b'The 2020 EXPOProgram Outline:Events February 17-20I am thrilled to welcome Paul Ryan, formerTUESDAY, February 18Speaker of the United States House of 7 - 9 a.m "Get Up & Go" Breakfast Buffet OPEN Representatives, to offer our keynote address. Mr. Ryan is certain to provide a thought- Avoid the restaurant lines and take an opportu-provoking message. nity to with meet with your colleagues at your 2019-2020This year, the womens luncheon will forgo adesignated reserved table for eight. Benefit from WPMA President,traditional guest speaker to instead offer apre-event meetings while enjoying a tantalizing Dennis Campo relaxed, lighthearted, and fun opportunityvariety of breakfast items.to socialize and win incredible prizes playingGo online at www.wpmaexpo.com to reserve BINGO. I hope this break from tradition is ayour table today, while tables are still available! welcome change of pace.Ticketed eventAs always, we look forward to a variety of important and beneficial 7 a.m.6 p.m. REGISTRATION Openeducational sessions, including How to Hire and Retain Truck Drivers; 8 a.m.12 p.m. Trade Show SetupSecret Service - Best Practices to Avoid Fraud at Retail Outlets and the .Workplace; the Workplace Check List; Cybersecuity; and Federal Updates. 8 a.m Scholarship Golf Tournament Finally, I hope youll join me in showing your appreciation for all of theexhibitors participating in the trade show by taking time between activitiesto meet with them and learn about their products and services. Withoutthe contributions of these companies, WPMA wouldnt be able to provideits members with this first-rate convention and trade show.Reflection Bay Golf Club is not your ordinary golf course, a Thank you for your continued support of the WPMA. I hope to see you at ourgolf experience that you will remember forever.Convention in February 2020. Shotgun start is at 8:00 a.m. We will play a scramble format. The tournament is limited to the first 144 registrants. Register online at www.wpmaexpo.com with your 2020 WPMAEXPO registration. If you do not have a foursome, we will assign one MONDAY, February 17for you. Don\'t miss this great golf experience!8 a.m.5 p.m.Trade Show Setup 12 p.m.Scholarship FoundationSILENT AUCTION Online: 8 a.m.1 p.m. EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS Online bids are available on your phone or computer.125 p.m. REGISTRATION Open 8 a.m HOW TO HIRE and Retain 6 p.m.2020 Doug Alexander Memorial Truck Drivers Scholarship Reception: Mel Kleiman, Humetrics PresidentAn elite reception held in honor of cash donors Hiring good employees is difficult in almost at the $1,000 Sustaining Charter Column Club/any industry, but the trucking industry has Platinum Level or above during this past year.its own unique, complicated hurdles that This tax-deductible donation entitles the donormake it especially challenging to pull in the to two tickets to this first-class event, listingright people and keep them on the payroll. in the WPMAEXPO Program, on ScholarshipSo what can you do to attract qualified Foundation Signage, and in the Post-Convention/ drivers and keep them on staff? Come and get some greatSpring WPMA News magazine. Reception ideas from Mel Kleiman, founder and president of Humetrics.sponsors are recognized on signage, in theHumetrics has been helping employers reassess and reinventprogram, and on a Reception Sponsor Signthe way they recruit, select, and retain truck drivers and theduring the event. people who manage them for over 30 years.WPMA News / Winter 201919'