QUALITY OF WERC CONFERENCE UNMATCHED

Attendee Comments About the WERC 2008 Conference

“As a first time attendee I was surprised at how many professionals and experts from the field of supply chain management, warehousing and distribution were assembled together in one location for one event. This in turn made it possible to be exposed to a wealth of information and knowledge that could have taken years in the field to be exposed to.”    Will Adams, Newell-Rubbermaid

“Extremely well organized and professionally run with current and practical topics geared to the warehouse industry.  As was the case in my last year's experience at the WERC conference the four days flew by filled with valuable information, interesting conversation, and a just plain relaxing good time.”    Peter Koleros, Imperial Distributing Corp.

“Great value for the learning experience and knowledge transfer.”    Jeff Bayer, Hub One Logistics

“I found the variety of perspectives from other participants to be informative. I especially found useful the round tables that stimulated such spirited discussion among real professionals with a lot to contribute.  I looking forward to next year's WERC conference!”   Joe Monaco, Monaco Group, Inc.

 “I was told by my colleagues that I couldn't miss the WERC conference, boy were they right.  I learned a lot and networked with great people.  I left the conference with a new found drive and outlook on my business.”    Kyle Musser, Meijer, Inc.

 “It was a valuable experience which taught me a lot about what is happening in the industry and how I can apply that knowledge to my workplace.”    Steve East, Lascelles Ltd.

“My first WERC conference was a great networking and research opportunity. I felt that I was able to help others with input as well as gather ideas for improvements for our business.”

Linda Paz, JCPenney Logistics

“Often it is difficult to assess one's own level of expertise without measuring against something.  Sitting in roundtables, listening to presentations and networking with industry professionals is the best way to determine areas that are strongest and weakest in one's own arsenal of developing knowledge.”

Thom Alcazar, Alcazar Ltd

“The conference opened my eyes to new ideas and also reinforced that our DC is on the right path. It was great to talk with other Operational Managers and get new ideas. My team was also able to help other companies with projects and issues within their supply chains. It was a nice mix of business and leadership through out the Supply Chain with many different strategies. The conference has sparked many new process improvements ideas and projects that I was able to take back to my company.”

Stephen Clay, McCormick & Company, INC.

“The conference was great to attend because being able to share ideals with different companies across the country was wonderful.  I found it to be a great an experience that all companies should send there managers to.  The reason why I got to go was I made Manager of the year and my company gave me this trip as a reward and it turned out to be a great reward.”

Melody Sampayo, Dealer  Tire

“The outstanding speakers and workshops combined with the many opportunities to meet with capable industry vendors and colleagues made this the best conference I have every attended.  WERC staff provided courteous and professional hospitality.”

Bob Bennett, Lean Consulting Associates, LLC

“The WERC conference is a venue that promotes sharing of ideas.  Each year I learn as much from my colleagues as I do from the presenters.  Every aspect of this conference delivers ROI.”    Arthur Barrett, Barrett Distribution Centers

“The WERC conference is the best thing the warehousing logistics industry has going on - PERIOD! A big Thank You to all the volunteers as well as the professional staff who made this another great success!”

Christoph Harlan, Anex Warehouse & Distribution

“This conference was packed with useful topic discussions from morning to night.”

Patrick Higgins, The Hershey Company

“This is my third WERC conference that I have attended and each time it gets better and more informational so I can do my job more efficiently and effectively.”

Jolynn Johnson, Salt Lake Distribution Center

“Unbelievable, great conference. I am already executing principles learned.”

Patrick Haughton, Real Time Distribution & Logistic ltd

“WERC is a fantastic opportunity to expand your network and gain exposure to new supply chain topics and ideas.”

Steve Simmerman, Next View Software

“WERC is a place where can walk in the door with a real day-to-day problem, and through open discussion and sharing, you can walk out the door with a real good solution.”

Blair Watts, TMSi Logistic

“While attending WIRE, I struck up a conversation with a current vendor about a small issue we were having back home.  I was able to communicate back home and within an hour we had that problem solved.    Through brain storming with friends I was able to come back to work with some fresh ideas that we could implement to gain productivity.”

Steve Hale, Awana Clubs International

LEARN - MEET - SUCCEED

“This is one of the few places you can go to meet people who have the same issues to solve as you do. You get to talk with them about how they are addressing them. You get some wonderful ideas. You come back from the conference re-energized.”
Daniel Craighead, Ghirardelli Chocolate Company

“The WERC Conference gives me the opportunity to maintain my network with 3PL providers and to meet and learn from my peers, other Supply Chain Managers.  I wish I started attending this conference a long time ago.”
Jim Carlin, Strong Man Building Products

“Excellent use of time spent gaining practical knowledge and networking with fellow distribution professionals.”
Steve Garvey, Garvey Associates

“An excellent blend of information, give and take discussion, and social gatherings to recharge the batteries of the warehousing professional.”
Peter Koleros, Imperial Distributors Inc.

“The WERC conference gives me a forum to learn of and examine the various strategies being employed by supply chain professionals from varied backgrounds and industries to attack similar challenges.  One cannot help but take away a few 'nuggets' that can be immediately applied to my company's situation.”
Morgan P. Yarbrough, Kaz, Inc.

“There's a unique collective attitude at WERC for acquiring knowledge and exchanging experiences both good and bad. There's no way anyone can attend WERC without taking potential solutions home and applying them for best practices, continuous improvement and cost reduction programs.”
Ron Yates, intelleFLEET, LLC

“Great conference for Logistics Professionals. A vast array of topics to gain knowledge and understanding with lots of smiles and fun events to lighten up the day.”
Chris Apple, Warehouse Services, Inc.

“The open honesty of other companies sharing practical experiences, particularly the down sides, is invaluable.”
Kevin Thompson, Kuehne+Nagel

“The conference is a great way to learn first hand experience from successful people in the industry.”
Arlene Jennings, Knouse Foods

“The conference continues to be a real learning experience, year after year. The true industry professional should not miss an opportunity to attend, share, and learn.”
Frederick Bogle, Real Time Distribution & Logistics

“An opportunity to sit and talk with peers regarding business issues as well as business successes.”
Karen Shaer, Procter & Gamble

“I've attended more WERC conferences than I care to mention, and as usual, this was another exceptional conference.  It is truly refreshing to participate in sessions where presenters are willing to share their experiences both good and bad, and also share their vision for the future of our industry.  This is what keeps me coming back.”
Paul Delp, Lansdale Warehouse Co

“The WERC conference successfully creates a comfortable atmosphere that promotes great interaction and networking with your warehousing peers.”
Jeff Gora, The Container Store

“As a first timer, the conference was very informative and it gave me a chance to speak with others that face similar problems on a day to day basis as I do.”
Robert Donaldson, Distribution Management

EVALUATION RESULTS: 30th Annual Conference, April 22 -25, 2007 – Nashville, TN