1 ½

Days

500+

Senior Executives

12

Masterclasses

9

Trend & Industry Zones

NOW & NEXT: A DHL Logistics Summit

Austin, TX, October 13 – 14, 2025

One Summit. All Industries. One Central Question:

How do we navigate what’s NOW and shape what’s NEXT in logistics?

Highlights from Now and Next

DHL’s flagship logistics summit, NOW & NEXT, was launched in October in vibrant Austin, TX. Designed as an exclusive gathering of over 500 senior leaders, decision-makers, and supply chain innovators, this event was where the future of global logistics took shape.

Spanning industries such as Auto-Mobility, Energy, Engineering & Manufacturing, eRetail & Fashion, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Technology, the summit focused on the most urgent challenges of our time—from global trade complexity and climate urgency to rapid technological shifts. Together, through bold collaboration and forward-thinking insights, we explored how to build smarter, more resilient, and truly sustainable supply chains for the world of tomorrow.

Thank you for attending Now & Next - a DHL logistics summit.

A personal message of thanks from Katja Busch, DHL Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Customer Solutions & Innovation.

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  • Katja Busch makes keynote speech at Now & Next
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  • Formula 1 car on show at DHL Now & Next summit
  • Delegates talk in the sustainability zone at Now & Next
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  • DHL lorry in front of Austin skyline
  • Delegates converse in front of mural
  • DHL Now & Next panel with Tobias Meyer
  • Tobias Meyer makes keynote speech at Now & Next
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  • Formula 1 simulator at Now & Next
  • Discussion amongst delegates
  • Health Logistics zone at DHL Now & Next
  • Exhibit to test if designer bags are authentic or fake
  • Photographer takes posed group photo
  • DHL van backlit by morning sun
  • Masterclass speaker gives session
  • Outdoor evening party
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Event Impressions

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At NOW & NEXT, participants experienced interactive zones, expert-led masterclasses, and visionary keynotes that inspire bold ideas and actionable strategies. Attendees left energized and connected with like-minded leaders. Building on the success of past events like the Era of Sustainable Logistics, NOW & NEXT set the standard for collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing. A glimpse of what occurred is available here.

Access the information deck to explore the preliminary agenda, discover the interactive zones, and browse highlights from previous events.

Download the Information Deck

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Tobias Meyer

DHL Group 

CEO

Katja Busch

DHL Group

Chief Commercial Officer & Head of CSI

Michael C Bush

Great Place to Work 

CEO 

Benjamin Cantwell

Google

Head of Supply Chain Security & Resilience Services

Mark Chadwick

Global Shippers Association 

President

Emily Johncox

PwC US

Senior Manager, Decarbonization & Sustainable Operations Advisory

Jessica Kipp

HP Inc.

SVP, Supply Chain Customer Operations & Logistics

Adam Klauber

World Energy

Vice President, Sustainability and Digital Supply Chain

Paula Natoli

Google Cloud

Director, Strategic Industries, Global Supply Chain & Logistics

Jason Schenker

Futurist Institute

Chairman of The Futurist Institute and the President of Prestige Economics

Julie Shainock

Microsoft 

Global Managing Director for Travel, Transport and Logistics 

Tiffany Smith​

National Foreign Trade Council

VP for  Global Trade Policy

Vidyuth Srinivasan

Entrupy

CEO

Josh Steinitz

Chief Strategy Officer

Auctane

Brian Watt

Director of Global Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics

The Boeing Company

The Event at a Glance

An engaging 1 ½ days filled with expert-led masterclasses and interactive learning opportunities, as well as valuable networking sessions.

Amid global complexity and disruption, supply chains in the Americas must evolve to become smarter, more resilient, and sustainable. At DHL, we believe the answers lie in collective insight, bold action, and cross-industry collaboration tailored to the region's unique challenges.

Delegates explored 3 interactive zones on the themes of Resilience & Diversification, Digitalization & AI, and Sustainability & Decarbonization, as well as 6 industry-specific zones on Auto-Mobility, Energy, Technology, eRetail & Fashion, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Engineering & Manufacturing.

Industry leaders shared insights on the future of logistics and supply chains in the Americas in a series of inspiring keynote speeches. Attendees discovered innovative strategies, explore emerging trends, and gain valuable perspectives to help you navigate challenges and drive sustainable growth.

Exclusive insights from our program of deep dive masterclasses, led by industry experts.

Attendees connected with one another during our multiple dedicated networking sessions.

How can we shape what’s next? Delegates learned more about the mega trends shaping logistics and supply chains, both from our own DHL experts and leading industry figures.

We aim to foster valuable exchanges. The cross-industry focus of our event allowed attendees to learn from a diverse range of experts and gain new perspectives.

Attendees gained concrete and actionable insights from real-world scenarios and use cases from DHL’s dedicated industry specialists, as well as our authoritative speakers and partners.

Right Place, Right Time

NOW & NEXT took place in Austin, Texas—a city celebrated for its creative spirit, forward-thinking mindset, and warm hospitality. As one of the fastest-growing hubs for innovation, technology, and sustainability in the U.S., Austin perfectly embodies our mission to shape the future of logistics.