Presented by the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA), the 2014 Distribution Solutions Conference (DSC) is underway October 21–23 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis IN.
Oct. 21, 2014
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Presented by the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA), the 2014 Distribution Solutions Conference (DSC) is underway October 21–23 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis IN.
This conference provides insights and resources that can strengthen warehouse and transportation operations, address key human resource concerns, and provide vision on strategic issues for company leadership.
Alison Levine will open the conference with a discussion on leadership. She was captain of the First American Women’s Everest Expedition, is an adjunct West Point instructor on leadership, and is author of On the Edge: The Art of High-Impact Leadership.
On DSC’s day two, National Football League Hall of Famer, coach, player, and commentator Mike Ditka will share lessons he has learned through a life of commitment and attention to the fundamentals.
Opening-day Super Session topics include:
•Amazon.com: The Potential Impact on Foodservice Distribution
•Leadership Development That Works
•Back to the Future II: A Look at the US Economy
At the All Things Energy—Post Conference Fuel & Energy Summit, attendees will gain an understanding of energy technology, costs, choices, and policies. A separate fee is required to attend.
Other DSC events include:
•Workshops on warehouse, transportation, technology, human resources, and executive topics
•Exposition with the latest equipment and technology, plus top service providers
•Roundtable intensives on Employee Recruitment & Retention and Safety & Risk Management
•Networking with peers from across the industry
•Pre-Conference Golf Tournament at Brickyard Crossing
•Opening members-only receptions
Access www.ifdaonline.org/ for more information.
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