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Annual Conference

Thank You for Attending the 2026 OTA Annual Conference

The 2026 Ohio Trucking Association Annual Conference, presented by Pilot Company, brought trucking professionals and industry partners from across Ohio and beyond together to tackle the issues shaping our industry, exchange ideas, and look ahead at what’s next for trucking. From making sense of the freight market and navigating legal and regulatory challenges to candid conversations about adapting, growing and building stronger operations, this year’s agenda didn’t shy away from the realities facing trucking today. Breakout sessions gave attendees the chance to dig deeper into key topics, ask questions and take home practical insight, while the exhibit hall and networking breaks kept conversations going throughout the conference.

There was plenty happening outside the sessions, too. Women in Motion – Ohio brought women from across the industry together for a meetup focused on making connections and continuing the momentum of the newly launched Ohio chapter. Monday evening, attendees headed to Three Creeks Kitchen + Cocktails for the Conference PAC Dinner, bringing together industry supporters for an evening of great food and conversation.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, joined the conversations and brought their energy and expertise to this year’s conference. And a special thank you to our speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors for helping make it all possible!

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Thank You to our Conference Speakers

Annual Conference Programming

Thank You to our Conference Exhibitors

  • Alloy Employer Services
  • Alternative Comp Solutions
  • Alvys
  • Associated Graphics (AGI)
  • Comdata
  • Contract Leasing Corporation
  • Dashdoc
  • Doran Manufacturing
  • Geotab
  • GMS Inc
  • ISAAC Instruments LLC
  • Lytle Testing Services, Inc.
  • National Interstate Insurance Company
  • Ohio Peterbilt
  • Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission
  • Pedigree Technologies
  • Perfect Power Wash
  • PrePass
  • Randall Reilly
  • Rimkus
  • Rush Truck Centers
  • Sedgwick
  • T-Mobile for Business
  • Toro TMS
  • Transport Enterprise Leasing (TEL)
  • Trimble Transportation
  • TwoSommers
  • US Cargo Control
  • USI Insurance Services

Congratulations to the Fleet Safety Award Winners & the Safety Professional of the Year

Congratulations to the 2025 Fleet Safety Award winners:

  • Less than 1 Million Miles: Refiners Transport
  • 1–3 Million Miles: COMTEX – Central Ohio Medical Textiles
  • 3–5 Million Miles: Nagle Toledo
  • 5–10 Million Miles: Ward Transport & Logistics
  • 10–20 Million Miles: ABF Freight
  • Over 20 Million Miles: Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.

Special congratulations go to Jeff Grote of Clopay Transportation Company on being named the Safety Professional of the Year! This award recognizes industry experts who demonstrate excellence and passion in the field of safety. Judging criteria include professional contributions, safety leadership, and industry involvement.

Conference Location

The Renaissance Columbus Westerville - Polaris Hotel will serve as the host hotel. The event will take place inside the Admiral Ballroom.

Renaissance Columbus Westerville - Polaris Hotel
409 Altair Parkway
Westerville, OH 43082

Thank You to Our 2026 Conference Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Conference PAC Dinner Presenting Sponsor

2026 Annual Conference Photos:

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