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Industry Events

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CFBN offers posting in our Industry Event Listings to member companies, industry partners, and related non-profit and industry organizations throughout Chicagoland! If you would like to submit an event to be included in our Industry Event Listings, please email us your event information

Please note, all events listed on this page are offered by the organization and sponsors listed - please follow the links for registration and additional information. If you have additional questions about an industry event, please direct your inquiry to the appropriate person with that organization as listed.

Our industry partners and member companies typically offer CFBN members in good standing discounts or special access to registration offers - we have noted these offers in the listings where possible, but you can always check the current offerings in the MEMBER PERKS & OFFERS area of the website (you must be logged in to access this area).

Upcoming Industry Events:

  • Industry: PACK EXPO Las Vegas (FREE for CFBN Members)

    • 29 Sep 2025
    • 1 Oct 2025
    • Las Vegas Convention Center

    Discover Cutting-Edge Packaging and Processing Solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas!

    PACK EXPO Las Vegas, the premier event for packaging and processing innovation brings the latest advancements in automation, sustainability, and efficiency to the forefront.

    • Explore 2,300+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge packaging and processing solutions
    • Network with industry leaders and peers from across the supply chain
    • Gain Insights from expert-led education sessions and innovation stages

    CFBN register for FREE! 

    Go to Member Perks for your complimentary code. 





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  • Industry Event: EATS, the Equipment, Automation and Technology Show for Food & Beverage

    • 28 Oct 2025
    • 30 Oct 2025
    • McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois


    EATS is North America’s only event dedicated to the full spectrum of food & beverage processing technology.

    From production line innovations and smart automation to sustainable packaging and advanced equipment, EATS connects decision-makers with the technologies shaping the future of food and beverage manufacturing.

    Explore 350+ leading exhibitors across 15+ product categories and 8 key sectors. Experience live production lines, watch celebrity chef demos, and take part in expert-led education designed to deliver actionable insights and strategies—all on the show floor.


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  • PLMA Show Reception

    • 17 Nov 2025
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Doubletree Hotel Chicago O'Hare 5460 North River Road, Rosemont
    • 75
    Register

    Join the Contract Packaging Association (CPA) and the Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network (CFBN) for an exclusive reception immediately following the PLMA Show!

    As the PLMA Show concludes, unwind and connect with industry leaders at this premier networking event. We invite you to enjoy a relaxed evening featuring delicious cocktails, an array of appetizers, and unparalleled opportunities for meaningful conversations with peers, potential partners, and innovators in the contract packaging and food & beverage sectors.

    All proceeds from the event will benefit Bigger Table (www.biggertable.org) a Chicago-area non-profit that takes donations of food waste and turns them into nutritious products that are donated to food banks and charities.  There will be a brief presentation about Bigger Table so that attendees can learn more about their innovative approach. 

    This is the perfect occasion to extend your PLMA experience, forge new relationships, and strengthen existing ones within the vibrant Chicagoland industry. Don't miss this chance to network with the best and brightest in our field!

    We look forward to welcoming you!


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    All proceeds from this event will benefit



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