SupplySide Global is one of the world’s largest and most influential trade shows and educational events for the health and nutrition ingredients industry.
The Basics:
- Full Name: SupplySide Global (often referred to as SSW or SupplySide West, though they are technically different events).
- What it is: A massive expo floor where ingredient suppliers (flavors, colors, botanicals, proteins, probiotics, sweeteners, etc.) exhibit to buyers from dietary supplement, food, beverage, pet food, and personal care brands.
- Key Features: In addition to the expo, it features an extensive educational conference covering regulatory updates (FDA/FDA), scientific research, market trends, and formulation science.
SupplySide West vs. SupplySide Global:
- SupplySide West takes place every October in Las Vegas, NV (at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center). This is the flagship, largest event of the year.
- SupplySide Global is the name for their digital/virtual platform that runs year-round, offering webinars, virtual networking, and on-demand content. They also sometimes host a smaller in-person event in the East Coast (historically in New Jersey) under the “Global” branding, but the primary physical show is SupplySide West.
- Dates: Education: Oct 26–30 | Expo Hall: Oct 28–30.
- Location: Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.
- Status: Registration and booth sales are typically open by early summer.