BARCHART’S GRAIN MERCHANDISING & TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE

3:00 pm | cmdtyView Training Session

Join Barchart staff in the Platinum Ballroom Foyer of the Sheraton Grand for hands-on cmdtyView training.

5:00 pm | Opening Night Reception and Surf & Turf Dinner at Skye Lounge - Sponsored by iRely

Join Barchart and other attendees for an opening night reception and dinner at Skye Lounge located at the top of the Sheraton Grand!

8:30 am | Registration, Breakfast and Networking in the Exhibit Hall

Start your day with breakfast and networking inside the Exhibit Hall at the Sheraton Grand.

9:15 am | Welcome to Barchart’s Grain Merchandising & Technology Conference

Hear from Barchart CEO Mark Haraburda and Barchart CSO Keith Petersen, as they welcome attendees to Nashville for Barchart’s Grain Merchandising & Technology Conference.

9:45 am | Keynote Presentation

Barchart's Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom and ADM Investor Services' Sr. Agricultural Market Analyst, Mark Soderberg will present a Keynote that will take attendees deep into the ever-evolving world of grain markets.

10:30 am | Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall

Recharge with some caffeine in the Exhibit Hall with a mid-morning coffee break where you can meet with sponsors and other attendees.

11:00 am | Platinum Sponsor Session - Presented by Don Konz at StoneX

Don Konz of StoneX will discuss the products and services that StoneX provides to the grain industry.

11:20 am | Ag Technology Leadership Panel

Panelists will discuss the latest innovations in grain merchandising workflows, including Hedging, Bid/Offer Management and Producer Engagement.

12:15 pm | BBQ Lunch, Demos and Networking in the Exhibit Hall

We’ll take a midday break for lunch and networking inside the Exhibit Hall.

1:30 pm | Panel Discussion: More Informed, Efficient and Profitable

An experienced panel of grain merchandisers will discuss their views on the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture and how they use the latest technology solutions to run their agribusiness.

2:15 pm | Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall

Recharge with some caffeine in the Exhibit Hall with a mid-afternoon coffee break where you can meet with sponsors and other attendees.

3:00 pm | Breakout Sessions

Choose your track! Attend two 30-minute breakout sessions of your choice to gain valuable insights, connect with other grain professionals, and dive deep into the topics that interest you the most.

Session #1: 3:00 & 3:30 pm | Streamlining Grain Contracting and Risk Management with Hedge Automation

In today's fast-paced and competitive agricultural industry, the importance of efficient grain contracting and risk management cannot be overstated. To meet these challenges head-on, agribusiness professionals can harness the power of digital hedge automation tools. Join us in this exclusive breakout session to discuss the current challenges in the grain buying market and how the adoption and implementation of hedge automation enables grain professionals to optimize their operations and drive success.

Session #2: 3:00 & 3:30 pm | Connecting with Producers in Today’s Modern Environment

In this session, attendees will dive into Barchart's Connect service, including elevator-branded mobile apps and online grower portals, which serve as valuable tools for fostering increased engagement between grain merchandisers and their producers. This session will highlight the benefits of Barchart’s Connect service in today’s modern agricultural environment as well and how the integration of these tools, combined with cmdtyView which sits on the merchandisers desktop, can enhance communication, streamline workflows and empower agribusinesses to establish stronger connections with their growers.

Session #3: 3:00 & 3:30 pm | Alternative Origination Strategies

Effective marketing strategies play a crucial role in ensuring grain professionals can optimize their crop revenue and profitability. This breakout session, led by Mike Hogan at CGB and Jake Moline at StoneX, will equip attendees with the knowledge and understanding of various marketing tools and practices that can aid them in originating more bushels, ultimately leading to enhanced profitability.

4:00 pm | Break

Attendees can use this time to break prior to our evening activities. After the break, we will shuttle attendees to The 2023 Hedge Awards and Dinner at Johnny Cash’s Bar & BBQ featuring live music! The bus from the Sheraton Grand departs at 5:00 pm sharp!

5:00 pm | Barchart’s 2023 Hedge Awards and Dinner - Sponsored by StoneX

Join us at Johnny Cash’s Bar & BBQ for the The 2023 Hedge Awards and Dinner. Enjoy an exciting evening of live music, networking, dinner and awards! Don't forget to submit your nominations here!

The awards ceremony will cover 4 nominations, including:

• Lifetime Achievement Award: Will recognize one distinguished individual for their exceptional contributions and profound impact on the agricultural industry.
• Agribusiness of the Year Award: Will recognize an extraordinary company that has made a substantial impact on the agricultural industry in 2023.
• Emerging Grain Professional of the Year Award: Will celebrate a notable rising star within the commercial grain industry who has shown exceptional talent, dedication and promise.
• ”Connect” Agribusiness of the Year Award: “Connect” represents Barchart’s suite of workflow solutions for market intelligence, producer relationships and merchandising efficiency. The winner will be based on analysis of key performance indicators used for Barchart's agribusinesses solutions.

8:30 pm | Shuttle to the Sheraton Grand in Downtown Nashville

Barchart will be transporting attendees back to the Sheraton Grand at the conclusion of The 2023 Hedge Awards and Dinner at Johnny Cash’s Bar & BBQ.

8:30 am | Barchart’s cmdtyView Classic Charity Golf Outing at Hermitage Golf Course

Barchart will shuttle golfers from the lobby of the Sheraton Grand at 8:15 am to Hermitage Golf Course for the cmdtyView Classic Charity Golf Outing. At the conclusion of the golf outing, we will shuttle attendees back to the Sheraton Grand around 4:00 pm.

Please note that a separate registration was required to participate in the golf tournament. We are currently at capacity, but you can reach out to our events team about getting added to the waitlist.