Events

This October, Roanoke is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of CONECT’s 30th Annual Northeast Trade & Transportation Conference in Newport, Rhode Island. Representing Roanoke at the event will be Daniel Stevenson, George Philobos, and Matthew Duff. The team will connect with transportation, logistics, customs, and trade professionals to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s global supply chains. CONECT is a valuable opportunity to share insights, strengthen industry relationships, and stay connected to the evolving needs of the trade community. If you’re attending, we welcome the opportunity to connect in Newport.

Roanoke Insurance Group Canada is excited to participate as a Silver Sponsor of the 2026 CIFFA Conference, taking place October 20-21, 2026, in Vaughan, Ontario.The event brings together freight forwarding, logistics, customs brokerage, and supply chain leaders from across Canada to discuss the issues shaping global trade. We’re also pleased to share that Campbell-Francois Shani – Toronto-RIG will be speaking on the conference’s insurance panel, providing insights into the evolving insurance landscape impacting the logistics industry. Representing Roanoke at this year’s conference will be Karen Rzeszutko, Campbell-Francois Shani – Toronto-RIG, Odumugbo Osogom, and Jennifer Rome. If you’re attending, stop by […]

Roanoke is looking forward to participating in the 2026 TIA Policy Forum, September 14-16 at the InterContinental Washington, D.C. – The Wharf. As the event’s Luncheon Sponsor, we’re proud to support meaningful conversations around transportation policy, logistics, and the challenges shaping today’s supply chain landscape. Representing Roanoke at the event will be Martin Rivera and Matt Reese, who look forward to connecting with industry leaders, customers, and partners throughout the forum.   See you in Washington, D.C.

Roanoke Insurance Group will attend the 2026 NCBFAA Annual Conference in San Antonio, April 12–15, as a Platinum Sponsor and Exhibitor.

We’re attending, sponsoring, and exhibiting at TIA 2026 in Phoenix, April 15–18. Visit Roanoke at Booth 603 to connect, learn, and discuss logistics industry support.

Roanoke served as a Platinum Sponsor of AirCargo 2026 in Orlando, connecting with industry leaders, sharing insights, and supporting the air freight community amid discussions on global trade and innovation.

Roanoke Insurance Group sponsored ATCC 2026 in Houston, where Matt Zehner spoke on Customs bonds and E&O insurance. Team members attended and connected with peers on trade compliance best practices.

Thank you for attending our webinar on importer vetting in today’s compliance landscape. We hope you found it valuable; here are the recording, slides, and panelist contact details as promised.

Roanoke’s October 2025 webinar on ATA Carnet claims covered compliance strategies, penalty prevention, and operational efficiency, featuring experts Kelli Milianti, Candece Perry, and Kristen Brandt.

Roanoke’s August 2025 hybrid symposium, A New Era of Logistics, brought together trade law and insurance experts to address tariff volatility, bond sufficiency, and fraud trends.

Roanoke attended the 52nd NCBFAA Annual Conference in Phoenix as a Platinum Sponsor, presented its scholarship award, and delivered a session on Trade Remedy Tariffs and Bond Sufficiency.

Roanoke attended the AAEI 104th Annual Conference in Washington, DC as a Diamond Sponsor, with Colleen Clarke presenting on supply chain restructuring and duty savings strategies.

In the complex landscape of ocean shipping, NVOCCs must stay informed about the latest regulations and best practices to maintain compliance and avoid costly penalties. Let’s review the key topics discussed in a recent webinar on the top 10 FMC compliance tips, presented by experts Mauricio Larenas and Iliana Alvarez. The tips discussed in this webinar covers: FMC license compliance Negotiated Rate Agreements (NRAs) Detention and demurrage rules House Bill of Lading issues Proper documentation for audits Handling customer disputes Mitigating risks with carrier rates Verifying partner licenses Warning signs to address to avoid FMC audits Conducting Internal audits  

Navigating the complexities of trade policy requires expertise and insight. Join Lenny Feldman, Managing Partner at Sandler, Travis and Rosenberg, and Karen Rzeszutko, President of Roanoke Insurance Group, as they explore the latest developments and challenges in trade policy. In this webinar on Trade Policy in 2025, they discuss the five critical challenges and compliance strategies that importers and exporters need to know, including: The impact of tariff increases, and the mechanisms used to implement them, such as Sections 122, 301, and IIPA The importance of understanding country-specific trade policies, including those related to China, Mexico, and Canada The role […]

Roanoke attended the ICPA Conference 2023 in Orlando, Florida, where Amanda Barlow and Patrice LaFayette represented the company at booth 215.

Roanoke attended AirCargo 2023 in Nashville, TN, where Amanda Barlow moderated the Emerging Technologies panel and the team exhibited at booth 311.

Roanoke attended, sponsored, and exhibited at the TIA 3PL Technovations Conference 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona, connecting with attendees at a dedicated kiosk.

Roanoke returned to WESCCON 2022 in San Diego as a Diamond Sponsor, hosting a Friday night 80s-themed event and participating in panel discussions throughout the conference.

Roanoke exhibited at the BreakBulk Americas Conference 2022 in Houston, Texas, where the team connected with attendees at booth J14.

Roanoke attended the NAFTZ Annual Conference 2022 in Miami as a Silver Sponsor, with Patrice Lafayette moderating a panel and Grant Goldsmith representing the company at the booth.

Roanoke’s Glenn Patton participated as a panelist in the CIFFA webinar on August 23, 2022, covering legal and insurance aspects of operating a freight brokerage in Canada.

Roanoke attended GTEC 2022 in Chicago as a Gold Sponsor, hosting the Monday breakfast and connecting with attendees across the two-day conference.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended the AgTC Agriculture Transportation Coalition Annual Meeting in Tacoma, Washington, where Amanda Barlow and Patrice Lafayette represented the company.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended the AAEI Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale as a Diamond Sponsor, hosted the opening reception, and engaged with attendees at booth 14.

Roanoke hosted a webinar on Customs Bonds trending topics, where Colleen Clarke, Jennifer Rome, and Patrice Lafayette covered bond insufficiencies, CBP underwriting, and claims deadline compliance.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended the NCBFAA Annual Conference in Tucson, Arizona as a Platinum Sponsor, with team members available at booth 51 throughout the event.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended and sponsored TIA 2022 Capital Ideas Conference in San Diego, with Dave Pasco and Glenn Patton speaking and the team exhibiting at booth 411.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended the ICPA Conference 2022 in San Diego, with Amanda Barlow and Patrice LaFayette representing the company at booth 30.

Roanoke Insurance Group hosted a webinar on best practices in carrier selection, covering how logistics professionals can evaluate carrier safety, compliance, and financial stability to reduce risk.

Roanoke Insurance Group hosted a webinar on shipper contracts and MSAs, identifying high-risk contract provisions and offering strategies for apportioning liability among logistics service providers.

Roanoke Insurance Group hosted a roundtable Q&A on tariffs and their impact on customs bonds, addressing bond sufficiency, liability exposure, and financial risk for trade professionals.

Roanoke Insurance Group hosted a webinar on avoiding E&O claims in logistics, presenting three risk management methods to help professionals reduce liability and protect their operations.

Roanoke Insurance Group hosted a Customs Bond Roundtable, bringing together industry experts to discuss bond requirements, obligations, and risk management best practices for logistics professionals.

Roanoke hosted a webinar on navigating General Average, with panelists Captain Glenn Walker, Dr. Cyndee Garbrecht, John Stanley Poulson, and Richard Bridges sharing expert guidance on the GA claims process.

Roanoke hosted a webinar on MSAs and shipper contracts, helping logistics professionals identify risky contract provisions, minimize financial exposure, and streamline onboarding of future agreements.

Roanoke Insurance Group presented Part 1 of a webinar series on managing risk in the logistics supply chain, outlining a practical framework for building operational resilience.

Roanoke Insurance Group attended AirCargo 2022 in New Orleans, where Dave Pasco spoke on a financial risk panel and the team connected with attendees at booth 402.

Roanoke Insurance Group returned to WESCCON 2021 in Rancho Mirage, CA as a Diamond Sponsor, with Patrice Lafayette and Terry Cummings speaking on panels and the team at booth 23.

Roanoke Insurance Group participated in TIA 3PL XTEND 2021 in San Antonio, TX, with Grant Goldsmith attending in person and Roanoke participating as a virtual speaker.