Midwest Association of Rail Shippers gather on July 8–9 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Program’s Focus: “Advancing Tomorrow’s Supply Chain, Today”

The Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) Summer Meeting will be held July 8–9, 2025, at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The meeting’s theme is: “Advancing Tomorrow’s Supply Chain, Today.”

Those interested in attending are encouraged to register soon before prices increase on June 7 for this popular gathering of industry insiders.

“With significant disruptions underway across the North American supply chain network, this mid-year event will provide critical insights for rail shippers,” says Steve Blinn, MARS President. “Our high-level speakers will cover topics including finance, logistics, regulatory and, of course, resilient rail operations.”

The agenda will include high-level executives from railroads, major shippers, and industry experts, including:

Kevin Boone, Executive Vice President Sales & Chief Commercial Officer, CSXAaron Girard, Senior Vice President of Logistics, Seneca Foods
Karen Hedlund, Vice Chairman, Surface Transportation BoardWalter Kemmsies, Trade, Logistics & Infrastructure Strategist, The Kemmsies GroupJohn Kennedy, Senior Vice President of Operations, PSC GroupAdam Nordstrom, Founder & Principal, Viking NavigationJohn Orr, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Norfolk SouthernDavid Panjwani, Director, Worldwide Logistics, Deere & Company

This year’s meeting will feature the annual Scholarship Golf Outing, Pickleball Tournament, plus a reception and networking dinner on the first day, July 8. The business meeting is scheduled for a full day on July 9.

MARS 2025 Summer Meeting

Dates

Tuesday and Wednesday, July 8–9, 2025

Location

Grand Geneva Resort


7036 Grand Geneva Way


Lake Geneva, WI 53147


Hotel Accommodations (almost sold out)

Grand Geneva Resort and Timber Ridge Lodge

Meeting Cost

$360 registration fee through June 6, 2025. On June 7, registration increases to $435.

Onsite registration $500.

Golf: $175 per person (almost sold out)


Pickleball: $130 per person


Early Bird Networking Picnic: $80 (through June 6)


Networking Picnic: $95 (starting June 7)

Registration

• Online conference information and registration


• Email: [email protected]


• Phone: (872) 212-4134