About IBIE
IBIE 2019, the International Baking Industry Exposition, will take place September 8-11, 2019 with a full day of IBIEducate on September 7, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This tradeshow takes place every three years.
It will span nearly 700,000 square feet of space more than 1,000 exhibitors displaying every product and service there is that pertains to the baking industry.
The show is expected to draw more than 23,000 baking professionals. The International Baking Industry Exposition is the largest tradeshow held in North America that showcases the industry’s latest technologies, equipment and new product introductions.
IBIE is produced by the International Baking Industry Exposition LLC and supported by the American Bakers Association (ABA), BEMA and the Retail Bakers of America (RBA). IBIE was founded in 1920 by ABA and BEMA to provide a forum to connect bakers with suppliers to further the good of the industry. Proceeds from the show are invested back into the industry.
1. What does IBIE stand for?
IBIE stands for International Baking Industry Exposition. It is also commonly referred to as “Expo” or “Baking Expo™.”
2. What are the IBIE 2019 dates?
September 8-11, 2019 (Sunday – Wednesday).
NOTE: IBIEducate, RPIA’s Business of Baking and the TIA Technical Conference begin on Saturday, September 7.
3. Where is IBIE 2019 being held?
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
4. What are the dates of the educational components of IBIE 2019?
September 7-11, 2019, starting at 8:30 AM each day. View the full IBIEducate session schedule here.
5. What are the tradeshow hours?
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sunday through Tuesday, September 8-10, 2019;
- 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Wednesday, September 11, 2019.
6. What are the onsite registration hours?
- Saturday, September 7, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday, September 8, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Monday, September 9, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 10, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, September 11, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
- How many people are expected to attend IBIE?
- Approximately 23,000 baking professionals are expected to attend.
7. Who attends IBIE?
Participants represent the entire industry including small, medium, and large wholesale bakery plants; retail bakeries and outlets; in-house supermarkets; catering companies; restaurants/hotels; artisan bakeries, coffee shops, pizza restaurants/chains, etc…
8. Can anyone attend the show? Do you have to be in the baking industry?
The show is open. You do not have to be in the baking industry to attend IBIE 2019, however, IBIE is designed for trade professionals in the grain-based foods industry–it is not a consumer show. We highly encourage food manufacturers and suppliers in the industry to attend.
All guests (except children) are welcome to attend the show, although guests and spouses are not complimentary. All attendees are subject to the registration fee. If you are not in the industry, please select the “Allied/Other” registration category when you register.
9. I am coming from overseas, how do I get a letter of invitation to obtain a visa?
If you are an international registrant, you will automatically receive a link to request an invitation letter for a visa as well as delivery options for receiving the letter. Visa letters are contingent upon registering for IBIE 2019. You cannot receive a visa letter unless you have registered.
10. What is the dress/attire?
The dress code varies from business attire to business casual to casual based on the business you plan to conduct at the show. Shirts and shoes are required of course; comfortable, covered shoes are recommended – IBIE is a big show with a lot of floor space to cover! We suggest dressing comfortably, but the dress code is strictly a personal preference.
11. Can I take pictures at the tradeshow?
Cameras are strictly prohibited on the show floor. Exceptions are authorized members of the media. Camera passes for media members are available in the Media Information Center in Room N115 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. To make arrangements in advance, contact Kate Blom-Lowery at [email protected].
12. What if I forget or lose my badge during the IBIE show?
Once a badge has been printed and mailed or picked up onsite, it will not be automatically re-printed on request. REPLACEMENT BADGES WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE FULL REGISTRATION FEE. Please come to the Registration Area at the Convention Center and ask to see a supervisor. You will be asked to show identification.
13. Are children and strollers permitted in the exhibit halls?
We regret that absolutely no children under 13 years of age (12 and younger, including infants in strollers or carried in a body carrier) are permitted on the exhibit floor. You must be 13 years or older to be on the show floor. This rule will be strictly enforced by IBIE Management for safety and insurance purposes. No exceptions will be made.
Proof of a child’s age may be required for show management to grant admission of the child to the IBIE show floor, including a birth certificate or official I.D. issued by a recognized governmental agency or school. Show management has the final decision on whether a child has permission to enter the IBIE show floor.
No exceptions will be made to grant IBIE show floor access to any children under the full and complete age of 13 as of the date of requested entry to the IBIE show floor.
14. Are there childcare services that I can hire onsite?
There are no childcare services onsite whatsoever. We strongly discourage bringing children under the age of 13 to the convention center – having someone watch them in the lobby is not recommended.
15. How can I get a show directory?
Show directories are available onsite for all attendees. They can be found in bins in various locations in the convention center. The list of exhibitors can be viewed here. Product locator finders and booth number lists will be available onsite at the show.
16. Does the Convention Center offer assistance for visitors with disabilities?
Helpful information for attendees with disabilities:
- Wheelchair or scooter rental
Requests for wheelchair and scooter rentals can be made through Scootaround Mobility Solutions; phone 888-441-7575 for reservations. Scooter rental requests can be made online here. You can book your mobility rental up to one year in advance and have it delivered to your hotel (pick up at Bell Desk) or you can make arrangements to pick it up at the FedEx Office located in the Grand Lobby (Central Hall) and the South Hall Lobby. - Automatic Doors
Automatic doors have been installed at both facilities at the most frequently used entrances for our disabled visitors. - TDDs
TDDs (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) are located throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. The IBIE 2019 show is located in the C (Central) and N (North) Halls, not in the S (South) Hall. There is one TTD at the bank of courtesy phones across from Dispatch (near Hall C3), one at the bank outside Room N243 (top of Grand Lobby escalators), and one in the Hall S1 lobby.
17. Is there a shipping office in the Convention Center?
There is a FedEx Office onsite located in the Grand Lobby (Central Hall) and the South Hall Lobby of the Convention Center.
Registration Information
1. How do I register?
You can register online here. On-site registration will be available at a higher fee.
2. How can I register multiple people?
The IBIE registration website allows multiple registrations at one time. It’s easy to do. At the end of the registration process, there will be an opportunity to click on “Add Another Registrant” to add another person. He/she will receive the same credentials as the initial registrant.
Spouses and guests can be added at the same time as each registrant – please note that spouse and guest types WILL NOT have credentials assigned to their record. Anyone registering who is active in the business or has different business credentials should register independently with either the “baker” or “allied/supplier/other” registration type.
3. Is there a phone number if I have questions about registration?
There is a “Live Chat” feature on the registration site if you need assistance.
Customer service assistance is available in multiple languages: Arabic, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. Online registration is available in multiple languages by using the “Bing Translator” feature.
4. What is the cost to attend?
Full pricing information for the exhibit hall and education passes can be viewed here.
5. What are “members of partnering associations” and why is the fee less than the non-member registration?
If you are a member of an IBIE partnering association (ABA, BEMA, RBA, ASB, AIB, APC, BBGA, IBA, TIA, RPIA, WFC and GFF), you may qualify for a membership discount.
As a benefit of being a member of one of these associations, registrants receive a discounted registration fee (available for pre-registration only, you must register on or prior to September 6). There are no association discounts for on-site registration.
6. I think I may be a member of one of these associations, how do I register to get the discount?
If you are a member of one of the partnering associations and are on their regular mailing list, you should receive a membership DISCOUNT CODE in the promotional emails from IBIE.
You can also call the association of which you are a member to verify membership and have them send you a discount code. You MUST be a member and can prove your credentials to receive the discount code. There are no association discounts for on-site registration.
7. Will I receive my badges before the show?
Badges will be mailed prior to the event to locations in the domestic U.S. to anyone registered before Thursday, August 15, 2019. Anyone registered after that date must bring their confirmation form to an Express Badge Pick-Up station in the Registration Area onsite where a badge will be generated.
International Attendee’s Badges will not be mailed. International attendees can bring their confirmation form with the bar code to an Express Badge Pick-Up station in the Registration Area onsite where a badge will be generated. You can also have your badge printed out at an International Registration Desk.
If you faxed your registration and did not provide an email address, a confirmation will be mailed to you. If you need to pick up your badge and do not have a confirmation form, you may be asked to show proper identification.
8. Are members of the press complimentary?
Yes, press are complimentary with approved and valid press credentials. Members of the press can register online here. Click the “Press” button and proceed to fill out the online press registration form.
To be pre-approved for a press badge, you will have to upload your press credentials. To receive a complimentary press badge onsite, credentials must be presented in the Media Information Center onsite in Room N115 to receive a complimentary badge.
9. How can I view, update or change my registration information?
You can update your registration information any time before your badge is printed by accessing your registration dashboard. To access your dashboard, return to the registration homepage here and log in with your email and password, then edit your registration. You can also add education or All-American Tailgate tickets.
10. If I have registered for IBIE but unexpectedly cannot attend, can I send someone in my place?
Yes, if your badge has not yet been printed and mailed. Call Customer Service for international residents and tell them to make the name replacement or make the name change to your registration at any time by editing your record online using your IBIE registration dashboard, see instructions above.
If your badge has already been mailed, you must turn in the badge at an onsite registration counter to receive a new one.
The new registrant will have the same access to everything connected to that record; however, if the new registrant does not want to take advantage of any items included in the registration outside of the badge for the tradeshow, they can request a refund by asking to see the registration manager onsite.
11. What is the IBIE cancellation/refund policy?
A refund will be made ONLY if registration is canceled on or before Wednesday, August 15, 2019. Refund requests must be in writing to the attention of IBIE via fax, via email, or mailed to 5202 Presidents Court, Suite G100, Frederick, MD 21703. After the cut-off date, refunds will be made at the discretion of IBIE Show Management.
IBIEducate Information
1. What IBIEducate programs are available and how much do they cost?
The IBIEducate program can be viewed here. There are multiple registration packages available and pricing can be viewed here.
2. What is the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar?
The Business of Baking for Beginners, better known as “BOB,” is designed for bakery operators of all kinds: new to the Industry or looking to join, and the “Old Pros” who are looking for a tune-up in best practices. The RPIA BOB is a full day of exposure with experts in the field.
Not only will they share secrets and tricks of the trade, but you’ll also have the opportunity to ask Certified Master Bakers your questions. Four experienced members of RPIA’s “brain trust” and more than 170 years of experience in baking await you. See the full agenda here.
3. When and where is the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar held?
The RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar will take place September 7, 2019, 8:15 am – 5:00 pm at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Badges and conference materials will be available for BOB registrants at the check-in desk outside of Room N263 located on the 2nd floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center one hour before the seminar begins.
4. How do I register for the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar?
Register the same way you would for IBIE. When you begin your registration, select the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar. Everyone registered for the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar will also receive a badge to enter the IBIE 2019 tradeshow floor.
5. How much does the RPIA Business of Baking for Beginners (BOB) Seminar cost?
The fee for the RPIA program is $450, which includes all seminar materials as well as an IBIE badge for all four days of the tradeshow.
6. What is the Tortilla Industry Association 2019 Technical Conference?
As the fastest growing sector of the baking business, the tortilla industry provides dynamic results for its members and exciting opportunities that attract newcomers. As its umbrella organization, the Tortilla Industry Association (TIA) offers 3 key events a year – its Annual Convention & Expo, its TIA Europe Conference, and the TIA Technical Conference.
Held in partnership with IBIE this year and every 3 years, the TIA Technical Conference will focus on enhancing operational skills, knowledge of safety regulations, quality control, preventive maintenance, plant efficiency, and other important best practices.
The TIA Technical Conference will offer timely information as well as networking opportunities with key players in this market that allow participants to capitalize on the fastest growing segment of the baking industry. See the full agenda here.
7. When and where is the TIA 2019 Technical Conference held?
The TIA 2019 Technical Conference is taking place September 7-8, 2019, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The schedule is as follows:
- Saturday, September 7, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Education Sessions
- Saturday, September 7, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Networking & Tabletops Reception
- Sunday, September 8, 8:30 am – 11:00 am Education Sessions
8. How do I register for the TIA 2019 Technical Conference?
Registration will be available in December 2018 and you can register the same way you would for IBIE. When you begin your registration, select the TIA 2019 Technical Conference. Everyone registered for the TIA 2019 Technical Conference will also receive a badge to enter the IBIE 2019 tradeshow floor.
Badges and conference materials will be available for TIA Conference registrants at the check-in desk outside of Room N250 located on the 2nd floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center one hour before the conference begins.
9. How much does the TIA 2019 Technical Conference cost?
The cost of registration is $295 and this includes a registration badge for all four days of the IBIE tradeshow as well.
Corporate and Small Meetings Program
1. How does a corporate meeting work at IBIE?
Corporate meetings are easy at IBIE! Holding your company’s annual meeting in conjunction with IBIE allows you to reduce travel expenses and travel time, get free or discounted meeting space and give your staff the opportunity to participate in IBIE.
You will work closely with IBIE staff to ensure you receive the best meeting space and sleeping rooms to fit your meeting needs. Does this have to be a baker company? Can anyone have a corporate meeting space?
2. Can I schedule a smaller meeting (1 – 10 people for example)?
Yes! IBIE staff can work with you on any size meeting that you may want to hold, pending space availability. Meeting space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. What hours can meetings occur?
Corporate or small meetings can occur outside of the IBIE show hours of 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, September 8-11, 2019.
4. What do I do to have a meeting at IBIE?
Visit the Corporate Meeting Program page here to arrange space at the Convention Center or at select Las Vegas Hotels.
Hotels and Transportation
1. How do I book a hotel room?
Visit the hotel page here. Special hotel rates and travel discounts are available exclusively for IBIE 2019 participants through onPeak, IBIE’s official housing partner. You can also save money and book with ease through onPeak’s simple-to-use reservation website here.
If you have any questions regarding hotel accommodations for the IBIE 2019 event, feel free to contact onPeak. A map and hotel list with rates and distances from the convention center are all available on the website.
PLEASE NOTE: onPeak is the only official housing company associated with the IBIE 2019. While other hotel resellers may contact you offering housing for your trip, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with the show. If you do choose to book with a vendor not endorsed by the IBIE 2019, we encourage you to verify their credentials before doing business with them, and then independently confirm that your reservations have in fact been made and will be honored by directly contacting your chosen hotel, airline and/or rental car company.
2. Will there be transportation provided to the convention center from my hotel?
Shuttle buses are available during peak hours to and from IBIE hotels that are not considered “within walking distance,” such as the Westgate. Buses will run approximately every 15 minutes and begin at the first of hotel for each bus route at 7:30 AM each morning of the show.
Shuttle buses will run up to an hour after the show ends each day. For a price list and map of IBIE 2019 hotels, visit the hotel page here.
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