Here at Waller Truck Co., Inc. we always look forward to outstanding trucking shows and 2018 is no different. With so much to learn about the industry and shows held throughout the country, try to make at least one of these trucking shows so you can make new connections and see old friends while enjoying a few days of learning and fun.

MATS (Mid America Trucking Show)

• Where: The Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky
• When: Thursday through Saturday March 22-24, 2018
• Website

Activities

PKY (Paul K. Young) Truck Beauty Championship

A beauty contest for trucks? You better believe it! This is a hugely popular event where truckers show off their elite, custom trucks. It’s also a celebration of the heavy-duty trucking industry. Don’t miss it!

Kellie Pickler Concert

This is a free concert on Friday, March 23rd. Get your tickets at the Mobil Delvac booth (booth #18160 in the North Hall) on Thursday and Friday during regular show hours.

MATS Beer Garden

Come to the Beer Garden and enjoy a cold one while you talk shop with other drivers:

• Thursday 10AM – 6PM
• Friday 10AM – 6PM
• Saturday 9AM – 4PM

Seminars

Get ready to learn. All seminars are free and do not require advanced registration. Following are just a few of the topics:

• Sharpen Your Negotiation Skills
• Electronic Logging Device (ELD)
• How to Survive the First Year
• Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspections

Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)

• Where: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida
• When: Sunday through Wednesday March 25-28, 2018
• Website

This year marks TCA’s 80th Annual Convention. In addition to meetings, exhibitions, and overall camaraderie, there will be General Sessions on topics such as:

• Safety as a Core Value
• Building Your Company for the Future: Are You the Right Size?
• Creating a Dedicated Skilled Workforce: The Driver Value Proposition
• The 9 Traits of High–Performing Trucking Companies

There are also Trucking in the Round discussions:

• It’s Not Just You: Recruiting and Retention Trends
• Are You Ready? Cybersecurity and the Trucking Industry
• And More

Enjoy all this and more at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, a Marriott 4-star hotel with spa, fitness center, pool, nine restaurants, and meeting space.

Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) – Spring Conference

• Where: Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa in Clearwater, Florida
• When: Wednesday through Friday, May 2-4, 2018
• Website: https://cvta.org/2018-spring-conf.html

Enjoy the beauty and excellent weather of Clearwater, FL as you soak up the sun and information during this 3-day event featuring talks on topics including:

• When Is a School Considered a Carrier?
• FMCSA: Priorities Moving Forward
• Getting to 18-Year Old Drivers
• Cybersecurity Threats to Your Business

There is plenty to do at the resort as well:

• The new Clearwater Beach Walk
• Chute ‘Em Up Parasail
• Clearwater Jet Skis
• Clearwater Shark Boat
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium
• Double Eagle Deep Sea Fishing
• Funride Rentals: Rent a Scoot Coupe

The Great American Trucking Show (GATS)

• Where: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas
• When: Thursday through Saturday, August 23-25, 2018
• Website

Pride and Polish

Stand in awe of some of the best show trucks in the world! The Pride & Polish event is the ultimate custom truck show. You can even register your truck for competition. Sign up on their website.

Partners in business

Enjoy seminars that will help make your business better and smarter. Seminar attendees get a free Partners in Business manual, a $20 value so you can reference financial tips, business taxes, equipment management, and more.

Trucker talent search

Truckers have talent! Sign up to show off yours.

Progressive commercial roadhouse run

Start running now so you’ll be ready for this fun 5K run/walk

TA | Petro Truck Parking Community

Free truck, car and RV parking (no hook-ups). Take shuttles to and from the food vendors, convention center, showers, and portable restrooms.

Red Eye Radio Rendezvous

Red Eye Radio will feature appearances and musical performances from country artists: Tyler Farr, Tony Justice, Jayne Denham, Jerrod Niemann, Janie Fricke, and Bill Weaver. Don’t miss it!

Women in Trucking Accelerate Conference

• Where: Embassy Suites Hilton Dallas Frisco Hotel Convention Center in Frisco, Texas
• When: Monday through Wednesday, November 12 – 14
• Website

30 Educational Sessions on critical transportation issues and trends, along with perspectives of the positive impact women can have on the industry. Waller Truck Co., Inc. is a proud Corporate Member of Women In Trucking.

Networking Opportunities with other women employed by the trucking industry. Women of all roles (Professional drivers, load planners, marketing directors) in transportation come together to network and learn from each other.

Contact us today or call toll free 1-800-821-2196 for more information about any of these events.