 32 of those with CSX Transportation. His background includes sales, marketing, operations, strategic planning, purchasing, process management, and acquisitions. Terry is currently the principal for Rivanna Management, applying consulting services for firms seeking to refine their supply chain and management practices. He is an adjunct professor for the University of North Florida’s T&L program and the Jacksonville

Buddy Key brings his educational and work experience in athletics and leadership throughout the state of Florida and currently works as a Career Services Coordinator at Jones Technical Institute, J-Tech, where he continues to influence young men and women as they begin their career paths. Throughout the years, Buddy has been recognized for his positive attitude and influential personality on young people.

Spotlight Speaker:
Ismael (Izzy) Amado
Founder and CEO
IT Ninjas

Fogo de Chao Market Table (buffet)

Pre-registration is greatly appreciated and closes at 3 pm the day before. Walk-up cost is $38 for everyone and seating is not guaranteed.

50/50 tickets can be purchased online for $1 per ticket. Half of the total amount collected goes to our scholarship fund and the other half is raffled off to a lucky attendee. Also, feel free to bring give aways for the drawing. This is a good opportunity to bring visibility to your business.

Are you interested in being a Spotlight Speaker for the T&L Council? Contact Kathy Leggoe at leggoekr@cdmsmith.com.

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