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1 2019 NCTA Annual Management Conference The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa Savannah, GA July 28-31, 2019

2 WHY ATTEND THE NCTA CONFERENCE? NCTA Conference Attendee, The 90th NCTA Annual Management Conference brings together leaders in the North Carolina trucking industry including motor carrier decision-makers, shippers and industry vendor partners as conference attendance continues to increase year-over-year. There is nothing like being in a room of like-minded people! The NCTA Annual Management Conference Committee s strategic plan and mission is to promote, develop and facilitate educational thought provoking topics and inspiring keynote speakers. Besides gaining knowledge about the latest developments in the industry, you might find the solution to a problem or inspiration. Who said a conference can t be informative and enjoyable? The conference afternoon schedules of tours and tournaments offers opportunities to meet new and old friends, catch up with old acquaintances. Show engagement by being present - it s not just about you engaging with the right people, it s also about the right people engaging with you! We hope you will attend to experience new surroundings, cultures and inspiring people to sharpen the saw while having fun getting those creative juices flowing again! Sincerely, Ryan K. Chambers Chambers Transportation, Inc. Chairman of 2019 NCTA Annual Management Conference Committee

An investigation revealed that Rose had bet on games while serving as a manager, earning him a permanent suspension from the sport.

3 CONFERENCE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS PETE ROSE Retired Professional Baseball Player Pete Rose was born on April 14, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Known as "Charlie Hustle" for his hard-charging style, he became one of the greatest players in the history of professional baseball and retired as the all-time leader in hits, games and at-bats. An investigation revealed that Rose had bet on games while serving as a manager, earning him a permanent suspension from the sport. JIM OLSON Retired CIA Chief of Counterintelligence Professor Olson received his law degree from the University of Iowa. He is a professor of the practice at the Bush School, where he teaches courses on on intelligence, counterintelligence, and international crisis management. He served for over thirty years in the Directorate of Operations of the Central Intelligence Agency, mostly overseas in clandestine operations. In addition to several foreign assignments, he was chief of counterintelligence at CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia. Professor Olson has been awarded the Intelligence Medal of Merit, the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, the Donovan Award, and several Distinguished Service Citations. He is the recipient of awards from the Bush School and the Association of Former Students for excellence in teaching.

4 CONFERENCE OVERVIEW Guest Speakers Conference Events Autonomous Vehicles - The Vision Susan Alt Senior Vice President, Public Affairs Volvo Group North America Welcome Dinner Entertainment CSA scorecard - Item Response Theory Steven Bryan Executive Vice President & General Manager, Transportation SambaSafety Transportation NCTA Exclusive Guided Tours Impact of Technology on Litigation - Incorporate Technology Sooner Than Later Rob Moseley Transportation Attorney Fox Rothschild Impact of Technology on Litigation - Incorporate Technology Sooner Than Later Andy Sharpe Regional Transportation Leader TranSure Services A Relation Co. NCTA Immediate Past Chairman Event Casino, Auction, Fireworks

5 CONFERENCE AGENDA AT GLANCE Sunday, July 28, 2019 Monday, July 29, 2019 Afternoon Tours & Tournament: Welcome Dinner Entertainment - Band of Oz Sponsored by Triad /Carolina Freightliner Group General Session Keynote Speaker: Jim Olson, Retired CIA Agent and Author Autonomous Vehicles - The Vision CSA Scorecard to Address the Item Response Theory NCTA Foundation Golf Tournament West Savannah Harbor Golf and Spa Resorts The Historic Savannah Experience with stop at Bonaventure Cemetery Salt Marsh Kayak Experience Dolphin Cruise Free Evening to Enjoy Savannah with Family and Friends Tuesday, July 30, 2019 General Session Keynote Speaker: Pete Rose, American Former Professional Baseball Player NCTA Board of Directors Meeting Director and Officers Installation The Impact of Technology on Litigation Afternoon Tours & Tournament: Sporting Clay Tournament The Historic Savannah Experience NCTA Immediate Past Chairman s Dinner Casino Night Live and Silent Auction Desserts on the Lawn Fireworks

2019 TOURS AND TOURNAMENT Afternoon tours and tournaments will be offered through DMC with the exception of the golf tournament, after completing your conference registration, you will receive an

NCTA Foundation Golf Tournament Monday, July 29, 2019 1:00 PM 5:00 PM The Club at Savannah Harbor - 18-hole PGA Championship Golf Course Tucked between the banks of the Savannah and Back Rivers in

00 per person Dolphin Tour Monday, July 29, 2019 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Guest are picked up at the Westin dock boarding a 40-passenger boat equipped with comfortable seating and a restroom.

6 2019 TOURS AND TOURNAMENT Afternoon tours and tournaments will be offered through DMC with the exception of the golf tournament, after completing your conference registration, you will receive an with a link to register for a tour(s) or tournament. Registration deadline, June 28, NCTA Foundation Golf Tournament Monday, July 29, :00 PM 5:00 PM The Club at Savannah Harbor - 18-hole PGA Championship Golf Course Tucked between the banks of the Savannah and Back Rivers in the picturesque Georgia Lowcountry, The Club at Savannah Harbor features an 18-hole, award-winning course, suitable for golfers of all skill and experience levels. $ per person Dolphin Tour Monday, July 29, :00 PM 3:00 PM Guest are picked up at the Westin dock boarding a 40-passenger boat equipped with comfortable seating and a restroom. As the group heads through the rivers this narrated cruise will take the group through the salt marshes where attendees will learn about marshland and tidal river ecology and look for dolphins along the way. 0 $75.00* inclusive of exclusive use of the Dolphin boat, narrated tour, DMC services, tax and gratuity. Per Person price based on a minimum of 20 and maximum of 40. Salt Marsh Kayak Experience Monday, July 29, :00 PM 5:00 PM Accompanied by seasoned guides and naturalists, this 3-hour tour gives you a satisfying taste of Georgia's coastal wilderness, meandering through the tidal marshes and exploring beaches accessible only by kayak. Our primary paddling location, Little Tybee Island, is an undeveloped State Heritage Site. $165.00* inclusive of round transportation to Tybee Island, rental of sea kayak, paddle, spray skirt, guide, DMC services, tax and gratuity. Per person price based on a minimum of 10 and maximum of 30.

The Historic Savannah Experience with stop at Bonaventure Cemetery Monday, July 29, 2019 1:00 PM 5:00 PM, Tuesday, July 30, 2019 1:00 PM 3:00 PM Founded in 1733, Savannah s rich history, unique

7 2019 TOURS AND TOURNAMENT Afternoon tours and tournaments will be offered through DMC with the exception of the golf tournament, after completing your conference registration, you will receive an with a link to register for a tour(s) or tournament. Registration deadline, June 28, The Historic Savannah Experience with stop at Bonaventure Cemetery Monday, July 29, :00 PM 5:00 PM, Tuesday, July 30, :00 PM 3:00 PM Founded in 1733, Savannah s rich history, unique charm, and stunning beauty continually delight visitors. The experience begins with a trolley ride through historic Savannah, home to stately Southern architecture and distinctive park-like squares. Our experience continues to beautiful Bonaventure Cemetery a former 600 acre rural estate which sits on the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway. Monday - $70.00* inclusive of tour guide, entrance into Bonaventure Cemetery, DMC services, driver gratuity and the City of Savannah Preservation Fee. *Per Person price based on a minimum of 20 and maximum of 30. Tuesday - $39.00* inclusive of tour guide excluding the Bonaventure Cemetery tour, DMC services, driver gratuity and the City of Savannah Preservation Fee. *Per Person price based on a minimum of 20 and maximum of 30. Sporting Clay Tournament Tuesday, July 30, :00 PM 5:00 PM Forest City Gun Club is the oldest skeet, trap and sporting clays club in America. Established in 1883 and then chartered as a private club in 1901Forest City Gun Club has developed rich historic traditions in shooting sports. Maintaining the highest standards and a world-class facility, the club remains one of the premier venues for championship skeet, trap and sporting clays competition. $145.00* inclusive of roundtrip transportation, use of the Forest City Gun Club, Gun Rental, Eye and Ear Protection, Ammo, Targets, (1) Trapper per group, Onsite Activity Coordination, DMC Staff Services, tax, and gratuity. *Per Person price based on a minimum of 20 and maximum of 30.

8 2019 REGISTRATION & HOTEL REGISTRATION Easiest and fastest way to register is online. EARLY BIRD (Before April 26, 2019) Motor Carrier First-Time $ Motor Carrier $ Allied Sponsor $ Allied Non-Sponsor $ STANDARD (After April 26, 2019) Motor Carrier First-Time $ Motor Carrier $ Allied Sponsor $ Allied Non-Sponsor $1, SPOUSE/COMPANION/CHILDREN The conference registration fee includes the member s spouse/companion. The spouse/ companion are invited to attend the Welcome Dinner, General Sessions Keynote Speakers, Breakfast, Casino Night, Dessert on the Riverside Lawn and Fireworks Finale. Parent s Night Out will be offered on Sunday and Tuesday evenings at the hotel during the management conference! The minimum age requirement would be 5 years old and the maximum age of 12. Children s registration fee is $95.00 per child. CANCELLATION POLICY If you need to cancel your conference registration, please send written notification of cancellation to be received on of before June 28, 2019 to receive a refund less $100 per registration administrative fee. THE WESTIN SAVANNAH HARBOR GOLF RESORT & SPA The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa invites its visitors to create memories that last a lifetime. Distinctive characteristics like the PGA Championship golf course. The convenient location allows guests, visitors and locals to enjoy our excursions to secluded Daufuskie Island, award winning Heavenly Spa, the finest culinary, spa and luxury amenities while providing easy access to downtown historic sites, shopping and nightlife. HOTEL RESERVATION The NCTA group room rate is $ plus tax for single/double occupancy, plus $20.00 resort fee plus tax per night. The resort fee includes self parking, in room internet, free local calls, on property shuttle, access to the Westin Workout including steam, sauna and locker room. Reservations must be made by June 27, HOTEL ADDRESS The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa 1 Resort Drive Savannah, GA ATTIRE and WEATHER Resort casual attire is recommended for the entire conference. Temperatures in Savannah typically range from 75F to 91F.

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