{"id":1607,"date":"2026-03-04T12:00:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T18:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/?p=1607"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:33:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T19:33:30","slug":"how-do-i-plan-my-petfood-forum-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/101\/how-do-i-plan-my-petfood-forum-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I plan my Petfood Forum experience?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;-3vh||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; background_color=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=&#8221;37px&#8221; module_class=&#8221;custom-bullet-color&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; link_font=&#8221;||||on|||gcid-301a62b1-f634-4832-a169-e2f81898759e|&#8221; link_text_color=&#8221;gcid-301a62b1-f634-4832-a169-e2f81898759e&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-301a62b1-f634-4832-a169-e2f81898759e%22:%91%22link_text_color%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Petfood Forum is a global event, drawing pet food industry members from all over the world. Over three days, attendees can attend interactive pre-conference seminar, walk the trade show floor, sit in on educational sessions, and participate in several formal and informal networking opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>For a first-time attendee, it can be overwhelming to decide just how to get the most out of such a multifaceted experience.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Getting started<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Have you\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/register\/\">registered<\/a>\u00a0yet? If not, there are multiple options to ensure you get to experience everything you\u2019re aiming for. Whether you want full access or are just visiting for a day to check things out, Petfood Forum has the right registration for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Among the options:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><u>Petfood Forum and Petfood Essentials Combo Pass<\/u>:<\/strong>\u00a0This is the complete package, giving you access to the full calendar of Forum and Essentials events.<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Petfood Forum 2-Day Pass<\/u>:<\/strong>\u00a0Can\u2019t make it to Essentials? Get a pass to Forum alone, and gain access to all networking events, the trade show floor and educational sessions for the entirety of the conference.<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Petfood Essentials Only<\/u>:<\/strong> If you\u2019re on a tight schedule and want to participate in a day of interactive sessions focused on \u201cEfficiency Unleashed: Optimizing Your Pet Food Business,\u201d this one\u2019s for you!<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Petfood Forum Day Pass<\/u>:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose a day and attend all the available education sessions, as well as having full access to the trade show floor.<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Petfood Forum Exhibit Hall-Only 2-Day Pass<\/u>:<\/strong> If you aren\u2019t interested in the educational sessions but would still like to hit the trade show floor, you can get this pass and spend a day of your choosing during the show interacting with more than 400 industry exhibitors, including suppliers, co-packers and service providers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Student 2-Day Pass<\/u>:<\/strong>\u00a0Interested in learning what the pet food industry is all about? If you\u2019re a student, you can gain access to everything Petfood Forum has to offer, including all networking opportunities, speakers, educational sessions and the exhibit hall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve registered, you\u2019ll need to turn your attention to logistics. After you secure your badge, you&#8217;ll have access to the hotel booking site where you can find discounted rates for Petfood Forum participants. Then plan for transportation, both getting to Kansas City and once you\u2019re on the ground. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/hotel-travel\/\">Get travel tips here<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Managing your time at Petfood Forum<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Petfood Forum is an immersive mix of networking and education. If you want to do it all, it will take some planning to ensure you don\u2019t miss out. For pre-planning purposes, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/agenda-test\/\">full agenda<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/speakers\/\">a list of speakers<\/a> are published, with a day-by-day breakout of sessions and a separate tab for the Petfood Essentials schedule.<\/p>\n<p>Prior to the show, Petfood Forum will release a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/attend\/app\/\">downloadable mobile App<\/a> that includes the full show schedule, along with the option to create a customizable personal schedule to ensure you don\u2019t miss anything.<\/p>\n<h3>Education for all skill sets and job functions<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6100 size-medium alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Keynote-Kevin-Ryan-on-stage-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Keynote speaker Kevin Ryan speaking on stage\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/169;\" \/>You\u2019ll want to take particular note of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/news\/premium-trends-brand-evangelism-take-center-stage-at-petfood-forum-2026\/\">keynotes<\/a> and general sessions \u2014 they tend to be quite popular and if you want a good seat, it\u2019s best to show up a few minutes early!<\/p>\n<p>The conference will kick off on April 28 with an opening keynote by Kevin Ryan, Ph.D., CEO of Malachite Strategy and Research, who will explore how trends from human food, wellness, beauty and luxury retail are reshaping consumer expectations for pet products, offering actionable strategies for innovation pipelines heading into 2026.<\/p>\n<p>On April 29, Ryan Estis, a bestselling author and former Fortune 500 chief revenue officer, will provide a fresh understanding of how putting your customer at the center of your growth strategy can profoundly impact your business.<\/p>\n<p>The concurrent session tracks for 2026 will focus on the pet food market, alternative and sustainable pet foods, pet food regulatory, safety and technology, and pet nutrition and ingredient research.<\/p>\n<p>If your interest is strongly in one of these categories, you can settle in the appropriate room and spend the day learning about the latest information and research on your chosen topic. But make sure you take a look at the sessions happening on each track, just in case \u2014 the timing of the sessions ensures that you can jump tracks as much as you\u2019d like, sitting in on a nutrition session and then switching rooms to a technology talk if it catches your eye.<\/p>\n<p>And be sure to stay until the end because the closing panel discussion is one not to be missed! Hear from industry experts as they discuss the hottest topics in pet food. This is a great opportunity to ask questions!<\/p>\n<h3>Navigating the expo hall<\/h3>\n<h4><strong>Trade Show Hours:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuesday, April 28 | 9 am to 6 pm.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Wednesday, April 29 | 9 am to 3 pm<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Insect-ingredients-PetfoodForum.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1703 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Insect-ingredients-PetfoodForum-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/170;\" \/><\/a>Find everything you need, from ingredients that cater to the latest nutritional trends to packaging that will make your brand stand out. In the exhibit hall, you\u2019ll see firsthand the most advanced resources for pet food ingredients, packaging, processing equipment, safety, quality and sanitation solutions, services and software, and testing available.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/s23.a2zinc.net\/clients\/watt\/pff26\/public\/eventmap.aspx?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View the floor plan<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Start by making a list of which companies are a must-visit! <strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> <strong>reach out to these companies ahead of Petfood Forum to introduce yourself and schedule a time to meet in their booth.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure where to begin, start in the first aisle (Aisle 500) and walk your way across the show floor ending in aisle 3000. Be sure to wear comfy shoes!<\/p>\n<p>See what products and capabilities will give your brand the competitive advantage in the Tech Talk Stage.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfoodforumevents.com\/news\/latest-product-innovations-to-take-the-stage-at-petfood-forum\/\">Petfood Tech Talks<\/a> were among the most-well attended sessions in 2025, with many presentations at standing-room only. In 2026, we\u2019ve expanded the program to add even more sessions providing attendees with maximum opportunities to see what\u2019s next in pet food technologies.<\/p>\n<p>And that\u2019s just the start to all the things happening on the the show floor. You\u2019ll also have the opportunity to meet with students who are conducting companion animal research, support pet charities, and network during an evening reception, coffee breaks and lunches.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Additional pre-show planning musts<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><u>Set your goal(s) for your time at Petfood Forum.<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0Is networking your primary aim? Take note of all the social opportunities Forum provides so you can make the most of them. Are you looking for education? Stay on top of the various session tracks and plan your time accordingly. Whatever your focus, having a goal will help you navigate the show in the most effective way possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Set up appointments ahead of time.<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0Petfood Forum provides plenty of networking opportunities in larger group settings, but both the convention center and the surrounding area of Kansas City\u2019s Power &amp; Light District also provide endless opportunities for smaller group or one-on-one meetings. Whether you prefer to do business over drinks, in a conference room or at a restaurant, your options are abundant.<strong> Pro tip:\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Download the Petfood Forum app in early April, send messages to other attendees and schedule meetings.\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><u>Plan some time for yourself.<\/u>\u00a0<\/strong>If it\u2019s your first time at Petfood Forum, there\u2019s something to be said for just taking it all in. Make sure you give yourself time to walk the trade show floor, enjoy a good meal at one of the many excellent restaurants in the surrounding area and wander the conference center layout. There\u2019s a lot to see and do at both the show and in Kansas City \u2014 take advantage!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Petfood Forum is a global event, drawing pet food industry members from all over the world. Over three days, attendees can attend interactive pre-conference seminar, walk the trade show floor, sit in on educational sessions, and participate in several formal and informal networking opportunities. 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