Supply Chain Expert Exchange Spring 2026 Conference

Where Foodservice Supply Chain Leaders Come Together

Get ready to connect, collaborate and problem solve with your peers at the Supply Chain Expert Exchange Spring Conference, happening May 14–15, 2026 at the Swissotel Chicago.

This isn’t just another industry meeting. It’s a working conference shaped by foodservice supply chain professionals. Together, we’ll tackle today’s challenges, share real-world solutions, and spark new ideas that will shape the future of our industry.

Expect an agenda crafted by your peers, networking that turns contacts in to trusted resources, and insights you can put to work immediately. Plus, as an operator attendee, you’ll enjoy complimentary admission to the National Restaurant Association Show right after the conference.

Don’t miss your chance to be where the foodservice supply chain community comes together to learn, network, and grow. Start your registration below.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Operator registration is only open to foodservice operators and those who work in supply chain management for restaurant, hospitality companies or companies that serve food at scale.

If you are not a restaurant or foodservice operator but have been engaged by an operator and currently work personally providing their outsourced supply chain services, you may qualify to register as a Consultant.

Please contact Kari Yost, Director Member Engagement, at kyost@restaurant.org before registering. All Consultant registrations will be reviewed and approved by the Supply Chain Expert Exchange Officers. If you register without approval and do not qualify, you will be notified that your registration has been cancelled and a refund will be issued, less the $25 event cancellation fee. The refund can take up to 4 weeks.

Sales or business development professionals, and product or service providers are only allowed to attend as sponsors. Please contact the Industry Partnerships Team at partnerships@restaurant.org if you are interested in becoming a sponsor.

PRICING

National Restaurant Association Member*
Early bird (through March 27) $199

After March 27: $349

National Restaurant Association Non-Member
Early bird (through March 27) $299

After March 27: $449

*Sending your team? Contact membership@restaurant.org to add their names and emails to your company's roster to ensure they receive the member rate.

LOCATION

Swissotel Chicago
323 E Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Please register for the conference before you make your room reservation. Then use the link provided in your confirmation email to book your room reservation and receive our discounted rates.

We have reserved a block of discounted rooms from May 13 through May 16, 2026.

Room rate: $289.00/night + tax (single/double occupancy)

Room block deadline: April 22, 2026

EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY

All cancellation requests for Association Entity events must be submitted in writing to meetings@restaurant.org. Cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the first day of the event may be eligible for a refund of the registration fee paid less a $25 administrative fee, unless otherwise specified in your event registration terms. Refunds are not available for cancellations made 30 days or less before the first day of the event.

Event attendees are responsible for cancelling all third-party registrations, reservations, or other commitments they have made with any hotels, transportation providers, etc. The Association Entities are not responsible for any charges or fees that you may incur by cancelling such third-party commitments.

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Sponsorship Questions: partnerships@restaurant.org

Registration Questions: meetings@restaurant.org