SupplySide West 2024 is the premier event for professionals in the health, nutrition, and wellness industries, offering a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and explore the latest innovations. Scheduled from October 28 to October 31, 2024, at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, NV, this event is co-located with Food Ingredients North America, making it a comprehensive gathering of industry experts, suppliers, and buyers. If you’re involved in the dietary supplement, food and beverage, pet health, or personal care sectors, this is the event to be at.
Why Attend SupplySide West 2024?
Networking with Industry Leaders
One of the key attractions of SupplySide West 2024 is its immense networking potential. With over 20,000 participants expected, including professionals from various sectors such as dietary supplements, food and beverage, pet health, and personal care, it provides an unparalleled platform to build relationships, share insights, and discover new business opportunities. Whether you are a supplier or a buyer, this event offers the chance to meet high-level decision-makers and collaborate on cutting-edge solutions.
More Than 1,500 Exhibiting Companies
The event will host more than 1,500 companies representing a diverse range of sectors within the health and wellness industry. This includes:
- Ingredient suppliers for food, beverages, and supplements
- Flavor and fragrance suppliers
- Packaging and labeling suppliers
- Equipment and machinery providers
- Lab testing and analytical service firms
- Contract manufacturers
- Wholesalers, distributors, and brokers
With such a diverse array of exhibitors, attendees will have the opportunity to explore innovative products, services, and technologies that can drive their businesses forward.
Learning and Educational Opportunities
135+ Hours of Education
SupplySide West 2024 offers 135+ hours of educational sessions, ensuring that participants leave the event with actionable knowledge and insights. The sessions are designed to cover the hottest topics shaping the health and nutrition landscape, from scientific developments to business strategies. These education hours are spread across various session types, each tailored to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Deep Dive Education Sessions
The event features eight two-hour deep-dive education sessions, where industry experts will lead in-depth discussions on nutrition and wellness topics. These sessions will equip attendees with the practical knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of today’s fast-paced wellness industry.
Learning Power-Hour Sessions
For those looking to gain insights quickly, the event offers eight one-hour power-hour sessions. These condensed sessions are packed with valuable information, focusing on key topics to ensure participants walk away with rich learnings in a short time frame.
Knowledge and Networking Sessions
One of the unique aspects of SupplySide West is its blend of education and networking. The knowledge and networking sessions are 105-minute learning events, followed by a 60-minute happy hour for Q&A and networking. These sessions provide a casual environment for attendees to connect with peers and industry leaders while discussing the most relevant issues.
Professional Development Workshops
SupplySide West also offers two professional development workshops, each lasting 90 minutes. These workshops are specifically designed to help attendees advance in their careers within the health and nutrition industries. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or expand your professional network, these workshops provide the perfect platform for growth.
Engage with Industry Thought-Leaders
SupplySide West 2024 brings together some of the most respected experts and thought-leaders in the industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from prominent speakers, including:
- J. Kathleen (“Katie”) Bond – Partner
- Scott Dicker – Senior Director of Market Insights
- David Foreman – President
- Yasmeen Nkrumah-Elie – Global Director for External Research
- Sarah Burden – Vice President of Sales
- Devon Gholam – Vice President of Science and Innovation
- Douglas Kalman – Clinical Associate Professor
- Daniel Scharff – Founder/CEO
These experts will share their insights on various topics, helping attendees gain new perspectives on current challenges and opportunities in the health and nutrition space.
Theaters and Stages
Fi North America Theater
The Fi North America Theater is back with interactive, topic-driven sessions. These events encourage audience participation, making them more engaging and informative. Expect activities such as tastings and exercises, designed to stimulate both learning and interaction.
SupplySide Stage
The SupplySide Stage offers a free-to-attend, live, interactive forum. Here, industry professionals will present on hot topics facing the health and nutrition industry. This stage is a perfect place to explore new ways to expand and improve your business.
Supplier Presentation Theaters
The Supplier Presentation Theaters on the show floor will feature presentations about the latest ingredient innovations and scientific discoveries. These sessions are a great way to learn about new products, applications, and marketing strategies to drive your next project forward.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss SupplySide West 2024
If you’re involved in the health and nutrition industries, SupplySide West 2024 is an essential event. With over 20,000 participants, 1,500+ exhibitors, and 135+ hours of education, this event provides everything you need to stay ahead of industry trends, network with top professionals, and grow your business. The comprehensive educational offerings, combined with the unique opportunity to engage with industry thought-leaders and explore the latest innovations, make this an unmissable event.
Join us at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, from October 28 to October 31, 2024, to experience the best that the health and nutrition industries have to offer.