Keynote Speaker: Alison Fragale
Alison Fragale is an organizational psychologist, professor at the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School, and bestselling author of聽Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve. Her academic research on status, power, negotiation, and influence have been published in her field鈥檚 top academic journals as well as national media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. She is a sought-after keynote speaker who uses behavioral science to help individuals, especially women, excel. Prior to her academic career, Alison worked as a consultant for McKinsey and Company, Inc.
She holds a B.A. in Mathematics and Economics from Dartmouth College and a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Alison resides in Chicago with her husband and her three children, who are all named after professional athletes. She also loves, in no particular order: cheap coffee, not-so-cheap wine, fabulous shoes, sushi, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Peloton workouts, Hallmark movies, and聽The Golden Girls.
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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
We鈥檒l kick off the conference with registration, several sessions & time with exhibitors, and dinner.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Get ready for a full day of sessions, networking, and special events. Stay tuned for details. Dinner on your own tonight!
Thursday, February 5, 2026
We鈥檒l wrap up with our keynote speaker & closing remarks. Agenda updates will be shared soon.
Sessions to include:聽
- FMCSA & Regulatory Update with Dr. Georgia Steele
- State of the Industry Panel with Brenda Neville, Kendra Hems & Shannon Newton
- Insights Hour: ATRI's Big Reveal with Rebecca Brewster and panel
- ATA Regulatory Update with Brenna Lyles
- Financial Wellness for Women in Trucking with Hilary Kosloske
- TSA Active Shooter & First Observer Plus Training
- Panel Discussion: AI in Action with Brian Covington
- Shipper Perspectives: What Carriers Need to Know
- Women in Trucking: A Competitive Advantage through Grace, Leadership, and Multitasking with Nina Eiland
- Freight Fraud & Compliance: Protecting Your Business and Reputation
- Wellness Spotlight: Stronger Minds, Healthier Workplaces
- Legislative & Industry Advocacy: Your Voice in Washington and Raleigh with Kendall Conger
Welcome Dinner Sponsor
The Women in Trucking Council鈥檚 mission is to advocate, educate and empower women in the trucking industry by promoting a culture of professional growth, acknowledging accomplishments, minimizing obstacles and creating awareness of diverse opportunities.