Event
GCCA Cold Chain Connection Southeast – Atlanta
Event Overview
Join Us for the Cold Chain Connection Southeast – Atlanta
Join us for the GCCA Cold Chain Connection this November in Atlanta, where professionals from across the North American temperature-controlled supply chain will come together for practical education, industry insights, and peer networking.
This year’s program is designed with regional leaders in mind and is not just for executives. The educational programming is built for GMs, facility managers, and leaders in technology, security, engineering, operations, team management, and customer-facing roles, as well as others looking to tap into a network of peers and industry insights across the Southeast.
The event kicks off with an evening reception, followed by a half-day of content-driven educational programming covering topics like technology & innovation, advocacy, and association updates, with a closing lunch and roundtable discussion. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and connect with peers across the Southeast.
This event is open to GCCA Members, and non-members.
What to Expect
This year’s program is designed to give you the knowledge and connections you need to thrive in the North American temperature-controlled supply chain sector in the coming years. Here is a preview of what you can expect:
Monday, November 2
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 5:00 p.m. | Registration Open |
| 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Reception |
Schedule subject to change
Tuesday, November 3
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Warehouse Executive Leadership Roundtable Invitation Only |
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Networking Breakfast |
| 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Association Update Sara Stickler, President & CEO, GCCA |
| 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. | Poultry Market & Agribusiness Outlook: Protein Exporting & Regulatory Developments |
| 10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. | USDA & FSIS Export Update |
| 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | Coffee Break |
| 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m | The Future of Cold Storage: AI, Technology & Energy Strategies for Existing Facilities |
| 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. | Round Table Discussion & Lunch |
Schedule subject to change
Program Details
Association Update
Sara Stickler, President & CEO, GCCA
Join us for an overview of association’s impact on your business, industry trends, advocacy efforts and new resource preview.
Poultry Market & Agribusiness Outlook
Christine McCracken, Senior Analyst – Animal Protein, Rabobank
Gain valuable insights into the forces shaping today’s poultry and agribusiness markets. This session will explore poultry market trends, supply and demand dynamics, trade developments, production costs, and economic factors influencing the industry, while highlighting what these changes mean for poultry processing, cold chain warehousing, logistics, and food supply chain operations.
USDA & FSIS Export Update: Protein Exporting & Regulatory Developments
Hear the latest updates on protein exports, FSIS regulations, and evolving compliance requirements impacting international trade.
The Future of Cold Storage: AI, Technology & Energy Strategies for Existing Facilities
How can cold storage operators modernize existing facilities to meet today’s demands? This panel will explore how AI, emerging technologies, and energy strategies can improve efficiency, reliability, and performance in older cold storage facilities. Hear practical perspectives on where technology investments can deliver the greatest operational impact—and how to approach modernization.
Registration Fees
| Registration Type | Rate USD$ |
|---|---|
| Warehouse & Transportation, Member | $449 |
| Warehouse & Transportation Non-Member | $749 |
| Industry Solutions Provider, Member | $549 |
| Industry Solutions Provider, Non-Member | $749 |
Venue & Room Reservations
The Hamilton Alpharetta, Curio Collection by Hilton
35 Milton Ave, Alpharetta, GA 30009
We are pleased to offer a discounted room rate of $232 + tax & fees. You can access the discounted rate here. The discounted rate is available through Monday, October 12, 2026. Hotel cancellation policy states that cancellations received within 72 hours prior to arrival will incur in one night’s room and taxes charge
Sponsor Cold Chain Connection Southeast – Atlanta
Position your brand at the forefront of the cold chain industry. This event gathers influential professionals working in the temperature-controlled sector – warehouse, logistics, transportation, food, supply chain, and design/build industries. Benefits of sponsoring include:
- Recognition as a sponsor on event website, and pre-event marketing emails.
- High-impact signage at the event.
- Distinctive ribbons to identify your staff as key event partners.
- 2 complimentary event registrations.
Sponsorship is available to GCCA Members. Interested in sponsoring or joining? Contact Holly Coughlan.
Free Resource – Justification to Attend Letter
Ready to secure your spot at the upcoming event but need your manager’s approval? We’ve made the process incredibly easy with our free, customizable Justification to Attend letter template. Download it today to clearly outline the value, costs, and return on investment of your attendance so you can get that “yes” in no time.
>> Justification to Attend Letter
Can’t make it to Atlanta? Explore our full GCCA Events Calendar to find an event near you.
GCCA Event Registration, Cancellation, and Code of Conduct Policies
By submission of your conference registration, you (Registrant) and/or the persons you are registering acknowledge acceptance of the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) Code of Conduct and Event Policies.
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