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Tennessee Trucking Association Fall Conference - November 5-6, 2026

2026 Fall Conference Theme: “One Unified Direction”
November 5–6, 2026 | The Park Vista, a DoubleTree by Hilton | Gatlinburg, TN

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Education and Connection for Tennessee Trucking

We are excited to invite you to the 2026 Fall Conference, happening November 5–6, 2026. This annual event brings together leaders, innovators and professionals from across the trucking industry.

Attendees will gain updates from state and federal leaders, explore safety, compliance, technology and workforce topics, and hear from voices helping shape trucking’s future.

  • Timely industry updates
  • Safety and compliance education
  • Peer and partner networking
  • Practical operational insight
Guests attending the TTA Fall Conference

Don’t Forget the Networking Event

Join us at Gatlin Fun Center for an evening of networking before the conference begins.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026   •   4:00–6:00 PM

2026 Fall Conference Schedule

Select a day to view its full schedule, including sessions, speakers and networking events.

Wednesday

November 4
Networking Event at Gatlin Fun Center

Thursday

November 5
Registration
Welcome & Self-Introductions
Opening Remarks
Keynote Speaker: The Mentalist MindsetJosh Fletcher
Break
The Driver Data DilemmaHayden Cardiff, Descartes
The Science of Fatigue Management and TechnologySusan Crampton, NETRADYNE & Rodolfo Giacoman, CVSA
Break
Cargo TheftCarrie McDougal, FBI
Networking Lunch
Table Sponsor Spotlight
Truck Parking Initiative/Choice LanesDan Palme, TDOT
Women in Trucking Presentations
Break
Data Preservation in CMV CrashesWill Partenheimer, Bloomberg Consulting
Nuclear VerdictsGary Stewart, Weber Gallagher
Officer ElectionsChris Woody
Closing Remarks
Exhibitor Happy Hour
Banquet Dinner & Entertainment: Mentalist Stage ShowJosh Fletcher

Friday

November 6
Welcome Back
Leading Edge Panel Presentations
Project 61Jeremy Reymer, Project 61
Break
Tennessee Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Plus – Inspections
New Emissions StandardsTroy Dickens, Rush Truck Center
Break
FMCSA UpdatesStephanie Mann, FMCSA Administrator
Closing & TV Drawing

Our Sponsors

Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor

Fall Conference exhibitor table

Become an Exhibitor

Meet attendees face-to-face and share your services with Tennessee trucking professionals.

Exhibitor Registration
Fall Conference sponsor display

Become a Sponsor

Showcase your brand and support valuable education for Tennessee’s trucking industry.

Sponsor Registration

Sponsorship Details

Compare the available sponsorship levels, pricing and included conference registrations.

SponsorshipPriceIncluded Registrations
Elite Sponsor$3,0002 free registrations
Premier Sponsor$2,5002 free registrations
Keynote Speaker Sponsor$2,5002 free registrations
Compliance Sponsor$2,5002 free registrations
Premier Banquet Sponsor$2,0002 free registrations
Networking Sponsor$2,0002 free registrations
Non Member Table Sponsor$2,0001 free registration
Entertainment Sponsor$1,0001 free registration
Table Sponsor$1,2001 free registration + Networking Event
Coffee Break Sponsor$500—
Banquet Sponsor$250—
The Park Vista, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Gatlinburg

Hotel Information

A conference room block is available at The Park Vista. Reserve your room using TTA’s booking link to receive the group rate.

Reserve Your Room

The Park Vista

A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
705 Cherokee Orchard Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
United States

Room Rate$149 per night
Parking$10 per night

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The Park Vista, a DoubleTree by Hilton

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