Tim Ward is a leader in the integrated security industry with 25 years of experience securing high-stakes environments. For the past 15 years with Siemens Tim has been at the forefront of the technological shift from traditional security to complex, unified safety ecosystems.

Utilizing a disciplined consultative approach, Tim specializes in maritime and critical infrastructure and has served as a trusted technology partner for SeaPort Manatee for over a decade. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between customer workflows and advanced technology, particularly in TWIC integration, intelligent video analytics, and integrated access control. Tim is deeply committed to helping businesses mitigate risk and improve operational efficiency through the latest innovations in security technology. Based in Central Florida, he remains dedicated to protecting the region’s vital economic gateways by designing resilient security architectures that withstand the challenges of the modern threat landscape

Kevin Hebert, National Account Manager at Capacity Trucks, partners closely with ports, terminals and logistics operators across North America to modernize terminal tractor fleets and boost yard efficiency, safety and sustainability.

With more than 20 years of experience in terminal operations, fleet management and OEM sales leadership, Kevin offers an operator-first perspective on fleet operations, alternative fuels and lifecycle cost management. His background spans executive roles in fleet services and deep partnerships with ports, distribution centers and national accounts, giving him a unique view of how equipment, infrastructure and policy intersect on the terminal floor.

At Capacity Trucks, Kevin helps customers navigate real-world challenges—balancing uptime, labor, safety and emissions compliance—while building scalable solutions backed by strong dealer networks and aftermarket programs. He is actively involved in propane pilot programs, Clean Ports initiatives and incentive-driven fleet transitions nationwide.

Savi Tumkur is the Chief Commercial Officer for Honeywell’s Process Automation Business, where he leads global commercial strategy, growth initiatives, and customer value delivery across a diverse industrial portfolio. With more than 25 years of experience at Honeywell, Savi has built a distinguished career shaping commercial excellence, operational performance, and digital transformation across multiple regions and business units.

Throughout his tenure, Savi has held a range of senior leadership roles, including Global Vice President of Sales and General Manager for Honeywell Process Solutions’ Lifecycle Solutions and Services in both the Americas and Asia Pacific. In these roles, he drove significant improvements in customer satisfaction, service delivery, and value creation through the successful execution of complex service contracts, modernization programs, and high impact automation projects. He also served as Sales Director for Honeywell’s Connected Industrial business in Asia Pacific, focusing on advancing customers’ production processes through software-driven efficiencies and data led insights.

Savi’s experience extends beyond Honeywell—he previously served as Chief Operating Officer for an emerging marketing consulting firm supporting clients across North America, broadening his perspective on commercial strategy, operational rigor, and customer-centric execution.

Known for his collaborative leadership style and strong engineering foundation, Savi has been instrumental in enabling some of Honeywell’s largest and most complex global deployments. He is recognized for fostering high performing teams and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.

Savi holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology at Kashmir University. His deep technical expertise, strategic mindset, and long-standing commitment to advancing industrial performance continue to make him a key contributor to Honeywell’s mission of delivering smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions for customers worldwide.

Anil Khatri is a results-driven commercial leader with over three decades of experience guiding large capital projects and complex solution sales across the midstream and industrial sectors. As Sales Director – Midstream Industry Solutions at Honeywell, he specializes in shaping project outcomes early by aligning technical and commercial priorities, helping customers translate intricate operational needs into competitive, bankable solutions that withstand real-world execution challenges.

Anil is deeply committed to building long term, trust-based partnerships that convert strategic vision into sustained, profitable growth. His extensive subject matter expertise spans mindset, and customer first approach, Anil plays a pivotal role in helping organizations accelerate performance, reduce risk, and unlock value across the full lifecycle of their operations.

Carl Walters is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience at Konecranes and currently holds the role as the Sales Director for Port Services Americas. Based in Savannah, Georgia, Carl has a proven track record in nurturing customer partnerships. He has a deep understanding of customer needs and a dedication to working closely with them to achieve optimal outcomes. Throughout his career at Konecranes, Carl has held significant roles such as Sales Manager and Vice President/General Manager, demonstrating his commitment to advancing port services and engineering excellence. He has also held leadership positions in organizations like CMAA and ECMA, where he served as Chairman.

Kyle Collins is the Director of Business Development for DSWi, a Houston based Microsoft Partner. Kyle has been in the Microsoft channel since 2012 and has 18 years of experience as a professional sales executive. He’s had several speaking sessions at Microsoft events and frequently participates in partner and customer events in the channel. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and lives in Cypress, TX with his wife of 17 years and 2 boys.

With over 30 years of Propane and Transportation management experience, Chris has been a key member of the AmeriGas AutoGas team since its inception. Covering all 50 states, AmeriGas is our country’s largest propane supplier. Helping some of the nation’s smartest school bus fleets, ports, transit systems, and corporations work toward their decarbonization goals, AmeriGas project manages onsite equipment installations from permitting to commissioning and provides the nation's strongest supply of propane.

In his spare time, Chris is co-owner of Family Table Farms, LLC a first-generation farm practicing regenerative agriculture. Regenerative Agriculture is a holistic approach to agriculture that aims to improve soil health, restore ecosystems, and enhance biodiversity, while also improving water quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately aiming to create a more sustainable and resilient food system.

Felipe Tello is a commercial energy professional specializing in crude oil and feedstock logistics, marine transportation, and third-party commercial agreements supporting large-scale U.S. refining operations. He currently serves as Commercial Lead for Crude Oil & Feedstock Logistics at Motiva Enterprises, where he focuses on supply reliability, cost optimization, and operational resilience across complex maritime, terminal, and infrastructure networks.

Felipe previously served on the Board of the U.S. Crude Oil Quality Association, where he worked alongside producers, refiners, and logistics providers to address quality standards, coordination challenges, and systemic risks across the U.S. crude supply chain. He brings a practitioner’s perspective on how maritime capacity, asset ownership, and commercial alignment directly impact U.S. energy and food security.

Will be speaking on:
NEXT GENERATION PORT OPERATIONS: UNLOCKING THE FUTURE WITH MANAGED PRIVATE NETWORKS
The session would be designed as both visionary and practical: looking at the role of digital ecosystems in supporting energy transition, physical and cybersecurity, automation, and smart logistics while grounding the conversation in measurable benefits like reduced downtime, higher throughput, and improved worker safety. Through a blend of technology insights and operational storytelling, the presentation would position ports not just as gateways for goods, but as next-generation innovation hubs, ready to meet global trade demands with resilience and efficiency.

Ray Newby is a professional geoscientist with over 25 years of experience in coastal restoration and resilience planning. He is a Waterways Coordinator for the TxDOT Maritime Division where his duties include dredged material management, real estate acquisition, beneficial use of dredged material (BUDM) project coordination, and strategic planning. Prior to joining TxDOT in May 2022, he worked in private consulting and at the Texas General Land Office (GLO) leading coastal restoration and shoreline protection projects. While at GLO, Ray was on the Houston-Galveston Beneficial Uses Group and coordinated with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Galveston District to implement coastal habitat restoration projects using dredged material. Ray was also the GLO’s project manager on the USACE Sabine to Galveston Bay and the Coastal Texas mega project feasibility studies.