Education

Keynote Speakers

Monday, April 23, 8:26-10:15 a.m. | Tucson Salons A-E
Tuesday, April 24, 9:33-11:30 a.m. | Tucson Salons A-E
Wednesday, April 25, 10:02 am-Noon | Tucson Salons A-E
The 121st IARW-WFLO Convention & Expo has three general sessions, featuring three keynote speakers. Our keynote speakers will help attendees Energize Success, offering unique perspectives on leadership, strategic planning, and more. Learn more.

Focus Sessions

Monday, April 23, 11:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m. | San Xavier, San Ignacio, or San Pedro
Focus Sessions are concurrent, strategy sessions that provide the latest on the industry's most important trends and issues - all under 45-minutes. Learn more. 

Scientists Speak

Sunday, April 22, 1:30-5:25 p.m. | Salons H – J
The popular Scientists Speak program is back again with a host of presentations covering the latest in food science and safety. Held annually on Sunday at the IARW-WFLO Annual Convention & Expo, this afternoon program features leading food scientists and logistics experts from around the world presenting their latest research.

All presenters are members of the prestigious WFLO Scientific Advisory Council (SAC), which is dedicated to providing education and research to IARW-WFLO members year-round. SAC Chairman Dr. Daryl Lund (University of Wisconsin), SAC Members serve as professors and researchers at some of the world's leading academic institutions. From food process engineering to operations management, each SAC Member specializes in a critical food science and logistics area. Learn more.

Construction/Codes Committee Meeting

Monday, April 23, 3:15-4:15 p.m. | Tuscon Ballroom Salon F
Throughout the year, members the IACSC-IARW Construction/Codes Committee have been researching and analyzing critical issues in cold storage construction. Join the committee for this special meeting where committee members will be discussing construction considerations for automated facilities, modified atmosphere prevention systems, insulation requirements, the LEED green building certification system, and roof vapor barrier details.

International Roundtable

Tuesday, April 24, 1:00-2:30 p.m. | San Ignacio
International attendees and North American attendees are invited to attend our inaugural international roundtable where members from all around the world will discuss global cold chain industry trends and share regional market intelligence. For anyone interested in investing in new markets or just curious about industry in another part of the world, you will not want to miss this.

Latin American Committee Meeting

Tuesday, April 24, 3:00-5:00 p.m. | San Ignacio
All members from Latin America are invited to attend this committee meeting to discuss the Latin American cold chain market. GCCA Latin American Director Debbie Corado will lead an interactive discussion on market trends, pressing concerns, and new opportunities.