CONVENTION
HIGHLIGHTS
IAPD connecX
connecX is the only place you can meet with a critical mass of your customers — the experts who distribute, specify and purchase semi-finished performance plastics stock shapes, fabricated parts and pipe, valves and fittings — all in one place, whether in private supplier meeting rooms or on the show floor.
IAPD brings the performance plastics distribution supply chain together, making this event the most cost-effective marketing and relationship-building opportunity for your company. Imagine having a full year’s worth of sales meetings with your most valuable partners all in one week!
Exciting Speakers
IAPD is pleased to bring you exciting keynote presentations. During the Wednesday General Session Matt Mayberry will share leadership and communication strategies, and during the Thursday General Session Alan Beaulieu will dive into the economic forecast for 2025 – 2026.
The IAPD Government Relations Committee is bringing OGR principals Gordon Taylor and Conrad Lass to the convention to offer insights into the possible outcomes and effects of the fast-approaching Presidential Election, specific to the performance plastics industry.
Supplier Meetings
This year’s convention program is full of high quality speakers, but we’re also allowing the maximum possible time for you to have supplier meetings. If you haven’t already reserved a private meeting room and want to do so, see the convention website for details. IAPD staff will help you with meeting logistics!
See Louisville, KY
This year’s convention will be in Louisville, KY, USA, where you can enjoy the rich history the city has to offer: Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, Butchertown Market, Fourth Street Live, plenty of bourbon and more. Wine and dine your customers or simply enjoy the hustle and bustle of this vibrant city.
Network at Fun Social Events
Grab a drink, some good food and get your networking on with your peers in the performance plastics industry at one of the many optional social events like the Welcome Reception, Charitable Foundation Fundraiser, Closing Party at Churchill Downs and more!
Complimentary Headshots
Say cheese! IAPD is providing complimentary professional headshots, a vital addition to your LinkedIn profile. Stop by the headshot booth during connecX and get ready to show your pearly whites.