June 9 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Shipper's Panel

One of the most requested sessions at TMSA is a panel featuring shippers, giving our members direct insights straight from the source.

In this session, you’ll gain firsthand voice-of-customer insights on what truly matters to shippers, what’s shaping their decisions, and what they look for in their partners.

Attendees will walk away with:
✅ A clear understanding of shippers' top priorities today.
✅ Insights into how their needs and expectations have evolved.
✅ A behind-the-scenes look at how they evaluate and select vendors.
✅ Strategies to stand out and demonstrate real value.

Stay tuned as we reveal more panelists—this is one session you won’t want to miss!

Meet the Panelists

Mike Mikulik - Moderator

Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SPI Logistics

Mike Mikulik is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SPI Logistics. He is a very personable and enthusiastic person who is a collaborator and thinks out of the box. Mike has a unique background in all sides of the transportation industry from trucking to international freight forwarding and special projects. With more than 25 years’ experience he credits his School of Hard Knocks for his success.

You will find Mike easily engaging in conversation and his willingness to help and draw out the best in people. His positiveness is contagious and willingness to support his team grow personally and professionally.

Mike is a collaborator and think out of the box guy. He has had tremendous success in strategically enhancing the customer experience which in turn has led to new opportunities and revenue growth.
Mike lives and resides in Vancouver Canada where he has lived all his life.

Michael Lin

Senior Director of Supply Chain for The Musco Family Olive Company

Michael serves as the Senior Director of Supply Chain for The Musco Family Olive Company. The Musco Family Olive Company, based out of Tracy, CA, is the largest producer of domestic black ripe table olives with brands like Pearls and Early California. His responsibilities include Customer Service, Product Supply, 3PL Warehouse management, Transportation, and Purchase Contract Management. He has been with Musco for almost 6 years.

Michael is a 35-year veteran in the Supply Chain space, serving in various roles in manufacturing, engineering, finance, warehousing, and distribution. He has also led the start-up of manufacturing facilities, warehouses and implementation of transportation and warehouse optimization/management software systems. He has worked with Fortune 50 companies to privately held or family run organizations.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin as well as an MBA from The University of Houston. Along with his wife Ming-Wai, they are parents to 3 young adults and a 10-year-old Labradoodle. Michael enjoys golf, music and working in the community. He is active in his local church, as well as lends project management skills to community projects and community associations.

Meet the Moderator

Gary Cornelius

VP of Business Development

Gary is the VP of Business Development of TCW, Inc., leading their Sales, Marketing, and customer-facing teams. He has 37 years of experience in transportation and logistics, including leadership roles in both Sales & Operations. Gary has been with TCW for 18 years, with his current tenure starting in 2013.

Gary serves as the co-Chair of TMSA’s Education Committee and is on the TMSA Board of Directors. He also does philanthropic work through The American Cancer Society, including advocacy, Relay for Life, and publicly speaks throughout the Southeast for the Society.