Dole’s Todd Stillwell, Kimberly Galante to deliver Joint Keynote at 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference

The 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference, presented by Supply Chain Management Review and Peerless Media, is pleased to announce that Todd Stillwell, VP-supply chain and manufacturing for Dole Packaged Foods, and Kimberly Galante, global head of product development and innovation for Dole, will deliver a joint Keynote Address at this year’s conference.

The 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference will take place Oct. 22-24, 2025, at the W Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.

Stillwell and Galante will share how Dole has transformed its supply chain into an engine for growth through strategic investments in flexible manufacturing, streamlined logistics and data-driven demand forecasting in the Keynote presentation Scaling Mid-size CPG Supply Chains for Growth & Innovation. The result is the ability to rapidly commercialize new products while maintaining efficiency and quality at scale.

Stillwell was named in May to lead Dole’s U.S. supply chain operations. Over a 25-year career, Stillwell has held numerous leadership positions focused on complex logistics networks, direct delivery fleets, and third-party distribution for companies such as Del Monte Foods, Campbell’s, Chamberlain Group, Storck and Haagen-Dazs.

With Dole, Stillwell also oversees strategic initiatives for the company’s U.S. frozen manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, inventory control, transportation and import-export compliance departments.

Over a 23-year career, Galante has leveraged her nutrition science background to play an instrumental role in the launch of new products for Dole. In 2023, she spearheaded 11 new product launches, including Dole Whip, Fruit FirstTreat, and Dole Good Crunch among others. It represented the most new product launches in a single year in Dole’s 170-year history. She leads product and packaging development, specialty ingredient research, and the adoption of emerging food technologies.

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2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference

Now in its seventh year, the NextGen Supply Chain Conference brings together industry practitioners, technology leaders, and visionaries to spotlight the innovations reshaping global supply chains. Attendees will gain exclusive insights into how next-generation technologies—such as artificial intelligence, automation, digital twins, robotics, and advanced analytics—are being implemented today to build the agile, resilient, and intelligent supply chains of tomorrow. This year’s conference will be held in the heart of Music City at the W Nashville Hotel, offering a dynamic backdrop for high-impact networking, executive-level learning, and actionable takeaways.

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Stillwell and Galante join Val Marchevsky, executive vice president and chief technology officer for Uber Freight, in delivering Keynote Addresses at the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference.

Marchevsky leads Uber Freight’s global engineering, research & development, and IT teams delivering cutting-edge software, services and platforms enabling the future of logistics. Marchevsky is responsible for spearheading Uber Freight’s dynamic marketplace powered by AI and machine learning, helping to innovate the business’ software and build one of the best mobile apps in the logistics industry.

The full lineup of speakers will be announced shortly, but companies scheduled to appear at this year’s conference include

• CH Robinson
• Kenco
• RXO
• Reshoring Institute
• Moody's
• IBM Consulting
• Blue Tiger International
• Medline
• IFMA The Food Away from Home Association
• Diageo
• Our Home
• Johnson & Johnson
• Regeneron
• Walmart
• University of Tennessee
• GNC
• Quickcode.ai
• Corvus Robotics
• Easy Metrics
• Dexory
• Diageo
• Maersk

These thought leaders and senior executives will share how they are applying advanced technologies and transformative strategies to meet today’s growing logistics demands and tomorrow’s supply chain expectations.

Early bird conference registration is now open. Shippeo is a Gold Sponsor and Hai Robotics, TGW, Cycle Labs, Grey Orange, and AutoScheduler are Silver Sponsors. Bronze Sponsors include Corvus Robotics and enVista.

The W Hotel is extending the discounted group hotel rate for three days before and three days after the event (subject to room availability), allowing attendees the opportunity to explore Nashville at the special conference rate.

Why attend NextGen 2025?

Now in its seventh year, the NextGen Supply Chain Conference brings together industry practitioners, technology leaders, and visionaries to spotlight the innovations reshaping global supply chains. Attendees will gain exclusive insights into how next-generation technologies—such as artificial intelligence, automation, digital twins, robotics, and advanced analytics—are being implemented today to build the agile, resilient, and intelligent supply chains of tomorrow.

This year’s conference will be held in the heart of Music City at the W Nashville Hotel, offering a dynamic backdrop for high-impact networking, executive-level learning, and actionable takeaways.

What to expect:

• Industry-specific tracks tailored for 3PL/logistics, CPG, food & beverage, and life sciences professionals
• Keynotes and panels featuring supply chain innovators, disruptors, and strategic thinkers
• NextGen Supply Chain Awards, recognizing excellence in digital transformation, AI, robotics, and predictive analytics
• Real-world case studies and candid conversations about overcoming operational hurdles and driving transformation

Whether you’re managing warehouse automation, optimizing freight strategy, or deploying AI across your network, the 3PL and logistics sessions will offer deep insight into the technologies and trends reshaping the logistics landscape, regardless of the sector you operate in.

Ready to lead the future of supply chain?

Early registration is now open. Join us in Nashville and be part of the conversation shaping what’s next.

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