American Packaging Summit 2026

The American Packaging Summit offers a unique, in-person opportunity over two days at The Westin Chicago Lombard in Chicago, IL, for senior packaging leaders and innovators to connect, collaborate, and accelerate progress in the rapidly evolving packaging industry.

This exclusive event is designed for decision-makers seeking actionable strategies and high-level networking to drive their organizations forward.

If you attend, you will:

• Learn from expert speakers representing renowned brands such as Chobani, Campbell Soup Company, Colgate-Palmolive, Coty, and McCormick & Company, sharing real-world insights on the future of packaging.
• Discover the latest advancements in packaging design, sustainability, and eCommerce, with a focus on practical implementation and measurable business impact.
• Participate in targeted, pre-arranged one-to-one business meetings tailored to your interests, ensuring valuable, personalized discussions.
• Network with over 250 packaging executives, solution providers, and industry thought leaders, expanding your professional connections and opening doors to new partnerships.
• Explore critical topics including circular economy strategies, renewable biomaterials, lightweighting, automation, smart packaging, digital printing, and advanced supply chain solutions.
• Gain insider knowledge on integrating sustainability with cost efficiency and brand storytelling to enhance consumer engagement and business results.
• Access detailed attendee profiles to help you maximize every conversation and identify potential collaborators or solution providers.
• Benefit from a highly curated, content-rich agenda designed to deliver tangible value and inspire innovative thinking.

Whether you are looking to stay ahead of emerging trends, solve pressing packaging challenges, or make impactful industry connections, the American Packaging Summit delivers a premium experience tailored for today’s packaging leaders.

Check the event website below for more details.