Spring Meeting
We’re looking forward to a high-impact Spring Meeting featuring IME committee meetings, premier networking opportunities, and meaningful engagement with key policymakers.
A central highlight is our annual Hill Day on Capitol Hill, where you’ll meet directly with the members of Congress who represent you in Washington. You’ll also hear valuable insights from senior officials from the Trump Administration.
To ensure you’re fully prepared for all aspects of the meeting—including our advocacy initiatives—we’ve consolidated all essential materials on the Spring Meeting website. Above, you’ll find tabs directing you to the full meeting schedule, committee agendas, speaker bios and more.
Below, you’ll find detailed information to support a successful Hill Day experience including:
Advocacy & Associates App
Stay informed about your Hill Day schedule and download the Advocacy & Associates App for your smart phone, which includes your personalized schedule, meeting locations, and details about your Capitol Hill visits.
Advocacy Tips
Make the most of your time with policymakers with advocacy tips from IME that provide guidance on how to communicate effectively and get your point across during your meetings.
Issue One-Pagers
We’ll be highlighting several key policy issues that directly impact our industry. Access and review our latest one-pagers to support your conversations:
Spring Meeting Briefing Webinar Replay
If you weren’t able to join us live, you can watch the Webinar replay to get a full briefing on what to expect at the Spring Meeting, including advocacy priorities, logistics, and tips from IME staff.
Hotel Information:
Hotel Washington
515 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20004
Since 1917, Hotel Washington has been hosting those in the know. Steps from the White House lawn, we are part of the capital's heartbeat, and a stopping point for world leaders, dignitaries, entrepreneurs, and elevated thinkers. While there are many hotels in Washington, there is only one Hotel Washington.
Need Assistance? Please contact Colleen Flood at cflood@ime.org
Click HERE to view the most recent schedule of events for the 2025 Spring Meeting.
Please click on the respective links for committee meeting agendas.
Transportation, Distribution and Security Committee
Speaker Biographies
Acting ATF Director Daniel P. Driscoll
Daniel P. Driscoll currently serves as the Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and as the 26th Secretary of the Army, following appointments by President Donald J. Trump. In these roles, he oversees the enforcement of federal firearms and explosives laws, supports violent crime investigations, and manages the Army’s operations, modernization, and resources for over a million Soldiers and Civilians. A former U.S. Army Armor Officer, Driscoll deployed to Iraq with the 10th Mountain Division and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, Ranger Tab, and Combat Action Badge.
Driscoll brings a diverse background in law and business to his public service, having earned a J.D. from Yale Law School and held leadership roles in investment banking, private equity, and venture capital. He is a member of the North Carolina State Bar and several veterans' organizations. A native of Boone, North Carolina, Driscoll comes from a family with deep military roots and lives with his wife and two children.
Sushan Demirjian, Assistant U.S. Trade Representative
Sushan Demirjian is an Assistant U.S. Representative for Small Business, Market Access, and Industrial Competitiveness is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing U.S. trade policy related to a broad range of U.S. manufacturing and industrial sectors, such as information and communications technology, autos, capital goods, machinery and equipment, chemicals, energy, steel and other metals, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, forest products, and consumer products. She also oversees USTR’s efforts to expand trade opportunities for U.S. small and medium-sized businesses.
Representative August Pfluger
Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) is currently serving his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Pfluger serves on the Committees on Homeland Security and Energy and Commerce, which both have jurisdiction over CFATS.
Serving his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman August Pfluger represents 20 counties in Texas’ 11th congressional district, including Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, Killeen, Brownwood, and Llano.
Representative Darin LaHood
Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-16) is currently serving his sixth term in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. LaHood serves on the Committee on Ways and Means, which has jurisdiction over tax writing and trade.
The 16th District spans 21 counties across central and northwestern Illinois, ranging from McLean County (Bloomington-Normal) and Peoria County (Peoria) to Winnebago (Rockford) and Jo Daviess (Galena). LaHood serves over 725,000 constituents.
2025 Spring Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities
Gain premium exposure and showcase your brand with IME’s exclusive sponsorship opportunities! Elevate your company’s visibility while directly engaging with key industry leaders. This is your chance to make a lasting impact—secure your sponsorship today! If you have any questions or are interested in sponsoring the meeting, please contact Colleen Flood at cflood@ime.org.
