May 9-11, 2018 SUPPLIER HOST PROSPECTUS. An intimate education and networking event for the trucking industry s most progressive fleets.

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1 An intimate education and networking event for the trucking industry s most progressive fleets. SUPPLIER HOST PROSPECTUS HEAVY DUTY TRUCKING EXCHANGE The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch Scottsdale, AZ

2 About the Experience The two-day program puts you, the host, face-to-face with a handselected group of fleet managers who hold purchasing power or direct influence. This is accomplished through one-on-one appointments, focus groups and roundtable discussions. The resort se ng provides an excellent environment for casual conversa ons, informa on-sharing and networking. The programed recep ons, informal gatherings and provided meals complete the resort experience. Heavy Duty Trucking exchange Defined Brought to you by HDT (Heavy Duty Trucking ) magazine and Bobit Business Media, Heavy Duty Trucking exchange (HDTX) is designed for commercial truck fleet professionals and the suppliers that provide them with quality products that further their trucks down the road and to their final des na ons. HDTX is a rela onship-building event packed with innova ve individuals, topical discussions and in mate networking opportuni es. It provides industry suppliers with an unmatched opportunity to meet a select group of commercial truck fleet managers to cul vate rela onships in an exclusive se ng. Each fleet manager guest receives a personalized agenda where significant me is devoted to oneon-one appointments where they are matched up with supplier hosts based on needs and solu ons. HDTX delivers results and exceeds expecta ons for all who a end. The 2018 Heavy Duty Trucking exchange Agenda Includes: One-on-One Supplier Host Appointments Supplier Host Focus Groups Roundtable discussions covering topics such as vehicle specifica ons, fuel economy and telema cs Networking recep ons, meals and informal gatherings

3 Who You Will Meet HDTX a racts fleet industry thought leaders who embrace the latest technological advances in the heavy-duty trucking industry. This recep ve audience, which includes fleet professionals from some of the most progressive fleets in the country, is looking to share experiences, develop business rela onships and familiarize themselves with the latest vehicles, technology, products and solu ons available. HDTX does all the heavy li ing involved in searching for influen al leads a diverse, dis nc ve and influen al group of heavy-duty truck fleet professionals who are ready to hear about solu ons. These fleet managers will go through an indepth applica on process and those selected will receive a hosted trip to a end. Limited Availability: Act Now! To keep the event in mate, HDTX will accommodate a limited number of supplier hosts. Contact us today to reserve your place. Host Benefits: Strategic informa on sharing offering insight into your customers Excep onal networking opportuni es in an in mate, resort se ng Long-term rela onship building with high-value prospects Brand alignment as thought leader in the industry High ROI and opportunity to meet every fleet manager guest Personal contact with fleet execu ves including guaranteed one-on-one supplier appointments and other networking opportuni es Investment Includes: REGULAR PACKAGE: Two-night stay for two representa ves at The Sco sdale Resort at McCormick Ranch Meals and networking recep ons Airport ground transporta on in Sco sdale One-on-one appointments with fleet managers Par cipa on in all educa onal sessions ENHANCED PACKAGE: Includes Regular Package Plus Focus Group or Outdoor, Display/Ride & Drive*, Meter Sign, Room Drop, and more (Nine Available) *Only six available Outdoor Display/Ride & Drive posi ons. PRESENTING PACKAGE: Sponsor Receives Enhanced Package Plus General Address (Three Available) Please contact your regional sales manager for informa on and costs.

4 AGENDA: DAY 1 WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, :30pm 4:00pm Welcome & Check-In...Circle Drive 1:30pm 4:00pm Outdoor Vehicle Ride & Drive Demos...Circle Drive 4:00pm 5:00pm Outdoor Teambuilding/Structured Ice Breakers...Paradise Park Lawn 5:00pm 6:00pm Break 6:00pm 7:00pm Welcome Recep on...apache Loggia 7:00pm 8:30pm Dinner & Welcome Address...Apache 8:30pm 9:30pm Evening exchange: Cigar & Cordial Night... Bennie s Courtyard DAY 2 THURSDAY, MAY 10, :30am 8:30am Buffet Breakfast... Bennie s Courtyard 8:30am 8:45am HDT Fleet Innovator Awards...Apache 8:45am 9:45am HDT Fleet Innovator Panel Discussion and Q&A...Apache 10:00am 10:30am Supplier Host Focus Groups (Four concurrent)...treaty, Council, Papago I, Papago II 10:00am 10:30am State of Industry for Supplier Hosts...Apache 10:40am 12:00pm One-on-One Supplier Host Appointments (Six)...Maricopa 12:00pm 12:10pm Group Photo...Paradise Park Lawn 12:15pm 1:30pm Networking Lunch with Address...Apache 1:45pm 2:45pm Challenges Roundtables...Apache 3:00pm 3:30pm Supplier Host Focus Groups (Four concurrent)...treaty, Council, Papago I, Papago II 3:00pm 3:30pm Professional Improvement Speaker for Supplier Hosts...Apache 3:45pm 5:30pm One-on-One Supplier Host Appointments (Eight)...Maricopa 5:30pm 7:00pm FREE TIME 7:00pm 7:30pm Pre-Dinner Recep on...paradise Park Lawn 7:30pm 8:30pm Dinner...Paradise Park Lawn 8:30pm 9:30pm Evening exchange...paradise Park Lawn DAY 3 FRIDAY, MAY 11, :30am 9:00am Breakfast Buffet & Closing Address (Address at 8:30am)...Apache 9:10am 9:40am Supplier Host Focus Groups (Four concurrent)...treaty, Council, Papago I, Papago II 9:50am 11:30am One-on-One Supplier Host Appointments (Eight)...Maricopa 11:30am 12:30pm Farewell Lunch (Op onal)...paradise Park Lawn 12:30pm Departures *Subject to change

5 WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT SUPPLIER HOSTS: I found the Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange was an incredibly valuable conference. The attendees were a diverse group that ranged from Mega Fleets to Regional Fleets and provided a great cross section of our industry. The conference was well organized and the format allowed for maximum interaction and networking between suppliers and fl eets. One-on-one meetings were fast paced and provided just enough time to forge relationships with new customer prospects and catch up with loyal customers. Jeff Sass, SVP, Sales & Marketing, International Truck HDT has a unique advantage, when compared to similar events, in that they actually know our business and are not simply putting on the event in order to get you to sign up for more events. Their educated and knowledgeable staff at all levels creates an event that is focused around the fl eet, the supplier, and our joint needs. Improve operating effi ciencies and costs at the fl eet level and provide a venue for the suppliers to show them how our products can contribute. We will attend these again in the future. You get what out, what you put in, and HDT makes that process very clear and simple. Great job. Brian Kujala, Vice President Sales & Marketing, Hadley The most important takeaway was meeting new fl eets, having the opportunity to follow up and gain new business. Rob Myers, Vice President Sales, Phillips Industries FLEET MANAGERS: HDTX is one of the most valuable events you can attend for your company s bottom line. Marc Scibilia, Director of Safety and Maintenance, Atlas Trucking Company, LLC. I m very appreciative that HDT put this event together. This has been a great networking opportunity and has given us a platform to discuss challenges and concerns, as well as hear ideas that help us to continue to innovate. Zach Meiborg, President, Meiborg Bros Inc. I have avoided big truck shows with lots of glamor and very little content. HDTX is nothing but content. I can t tell you how much I ve learned from this. It s been very valuable. Thomas McKeller, Vice President Transportation, Plastic Express HDTX surpassed my expectations on the actual value I would gain from it. Getting to quickly spend time with various vendors allowed me to make a conscious decision on pursuing the conversations, and the amount of time to spend networking with Fleets was exceptional. Knowing that we all face the same challenges is quite different than actually getting to discuss it one-on-one with each other. Having time to sit and talk about our challenges allows us all to gain a vast amount of knowledge on how others have met these challenges head on and in-turn, allows us to aid other Fleets seeking answers. I look forward to next year s HDTX event. Jarit Cornelius, Vice President Asset Maintenance & Compliance, Sharp Transport, Inc. HDTX