Foam Expo Conference Agenda, Themes & Speaker details

JUNE 24 - 26, 2025

SUBURBAN COLLECTION SHOWPLACE, NOVI, MICHIGAN, USA

SUBURBAN COLLECTION SHOWPLACE, NOVI, MICHIGAN, USA

JUNE 24 - 26, 2025

CONFERENCE

CONFERENCE

 

Call for Speakers

The Foam Expo team is excited to announce that the call for papers for the free-to-attend 2025 Conference is now open. Share new session ideas and submit your talk proposals via the online form before Friday, February 21, 2025, to be considered.

 
 

 
 

Shaping the future of foam, one session at a time

Our conference offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of foam, relevant to a number of end-user markets. Gain insights into end-user requirements, material innovation, and manufacturing optimization to meet your application specifications with precision. What sets us apart is our diverse community of speakers spanning the supply chain, from end-users to manufacturers, converters, and industry associations.

Our sessions will explore an array of topics from molded and thermal solutions to lightweighting, noise control, rigid and flexible foams, along with insights into the cutting-edge machinery and services that drive industry progress. But above all, sustainability and supply chain collaboration are central themes, as we collectively shape a more environmentally conscious and efficient future.

 

2024 agenda at a glance

 

Day one

Regulatory Compliance
Sustainability
Industry Reputation
Macro-economics
Product Development
Technology
Material Innovation



Day two

Comfort
Standardizing Testing
Improving Design Process
Product Development
Lightweighting
Aerospace
Mechanical Performance
PU Recycling
Insulation

Day three

Thermal Interface Materials
Boosting Material Specifications
Improving Production Processes
Manufacturing
Supply Chains
Sustainability
Talent



Day one

Regulatory Compliance
Sustainability
Industry Reputation
Macro-economics
Product Development
Technology
Material Innovation

 

Day two

Comfort
Standardizing Testing
Improving Design Process
Product Development
Lightweighting
Aerospace
Mechanical Performance
PU Recycling
Insulation

 

Day three

Thermal Interface Materials
Boosting Material Specifications
Improving Production Processes
Manufacturing
Supply Chains
Sustainability
Talent

 

 

2024 Speakers

Early confirmed speakers for the 2024 line up
Early confirmed speakers for the 2024 line up
 
 

2024 Key conference themes

 

     Bio Based Materials   Carbon Reduction & Recycling   

 

     Supply Chain   Manufacturing

 

     Material innovation    Data & Industry

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“I recommend this show to everybody as it's a great opportunity to learn more about the industry. Foam Expo allows a lot of people to come and mingle and learn about new opportunities whether it's through machinery or experiences or to gain new knowledge."

Peter Santiago, Vice President, SmartFoam Machinery

 
 

Discover the value of attending conference sessions

 
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Professional development opportunities

Engage in sessions to deepen your understanding of key topics, honing your skills and expertise. Conference sessions provide a platform for continuous learning and growth, enhancing your professional development.

 
Four speakers on stage giving a presentation to a busy auditorium
 

Networking and collaboration

Connect with experts during sessions, fostering valuable relationships. The conference environment provides a unique opportunity to expand your network, opening doors to potential partnerships and career advancements.

 
A speaker at an exhibiton booth giving a presentation about their products
 

Cutting-edge knowledge access

Stay at the forefront of industry advancements by attending conference sessions that offer insights into the latest technologies, trends, and strategies, empowering you with up-to-date and valuable knowledge.

 
 

Speaker interviews

 
 
 

An agenda supported by leading experts

Trusted foam and adhesive experts help us craft unique conference agendas year-on-year to bring you the most relevant and time-sensitive content.

Advisory board
Advisory board
 
 

Solutions Innovation Stage

 

Watch top brands present new innovations

The Solutions Innovation Stage provides technical and procurement experts with the ability to watch first-hand demonstrations of the industry's latest products and solutions from suppliers and manufacturers. 

 

Do you have something game-changing to present?

Soon, we will have a free PDF to download to see how you can benchmark your company against leading brands who will share the challenges they've faced and how to overcome them, using real-world examples.

 
 

Missed the 2024 conference sessions?

The audio and presentation files for Foam Expo, co-located with Adhesives & Bonding Expo, are available to download, for free.