Ohio Valley IFT Suppliers Day Expo

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

OVIFT Networking Event

📍 Smash Park Westerville · 495 Polaris Parkway, Westerville, OH 43082

6:00–8:00 PM

Connect with the Ohio Valley IFT community for a night of networking and fun ahead of the Expo! This event is open to members and nonmembers.

Get Your Tickets for Networking Event 9/23

Thursday, September 24, 2026

FREE Educational Program & Suppliers Day Expo

📍 Quest Conference Center · 9200 Worthington Rd, Westerville, OH 43082

1:00–3:00 PM Educational Seminar (Learn More)
3:00–6:00 PM Supplier Expo

FREE to attend! The Educational Program & Expo is open to IFT members and nonmembers. Join us for a full day of education, networking and the opportunity to connect with industry suppliers.

Want to exhibit? Tabletop exhibits are available for $700. Complete details are on this page.

REGISTER FOR A TABLETOP

$700 – Tabletop – 6 foot draped table, 2 chairs and Company I.D.

Exhibited last year? You’ll need your priority email to register. If it’s missing, email iftexpos@optonline.net for a copy.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION

PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

Promote yourself and our Suppliers Night! Feel free to download and use the promotional material below. Share them with your customers and prospects.

Add your company logo & table #

EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR DETAILS

FREE TO ATTEND

1:00 – 2:00 PM From Insight to Impact: Leveraging AI & Data Science Across the Product Lifecycle

SPEAKER: Martial Sankar, Nestlé Research and Development

2:00 – 3:00 PM Beyond Avocado Toast: The Real Drivers Behind Gen Z Food Decisions

SPEAKER: Suzy Badaracco, Culinary Tides, Inc.

Learn More

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

For your convenience, we have negotiated special group rates at these nearby hotels:

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris
8411 Pulsar Pl, Columbus, OH 43240
Phone: (614) 885-8400
Check-in: 3PM | Check-out: 12:00PM
Rate: $144/night — Book by August 24, 2026
Includes: Free hot breakfast, free parking

Book Your Room — Hampton Inn & Suites

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbus Polaris
9000 Worthington Rd, Westerville, OH 43082
Phone: (614) 568-0770
Check-in: 3PM | Check-out: 12:00PM
Rate: $119/night, plus taxes and fees — Book by September 3, 2026
Includes: Mini fridge, hot breakfast buffet, free parking

Book Your Room — Fairfield by Marriott

Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris
8505 Pulsar Pl, Columbus, OH 43240
Phone: (614) 844-5888
Check-in: 3PM | Check-out: 11:00AM
Group rate details coming soon — check back for booking information.
Includes: Free parking (breakfast available on-site for a daily fee)

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Ohio Valley Section IFT sponsors play a vital role in supporting students in the food science discipline in the Section universities. Their contributions fund scholarships, and professional development, providing students with the resources they need to succeed and shape the future of the food industry. Click the link below for the tiers, benefits, and sponsorship fees. Payment can be made with your tabletop purchase.

Sponsorship Opportunities – OVIFT 2026

Bronze – $250 | Silver – $500 | Gold – $750 | Platinum – $1,000 | Titanium – $2,500

When you’ve decided which Sponsorship Package you would like to purchase, click on the level below, add it to your checkout and proceed to payment.

FLOOR PLAN & SEE WHO’S EXHIBITING

Floor Plan See Who’s Exhibiting

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

Need Name Tags? Here’s how to add your name tags:

Click on your auto-login (if you need the link, contact oviftexpo@gmail.com). Click Badges located to the left of the Edit Profile button. Click Add New and enter the information required.

Exhibitor Details

EXHIBITORS: Bring a Door Prize or Purchase a Gift Card

Purchase your gift card by clicking on the amount you want:

$25.00 | $50.00 | $75.00 | $100.00