Oct. 17  (Des Plaines, Ill.) – The International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA), the only trade association focused on the needs of third-party warehouse operators, tapped former Navy Seal Mike Sarraille as its 2024 convention keynote speaker. The IWLA Convention & Expo is April 21-23, 2024, in sunny Orlando, Fla.

Sarraille’s career spans military service and business leadership. He is a recognized authority on leadership, culture, and high-performing teams. He is co-author of the best-selling book “The Talent War.”

Warehouse logistics leaders convene each spring for the IWLA Convention & Expo. With the theme “2024/7: Your Warehouse Never Sleeps,” the event will showcase how to lead thriving and fast-paced warehousing companies. The convention includes the IWLA Golf Classic Tournament and an expo of the top providers to the warehousing industry.

“Navigating the ins and outs of the modern third-party warehouse takes leadership, decisiveness, action, and guts,” says IWLA President & CEO Jay D. Strother. “Mike Sarraille’s experiences and focus on results will translate well to our evolving industry. I look forward to hearing how he is ‘Building a Legacy of Leadership’ during our April 22 opening session.”

Sarraille served as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer and as an enlisted Recon Marine and Scout-Sniper. He led groundbreaking combat operations, including pivotal roles in the Battle of Ramadi in 2006 and the Battle of Sadr City in 2008 while assigned to SEAL Team THREE. Subsequently, Sarraille was handpicked for a mission-critical assignment to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), where he played a vital role in supporting global counter-terrorism efforts. His exceptional service record includes 10 combat deployments and numerous accolades, including the Silver Star, six Bronze Stars for Valor, two Defense Meritorious Service Medals, and a Purple Heart.

The IWLA Convention & Expo is open to all interested industry parties. Individuals from IWLA-member companies receive special early-bird pricing through Feb. 15, 2024.

The IWLA Convention & Expo is the premier gathering for 3PL w

arehouse owners, operators, and industry professionals. Attendees share knowledge, learn about trends, and connect with fellow industry professionals. Tailored sessions will address the unique demands of 24/7 warehouse operations, offering cutting-edge strategies to optimize efficiency around the clock.

For more information about the 2024 IWLA Convention & Expo and to register, please visit www.IWLA.com.

Note: Photos are available on request. IWLA Convention media credentials are available for accredited industry journalists. For more information, please send your requests to [email protected] or call 847.813.4696.

About IWLA: Since 1891, the International Warehouse Logistics Association has been the resource for warehouse logistics, advocacy, and education. For more information, visit www.IWLA.com. IWLA, formerly the American Warehouse Association, serves nearly 600 corporate members representing 3,000 warehousing locations.