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<h4>By Sean Dhaliwal, Ingredients Online</h4>
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Over the years, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/">Ingredients Online</a> has had some great experiences exhibiting at industry trade shows. Our goal at these events was to stand out, and to do this, we always put on a tech-savvy blockbuster booth experience. With a large 40ft x 40ft booth complete with four demo stations and a hanging LED video wall, we became known for our signature presence at big-name events like Natural Products Expo West and SupplySide West (now SupplySide Global).&nbsp;&nbsp;
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But to be honest with you, over time, we began to realize that we were seeing the same people at these shows. More importantly, we noticed that there were less companies attending and exhibiting with each passing year. Obviously, this is due to the increasing costs charged by these events. It is no secret that exhibiting, let alone just attending, costs companies several thousands of dollars at the very least. We would know!&nbsp;
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These are some of the reasons why we took a break from exhibiting. During this downtime, we did a lot of introspection. We still wanted to have a presence in the industry, but at the same time generate new leads and higher-quality business. Should we maybe downsize our booth presence? Or should we just do a show once a year? After all this wrangling, we came to a unique conclusion: let’s do our own show! &nbsp;
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Thus, <a href="https://info.ingredientsonline.com/io-summit">IO Summit 2025</a> was born! Without further ado...&nbsp;
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<h2 aria-level="2">Here's what you need to know about IO Summit 2025:&nbsp;</h2>
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Mark your calendars for October 28, 2025, for our one-day powerhouse event, running from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM at The INDUSTRIAL event space in Las Vegas, Nevada. This won’t be your typical trade show. IO Summit features a reimagined format designed for efficiency, strategic connection, and meaningful outcomes—one that’s already generating strong interest across the ingredients industry.&nbsp;
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<h3 aria-level="2">Why We Chose Las Vegas&nbsp;</h3>
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When we first announced Vegas as our location, we got some raised eyebrows. But here's the thing - Las Vegas has become the go-to destination for serious business conferences in 2025. The city infrastructure is built for events; the flights are relatively affordable from anywhere in the US, and frankly, when you're trying to get busy executives to commit to a full day, a little Vegas magic doesn't hurt.
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The INDUSTRIAL event space is this incredible venue that perfectly captures what we're trying to do with IO Summit. It's raw, it's innovative, and it's designed for meaningful connections - not just another stuffy convention center experience.&nbsp;
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<h2 aria-level="2">Two Distinct Experiences We've Created for You&nbsp;</h2>
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Here's where things get really interesting. We've split the day into two completely different experiences, and it actually took us months to figure out how to make this work more coherent.&nbsp;
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<h3 style="line-height: 40px;">Our Morning Investment Session (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM): "Fueling the Future of U.S. Manufacturing"</h3>
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This high-level, closed-door session is built for decision-makers. It’s about reshoring raw ingredient production and unlocking the next wave of U.S.-based biotech and manufacturing expansion.
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We’ve been in this industry for over a decade, and the supply chain volatility we’ve seen recently is unlike anything before. It's forced every stakeholder to rethink sourcing strategies, infrastructure, and capital allocation.
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At IO Summit, we’re unveiling a bold initiative to bring ingredient manufacturing back to American soil, across sectors - pharmaceuticals, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/dietary-supplements/">dietary supplements</a>, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/nutraceuticals/">nutraceuticals</a>, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/food-ingredients/">food ingredients</a>, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/organic-ingredients/">organic ingredients</a>, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/feed-ingredients/">feed ingredients</a>, and <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/personal-home-care-ingredients/">personal care ingredients</a>. Our speaker lineup includes investors, policy makers, and industry leaders who are actively shaping this shift.
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If you’re seeking high-impact investment opportunities or considering biotech strategy at a national level, this is the room to be in. 
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Because of the executive nature of this session and the caliber of insight being shared, registration is $500 and includes full access to all morning programming, curated networking, and participation in the most strategic discussions of the day. 
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If you're considering applying to speak, now is the time—applications have been highly competitive and are coming in from top-tier thought leaders across the industry.
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<h3>Our Afternoon Buyers Market (1:00 PM – 7:00 PM): Where Real Deals Happen</h3>
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This is where the rubber meets the road. The afternoon transforms into what we're calling the <a href="https://info.ingredientsonline.com/io-summit-buyers-market">Buyers Market</a>—a focused, no-nonsense trade show experience built for B2B ingredient sellers and sourcing professionals.
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Sellers will host tabletop exhibits showcasing everything from private label products to specialty ingredients. But here’s the kicker—we’re using our AI-powered Dealbook to ensure every interaction is targeted and meaningful. No more wandering around hoping to stumble into the right conversation.
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Exhibitor registration is $500 and includes your tabletop space, two badges, access to our buyer matchmaking platform, and visibility in all on-site materials.
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If you’re interested, you can apply to exhibit at the IO Summit Buyers Market <a href="https://ctryg.share.hsforms.com/20S0DUCjfQliT-o4x99TyxA?__hstc=29212003.fe8fd119856afd577af17fef81b9ae71.1750239650968.1751552353739.1751558024473.13&amp;__hssc=29212003.5.1751558024473&amp;__hsfp=2679423208">here</a>.
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<h3 aria-level="2">That Thailand Trip We're Giving Away (Yes, It's Real)&nbsp;</h3>
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Okay, so this might sound a bit crazy, but we're literally giving away a luxury trip to <a href="https://21544648.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21544648/Thailand%20Sweepstakes%20Promotion.pdf">The Beach Samui in Thailand</a> for buyer attendees. Every time you meet with exhibiting sellers, submit RFQs, or engage with the marketplace, you increase your chances of winning.&nbsp;
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We pitched this idea to our team last year, and half of them thought we'd lost our minds. But here's the thing - we want buyers to be active participants, not just casual browsers. This incentive ensures everyone is engaged and making the most of their time.&nbsp;
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<h2 aria-level="2">Sponsorship Opportunities We're Offering&nbsp;</h2>
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We've seen plenty of <a href="https://info.ingredientsonline.com/io-summit-sponsorship-opportunities">sponsorship opportunities</a> that are basically just expensive wall decorations. Our approach is different. When you sponsor IO Summit, you're positioning your brand alongside the people who are actually reshaping the ingredients industry.&nbsp;
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From branded touchpoints during our investment session to tabletop activations in the Buyers Market, every sponsorship opportunity we offer is designed for meaningful buyer engagement. We're not just looking for check-writers. What we want are partners who really understand our vision.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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If you’re interested in being a sponsor, you can register <a href="https://ctryg.share.hsforms.com/2LWWbkS97QPStIW0fqhic2g?__hstc=29212003.fe8fd119856afd577af17fef81b9ae71.1750239650968.1751552353739.1751558024473.13&amp;__hssc=29212003.7.1751558024473&amp;__hsfp=2679423208">here</a>.&nbsp;
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<h2 aria-level="2">We're Still Accepting Speaker Applications (But Time's Running Out)&nbsp;</h2>
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We're looking for visionary leaders to take the stage at our IO Summit Investment Session, and we're highly selective about who we invite.&nbsp;
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This is your shot to help shape the future of the ingredients industry by sharing insights on reshoring, supply chain innovation, biotech, policy, and investment. Whether you're a government official, trade representative, manufacturer, or academic, your perspective can help drive meaningful change.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Be a speaker by registering <a href="https://ctryg.share.hsforms.com/2L-HKPvtiT1OHpJbaoa_PCg?__hstc=29212003.fe8fd119856afd577af17fef81b9ae71.1750239650968.1751552353739.1751558024473.13&amp;__hssc=29212003.6.1751558024473&amp;__hsfp=2679423208">here</a>.&nbsp;
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<h2 aria-level="2">Let’s Build the Future Together&nbsp;</h2>
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IO Summit 2025 isn’t just another industry event—it’s a new kind of gathering built for action, insight, and real business growth. Whether you're a supplier looking to get your products in front of the right buyers, an investor looking to back the future of U.S. manufacturing, or a thought leader with a message that needs to be heard, there's a place for you here.&nbsp;
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We’ve reimagined every detail to create an experience that’s streamlined, meaningful, and actually worth your time. So don’t wait on this. Join us in Las Vegas, take your seat at the table, and be part of something that’s built to move the ingredients industry forward.&nbsp;
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We can't wait to see you there!

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