NMFTA’s Chris Jolly joined Joe Ohr and Ben Wilkens on Thursday, September 10, 2026, for a special conversation that pulled back the curtain on Inside the NMFTA 2026 Cybersecurity Conference: What to Expect.
Watch the recording below.
Description
During this webinar, attendees got an inside look at this year’s conference agenda, including the topics, sessions, speakers, and conversations designed to address the cybersecurity challenges facing trucking and transportation today. Joe, Ben, and Chris highlighted what attendees could expect and explored why bringing cybersecurity professionals and transportation leaders together is more important than ever.
Whether attendees were longtime conference participants or considering joining for the first time, this preview provided a closer look at what makes the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference unlike any other industry event. From emerging threats and real-world cybersecurity challenges to practical strategies, peer-to-peer learning, and opportunities to connect with experts from across the industry, the conference was designed specifically around the needs of trucking and transportation.
Attendees got a sneak peek at what was planned, discovered what they could take away from the experience, and learned why the only cybersecurity conference dedicated specifically to the trucking industry is a can’t-miss event in 2026.
Meet Your Speakers
Chris Jolly is a passionate professional with extensive experience in leadership, multi-mode direct sales, freight management, business development, and proven growth in a highly competitive segment of the transportation industry.
Joe Ohr has more than two decades of experience in technical operations, customer success management, IT, customer support, and product support.
Currently serving as the Chief Operations and Technical Officer for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through digitization, classification, and cybersecurity.
Ben Wilkens, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AAISM, is the Director of Cybersecurity at the NMFTA.
In his role, Ben spearheads research initiatives and leads teams dedicated to developing cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, methodologies, and strategies to safeguard information systems and networks. He collaborates extensively with academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to advance cybersecurity practices and knowledge.
With a rare combination of CISSP, CCSP, CISM, and AAISM certifications alongside an active Class A CDL, Ben brings a unique perspective to the intersection of cybersecurity and transportation.
