DMC Insurance is hosting an exclusive safety forum to give our partners the opportunity to meet with their peers, exchange ideas and learn from each other. The forum will consist of industry-leading speakers, panel discussions on current topics impacting trucking operations, and interactive roundtables designed so attendees can connect and share best practices.
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WHEN: November 15th and 16th, with an optional November 14th event featuring a Colts game and luxury tailgating experience.
WHERE: DMC will host guests at Hotel Carmichael, a luxury boutique hotel located just outside of Indianapolis in Carmel, IN.
WHO: Safety and executive leadership from DMC’s insured partners, representing the best trucking operations in the nation. Industry-leading speakers and panelists will also be in attendance.
High-level Agenda
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14
- Departure: A shuttle will take guests from Hotel Carmichael to Lucas Oil Stadium for a luxury tailgating pre-game experience.*
- Colts vs. Jaguars Game: Guests will have 100-level group seating and all-inclusive food and beverage for the Indianapolis Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars NFL game at 1:00 PM.
- Dinner: DMC will host a dinner crafted by resident chef, Chef Joseph Hsu, back at Hotel Carmichael for all Sunday attendees and for any guests arriving Sunday evening.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15
- Day 1: Programming will include speaker presentation(s), panel discussions, and roundtable conversations.**
- Breakfast and Lunch: To be hosted at Hotel Carmichael.
- Dinner: DMC will host an upscale dinner for all attendees.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16
- Day 2: Programming will include a speaker presentation, panel discussion, roundtable, and an event wrap-up.**
- Breakfast and Lunch: To be hosted at Hotel Carmichael.
- Departure: The forum will conclude at 1:00 PM.
*Guests are encouraged to arrive Saturday evening if attending the Colts’ gameday experience. The shuttle to the pre-game tailgate will be leaving Hotel Carmichael in the morning.
**Planned breaks will be incorporated into the programming agenda to ensure attendees can respond to emails or hold calls as needed. A detailed agenda will be released closer to the event.
Featured Industry Speakers
Michael Langford
Mediator and Arbitrator at The Mediation Group, LLC
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Dan Horvath
Vice President of Safety Policy at the American Trucking Association (ATA)
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Andrew Stephenson
Principal, Civil Litigator at Franklin & Prokopik, PC
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Michael Langford
Mediator and Arbitrator at The Mediation Group, LLC
Michael is a civil mediator and arbitrator with The Mediation Group that has spent over 25 years litigating high-stakes civility lawsuits, primarily in the transportation industry. Before joining The Mediation Group, Michael was a partner with Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, one of the largest transportation-dedicated law firms in the country.
In recognition of his achievements, Michael was inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers in 2021. Previously, he served as Chairman of the American College of Transportation Attorneys, which consists of the country’s 30 most preeminent transportation litigators. Currently, Michael is a frequent speaker at national conferences, commentator on national radio shows, and author of dozens of published articles on litigation.
Dan Horvath
Vice President of Safety Policy at the American Trucking Association (ATA)
Dan Horvath is the Vice President of Safety Policy at the American Trucking Association. Dan joined ATA in March of 2018 after more than five years as Director of Compliance and Safety at TransForce Inc. Prior to that role, Dan was an FMCSA auditor, examining new commercial carriers for regulatory compliance.
In Dan’s role with the ATA, he represents the ATA and its safety agenda before federal and state government regulators and various non-governmental organizations. Dan, a proud CDL holder, is a 2017 graduate of the LEAD ATA program, a long-time volunteer at the National Truck Driving Championships, and serves on multiple committees with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
Andrew Stephenson
Principal, Civil Litigator at Franklin & Prokopik, PC
Andrew is a senior principal at Franklin & Prokopik and has an impressive record of favorable outcomes in his practice areas including commercial transportation. Andrew serves as General Counsel to the Maryland Motor Truck Association, MD Movers’ Council, and the MD Motor Coach Association. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of Baltimore Law School.
Andrew is highly involved in the trucking industry, serving as Vice President of the Trucking Industry Defense Association (TIDA), former Chair of the American Bar Association’s Commercial Transportation Litigation Committee, and frequent featured speaker at the Arkansas Trucking Seminar and Defense Research Institute.
Event Details
Additional forum details will be added as they are confirmed. Please check back frequently for updates, and reach out to Lisa Ukleja at lukleja@dmcinsurance.com with any questions.
Hotel Carmichael
Hosted accommodations will be provided by DMC at the luxurious Hotel Carmichael, and all forum programming will be held within the venue’s lavishly designed meeting spaces. Located in downtown Carmel, just north of Indianapolis, and part of the Marriot Autograph Collection, Hotel Carmichael is an architectural masterpiece that inspires a journey through history with all the modern-day amenities you desire. Acclaimed dining, refined gathering spaces, and daily live music define your stay at this boutique hotel. Learn More.
Colts vs. Jaguars Game
Starting with an all-inclusive, VIP pre-game tailgate and leading to 100-level group seating at one of the highest-rated NFL stadiums in the nation, this will be an unrivaled gameday experience. The Colts take on the Jaguars in Week 10 for their first of two meetings this season. The Jaguars hired former Florida and Ohio State title-winning coach Urban Meyer to pair with No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence. Colts picked up quarterback Carson Wentz in the off-season, and there is a great deal of anticipation to see him back with his former offensive coordinator, Frank Reich. Coming off a split season in 2020, this should be a great match-up!
Forum Agenda
Programming for the forum will be split between Monday, November 15th and Tuesday, November 16th. The event will conclude at 1:00 PM on Tuesday. To accommodate and respect the time of our attendees, we will be incorporating breaks throughout the daily programming to allow for business needs to be met.
The forum agenda will consist of topics that will help our partners tackle challenges in their operations and identify meaningful insights. Details on the format and agenda for the event will be added to this page closer to the event.
DMC Insurance plans to adhere to all CDC and local health department recommendations regarding COVID-19. Plans for the Safety Forum are subject to change in the event of new guidelines and restrictions. Please contact us directly if you have specific questions or concerns on this matter.
Event Registration
Please RSVP by October 1st.
This event is invitation only and space will be limited. Please RSVP as soon as you are able to hold your spot. We will follow up with additional details and accommodations requests closer to the event. Please contact Lisa at lukleja@dmcinsurance.com with any questions.