Meeting
Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting and Food Expo
Date:
–
Time:
All Day
McCormick Place South
2301 S King Dr
Chicago IL 60616
Chicago IL 60616
Events & Activities Overview
Every event and activity at IFT16 is an opportunity to expand your professional network. From celebrations to informal networking functions to volunteer activities and leading food science recruiting events, you’ll find virtually unlimited opportunities to connect with colleagues while having a great time.
New - Dine with Us at the IFT Bistro
Bistro Food
New this year, take advantage of our IFT Bistro, an all-inclusive dining area right on the expo floor, featuring comfortable seating for conversations or meetings, as well as a variety of healthy and tempting lunch options. Advance reservations are required. Learn more and view our sample menus.
Also New…
The Innovation Zone, where you can meet with the developers of new products, technologies, and other innovations to gain inspiration for your own product development initiatives
Featured Sessions, featuring Jacques Rousseau, Ben Goldacre, Bev Postma, and more
The On Trend exhibit, where you can view a showcase of the latest product innovations being featured on the expo floor
The New Exhibitors Pavilion, where you can connect with companies never before seen on the IFT expo floor
The ePosters area, where in only 10 minutes you can get a detailed download on technical research that’s focused on today’s hottest topic areas
Pop-up sessions, which take place after several of IFT’s most popular education sessions, which give you the opportunity to sit down and continue the conversation with your peers
And be Sure to Join Us for…
Here are just a few of the activities you can expect to take advantage of at IFT16:
Awards Celebration and Welcome Reception
Division events, including planning sessions, socials, and the Division Networking Reception
The Career Center Live open networking event and formal interviews
Technical Field Trips
Student competitions and social events
Activities for new professionals
IFTSA & Feeding Tomorrow 5K Fun Run/Walk
Family activities and tours
And more!
Be sure to watch for more details on these special activities!
Every event and activity at IFT16 is an opportunity to expand your professional network. From celebrations to informal networking functions to volunteer activities and leading food science recruiting events, you’ll find virtually unlimited opportunities to connect with colleagues while having a great time.
New - Dine with Us at the IFT Bistro
Bistro Food
New this year, take advantage of our IFT Bistro, an all-inclusive dining area right on the expo floor, featuring comfortable seating for conversations or meetings, as well as a variety of healthy and tempting lunch options. Advance reservations are required. Learn more and view our sample menus.
Also New…
The Innovation Zone, where you can meet with the developers of new products, technologies, and other innovations to gain inspiration for your own product development initiatives
Featured Sessions, featuring Jacques Rousseau, Ben Goldacre, Bev Postma, and more
The On Trend exhibit, where you can view a showcase of the latest product innovations being featured on the expo floor
The New Exhibitors Pavilion, where you can connect with companies never before seen on the IFT expo floor
The ePosters area, where in only 10 minutes you can get a detailed download on technical research that’s focused on today’s hottest topic areas
Pop-up sessions, which take place after several of IFT’s most popular education sessions, which give you the opportunity to sit down and continue the conversation with your peers
And be Sure to Join Us for…
Here are just a few of the activities you can expect to take advantage of at IFT16:
Awards Celebration and Welcome Reception
Division events, including planning sessions, socials, and the Division Networking Reception
The Career Center Live open networking event and formal interviews
Technical Field Trips
Student competitions and social events
Activities for new professionals
IFTSA & Feeding Tomorrow 5K Fun Run/Walk
Family activities and tours
And more!
Be sure to watch for more details on these special activities!