September 29-October 2, 2026 | Long Beach, CA
2026 Schedule
* Times subject to change without notice
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
4:00-7:00 pm PT
Registration and Information
Collect your badge from the registration table located at Farell's Foyer.
4:00-7:00 pm PT
Long Beach Port Tour
You are invited to join us for a 90-minute narrated boat tour of the Port of Long Beach, where attendees will experience the scale and complexity of one of the nation’s busiest green ports. Participants will see container ships, cargo cranes, and port operations up close while learning about the logistics, infrastructure, and innovative sustainability programs that keep global trade moving efficiently.
6:00-7:30 pm PT
Welcome Reception
Kick off your stay in Long Beach with an evening of refreshments, networking, and lively conversations.
Hosted by NMFTA
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
8:00-9:00 am PT
Breakfast
9:00-9:05 am PT
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Joe Ohr
Chief Operations and Technical Officer, NMFTA
9:05-9:30 am PT
Opening Keynote
Kick off the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference with an opening keynote exploring today’s evolving threat landscape, the critical role of industry collaboration, and the strategies transportation leaders need to strengthen resilience across the supply chain.
9:30-10:15 am PT
State of the Industry
Join industry leaders for a panel discussion examining the current state of cybersecurity in trucking and transportation. From emerging threats and evolving regulations to operational resilience and industry collaboration, this session will explore the challenges, priorities, and opportunities shaping the future of transportation cybersecurity.
10:15-10:45 am PT
Break
10:45-11:15 am PT
State of NMFTA
Join us for an in-depth analysis of the current state of the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.® (NMFTA)®, focusing on its initiatives, challenges, and future directions. We will explore NMFTA's efforts in enhancing freight classification, promoting cybersecurity within the transportation sector, and fostering collaboration among industry stakeholders. Learn more >
Ben Wilkens
Director of Cybersecurity, NMFTA
Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
Anne Zachos
Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
Joe Ohr
Chief Operations and Technical Officer, NMFTA (Moderator)
11:15-12:00 pm PT
Cyber Enabled Cargo Thefts in Canada: Overview, Trends, and Mitigation Strategies
Explore the growing threat of cyber-enabled cargo theft across North America as this session examines emerging trends, vulnerabilities in freight operations and load broker platforms, evolving risks tied to connected technologies, and practical strategies carriers, brokers, and logistics providers can implement to strengthen cybersecurity resilience. Learn more >
Jamal Rehman
Associate, Gardiner Roberts LLP
12:00-1:00 pm PT
Lunch
1:00-2:00 pm PT
Brake Check: The AI-Powered Threats Your Supply Chain Didn't See Coming
Discover how cybercriminals are using AI-generated deepfakes, social engineering, and emerging technologies to target the supply chain—and learn practical strategies to defend your operations against the next generation of cargo theft attacks. Learn more >
James McQuiggan
Advisory CISO, Apparent Security
2:00-2:45 pm PT
Social Engineering
Explore how AI-powered deepfakes, voice cloning, and advanced social engineering attacks are targeting carriers and brokers—and learn the practical verification and training strategies needed to defend against them.
Ben Wilkens
Director of Cybersecurity, NMFTA (Moderator)
Panelists to be announced.
2:45-3:00 pm PT
Break
3:00-3:45 pm PT
Securing the Load: Cybersecurity’s Role in Preventing Cargo Theft
Learn how cybercriminals are exploiting load boards, identity systems, and transportation data networks to fuel modern cargo theft, and what carriers and brokers can do now to reduce risk and strengthen defenses.
More panelists to be announced.
Danielle Spinelli
Director of Partnerships, GenLogs
Jordan Strawn
Senior Vice President of Logistics, Werner
3:45-4:30 pm PT
Proof to Profit: How Trucking Leaders Protect Revenue in the Age of Ransomware and AI
Discover how trucking leaders can move beyond assumption-based cybersecurity by validating their defenses, strengthening incident response readiness, and building operational resilience against today’s ransomware and cyber threats. Learn more >
Melanie Padron
Vice President of Strategic Growth, IT Architeks
6:00-8:00 pm PT
Open Evening
Enjoy an open evening to explore everything Long Beach has to offer, connect with fellow attendees, or meet up with sponsors and peers over dinner and drinks. Whether you’re looking to unwind by the waterfront, continue cybersecurity conversations, or discover the local food scene, the night is yours to make the most of.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
8:00-9:00 am PT
Breakfast
9:00-9:30 am PT
Opening Keynote Day 2
This session will recap key insights from Day 1 and set the tone for the day ahead. It will connect previous discussions to upcoming topics, with a focus on how current trends and challenges are shaping the future of the industry.
Joe Ohr
Chief Operations and Technical Officer, NMFTA
9:30-10:15 am PT
Project Update: EC80 (Technical Track)
This session explores the impacts of the Bendix EC80 recall, focusing on how electrical noise on the J2497 powerline (PLC) can trigger memory corruption and cause the ECU to go offline. Having completed a deep dive into this recall, NMFTA researchers will present their findings on how these issues connect to underlying PLC vulnerabilities and the broader safety and security implications for the industry. Learn more >
Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
9:30-10:15 am PT
From Intelligence to Operations
Learn how trucking-specific cyber threat intelligence can move beyond inbox reports and into real operational action, with practical insights on intelligence sharing, breaking down gaps between analysts and operations teams, and building a threat-informed defense strategy for fleets of any size.
Ben Wilkens
Director of Cybersecurity, NMFTA (Moderator)
10:15-10:30 am PT
Break
10:30-12:00 pm PT
TCAT Training (Technical Track)
More information to come.
Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
Anne Zachos
Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
10:30-12:00 pm PT
Tabletop Session
More information to come.
Ben Wilkens
Director of Cybersecurity, NMFTA (Moderator)
Speakers to be announced.
12:00-1:00 pm PT
Lunch
1:00-1:45 pm PT
Conversational Analytics for Cyber Physical Systems: AI Framework for Mixed Protocol Log Intelligence (Technical Track)
Explore how AI-powered conversational analytics can unify vehicle, telematics, and IT security data into a single investigative environment, enabling scalable cross-protocol threat analysis and practical integration of LLM-driven insights into fleet cybersecurity operations.
Ivan Granero
Senior Security Engineer, Bosche
1:00-1:45 pm PT
Incident Response: Anatomy of a Crisis
Walk through the full lifecycle of a ransomware attack, from initial compromise to containment and recovery, with practical guidance on incident investigation, cross-functional response coordination, and building an effective incident response playbook.
Ahmed Shah
Senior Security Analyst, Malleum
1:45-2:45 pm PT
Inside the Telematics Attack Surface: Offensive Security Lessons for Preventing Fleet Disruption and Cargo Theft (Technical Track)
More information to come.
Sean Herron
Chief Information Security Officer, Samsara
1:45-2:45 pm PT
Learn how offensive security teams uncover vulnerabilities across the telematics stack—from IoT devices and firmware to cloud APIs and user access—and gain practical frameworks for reducing cyber risk, preventing fleet disruption, and defending against cargo theft. Learn more >
Ole Villadsen
Staff Threat Researcher, Proofpoint
2:45-3:15 pm PT
The NMFTA invites industry professionals, cybersecurity experts, and stakeholders to join a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing cybersecurity within the transportation sector. This session will also focus on NMFTA's initiatives, and joint efforts undertaken with external organizations and companies, such as Samsara, to address the growing cyber threats targeting freight and logistics operations. Learn more >
Ben Wilkens
Director of Cybersecurity, NMFTA
Ben Gardiner
Senior Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
Anne Zachos
Cybersecurity Research Engineer, NMFTA
3:15-3:45 pm PT
Closing Keynote
Speaker to be announced.
3:45-4:00 pm PT
Closing Remarks
Joe Ohr
Chief Operations and Technical Officer, NMFTA
6:00-8:00 pm PT
Dinner
Join us at the Long Beach Beer Lab for an evening of networking, great food, and local craft beer in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Alongside conversations about the latest in cybersecurity and freight technology, attendees can enjoy a little friendly competition on the venue’s pinball machines, creating the perfect mix of connection, collaboration, and fun after a full day of conference sessions. Whether you’re comparing high scores or exchanging ideas with peers, the evening offers a memorable way to unwind and build new relationships within the industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? We're here to help you get ready for NMFTACyber.
Where do I go to pick up my badge for the conference?
Registration will be in Farell's Foyer. Please pick up your badge between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm PT on Tuesday, September 29, or 7:30 am and 9:00 am PT on Wednesday, September 30.
Is there a dress code for the event?
Attire for this conference is business casual.
How do I download the event app?
Search your phones app store for the Engagefully app. Once downloaded, search for NMFTA. Choose your icon (either the standard Engagefully icon or NMFTA icon). Select this event and enter the email address you used to register. Assistance with the app will be available at the registration desk during listed hours.
I have special accessibility needs/ dietary requirements; can you accommodate me?
Absolutely! We strive to be as inclusive and accommodating as possible.
To best assist you with your specific accessibility needs or dietary requirements, please let us know in advance by contacting meetings@nmfta.org.
Upon registering, there is also a form field where you can complete your accessibility/dietary requirements.
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