Connecting the Commercial Vehicle Ecosystem: The Story Behind the CVBSummit | Ep. 223

In Episode 223 of the Commercial Vehicle Pro Podcast, host Steve Henning sits down with Kathryn Schifferle, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Work Truck Solutions, to preview the upcoming Fall Commercial Vehicle Business Summit taking place virtually on November 4 and 5, 2026. Kathryn shares the origins of the virtual event, why viewing the commercial vehicle market as a connected ecosystem is essential for long-term success, and how this fall's theme, "Agents of Change," focuses on practical tools, specific operational fixes, and actionable artificial intelligence. Key Highlights: • The history behind the Commercial Vehicle Business Summit and its focus on industry-wide collaboration. • Who benefits most from attending, from fleet managers and dealers to upfitters and OEMs. • The structure across two virtual days, including fireside chats hosted by Jim Press, open technical discussions, and speed-networking sessions. • Why registering guarantees direct access to on-demand session recordings. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:43 - History and Origins of the CVB Summit 07:43 - Who Should Attend the Commercial Vehicle Business Summit? 11:13 - Identifying Supply Chain and Operational Inefficiencies 13:38 - Theme Breakdown: Agents of Change and Practical Artificial Intelligence 17:21 - Two-Day Virtual Agenda: Market Realities vs. Future Strategies 18:13 - How to Register and Access Free On-Demand Recordings 19:13 - Final Takeaways for Commercial Vehicle Professionals Guest: Kathryn Schifferle (Founder and Chief Vision Officer, Work Truck Solutions) Host: Steve Henning (CVBNetwork) A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors! The Fall 2026 Commercial Vehicle Business Summit wouldn't be possible without the support of our sponsors! Their commitment to the commercial vehicle industry helps us bring together professionals, share valuable insights, and create opportunities for meaningful conversations. Thank you to our Fall 2026 CVB Summit sponsors: 🔹 Comvoy: https://comvoy.com/ 🔹 Escalent: https://escalent.co/ 🔹 Mitsubishi HC Capital America: https://www.mhccna.com/en-us 🔹 Crestline Auto Transport: https://crestlineautotransport.com/ 🔹 Work Truck Online: https://www.worktruckonline.com/ We appreciate your support in making this event possible! Register for the FREE virtual summit: https://events.ringcentral.com/events... Explore more news, podcasts, and articles at https://cvbnetwork.com.