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TSA Regulatory Issues Addressed by XLA at 2009 Fall Forum

 

WASHINGTON, Aug. 27, 2009 -- The Express Delivery and Logistics Association (XLA -

http://www.expressassociation.org) will hold its XLA 2009 Fall Forum on October 14 and 15 at Hotel Monaco in Washington, D.C. The theme of this successful meeting is:

"Surviving Today, Positioning for Tomorrow ... A Leader's Guide."

 

The Fall Forum is a focused meeting designed for top decision makers within the global express transportation, mail and logistics industry. The content of the Forum is designed to help these executives stay apprised of current and pending regulatory issues as well as business practices that directly impact the industry. Specific business topics for this year's Forum will include strategic planning based on forecasted industry trends, brand strategy and strategically hiring salespeople for the transportation industry.

 

The afternoon of the 15th will be dedicated to discussing current and pending TSA regulations as well as other legislative issues that impact directly on the express delivery industry. "There are a number of challenges facing our industry including the 100% screening of cargo mandate that is less than a year away," said Jim Conway, Executive Director of XLA, "and the Forum will address this and other issues with TSA representatives." There will be a special comprehensive and interactive session exclusively for Indirect Air Carriers (IACs) with senior Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials. This presentation will include a detailed analysis of anticipated air cargo security regulatory changes.

 

XLA 2009 Fall Forum Program and Speakers

 

October 14, 2009 - Welcome Reception

The Welcome Reception will be held 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

 

October 15, 2009 - Speaker Line-Up

Meeting times: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

-- Ted Scherck of The Colography Group on forecasted industry trends and analysis

-- Neil Lenok of The World Academy on strategic hiring practices for your sales force

-- Orly Weezy, Brand Identity Consultant on brand strategy and development

-- Jim Conway, Executive Director of XLA on Overview of Federal Issues

-- Interactive TSA Session, Exclusively for IACs

 

"This is our second year for the Fall Forum," said John Costanzo, President of Purolator USA, Inc and President of XLA, "and based on last year's reviews, we know this is an important meeting for our industry. It is a great opportunity for senior executives to participate in sessions that have direct relevancy to their business operations."

 

The Express Delivery and Logistics Association (XLA) is a non-profit trade association that represents the regulatory and business interests of the express delivery, mail and logistics industry. XLA works directly with federal agencies and Congress to promote effective and sensible legislative and regulatory initiatives that ensure transportation security without placing unnecessary burdens on members'

business operations. Our advocacy mission is complemented with best-in-class networking, educational and marketing opportunities. For more information about the 2009 Fall Forum or XLA, please visit our website

(http://www.expressassociation.org) or call Jim Conway, Executive Director (703.789.3724) or Jennifer Crane (888.838.0761).

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