Joye Runfola

Industry Expert Mega Transport and Heavy Lift

Runfola is a recognized leader in the Project Cargo shipping industry, bringing 20 years of hands on expertise in the movement of complex, heavy-lift, and mega cargo. Her rare experience working on both the shipper and carrier sides of the business enables her to identify cost saving opportunities, pioneer creative “outside the box” logistics solutions and proactively mitigate risk across every stage of a shipment. Throughout her career, she has successfully navigated the intricate regulatory, operational, and supply chain challenges inherent to project cargo, earning a reputation for delivering strategic, reliable results in some of the industry’s most demanding environments.

2026 Education Day Sessions

Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation

Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor.

Wednesday 23 September 11:30 - 11:50 NextWave Education Day

Add to calendar 09/23/2026 11:30 09/23/2026 11:50 Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor. NextWave Education Day America/Chicago

2026 Event Agenda Sessions

Planning in the Fog: Risk, Tariffs and the Cost of Resilience

In a market defined by disruption, predictability has become increasingly elusive. Returning in the popular “Ask the Experts” format, this audience-led Q&A session examines how companies are planning and executing projects despite tariffs, Section 301 actions, shifting trade policy and operational uncertainty. Bringing together specialists in trade, customs, procurement and project delivery, the discussion explores practical approaches to managing risk, compliance, cost pressure and supply chain disruption, from cargo preference requirements and Chinese vessel concerns to forced labor investigations and evolving trade restrictions.

Wednesday 23 September 13:30 - 14:15 Breakbulk Live Stage