Understanding FOB
If you’re new to the shipping world, you’re likely to come across many terms and acronyms that are unfamiliar, like bill of lading (BOL), less than truckload (LTL), and FOB. FOB can mean either “free on board” or “freight on board.” Internationally, the first term is used, whereas in the U.S., either may be used. […]
Spotlight on Manufacturing Day
Since 2011, businesses across the country have celebrated Manufacturing Day on the first Friday of October. This year, it falls on October 4. Manufacturing Day is designed to give a voice to individual manufacturers and to the industry as a whole. It’s intended to help the next generation of workers learn more about career opportunities […]
Sonoran Dogs and Other Phoenix Food Truck Favorites
Friends and colleagues, maybe I am just a chubby kid at heart, but there is something special about simple and delicious food and Phoenix has that in abundance. After all the hustle and bustle of the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo, when you are relaxing with the family or running around town to soak […]
Historic Sites to See on Your Trip to Phoenix
Friends and colleagues, are you making the trip to Phoenix for the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo? In addition to the networking opportunities and educational events at the conference, you won’t want to miss the chance to explore Phoenix. The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, which I have written about previously, is the perfect home […]
Exciting Sights to See Throughout Arizona
The opening date for the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo in Phoenix is rapidly approaching! As a native Arizonian, I look forward to the opportunities our visitors will have to explore the many exciting attractions nearby. I use the term “native Arizonian” loosely, as most of us do in Arizona. The running joke is […]
Western History of Wyatt Earp
Friends and Colleagues, I hope you are enjoying my weekly emails to help you get prepared and excited for your trip this summer to Phoenix and the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo. This week I am writing about Wyatt Earp, who I consider the most famous Arizona gunslinger. When I grew up, many moons […]
Booking a Room for the CLDA Final Mile Forum
Friends and Colleagues, the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is filling up quickly, so if you have not booked your room for the CLDA Final Mile Forum and Expo on May 8th to May 10th, you need to book your room now. To help you out, you can book at a discounted rate by […]
Arizona History and Culture
Friends and Colleagues, it is that time of the week again. I hope you are all getting excited to visit us here in Arizona for the CLDA Final Mile Forum. Make sure you get your hotel booked soon at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, it does fill up fast and is a beautiful […]
CLDA Final Mile Forum Newsletter
Hello again friends and colleagues, today I wanted to give you some more information to keep you, your friends and family busy when you come to Phoenix in May to participate in the CLDA Final Mile Forum. As a CLDA member you should already have signed up for an amazing new member benefit that was […]
What to See in Arizona
There are plenty of reasons to visit Arizona! Beautiful scenery, lots of history, the CLDA Final Mile Forum in May, and amazing weather, to name a few. I thought I would highlight just a couple of the many amazing events to plan a future trip around and maybe a few ideas to squeeze in when […]
