2 Days. 24 Speakers. An Educational Experience You Can't Miss.

The two-day event in October 2023 will focus on TED-style actionable sessions that will include 26 speakers. There will be 8 keynote sessions of 30 minutes each, and 4 panels of 60 minutes each. The conference will shine the spotlight on importers, distributors, retailers and restaurateurs. There will be 24 speakers in total which includes 4 panels and 8 keynotes.

Top USA and Chicago professionals and buyers will be helping you improve your import, distribution, retail and restaurant business. Q&A will follow right after, where you will be able to ask questions.

Conferences will start at 11am on both days and the expo floor will open at 1pm on both days. Attendees of the conference will also be able to have lunch and access to the VIP after event party.

For the last 6 years, the drinks industry has turned to Beverage Trade Netork’s USA Trade Tasting event and conference to discover the latest trends and network with the drinks community. Our signature two-day event for the beverage industry brings together thought leaders, trailblazers, and the next generation of brand founders to help beverage industry professionals thrive.

Attend The Conference, Walk The Floor and End it with the VIP networking party

Next to business, BTN is best known for the cocktail nights at the end of all our events. These are informal platforms to network with the industry and catch up on trends, patterns, rising personalities and all of it with a drink in hand!

This is the perfect opportunity to convert those connections that were made in the two days of business. With lip-smacking cocktails in the heart of the city and lots of conversations to catch up on, it is this party that is the perfect finisher. Feel free to dress up because our photographer will be there for the paparazzi moments. If you’ve made it to this party, you’ve probably made it to the creme de la creme of Chicago's and suburbs drinks industry.

Who are the Speakers?

Ranging from brand builders to marketing gurus, the educational conference is hosting remarkable experts who exhibit a truly heightened knowledge of the industry to give our visitors a clear understanding of the real-life challenges that face them in the marketplace.

Date and Location:

October 17-18, 2023, Morgan MFG, 401 N Morgan St Suite #204A, Chicago, IL 60642, United States

Pricing:

Super Early Bird Pricing: Now till January 31, 2023

Expo Floor: $25 (1pm to 7pm)
Expo Floor and Conference: $200 (11am to 7pm).
Cocktail: $50 (7pm to 8pm).

Early Bird Pricing: February 1 to June 30, 2023

Expo Floor: $35 (1pm to 7pm)
Expo Floor and Conference: $300 (11am to 7pm).
Cocktail: $70 (7pm to 8pm).

Early Bird Pricing: Now till January 31, 2023

Expo Floor: $45 (1pm to 7pm)
Expo Floor and Conference: $400 (11am to 7pm).
Cocktail: $100 (7pm to 8pm).

*Take advantage of the super early bird pricing and secure your tickets at the lowest prices.

Conference Transfer and Refund Policy:

Things happen. We understand. You will receive a full refund if you cancel before May 31, 2023. From June 1, 2023, until August 31, 2023, you can cancel your registration for a 50% refund of the fee you paid. After September 1, 2023, you cannot cancel your registration and we will not provide a refund of the fee you paid (regardless of whether or not you attend).

Please remember that canceling your registration does not automatically cancel your hotel and travel arrangements. You are responsible for canceling your own hotel and travel reservations.

Can I transfer my registration to someone else?

If you can’t attend, but know someone who would like to be there, your ticket may be transferred for free until May 31, 2023. Just email us at brian@usatradetasting.com to let us know you won't be able to attend. If you're transferring your ticket to someone else, please include their name, email, job title, phone number, and (if different from the original registration) company and work address.