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ABOUT
The Inaugural Gatehouse Purchasing Spring Summit 2026 brings together the most forward-thinking independent operators, industry leaders, and strategic partners in waste and recycling, heavy-duty transportation, and construction services.
The invitation-only event provides a rare opportunity to connect directly with Gatehouse Members and Preferred Partners in a setting built for meaningful conversations, relationship-building, and long-term value creation.
Programming will balance structured sessions with ample time for peer networking, partner engagement, and strategic sessions including operational best practices, proper tire management, mergers and acquistions, procurement strategies and much more!
The Gatehouse Spring Summit is not a trade show. It is a working forum for operators and partners who believe that scale, transparency, and collaboration create a competitive advantage.
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FEATURED SPEAKERS
SAM KEENAN
Managing Director
Kinderhook Industries
CAMERON BRIGANCE
Chief Operating Officer
Liberty Disposal, Inc.
SCOTT JENKINS
Chief Operating Officer
Apex Waste Solutions
JASON ALBERT
Corporate Sales Executive
Southern Tire Mart
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SCHEDULE
TUESDAY,
APRIL 14th
WEDNESDAY,
APRIL 15th
WEDNESDAY,
APRIL 15th
THURSDAY,
APRIL 16th
04:00
Hotel Check-In
*Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Resort & Spa
06:00
Happy Hour
*Mansion Ballroom
07:30
Dinner and Curated Bourbon Tasting
*Mansion Ballroom
07:00 - 8:00
The Business Stuff
Breakfast Buffet
*Salon D
08:00
Welcome & State of the Union
08:15 - 8:55
SESSION 1 Operations Unlocked: Efficiency, Safety, and Real-World Cheat Codes
Speakers:
Scott Jenkins (COO) Apex Waste
Andrew Tortora
(VP of Ops)
Walters
Cameron Brigance (VP of Ops)
Liberty Disposal
09:05 - 9:45
SESSION 2
The Tire Trap: What's Really Driving Costs
Speakers:
Jason Albert (National Accounts) Southern Tire Mart
Dustin Emch
(Senior Fleet Executive) Bridgestone
Matt Thornhill
(Director of Fleet Operations) Gatehouse
The Fun Stuff
11:45- 12:10
Shuttles to Keeneland Horse Track
*Please ensure you adhere to the apparel guidelines
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Shuttle 1: 11:30am
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Shuttle 2: 11:40pm
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Main Shuttle
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Shuttle 3: 11:50pm
*Meet the shuttles at the hotel lobby entrance
8:30 - 11:00
Golf Outing
*Marriott Griffin Gate Courses
*Optional
*Tee times will be available, but you are responsible for the round.
12:00 - 2:00
Lunch
*Keeneland Room
11:00
Hotel
Check-Out
*Be safe getting home!
1:00 - 5:30
Horse Races
*Every 45 minutes
4:30 - 5:15
Shuttles back to Marriott Griffin Gate
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Shuttle 1: 4:30pm
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Shuttle 2: 4:50pm
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Main Shuttle
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Shuttle 3: 5:15pm
*Meet the Shuttles at the Bus Lot outside of the Keeneland gates
7:00 - 9:30
Group Dinner and Drinks
*Mansion Ballroom
09:45 - 10:00
BREAK
10:00 - 10:40
SESSION 3
M&A Unfiltered: What We Want, What to Avoid, and Why it Matters
Speakers:
Sam Keenan (Managing Director) Kinderhook Industries
Park Carrere
(Chief Development Officer) Waste Eliminator
Jeff Kendall
(CEO) Laurel Mountain Partners/5280
10:45 - 11:00
Closing Remarks
and Q&A
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INFO
FAQ
Q: How many tickets do we get?
A: Depends on your membership/sponsorship tier
*Capacity is severly limited. Each member will receive an email with the exact number of tickets available for your company.
Q: Can I bring my spouse?
A: Yes*
*Gatehouse events are limited in capacity. Spouses will NOT be able to attend the races (with our suite), however may attend the Opening Reception amd/or Wednesday Recepotion with a paid ticket.
Q: What is covered by my registration?
A: Thanks to our sponsors, members will enjoy minimal expeditures.
Dinners Included. Drinks Included.
Keeneland Race Tickets Included.
Travel and hotel accomodations are your responsibility.
