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2026 Suppliers’ Expo

Lake Erie Suppliers’ Expo 2026

Wednesday, May 20 @ 3:00 pm 6:30 pm EDT

Signature of Solon Country Club

Explore the latest in food ingredients, services, logistics, and more – all FREE for attendees! Attendees represent all sectors of the food industry, from packaging to manufacturing, to R&D and food safety, to marketing and sales and beyond.

Explore the latest in food ingredients, services, logistics, and more – all FREE for attendees! Attendees represent all sectors of the food industry, from packaging to manufacturing, to R&D and food safety, to marketing and sales and beyond. With professionals in industry, academia, and government, we strive to promote all aspects of the global food system.

Exhibitors also represent all sectors of the food industry as well! Check out the latest in food ingredients, flavors, lab equipment, processing equipment, food processing, distributors and contract services.

Attendees have the opportunity to explore the latest in food ingredients, services, logistics, and more – all for free. Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar throughout the Expo, then stay around for the social hour from 7-8 PM.

Schedule
12:00 – 2:30 PMExhibitor Set up
3:00 – 6:30 PMExpo with appetizers and cash bar

Location

We are back to the Signature of Solon Country Club! Join us as we return to a great location for both the Expo and the Golf Outing. Plenty of hotels to choose from.

Map Out Your Day

Before or during the Expo, check out the floor plan!

Using the iOS or Android mobile app? Search “Lake Erie Section IFT 2026 Expo,” and select it. (If our expo doesn’t immediately show up, pull down on the search list area to refresh the page)

Once you’re viewing our show, tap the heart icon in the top right corner to save it to your favorites for easier viewing later on.

Check out the Floor Plan to view current exhibitors. Search by product and service to map out your day!

2025 Buyer’s Guide

Missed last year’s expo? Catch up with who exhibited.

Space Information

Exhibitors will enjoy a hall with plenty of space – 8’x6’ area with a 6 foot table, 2 chairs, and carpet. Also enjoy a free drink ticket with lunch available for purchase and delivered to you while you set up your booth space. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available all through the Expo.

Fees:

$425 Early Bird Discount (through 03/13/2026)
$450 Standard Fee

Tabletop Includes:

  • 8’x6′ booth space
  • 6′ table
  • 2 chairs
  • Carpet
  • Booths along wall and red posts have access to electricity for $25.00 Also available! Access to kitchen and equipment.
    Instructions: Registering a Booth

    Booths with a green fill are open for reservation.

    1. Zoom into the map booth below to see more details on each booth – number, size, and cost.
    2. Once you’ve found the right booth, click on it to select. The panel on the left should display the relevant booth information.
    3. When you’re ready to move forward, click “reserve” on the left panel. You’ll be taken to the exhibitor portal to complete your reservation.
    4. In the registration page, you’re able to select booth add-ons & sponsorships to your reservation.
    5. Once you’ve selected any add-ons & your information is correctly entered – press “Reserve” at the bottom of the page. You’re all set!

    Once you’ve registered you’ll receive information via the provided email, as well as the link to your individual exhibitor portal.

    Map Out Your Day

    Before or during the Expo, check out the floor plan!

    Using the iOS or Android mobile app? Search “Lake Erie Section IFT 2026 Expo,” and select it. (If our expo doesn’t immediately show up, pull down on the search list area to refresh the page)

    Once you’re viewing our show, tap the heart icon in the top right corner to save it to your favorites for easier viewing later on.

    Check out the Floor Plan to view current exhibitors. Search by product and service to map out your day!

    2025 Buyer’s Guide

    Missed last year’s expo? Catch up with who exhibited.

    Priority Registration Booth Selection
    Banner / Signage at Registration
    Logo / Link on all eMarketing & Suppliers’ Day Webpages
    Logo in Booth on Floor Plan
    Logo on Scrolling Banner on Website
    eBlast to LEIFT Membership
    Logo in Header of Floor Plan
    Featured Listing on Floor Plan
    Buyers’ Guide Ads
    Bag Sponsor (Limit of 1)
    Lanyard Sponsor (Limit of 1)
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    Logo ($50)
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