Chicago Section IFT

Midday Mingle! Please join us in June!

🗓️ June 11, 2026: Spring - INTERNATIONAL

Registration Link: https://www.chicagoift.org/event/nc-midday-mingle/

Connect, share, and grow with fellow food industry professionals during our virtual (and FREE) monthly meetup!

Take a break from your workday to join us for an hour of engaging conversation, valuable networking, and industry insights. The CSIFT Midday Mingle creates a relaxed virtual space where food science and technology professionals from across Chicagoland can connect.

What to Expect:
Casual, friendly conversation with peers in the food industry
Grow your network locally
Discuss the latest food science trends and challenges
Get your questions answered about the Chicago Section IFT
Exchange restaurant recommendations and food experiences

Who Should Attend:
Any food industry professionals interested in the science and technology of food across the greater Chicagoland region! Members and nonmembers of CSIFT.

When: 2nd Thursday monthly
Where: Zoom
Virtual Cost: FREE!
No presentations, no pitches - just genuine connections with the people shaping the future of food!

CALL FOR PAPERS ✨

Chicago Section IFT is now accepting speaker submissions for the 2026 Suppliers’ Symposium:
Food Science in Motion: Trends That Matter.

We’re looking for engaging presentations, fresh industry insights, and innovative perspectives in food science and technology.

📍 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center — Rosemont, IL
🗓 Symposium Date: November 4, 2026
⏰ Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026

Submit your paper and be part of the conversation shaping the future of food science.

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