November 13, 2025 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 1:00-2:00 pm ET, as the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA)™ cybersecurity team will present Cybersecurity Insights 2025: Key Takeaways from the NMFTA Conference.
Description
Couldn’t attend the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference in person? This one-hour retrospective delivers the essential insights straight to you. Our expert-led briefing will distill the most important conversations, trends, and strategies that emerged from this year’s event—equipping you with the knowledge you need to strengthen your organization’s defenses.
From the rise of cyber-enabled cargo theft to evolving tactics targeting fleets, telematics, and supply chain systems, you’ll gain a practical understanding of the threats shaping today’s trucking industry and the strategies being deployed to counter them.
Learning Outcomes
- A clear summary of the top cybersecurity trends impacting trucking and logistics today.
- Insight into the latest tactics used by cybercriminals in cargo theft and supply chain disruption.
- Proven strategies for protecting fleets, telematics, and operational systems against sophisticated attacks.
- Guidance on regulatory readiness and building long-term operational resilience.
- An understanding of where the industry is headed next and how to prepare.
Meet Your Speakers
Artie Crawford, CISSP, CISM is the Director of Cybersecurity at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)TM.
Artie is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy and deep technical expertise in addressing complex cybersecurity challenges. He possesses a thorough understanding of the tools, techniques, procedures, and attack vectors employed by cyber adversaries.
Artie has a proven track record of providing strategic guidance, collaboration, and engineering support to a wide range of organizations, including state and local governments, educational institutions, intelligence agencies, transportation authorities, and the Department of Defense, all in support of their cybersecurity missions.
Throughout his distinguished career, Artie has held pivotal roles at organizations such as the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Microsoft, MITRE, and others. His work has been centered on developing advanced techniques and tools for real-world operations.
A 27-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Artie retired in 2011 as the Cybersecurity Chief of the Marine Corps, where he served as the Senior Technical Advisor to the CIO and Director of C4.
Ben Wilkens, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, is a Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™.
In his role at NMFTA, 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.
Ben provides expert insights and recommendations to organizations, enhancing their security posture and helping them navigate the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats.
Before joining NMFTA, Ben was a key executive at a third-generation family-owned trucking and logistics company. There, he focused on the strategic integration of technology to improve operational efficiency while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices.
With a rare combination of CISSP, CCSP, and CISM certifications alongside an active Class A CDL, Ben brings a unique perspective to the intersection of cybersecurity and transportation. In addition to his extensive experience as an over-the-road driver, he has held roles in dispatch operations, driver management, and brokerage sales. Ben later transitioned to IT and operations support, where he honed his expertise in cybersecurity.
