Exhibitor Workshop Highlights

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2026 IMTS Exhibitor Workshop! With more than 300 registrants, 26 sessions across three tracks, and four dedicated networking opportunities, the energy and idea-sharing throughout the event made it clear why getting people together in the same room still matters.

We’re grateful to our speakers, sponsors, partners, and attendees for bringing such thoughtful insights and great momentum to the workshop. You can now explore event highlights and dive into the session replay library to revisit key takeaways and catch anything you missed.

Save the Date! IMTS Spring Training Kicks Off in April

Spend a focused half-day building your game plan for IMTS, from drawing the right traffic to your booth and showing up strong on the floor to capturing qualified leads and following up in ways that convert interest into real business. Here’s where you’ll find us:

Chicago | April 15
HEIDENHAIN Corp.
Schaumburg, IL

Cincinnati | April 21
Mazak Corp.
Florence, KY

Detroit | April 23
FANUC America Corp.
Rochester Hills, MI

Los Angeles | April 28
Location TBD

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Webinar: Identify Your Event-Specific Target Audience for IMTS 2026

February 26, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ET

Who do you want to meet at IMTS 2026? Hint: the correct answer is not “everyone.” At a massive trade show like IMTS, attendees won’t have time to visit every exhibitor… and you won’t have time to connect with every attendee either. So, you’ll have to get specific!

In this fast-paced, 30-minute session, you will learn who typically attends IMTS and some key insights from our favorite trade show trainer, Robyn from Exhibitors WINH, based on our attendee surveys, panels, and more.

Vendor Partner Spotlight

Maritz

Collecting and managing leads at IMTS doesn't have to be overwhelming. XPress Leads by Maritz, the official IMTS lead retrieval vendor, helps capture leads quickly and reliably at your booth.

Whether using our app or rental devices, your team can scan badges to capture and qualify leads quickly. Add custom qualifiers and literature follow-ups as optional enhancements.

Want to increase booth engagement? Use Digital Backpack to share content through QR codes. When attendees scan them to collect content, their info is added to your exhibitor portal.

Access solutions for exhibition success at xpressleadpro.com with show code IMTS0926.

Questions? Contact Georgia Martin at georgia.martin@maritz.com.

CMAC

CMAC is the premier transportation management services company serving trade shows, conventions, and corporate meetings throughout North America for over 50 years. Our experienced professionals have proven success in transportation system design and management for everything from the largest conventions in the country to corporate meetings, airport meet and greets, and VIP transfers.

We’ve been a proud IMTS Vendor Partner for many years and offer special transportation services during the show for group events, VIP transport, off-site events, and general charter services. Email us at maryt@cmac.net if you’d like more information on transportation services during IMTS 2026!

More Information

Last Call: Submit Your Freight Planner by March 2

The clock is ticking on one of the most important preshow deadlines, your Freight Planner submission. Completing this step not only helps provide an early estimate of your Custom Block placement, but it also ensures your booth is assigned the right target dates, equipment, and crews for a smooth move-in. The initial deadline is Monday, March 2, and submission is mandatory for booths over 600 square feet.

Need assistance? Our Chicago-based IMTS call center is ready to help via email at IMTSservice@ges.com or by phone at 866-280-7765. For detailed freight or machinery questions, you can also reach out directly to tgilmorejr@ges.com.

3 Things Exhibitors Should Know

New IMTS Exhibitor Education events are now on the calendar. Take a look at the full lineup here.
Check out the IMTS Exhibitor Planning Guide in PDF format here. This is your go-to guide for all things IMTS, helping you plan to the best of your ability!
Call for Speakers is open! Abstracts are now being accepted for the IMTS 2026 Conference. The deadline to submit is March 6.

Contact Us

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Not sure where to start? Reach out to Jessica and Asa at 800-828-7469 or info@IMTS.com. We’re all ears Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

INSPIRING THE EXTRAORDINARY
International Manufacturing Technology Show • September 9 - 14, 2026
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, USA

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