In 2021, when the COVID-19 pandemic was still in full force, issues related to trade and transportation were top of mind. At our 12th annual State of the Ports event, leaders of Maryland’s ports, along with Maryland’s secretary of transportation, spoke about these issues and how they are addressing them. Other Mid-Atlantic experts in the trade and transportation sector led conversations about port security and technology, as well as supply chain disruptions. The event was held virtually, due to the pandemic.
Our ports drive economic growth in Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. Ports also provide a potential entry point for a variety of threats from terrorism to invasive species. How do we ensure the safety of our ports without disrupting the flow of goods and services that are vital to our regional economy? Our expert panel of security specialists and advisors discussed the challenges and opportunities in providing secure port facilities while creating an environment that fosters port growth.
Hartman Executive Advisors
Distribution & Retail Industry Lead
Distribution & Retail Industry Lead
VP & Co-Founder
Hartman Executive Advisors
Hartman Executive Advisors
Terminal Corporation
President
President
Maryland Port Administration
Director of Security
Director of Security
Vice President, Operations
Terminal Corporation
Vice President, Operations
Terminal Corporation
Shortages of truck drivers, delays at customs, and rampant port congestion- all aggravated by COVID-19- lead to headline-grabbing global supply chain disruptions. The lack of goods like computer chips and critical metals used in manufacturing and shipping containers has led to the most considerable inflation of consumer prices in four decades. Intelligent businesses are pivoting to mitigating risk and finding opportunities in this challenging environment. Our panel of supply chain experts shared how their companies are responding and how they are preparing for the year ahead.
Certified Supply Chain Professional and Certified Professional Forecaster
Medifast, Inc.
Executive Vice President, Supply Chain
Executive Vice President, Supply Chain
Rhee Bros.
Executive Director, Operations
Executive Director, Operations
Nexterus
President
President
Vice President, Operations
Terminal Corporation
Vice President, Operations
Terminal Corporation
The State of the Ports Address featured a panel comprised of the leaders of Maryland's ports, along with Maryland’s secretary of transportation. Attendees heard about the latest developments directly from those tasked with leading the economic drivers of our region.
Executive Director
Maryland Port Administration
Maryland Port Administration
Executive Director / CEO
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
Vice President
Ports America Chesapeake
Ports America Chesapeake
Transportation Secretary
Maryland Department Of Transportation
Maryland Department Of Transportation
