Convergence 2023
Come learn from experts about emerging trends in trade, transportation and technology impacting the supply chain – globally and right here in our own backyard.
From blockchain and sensor-driven supply chain visibility to digital agriculture, technology is transforming the way we navigate the supply chain and do business around the world.
Our Agenda
08:30-09:00 – Registration: Outside of the Lee Theater; Coffee and Muffins and Vendor Expo
09:00-10:00 - Panel Discussion: New Technologies in Ag and Food Supply Chains
Haitao Li, UMSL
Jejung Lee, UMKC
Thad Simmons, Yield Lab
Chris Hozer, Bayer
10:00-10:30 - Coffee Break/Vendor Expo
10:30-11:30 - Keynote 1: Tamara Keefe/Clementine’s (fireside chat w/ Cindy Mebruer)
11:30-12:45 - Lunch
12:45-01:30 - State of the Region: Mary Lamie & Tom Blair
01:30-02:00 - Coffee Break/Vendor Expo
02:00-03:00 - Keynote 2: Sam Johnson/AB-InBev (fireside chat w/ Jill Bernard-Bracy)
03:00-05:00 - Happy Hour!
Convergence 2023 will be held in the Touhill Lee Theater of the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on UMSL’s North Campus. Please park in Parking Lot K. An interactive map with directions can be found here.
Interested in sponsoring?
Sponsors will also receive 2 admissions to a tour and happy hour of The Schlafly Tap Room on Monday, May 1 at 4 pm.
Register as a sponsor here.
Thank you so much to our conference sponsors!
