JFKACA Expo 2025
March 20
$100.00 – $3,000.00
Join us to hear from our expanding roster of panelists, featuring Keynote Speaker Stephanie Abeler, Vice President, Americas at Lufthansa Cargo, moderated by Brandon Fried.
Stephanie Abeler
Stephanie Abeler is Vice President of Lufthansa Cargo Americas and serves on the boards of CNS and Help Alliance Americas. With 20 years of experience in the aviation industry, Stephanie has held operational and strategic management positions. Before moving to Chicago, Stephanie was responsible for an IT department of the Lufthansa Group Airlines, serving Lufthansa, SWISS and Austrian Airlines. Stephanie holds a master’s degree in aviation management and has graduated from the international executive leadership development program of Lufthansa Group.
Pete Mento
Pete Mento is a leading global trade expert with 30 years of experience, specializing in duty and tax optimization. As DSV’s Head of Customs and Trade Consulting, he’s helped recover over $2 billion in duties and fees. With degrees from Harvard and Maine Maritime Academy, plus doctoral studies at Durham University, he combines deep academic knowledge with practical expertise. A former professional comedian turned trade specialist, Pete has delivered over 2,000 lectures worldwide, making complex trade topics accessible through his unique blend of economics, history, and humor. He hosts the popular “Trade Geek” podcast and is a Board Chair for Customs at The International Trade Commission.
Lance Small
Lance Small brings 40 years of transportation industry experience, split between 20 years in operations and 20 years in sales leadership. As a former Senior Vice President of Sales, he drove LTL and FTL revenue growth while implementing innovative customer engagement systems and leadership development programs.
