
×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is pleased to present the Future Leaders of Intermodal Program (FLIP). This yearlong program, now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Cohort, provides educational and networking opportunities for ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ members’ rising stars to take their careers to the next level.
Have someone in mind for Cohort 3 (including yourself)? Check out the details below to see if they are a good fit and encourage them to apply today!

FLIP Objectives:
- Fostering professional development to ensure the retention and elevation of quality talent within the industry.
- Promoting dialogue and new perspectives that will sustain intermodal’s continued growth and innovation.
- Providing learning and networking opportunities through the guidance of industry veterans and exposure to industry events.
- Educating about intermodal from the basics to more advanced topics affecting the industry.
- Breaking down silos to foster collaboration and understanding across all modes within the industry.
Hear from Our Inaugural Cohort
Eligibility:
To be considered, an applicant must:
- Be an employee of an ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ member company in good standing;
- Have support of a representative of senior management at their company;
- Hold a title equivalent to Manager or below;
- Have a maximum of 2-5 years’ experience in the industry;
- More than 1 applicant may apply per company but no more than 2 may be chosen.
Registration Timeline:
- May 6, 2026: Applications Open
- June 15, 2026: Application Deadline (11:59 pm ET)
- June 16 – July 9, 2026: Applications Reviewed & Chosen
- July 10, 2026: Cohort Announced
Note: There is no fee to apply nor is there a fee if accepted to participate. ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ event registration fees will be covered by ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ; all charges for travel/lodging must be paid for by the individual/their company and are not subsidized by ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ.
Schedule of Activities
Part 1 of 2: Schedule of Required Activities: Cohort runs from August 2026 to EXPO 2027
Note: Participants must attend/complete all required activities. Virtual Meet Ups are approximately 1.25 hours each; participation at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ events includes both dedicated FLIP sessions and general meeting activities.
- August 2026: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 1: Reflections on the Intermodal Journey
- September 14-16, 2026: Cohort Kickoff at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ EXPO: Long Beach, CA
- January 2027: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 2: Leading in Intermodal
- March 2027: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 3: Next-Level Intermodal Operations
- May 3-5, 2027: ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Intermodal Business Meeting: Denver, CO
- July 2027: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 4: Telling the Story: Championing Intermodal Beyond Your Office
- September 2027: Cohort Completion Celebration at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ EXPO: Long Beach, CA
Part 2 of 2: Additional Required Activities
- Attend a virtual 1-on-1 peer mentor session with a FLIP Alum every other month (1 hour each/to be scheduled between you and mentor)
- Attend 4 ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ educational webinars of your choice throughout the year (1 hour each)
- Participate on an ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Committee (Attend at least 1 meeting)
- Complete a final 1–2-page report detailing your experiences and learning outcomes from FLIP, as well as reflections tied to required activities.
Part 1 of 2: Schedule of Required Activities: Cohort runs from August 2025 to EXPO 2026
Note: Participants must attend/complete all required activities. Virtual Meet Ups are approximately 1.25 hours each; participation at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ events includes both dedicated FLIP sessions and general meeting activities.
- August 2025: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 1: Reflections on the Intermodal Journey
- September 15-17, 2025: Cohort Kickoff at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ EXPO: Long Beach, CA
- February 2026: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 2: Telling the Story: Championing Intermodal Beyond Your Office
- March 2026: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 3: Leading in Intermodal
- May 4-6, 2026: ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Business Meeting: New Orleans, LA
- July 2026: FLIP Virtual Meet Up 4: Next-Level Intermodal OperationsÂ
- September 14-16, 2026: Cohort Completion Celebration at ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ EXPO: Long Beach, CA
Part 2 of 2: Additional Required Activities
- Attend one in-person modal association meeting or online educational session representative of your company’s division (i.e. AASHTO, AAPA Powers Summit, ATA MC&E, RSA Annual Meeting, TPM, TIA Capital Ideas Summit, online webinars, summits, etc)
- Attend four ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ educational webinars (which are open to all ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ members) of your choice during your cohort (1 hour each)
- Participate on an ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Committee (Attend at least 1 meeting)
- Complete a final 1–2-page report detailing your experiences and learning outcomes from FLIP, as well as reflections tied to required activities.
Application
- The applicant must fill out their own application, including providing a letter of recommendation from a member of senior management at their company.
- There is no fee to apply nor is there a fee if accepted to participate.
- ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ event registration fees will be covered by ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ; all charges for travel/lodging must be paid for by the individual/their company and are not subsidized by ×îÐÂÂé¶¹ÊÓÆµ.
Still have questions? Contact education@intermodal.org for assistance!
