September 28 – October 1, 2025
Columbus, OH
Next-level network. Next-level you.
At IFDA Solutions, we’re all about creating connections that spark the next big move for your business. You’ll walk away with as much knowledge from the people you meet as you do from the sessions you attend. Ready to make magic happen? Check out the networking opportunities we’ve lined up so far!
IFDA Launchpad Welcome Party
Sunday Evening
Welcome to Launchpad, the official welcome party kickoff to IFDA Solutions! Set in the vibrant atrium of the Columbus Convention Center, this is where ideas spark, connections ignite and the energy for what’s next comes to life. Mingle with foodservice distribution pros, swap insights and set the tone for an epic conference ahead. This is where next takes off!
Facility Tour
Wednesday 8:00am – 12:00pm
Join us for a hands-on-look at McLane’s Lockbourne warehouse and distribution facility by adding this event to your registration. With headquarters in Temple, Texas, McLane has more than 71 distribution centers across the country, employs more than 23,000 teammates, and delivers to nearly every zip code in the US. McLane is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. Learn more about this add-on event here.
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IFDA Central
Monday + Tuesday 11:30am – 2:30pm in the Expo
IFDA Central – Your Hub for What’s Next
Meet us at IFDA Central, the heart of the Expo floor! Whether you’re looking to connect with industry leaders, learn more about IFDA, or discover how membership can power your next big move, this is your go-to spot. It’s also the best place to plan a meetup. Stop by the lounge for a quick respite and power up via the charging stations. Have a question about the IFDA Solutions? Just ask the experts at IFDA Central.
The Expo Exchange
Monday 5:00pm – 6:30pm in the Expo
Where conversations turn into collaborations. This end-of-day unwind is your chance to trade ideas, share challenges and pick up fresh insights from fellow foodservice pros—all in the energetic setting of the expo floor. Grab a refresher and get ready for new connections that could change everything. After all, sip happens (on the Expo Floor), happy hour and opportunities, that is 😉
Solutions Celebration
Tuesday 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Join us for one last chance to connect, celebrate, and turn new ideas into real opportunities. This is where handshakes turn into partnerships, quick chats spark big moves, and the power of people takes center stage. Grab a drink, share a laugh, and make sure you leave with more than just great insights—leave with the connections to take your business to the next level.
This isn’t just a farewell—it’s the start of what’s next!
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Lunch
Monday + Tuesday 11:30am – 2:30pm in the Expo
Explore Columbus Culinary Scene. Enjoy the best that Columbus has to offer when you get to choose your own adventure for lunch. Instead of the usual conference fare, we’re giving you the freedom to explore an array of restaurants from Columbus’s vibrant restaurant scene.
Breakfasts
Monday + Tuesday 7:00am – 7:45am
Rise and shine, it’s coffee (and connections) time! Start your day the right way with our hearty breakfast spread, designed to fuel your mind and body for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration!