Regional Roundtable
Thursday, November 5, 2026 | Atlanta, Georgia
Join us in Atlanta!
Breakthrough's Regional Roundtable in Atlanta, GA, brings transportation and supply chain leaders together to discuss the market conditions shaping freight and energy costs. Explore the supply, demand, and geopolitical factors driving volatility, gain insights into what's ahead, and learn practical strategies for strengthening transportation budgets, managing risk, and building resilience in an evolving market. Register to secure your spot.
Agenda
10:00 - 10:15 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Join us as we kick off a day of insightful discussions and meaningful connections.
Matt Coopman
10:15 - 11:30 AM
Breakthrough Market Update & Outlook
Gain a clear understanding of the key supply, demand, and geopolitical factors driving the market to equip you and your team with the insights needed to protect your margins, stay ahead of market dynamics, and make freight procurement decisions with confidence.
Marc Schaffer
11:30 - 11:45 AM
Break
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Fuel Hedging & Risk Mitigation: Building Cost Resilience in Volatile Markets
This discussion will help you understand what aspects of the market you can influence with fuel hedging and if this proactive approach to managing fuel price volatility belongs in your risk management strategy.
Nic Kumbalek
12:15 - 1:15 PM
Lunch
1:15 - 1:45 PM
Building Fuel Cost Resilience Across First- and Third-Party Fleets
More information to come
Nick Kornaus
1:45 - 2:00 PM
Break
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Top Shipper Questions on Energy Market Volatility: Strategies & Group Discussion
What’s changed? What should you be watching next? How can you protect your budget as energy market volatility continues? Through facilitated small-group conversation, participants will share challenges, compare approaches, and discuss practical tactics to strengthen cost control and network resilience.
Emma Van Rossum
3:00 - 3:15 PM
Closing Remarks
Matt Coopman
3:15 - 5:00 PM
Networking Reception
Connect with your peers and the Breakthrough team during our networking reception where hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be provided.
Roundtable Venue
We’re excited to host Breakthrough's Regional Roundtable at Loews Atlanta Hotel. Once registered, watch your inbox for more information about the 1-day event!
