Expo Hall
Empowering Industry Innovation, One Connection at a Time
The 2026 ISPE Annual Meeting & Expo, October 18-21 in Washington, DC will bring together pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical professionals from all levels of industry to engage in industry-critical discussions. This comprehensive education program offers cutting-edge technical sessions shedding light on the latest advancements in sustainability, operations, supply chain, facilities, production systems, equipment, information systems, product development, quality systems, regulatory guidance, and cutting-edge industry innovations. This signature gathering is not just an opportunity to learn but also to connect. From emerging leaders to seasoned executives in drug manufacturing, supply chain, devices, equipment, and services, and global regulatory agencies, participants will get have the opportunity to network, exchange insights, and preview the latest technologies and services at our expansive Expo Hall.
Check out conference networking events and activities.
Expo Hall Schedule
| Monday, 19 October | Tuesday, 20 October | |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Hall Open | 0930 – 1900 | 0930 – 1530 |
| Networking Break in the Expo Hall | 0930 – 1030 1500 – 1600 | 0930 – 1030 |
| Networking Lunch in the Expo Hall | 1200 – 1330 | |
| Welcome Reception in the Expo Hall | 1730 – 1900 | |
| Dessert Reception in Expo Hall | 1415 - 1545 |
Map Your Expo Hall Experience
Visit the live interactive floor plan to view the Expo Hall space and exhibitor directory to see what companies are exhibiting.
PUBlications Lounge Spotlight Sessions
Located in the Expo Hall (Booth 349)
| Time | Speaker(s) | Presentation Title |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, 19-Oct | ||
| 12:20 PM – 12:35 PM | Jim Love (CRB Group) & Chris Palte (Agilent Technologies) | ISPE Guide: Oligonucleotide and Peptide Manufacturing Facilities |
| 12:35 PM – 12:50 PM | Kyle Larsen (USP) | USP Sponsored Presentation: Digital Standards Delivered: Introducing USP MethodConnect for a Vendor-Neutral Lab Stack |
| 12:50 PM – 1:05 PM | Chip Bennett (Project Farma) | ISPE Good Practice Guide: Validation 4.0 |
| 1:05 PM – 1:20 PM | Sheena Dempsey (CAI) | CAI Sponsored Presentation: The Billion-Dollar Execution Gap: Why Pharma Manufacturing Investments Still Struggle at Start-Up |
| 3:10 PM – 3:30 PM | Steve Wisniewski (Retired Principal Consultant) | ISPE Baseline Guide 5: Commissioning & Qualification, 2026 Addendum |
| 3:30 PM – 3:50 PM | Christian Wöelbeling (Körber) & Yvonne Duckworth (CRB Group) | Pharma 4.0 Baseline Guide 8 and Related Good Practice Guides Overview |
| Tuesday, 20-Oct | ||
| 2:30 PM – 2:45 PM | Ben Clarke (USP) | USP Sponsored Presentation: USP Analytical Standards and Solutions for ATMP Quality |
| 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM | Joerg Zimmermann (Vetter Pharma) & Norm Goldschmidt (Genesis AEC) | ISPE Baseline Guide 3: Sterile Products Manufacturing Facilities, Upcoming Revision |
| 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM | Kyle Sugrowe (HITT Contracting) | HITT Contracting Sponsored Presentation: Construction at the Speed of Pharma |
| 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM | Andrew Mancini (SciSafe) | SciSafe Sponsored Presentation: How Regional GMP Warehousing and Storage Streamlines the Global Supply Chain & Reduces Risk |