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
About
Food IndustryOperator/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.
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
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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.
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