The Compliance Cowboy Rides into Memphis: Inside a Logistics Powerhouse Event

Host: Andy Shiles Guest(s): Jennifer Amos, President, Memphis World Trade Club Published: August 24, 2026 Length: ~22 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary The Compliance Cowboy is riding into Memphis—and there’s a lot happening in one of America’s most important logistics hubs. Simply Trade host Andy Shiles sits down with Jennifer Amos, President of the Memphis World Trade Club and Director of Sales at Dunavant Logistics, to talk about the growth, infrastructure, innovation, and people powering the Memphis logistics community. At the center of the conversation is Memphis World Trade Week, including the Memphis Logistics Summit on September 30 and Tech Innovation Day and the 75th anniversary of Port Night on October 1. Jennifer explains how the World Trade Club, Greater Memphis Chamber, and Epicenter Memphis are bringing established industry leaders, technology startups, carriers, beneficial cargo owners, and logistics professionals together. Andy and Jennifer also explore why Memphis continues to matter as a distribution hub—from rail and interstate connectivity to air cargo and the Mississippi River—and why logistics careers extend far beyond warehouses and trucks. And yes, Andy plans to show up to Port Night the way longtime Memphis trade folks might remember him: cowboy hat, boots, and all. Main Topic / Discussion Memphis has long been a major transportation and distribution center, but its logistics community continues to evolve through new infrastructure, technology, talent development, and collaboration. Jennifer Amos previews the Memphis World Trade Club’s upcoming events and explains how Memphis World Trade Week is designed to connect the different pieces of that ecosystem. The conversation covers the September 30 Memphis Logistics Summit at the Peabody, followed on October 1 by Tech Innovation Day at Epicenter Memphis and the Memphis World Trade Club’s 75th Port Night in the Peabody’s Grand Ballroom. Andy and Jennifer also discuss the value of face-to-face industry relationships. From monthly World Trade Club meetings to an event expected to attract logistics executives and professionals from around the world, Memphis provides opportunities to build a network—not just exchange business cards. Key Takeaways • Memphis remains a major logistics hub. Its combination of air cargo, Class I railroads, interstate connections, the Mississippi River, warehousing, and distribution infrastructure makes the region strategically important for freight movement. • Memphis World Trade Week is growing. The September 30 Logistics Summit leads into an October 1 technology-focused event and the 75th anniversary of Port Night. • Technology is changing logistics careers. The industry needs talent in IT, finance, analytics, operations, automation, technology, and other supporting disciplines—not just traditional transportation roles. • Relationships still matter. Jennifer and Andy emphasize the value of industry organizations and in-person events for meeting decision-makers, sharing ideas, developing talent, and building long-term professional relationships. Resources & Mentions • Global Training Center • Memphis World Trade Club • Memphis Logistics Summit — September 30 • Tech Innovation Day — October 1 • Memphis World Trade Club 75th Port Night — October 1 • Greater Memphis Chamber • Epicenter Memphis Credits Host: Andy Shiles Guest(s): Jennifer Amos - LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano 📢 Subscribe & Follow Stay connected with the Simply Trade community and never miss an episode that helps you trade smarter. 🎧 Listen on: • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube 💬 Connect with us: • Simply Trade • Global Training Center • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? [email protected]