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From workshops to presentations, exhibits to conversations, this event is filled with real-world learning that makes a real difference in your business. Best of all, there is a format for every kind of learner.

Tuesday, March 21

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Choose AM or PM Retail Market Tour PLUS U.S. Pet Market Briefing for All Participants

  • 8:00 am – 12:00 pm - Retail Market Tour [AM Session]
  • 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm - U.S. Pet Market Briefing for the Retail Market Tour
  • 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm - Retail Market Tour [PM Session]
1:30 pm  – 4:15 pm

Global Learning Series Education Sessions – Day 1
Level 2 - S230A-F 

4:30 pm – 6:00 pmNew Exhibitor Success Welcome Reception & Staff Training
Level 2 - S230A/B
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmInfluencer Happy Hour – Invite Only
Poolside Balcony at the Rosen Center

 

Wednesday, March 22
8:00 am – 8:30 am

New Buyer Orientation Breakfast – Invite Only
Level 2 - S230C/D

Global Pet Expo Media Breakfast – Media Only
Level 2 - S210C/D - Press/Media Office Presentation Area

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Exhibit Hall Opens & New Products Showcase Open – Day 1
Vote using the Global Pet Expo mobile app.
10:00 am – 4:15 pm

Global Learning Series Education Sessions – Day 2
Level 2 - S230A-F

11:00 am – 11:15 amBobby Flay Introduces His Premium Cat Food Brand, Made by Nacho
Spotlight Stage – New Product Showcase
6:00 pmExhibit Hall Closes
6:00 pm  – 7:00 pmOpening Night Welcome Reception
Level 1 - South Terrace Green [between Expo Hall and Hyatt]

 

Thursday, March 23

8:00 am – 9:00 am

Retailer Excellence Awards & Breakfast Program – Retailers Only
Level 2 - S210C/D - Press/Media Office Presentation Area
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Opens & New Products Showcase Open – Day 2
Vote using the Global Pet Expo mobile app.
10:00 am  – 4:15 pmGlobal Learning Series Education Sessions – Day 3
Level 2 - S230A-F
12:00 pm – 1:00 pmPress Conference & Luncheon – APPA's Industry Expenditure Update – Media Only
Level 2 - S210C/D - Press/Media Office Presentation Area
2:00 pm – 3:00 pmPurina Pet Care Innovation Awards – Grand Prize Pitch Competition
Spotlight Stage – New Product Showcase
2:30 pmNew Products Showcase Award Voting Ends
Vote using the Global Pet Expo mobile app.
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

'Best in Show Awards' Announced for New Products Showcase Winners
Spotlight Stage – New Product Showcase

6:00 pmExhibit Hall Closes
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmNew Member Welcome Reception – APPA Members – Invite Only
Level 3- S310G/H
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmPrivate Media Reception Sponsored by Purina PetCare Company – Media Only
Level 3 - S310E

 

Friday, March 24
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Exhibit Hall & New Product Showcase Opens – Day 3
10:00 am  – 12:45 pmGlobal Learning Series Education Sessions – Day 4
Level 2 - S230A-F