Next Generation and OTA-Schulich Programs are back for 2025!
(TORONTO, Feb. 25, 2025) — Wondering how to take the next step up the leadership ladder? Want to meet likeminded industry professionals and expand your business network? If so, the time to invest in your future is now. Registration is now open for the Next Generation and OTA-Schulich ExecEd Leaders Certificate programs!
Back for its 11th year, OTA’s original hit, the Next Generation Certificate program, is the premier leadership communication and networking program in the transportation industry. Developed through a membership driven process and delivered by the highly esteemed The Humphrey Group, the program is an intensive leadership communication course for the future leaders of the trucking industry. The goal of the three-part certificate program is to strengthen a leader’s ability to communicate effectively and inspire action in others they work with – from drivers, to customers, to executive teams.
The program has served as a valuable platform for emerging professionals in the industry for a decade, enabling people to connect and build relationships, network, and meet other likeminded individuals while learning valuable tools to continue advancing their leadership communication skills. The program has graduated nearly 400 participants from companies of all sizes, throughout Ontario and Canada.
All registrants in the Next Generation program must be OTA members in good standing. Members can click here and register now to join the program.
Check out this video to see what past grads had to say about the benefits of the program.
“OTA Next-Gen empowers individuals by building confidence in their leadership abilities while fostering connections across the transportation industry. By providing the tools to enhance decision-making, communication, and new methods of thinking, OTA Next-Gen cultivates confident leaders who can drive innovation, collaboration, and growth within the industry.”
- Mitch Thibert, Director of Operations – Eastern Local, Regional and US Tandem Divisions, Contrans Flatbed Group, OTA LEAD Committee Co-Chair
“As a graduate of both LEAD programs, I can confidently say they are enriching. These programs equip you with critical skills, fresh perspectives, and invaluable connections with industry peers, empowering you to excel in our rapidly evolving field. Investing in your growth and leadership potential through Next Gen and Schulich programs is not just about advancing your career – it’s about shaping the future of our industry and strengthening the community that drives it forward.”
- Antoine Dutil, Mobile Service Coordinator, Manac Inc., OTA LEAD Committee Co-Chair.
The Schulich Leaders Certificate program is also back for 2025. Developed in 2017 in partnership with the Schulich School of Business at York University, which is ranked as one of the top business schools in Canada and worldwide, the four-day program builds off the foundation of the Next Generation program by focusing on creating an innovative mindset within leaders and using that experience to drive innovation in the workplace.
Driving Innovation is a key part of the strategic planning process and is the number one strategic driver to help grow any business. Whether it’s launching new products, implementing new equipment, or improving IT or other operational systems, this program is ideal for future leaders looking at new ways to create value for their customers and organizations.
All participants in the OTA-Schulich ExecEd Leaders Certificate program must be graduates of the Next Generation Certificate program to register. Next Gen program graduates that meet eligibility for the program will be sent an email invite allowing them to register for the OTA-Schulich program for 2025.
OTA members can register here at a cost of $2075 for the Next Generation Program, and Next Generation program graduates can register here for the OTA-Schulich program for $2450.
For more information on both programs including content and course schedule, you can view our brochure here.
The Next Generation program begins in June and the OTA-SEEC in April, so register early to reserve your spot. Training is provided in small groups, so space is limited!
For more information on either program, please contact lak.shoan@ontruck.org.
For registration related questions, please contact otaevents@ontruck.org.