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2026 NCTA Annual Management Conference

July 19, 2026 - July 21, 2026

Description


2026 NCTA Annual Management Conference

July 19–21, 2026 

Omni Homestead Resort & Spa – Hot Springs, VA

The 97th Annual Management Conference brings together leaders from the North Carolina Trucking Association to explore innovation, leadership, and industry transformation. Attendees will enjoy thought-provoking sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and engaging afternoon activities designed to foster connection and collaboration.


Tentative Agenda


Sunday, July 19, 2026

2:00pm – 6:30pm
Exhibitor Set-Up
2:00pm – 7:00pm
Registration
4:00pm – 5:00pm
New Member Orientation
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Bourbon Tasting ($)
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Welcome Dinner & Entertainment
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Jr. Truckers Club

Monday, July 20, 2026

General Session

7:00am – 12:00pm
Registration
7:00am – 8:00am
Breakfast Buffet & Exhibitor Networking
8:00am – 12:00pm
General Session
8:00am – 8:15am
Welcome Remarks
Steven Garrish, VP – Safety & Compliance, Old Dominion
8:15am – 9:15am
National Regulatory Update
Dave Heller, Senior VP of Safety and Government Affairs,
Truckload Carriers Association
9:15am – 9:30am
State Advocacy Updates
Hampton Billips, Partner & Government Relations Director
Checkmate Government Relations
9:30am – 10:00am
Coffee Break & Network with Exhibitors
10:00am – 10:15am
Recognition of Annual, Elite & Diamond Sponsors
Howell Clark, Steven Garrish & Ben Greenberg
10:15am – 11:15am
FMCSA Update
Chief Derek Barrs, Administrator
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
11:15am – 12:00pm
What Makes a Best Fleets to Drive For (Panel)
Mark Murrell, Co-Founder & President – CarriersEdge
Emory Mills, Sr. Vice President – FTC Transportation
Nate Fisher, COO – Williams Dedicated

Additional Items

8:00am – 12:00pm
Jr. Truckers Club
10:00am – 12:30pm
Spouse and Companion Brunch

Afternoon Activities

1:00pm
Golf – Shotgun Start
1:00pm
Pool Takeover at Allegheny Springs

Dinner on Your Own


Tuesday, July 21, 2026

General Session

7:00am – 12:00pm
Registration
7:00am – 8:00am
Breakfast Buffet & Topic Tables
8:00am – 12:00pm
General Session
8:00am – 8:05am
Welcome Remarks
8:05am – 8:30am
Membership Business & Election Session
8:30am – 9:15am
Inside the Defense Playbook: Real‑World Case Examples
Stephen Setliff, Partner, Setliff Law
9:15am – 10:00am
Lawsuit Abuse and Predatory Towing Advocacy Update
Pamela Bracher, Deputy General Counsel,
American Trucking Associations
10:00am – 10:30am
Coffee Break & Network with Exhibitors

*Spouses and companions are invited to join us for an elevated coffee break ahead of the keynote.
10:30am – 12:00pm
KEYNOTE – Raymont Harris
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Impact in Action

Immediately following our keynote, attendees are invited to participate in an optional service project where we will assemble 500 backpacks filled with school supplies and non‑perishable food items—sponsored by Red Classic—in partnership with Feeding Southwest Virginia to support local children and families in need throughout the Homestead region. 


Hotel Information

Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
Group Rate: Starting at $349 per night

We have secured an exclusive room block at The Omni Homestead with rates beginning at $349 per night plus taxes.

Hotel booking details will be provided once your conference registration has been processed.


Registration Rates

  • Motor Carrier First-Time: Please email NCTA for pricing
  • Motor Carrier: $475 | $575 after February 27, 2026
  • Shipper & 3PLs: $475 | $575 after February 27, 2026
  • Allied Sponsor: $675 | $775 after February 27, 2026
  • Allied Non-Sponsor: $1175 | $1375 after February 27, 2026

Event Registration Ends: July 17, 2026


Conference Sponsorship Levels

Sponsoring NCTA events offers high-impact brand visibility and direct access to decision-makers in the trucking industry. Sponsors receive exclusive benefits and recognition before, during, and after the event.

A Base Sponsorship is required to access Add-on Branding and Exhibitor Booth opportunities.

 


NCTA Sponsorship Levels Chart

Add-on Branding Opportunities

Enhance your visibility with premium sponsorship upgrades. These high-visibility options are limited and fill quickly. Visit the registration page to view the full list of available add-ons.


Exhibitor Opportunities

Exhibit Booths are available exclusively to sponsoring members. Each booth includes one conference registration to operate the exhibit.

Exhibit Tables – $1,500


Questions? Contact Us

Laura Sherman
Email: lsherman@nctrucking.com
Phone: (859) 630-1457


Contact Information

North Carolina Trucking Association
Name: Laura Sherman
Phone: 859-630-1457
Email: lsherman@nctrucking.com
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