Avant South 2025 Schedule

Get ready for two days packed with bold ideas, real talk, and future-forward insights. While we’re still finalizing our speaker lineup, here’s a look at the event’s flow so you can plan ahead.

Thursday, October 16

10–10:30 a.m. Registration & Check-In

10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MasterClasses

1–3 p.m. Networking & Innovation Showcase

4–5 p.m. VIP Registration & Check-In

5–6 p.m. Pitch Competition (VIP Event)

6–7 p.m. Activations & Networking (VIP Event)

*Schedule subject to change due to really cool stuff

Friday, October 17

8–9 a.m. Registration & Breakfast

9–9:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

10–10:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

11–11:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions

12–12:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions

1–3 p.m. Lunch, Keynote & Showcase

EXPLORE OUR TRACKS

CHART YOUR OWN PATH

Each breakout session will fall into one of these five focused tracks. You’ll choose from panels, sessions, fireside chats, and more within these themes, allowing you to customize your conference experience around the topics that matter most to your work and interests.

Policy, Capital & the Future of Movement

Explore how smart policy, strategic investment, and public-private partnerships are revolutionizing transportation and logistics.

Logistics and transportation reimagined

From global freight networks to your doorstep delivery, dive deep into the systems, technologies, and strategies powering modern logistics.

Tech, Trust & The Customer Experience

Discover how leading organizations revolutionize operations, create exceptional customer experiences, and stay ahead of rapid change.

Founders First: Building the Future

Meet the founders, investors, and visionaries transforming bold concepts into market-changing companies.

Level Up: From Classroom to Career

Purpose-built for students and emerging professionals ready to make their mark. Develop in-demand skills, uncover exciting opportunities, and network with the innovators defining the future.