The Institute of Food Technologies (IFT) brings together the industry’s finest minds and innovative brands for three exciting days in July. This year’s IFT FIRST EXPO is July 13-16 in beautiful Chicago, and Tilley Distribution will be on hand, along with several of our valuable supplier partners.
Learn more about the biggest food expo in Chicago and why this is a can’t-miss event for food and beverage industry organizations.
What Is IFT First?
The IFT FIRST Expo is a three-day conference that combines insightful panels, collaborative workshops, and an expansive tradeshow to elevate new ideas and perspectives in the food and beverage space.
The name represents the theme of the event: Foods Improved by Research, Science, and Technology. Gathering manufacturers, suppliers, food scientists, and supply chain experts at the IFT Conference 2025 presents exceptional opportunities to learn, collaborate, and connect.
This Year’s IFT First Schedule
From networking to workshops, there is always something fascinating happening at IFT 2025. There are ongoing workshops every day covering topics like food safety, sustainability, and food recalls. There are also several keynote speakers scheduled throughout the event.
Meet Innodal at IFT
We’re excited to welcome Innodal, a growing biotech company specializing in natural antimicrobial solutions for enhanced food preservation. The Canadian-based team is focused on solving some of the industry’s toughest food safety challenges with nature-based products. Their flagship product, Inneo, targets and eliminates Listeria without impacting beneficial, functional microorganisms.
Connect with Tilley Distribution at IFT Chicago
We value every conversation at events hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists; Chicago is special. It’s one of the largest food and beverage shows of the year, and the perfect confluence of ideas keeps our industry moving forward. If you’re planning to attend the IFT Chicago 2025 event, visit us at Booth S1641 or get in touch to schedule a time to connect.
