Where Food Innovation Meets First Impressions
IFT FIRST isn’t just about science and innovation—it’s also about standing out in a sea of discovery. With the brightest minds in food science converging on McCormick Place this July, your booth can’t afford to be average. It needs to spark curiosity, start conversations, and showcase your breakthroughs in a way that’s clear, confident, and unforgettable.
That’s where Ion Exhibits comes in.

Smart Ideas Deserve Smarter Booths
Let’s face it—most booths don’t do your innovation justice. You’ve spent years developing a solution that could change the industry, and you’re going to trust that story to a pop-up banner and a branded tablecloth? Nope. Not happening.
At Ion, we design exhibits that feel as forward-thinking as your tech or formulation. Whether you’re launching a new ingredient, scaling a startup, or just trying to get your R&D team out of their shell—we build spaces that help you connect, explain, and impress.
Chicago’s Our Backyard—And IFT’s in Our Playbook
We know the ins and outs of McCormick Place like we know our own shop. Labor rules, shipping timing, power placement—you name it, we’ve dealt with it. Our team’s been helping IFT exhibitors look sharp, stay on track, and actually enjoy the process (wild concept, right?) for years.
Tight timeline? Complex product? No problem. We’ve got custom and rental options that flex with your budget and bandwidth.

