CHICAGO—May 11, 2022 (James Street Media Services)—The Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) Summer Meeting will be held July 18–19, 2022 at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The theme for the meeting is "Switching the Focus for Mutual Success."

“Amid the ongoing stress upon the global supply chain affecting all modes, railroads have continued to evolve in an effort to improve service and prepare for growth,” said MARS President Carrie Evans. “This meeting is very timely as it will allow shippers, railroads, and other key stakeholders to share ideas and collaborate on strategies to achieve future successes.”

The MARS semi-annual meetings include speakers, presentations, and panels examining current issues facing the freight rail industry. MARS also provides a forum to educate and inform in the areas of railroad operating practices, new innovations in transportation, and legislative matters. The agenda is still being finalized for the upcoming meeting.

The Summer Meeting starts with the annual Scholarship Golf Outing, a reception, and a networking dinner on Monday, July 18. The business meeting is scheduled for a full day on Tuesday, July 19. 

MARS 2022 Summer Meeting
Dates
Monday and Tuesday, July 18–19, 2022

Location
Grand Geneva Resort
7036 Grand Geneva Way
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
855-833-5345
Preferred hotel registration by June 17
Grand Geneva Hotel or Timber Ridge Lodge

Meeting Cost
$325 before June 16
$375 after June 16

Registration
Advance reservations are required for the conference. For information or to register:
• Online conference information and registration
• Email: mars@mwrailshippers.com
• Phone: (630) 513-6700



About The Midwest Association of Rail Shippers
The Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) is one of five regional North American associations under the North American Rail Shippers (NARS) national organization. Headquartered in the Chicago area, MARS provides an open forum for discussion and resolution of rail transportation issues by bringing railroads, shippers, receivers, and rail supply companies together twice annually for formal meetings in the Chicago area. To review the most recent meeting presentations, and to inquire about MARS membership, please visit the MARS website at www.mwrailshippers.com.

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