Schedule at a Glance
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Save the date for IFT FIRST July 13-16, 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago
From interactive workshops, powerful keynotes, and the Food Expo to scientific posters, and countless opportunities for intentional networking, this Schedule at A Glance page is your one-stop resource to get an overview of all the activities taking place during the event. Check back often for new program updates and information.

*Dates and times subject to change.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time | Description |
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8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Workshops – Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Exhibitor Registration Badge pick-up – McCormick Place Convention Center |
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Time | Description |
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8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Workshops – Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
9:00 am – 5:00 pm | Attendee and Exhibitor Registration Badge pick-up – McCormick Place Convention Center |
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Attendee Registration Satellite Badge pick-up – Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
4:30 pm – 7:00 pm | Awards Celebration Ceremony & Reception – IFT FIRST Theater |
Monday, July 14, 2025
Time | Description |
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7:00 am – 5:00 pm | Attendee and Exhibitor Registration Badge pick-up – McCormick Place Convention Center |
7:00 am – 8:30 pm | Attendee Registration Satellite Badge pick-up – Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
8:15 am – 9:30 am | Opening Keynote – IFT FIRST Theater |
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Expo Open |
10:15 am – 4:50 pm | Individual Presentations – S401A, S401BC, S401D |
11:30 am – 12:45 pm | Scientific & Technical Forums – S402-S405 |
1:15 pm – 2:15 pm | Featured Session – IFT FIRST Theater |
2:15 pm – 3:30 pm | Scientific & Technical Forums – S402-S405 |
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm | Featured Session – IFT FIRST Theater |
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Professional Networking Events – Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Time | Description |
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6:00 am – 8:00 am | Feeding Tomorrow Fun Run + Fitness Fundraiser – McCormick Place Convention Center |
8:00 am – 5:00 pm | Attendee and Exhibitor Registration Badge pick-up – McCormick Place Convention Center |
8:30 am – 9:45 am | Keynote – IFT FIRST Theater |
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Expo Open |
10:15 am – 11:30 am | Scientific & Technical Forums – S402-S405 |
10:15 am – 4:50 pm | Individual Presentations – S401A, S401BC, S401D |
12:30 pm – 1:45 pm | Scientific & Technical Forums – S402-S405 |
1:15 pm – 2:15 pm | Featured Session – IFT FIRST Theater |
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm | Featured Session – IFT FIRST Theater |
3:45 pm – 5:00 pm | Scientific & Technical Forums – S402-S405 |
4:30 pm – 6:15 pm | IFTSA Closing Ceremony – IFT FIRST Theater |
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time | Description |
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8:00 am – 4:30 pm | Attendee and Exhibitor Registration Badge pick-up – McCormick Place Convention Center |
10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Expo Open |