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Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U

Put your brand in front of 26,420 attendees at Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U with geofenced ads — no booth required.

Date

Nov 16, 2026 — Nov 17, 2026

Venue

International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, Chicago, IL, USA

Official Site

About

Food Industry

Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U

The Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U is a unique networking event hosted by IFMA The Food Away from Home Association, taking place in Chicago, United States. This event is specifically tailored for members of IFMA, offering them an opportunity to simplify their sales processes and maximize resources. Attendees can expect to secure up to 10 high-impact appointments with key operator decision-makers, providing a collaborative environment that is unparalleled in the industry.

The event will run from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the IFMA Food Away from Home Office, located at 180 N. Stetson Ave, Suite 2250.Participants will have the chance to meet with influential leaders from prominent C&U foodservice operations who are responsible for shaping their institutions' foodservice strategies. These operators play a crucial role in making purchasing decisions, creating a direct connection for manufacturers looking to engage with them.

The list of participating operators will be announced closer to the event date, ensuring attendees know whom they will meet. It is recommended for participating companies to bring shelf-stable samples, as the venue is an office environment without kitchen prep areas or refrigeration facilities. All shipping and handling of materials are the responsibility of the participating companies.

Please note that registration is exclusive to IFMA members and non-members will not be able to register for this event.

Nov 16, 2026 – Nov 17, 2026
International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, Chicago, IL, USA
Official website

Expected Attendees

26,420

Industry

Food Industry

Event Details

Industry

Food Industry

Venue

International Foodservice Manufacturers Association

Location

International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL, USA

Topics

foodservicefood suppliersB2B networkingsales strategyinstitutional foodservicesupplier relationsfood procurementbusiness development

How it works

Advertise at Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U in 3 steps

1

Pick your event

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2

Draw your geofence

Outline the venue, or use our suggested zones, to define exactly where your ads run.

3

Launch your campaign

Go live in minutes and start reaching attendees throughout the event.

Where your ads land

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International Foodservice Manufacturers Association, 180 N Stetson Ave # 850, Chicago, IL 60601, USA, Chicago, IL, USA

Got questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U in Chicago concentrates around 26,420 Food Industry professionals in one place, so your ads reach people already interested in your category instead of a broad, untargeted crowd.

Draw a geofence around International Foodservice Manufacturers Association in Chicago and serve display, video, or CTV ads to the phones inside it — the same audience an exhibitor pays for, without the booth, travel, or staff.

Geofenced event campaigns tend to outperform standard display because the audience is already primed for your category. Run ads during the event, then retarget the same attendees afterward.

Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U draws roughly 26,420 Food Industry professionals, a focused audience for well-targeted advertising.

Pick Operator/Supplier Xchange - C&U, outline the venue with a geofence, set your budget, and launch — most campaigns go live in minutes, with full performance reporting throughout.

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