NCTA - Annual Management Conference
7.19-21.2026
2026 NCTA Annual Management Conference
2026 NCTA Annual Management Conference
July 19–21, 2026
Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
Hot Springs, VA
The 97th Annual Management Conference brings together leaders from the North Carolina Trucking Association to explore innovation, leadership, and industry transformation. Attendees will enjoy thought‑provoking sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and engaging activities designed to foster connection and collaboration.
Agenda
Sunday, July 19, 2026
- 2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Exhibitor Set‑Up
- 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Registration
- 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | New Member Orientation
- 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Bourbon Tasting ($) (Click here to register)
- 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Welcome Dinner & Entertainment
- 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Jr. Truckers Club
Monday, July 20, 2026
General Session
- 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Registration
- 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast Buffet & Exhibitor Networking
- 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | General Session
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. | Welcome Remarks
Steven Garrish, VP – Safety & Compliance, Old Dominion - 8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | National Regulatory Update
Dave Heller, Senior VP of Safety & Government Affairs, Truckload Carriers Association - 9:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | State Advocacy Updates
Hampton Billips, Partner & Government Relations Director, Checkmate Government Relations - 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Coffee Break & Exhibitor Networking
- 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. | Recognition of Annual, Elite & Diamond Sponsors
- 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | FMCSA Update
Chief Derek Barrs, Administrator, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | What Makes a Best Fleets to Drive For (Panel)
Additional Items:
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Jr. Truckers Club
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Spouse & Companion Brunch (Click here to register)
Afternoon Activities:
1:00 p.m. | Golf – Shotgun Start
1:00 p.m. | Pool Takeover at Allegheny Springs
Dinner on Your Own (Click here to register)
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
General Session
- 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Registration
- 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast Buffet & Topic Tables
- 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | General Session
- 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Inside the Defense Playbook
- 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Lawsuit Abuse & Predatory Towing Advocacy Update
- 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | KEYNOTE – Raymont Harris
- 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Impact in Action Community Service Project
Additional Items:
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Cornhole & Pickleball Tournaments (Click here to register)
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Dinner, Casino Night & Silent Auction
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Jr. Truckers Club
Hotel Information
Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
Group Rate: Starting at $349 per night
We have secured an exclusive room block with rates beginning at $349 per night plus applicable taxes. Hotel booking details will be provided once your conference registration has been processed.
Registration Rates
Motor Carrier (First‑Time): Please email NCTA for pricing
Motor Carrier: $475 | $575 after February 27, 2026
Shipper & 3PLs: $475 | $575 after February 27, 2026
Allied Sponsor: $675 | $775 after February 27, 2026
Allied Non‑Sponsor: $1,175 | $1,375 after February 27, 2026
Event Registration Ends: July 17, 2026
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