While much of the activity centers around the booths in the exhibition hall, social gatherings offer opportunities for connection and conversation off the show floor.
On Oct. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m., the First-Time Attendee Reception welcomes new showgoers the evening before the expo hall opens, connecting newcomers to meet with industry veterans, various members of the SupplySide team and other first-timers. The reception will be held downstairs at Border Grill and is limited to first-time SupplySide Global attendees only. Additional fee required.
The Pumps Gym Event kicks off early on Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 a.m. at Fit Club. Conceived as a “net-workout”, it brings together the health-conscious to lift, move and connect.
After a full day of show floor, attendees can stop by a variety of drinks receptions hosted by Venable (Meeting rooms #14, Bayside C, Level 1, 3 to 4:30 p.m.), M2 Ingredients (Booth #2331, Bayside F, Level 1, 3 to 4:30 p.m.), MagnelNNO (Booth #6145, Bayside C, Level 1, 3 to 5 p.m.), TSI (Booth #5873, Bayside C, Level 1, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.), Monterey Nutra (Booth #2581, Bayside F, Level 1, 4 to 5:30 p.m.), PLT Health Solutions (Booth #4855, 4 to 5:30 p.m.) or stop by the Blend Lounge happy hour at Booth #7021 for networking, complimentary drinks and sweet snacks, along with the opportunity to craft an essential oil roller at The Spa Studio.
After happy hour, the Naturally Proud Network welcomes all to the LGBTQ+ Allies Networking Reception in South Pacific Ballroom F from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Proceeds from the reception will go to The Pride Tree, a Las Vegas based volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to creating safe, welcoming and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and families. That evening, the American Herbal Products Association also hosts its member reception in Islander Ballroom F from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. RSVP required.
New to SupplySide this year, the Christian Nutrition Connection Prayer Breakfast proposes a faith-filled morning of prayer, worship, breakfast and connection for Christians in the nutrition and wellness industry. Krystal Parker, founder & president of the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce, will deliver the keynote.
Women in Nutraceuticals hosts the WIN Gender Equality Networking Reception in South Pacific Ballroom G from 5 to 7 p.m. The event invites all SSW attendees to learn more about Women in Nutraceuticals’ commitment to empowering women in the industry and increasing diversity among executive suites, corporate boards and research leadership.
At the end of the third day is the popular and long-running Probiotic Comedy Show delivered by Ivan Wasserman, managing partner at Amin Talati Wasserman, and his sidekick, chief executive puppet Stanley T. Probiotic. With special guest performances, the half-hour show combines song, puppetry and deep industry knowledge with humor mined from the microbiome. This year, Wasserman will take fans on a “greatest hits” journey through his comedic career, channeling a Taylor Swift “Eras Tour” vibe that celebrates his most iconic microbiome moments. Starts promptly at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 30 at the Innovation Stage, Booth #4815, Bayside D, Level 1.
The final social event caps off SupplySide’s third and final expo hall day with the AfTrPrty Poolside Social, benefiting A Thousand Plus. Hosted at Tailgate Beach Club at Mandalay Bay, steps from the show floor, the event combines an afternoon of poolside networking with drinks and snacks. All proceeds support A Thousand Plus, a 501(c)(3) empowering women and children globally through entrepreneurship, education and health initiatives. Separate registration and additional fee required.
