IFT FIRST Registration
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July 13-16 at McCormick Place in Chicago
Save big now with early registration pricing for IFT FIRST (Food Improved by Research, Science, and Technology). Don't miss the largest global food science and innovation expo where you will engage in thought leadership, intentional networking, and more with your peers. Take advantage of discounted pricing while it lasts. Register today!
Book your hotel now!
New this year! IFT FIRST attendees can book housing before completing registration. Lock in your accommodations early to secure discounted pricing and take advantage of IFT FIRST housing blocks.
2025 Registration Rates
EXCLUSIVE ADD-ON: VIP EXPERIENCE
Upgrade your standard registration with the new IFT FIRST VIP Experience for just $300. This premium add-on is limited to the first 200 registrants. Your VIP status grants you priority badge pick-up so you can skip the registration lines, access to the exclusive VIP lounge with refreshments, and guaranteed front-row seating at all keynote sessions. Select the VIP Experience option during your registration process. Once all 200 spots are claimed, this upgrade will no longer be available.
BEST VALUE! Total Access + Professional Networking Event Pass
Includes admission to the Monday Night Professional Networking Event as well as passes to all event days for the Food Expo and the entire science program, including Scientific and Technical Forums, Individual Presentations, Keynotes, Posters and Research Showcase Presentations; and unique experiences like the Awards Celebration, IFT FIRST Innovation Hub, Solutions Showcase, Hot Topics Studio, the Startup Pavilion and more.
Premier IFT Member
Early Registration: $785
Regular: $970
Networking & Engagement IFT Member
Early Registration: $900
Regular: $1,150
Non-IFT Member
Early Registration: $1,210
Regular: $1,390
Total Access Pass
Includes admission for all event days to the Food Expo and the entire science program, including Scientific and Technical Forums, Individual Presentations, Keynotes, Posters and Research Showcase Presentations; and unique experiences like the Awards Celebration, IFT FIRST Innovation Hub, Solutions Showcase, Hot Topics Studio, the Startup Pavilion and more.
Premier IFT Member
Early Registration: $710
Regular: $895
Networking & Engagement IFT Member
Early Registration: $825
Regular: $1,075
Non-IFT Member
Early Registration: $1,135
Regular: $1,315
Student IFT Member
Early & Regular Registration: $135
Emeritus IFT Member
Early Registration: $230
Regular: $310
Expo Only Pass
Includes admission for all event days to only the Food Expo, which includes Posters and Research Showcase Presentations and unique experiences like the IFT FIRST Innovation Hub, Solutions Showcase, Hot Topics Studio, the Startup Pavilion and more.
- Sales and marketing professionals of non-exhibiting companies are only allowed to attend IFT FIRST by registering as a non-participating supplier. This registration type has limited access to the event and can only be used for a maximum of two years.
- To maintain the integrity of the show floor and support the paid exhibitors of IFT FIRST, sales and marketing individuals are prohibited from utilizing an exhibiting company’s customer invite pass at IFT FIRST. Exhibitor invitees are limited to those attendees who have buying influence and authority relevant to IFT FIRST. IFT reserves the right to determine the appropriate attendee type and level of buying authority. Individuals who do not meet qualifications for an exhibitor invitee will not be able to participate at that registration type. Other registration options for IFT FIRST can be found above.
Premier IFT Member
Early & Regular Registration: $610
Networking & Engagement IFT Member
Early & Regular Registration: $785
Non-IFT Member
Early & Regular Registration: $995
Non-Participating Supplier
Early & Regular Registration: $2,185
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IFT FIRST Suitcasing Policy
Suitcasing is an unethical business practice in which companies will gain access to an event by obtaining event credentials (attendee badge, expo-only badge, etc.) and then soliciting for business within the expo hall or other spaces used for the conference. Solicitation at IFT FIRST by any company that is not an official exhibitor of the event is strictly prohibited. Violators will be removed from the meeting. Policies are subject to change without notice.