IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo 2023 | Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) | 16 July 2023 | McCormick Place, 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

This event is the place where science of food professionals gather to debate and discuss science and new innovations, explore ingredients and technologies for the future, and collaborate on key issues impacting the global food system.

What Can You Expect in 2023?

• A Food Expo featuring more than 800 exhibitors offering the latest in food science intelligence, non-stop food tastings, and exposure to food tech innovation
• More than 100 scientific sessions and multi-disciplinary discussions focused on ground-breaking science and solutions in novel technology and innovation, sustainability and climate, food safety, and more.
• Nearly 500 posters featuring cutting-edge science and research impacting the future of food.
• Multiple opportunities for high-value, intentional networking with science of food professionals who can help you achieve your goals. Set up your own meetings with your colleagues and participate in Braindates for peer-to-peer engagement. Be sure to attend to the Monday Night Professional Networking event featuring 19 division socials.
• Fireside chats and Business FIRST sessions on the Expo floor offering attendees 20- to 30-minute case studies and presentations on trends, ingredients, and applied science.
• 100 food and food tech startups plus a multi-day pitch competition in the Startup Pavilion.

2023 Sponsors

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS:
• Colony Gums
• Ingredion
• Pate & Juice
• Sweegen

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS:
• Ajinomoto
• Bartek
• Bepex
• Blue California
• Cargill
• DSM
• FCC
• Hilmar
• Jungbunzlauer
• Mars Wrigley
• Pepsico
• Revela Foods
• Wintersun

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS:
• Almonds
• Ardents Mills
• Caldic
• Campden
• CINDE
• Coca Cola
• Custom Flavors
• Euro Fins
• Gelita
• ICL
• Innophos
• Layn
• Leprino
• Prinova
• Purina
• Netzsch
• Niu Source
• Richardson
• Schrodinger
• Tate & Lyle
• Trace Gains Gather