Exhibitor Workshop | IMTS September 14 - 19, 2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Exhibitor Workshop!

The sessions were engaging, the conversations were impactful, and the networking reminded us why getting people together in the same room still matters.

We're grateful to our speakers, partners, and attendees for bringing such great energy and ideas. Session recordings will be available for playback in mid-February, and photos will be added by the end of the week - so check back soon.

Until then, thanks for being part of it. See you in September at IMTS!

WORKSHOP HOME | FULL SCHEDULE

Sessions by Date | Sessions by Event Type

TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY

Tuesday, January 27
First Timers Meet Up Tuesday, January 27 \| 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM \| Location: S100
Reception Tuesday, January 27 \| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM \| Location: Prairie Room, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

Wednesday, January 28
Breakfast Wednesday, January 28 \| 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM \| Location: S100
Welcome Wednesday, January 28 \| 8:30 AM \| Location: S100
State of Manufacturing Wednesday, January 28 \| 8:35 AM \| Main Stage \| Location: S100
Opening Keynote: Leading Through Global Change Wednesday, January 28 \| 9:05 AM - 10:00 AM \| Main Stage \| Location: S100
Break Wednesday, January 28 \| 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM \| Location: S100
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM	OPERATIONS TRACK Operations & Planning: Foundations for Success Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK Speaking Their Language: Communicating to Your Ideal Customer Location: S102AB	EXECUTIVE TRACK Leading Through Global Change: The Conversation Continues Location: S100
10:55 AM - 11:25 AM	OPERATIONS TRACK What You Need to Know About Hanging Signs Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK The Marketing Blueprint Location: S102AB	EXECUTIVE TRACK Applying AI: What Manufacturers Need to Know Today Location: S100
11:35 AM - 12:00 PM	OPERATIONS TRACK Inside the e-Kit Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK Achieving ROI: What Works, What Doesn't Location: S102AB	EXECUTIVE TRACK Cybersecurity in Manufacturing: Protecting Your Data, Your Brand, and Your Business Location: S100
Lunch Wednesday, January 28 \| 11:30 PM - 1:00 PM \| Location: S100
Anticipating Demand: Staying Ahead of Customer Needs Wednesday, January 28 \| 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM \| Main Stage \| Location: S100
1:40 PM - 2:10 PM	OPERATIONS TRACK Understanding Custom Blocks Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK In Your Face(book): How to Utilize Social Media Location: S102AB	EXECUTIVE TRACK The Manufacturing Economy Ahead Location: S100
2:20 PM - 2:50 PM	OPERATIONS TRACK What Every Exhibitor Should Know About Electrical Packages Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK Beyond the Basics: Advanced Marketing for Results Location: S102AB	EXECUTIVE TRACK Using Digital Tools to Assure IMTS is a Success to Drive Company Growth Location: S100
Break Wednesday, January 28 \| 2:50 PM - 3:05 PM \| Location: S100
New Exhibitors – Why Should the Right Attendees Prioritize Your Booth? Wednesday, January 28 \| 3:05 PM - 4:25 PM \| Location: S102D \| SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
Collaborative Round Tables Wednesday, January 28 \| 3:05 PM - 3:35 PM \| SPECIALTY PROGRAMS \| Location: S100
Collaborative Round Tables Wednesday, January 28 \| 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM \| SPECIALTY PROGRAMS \| Location: S100
Happy Hour Wednesday, January 28 \| 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM \| Location: S100

Thursday, January 29
Breakfast Wednesday, January 28 \| 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM \| Location: S100
Welcome Thursday, January 29\| 8:30 AM \| Location: S100
State of IMTS Thursday, January 29 \| 8:35 AM - 8:55 AM \| Main Stage \| Location: S100
Economic Forecast Thursday, January 29\| 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM \| Main Stage \| Location: S100
Break Thursday, January 29 \| 9:30 AM - 9:45 AM \| Location: S100
Maximize Your Reach: Generating Better Leads with Exhibitor Passport Thursday, January 29\| 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM \| SPECIALTY PROGRAMS \| Location: S102D
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	OPERATIONS TRACK Your Booth, Your Team: Training for Success Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK Media Engagement & PR: Building Visibility That Matters Location: S102AB
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	OPERATIONS TRACK Understanding Custom Blocks Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK Beyond the Floor: Boosting Your Online Exhibitor Profile Location: S102AB
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM	OPERATIONS TRACK Smart Spending, Strategic Saving Location: S101	MARKETING TRACK The Marketing Blueprint Location: S102AB
Closing Remarks Thursday, January 29\| 11:45 AM