Time's Running Out: Early Bird Rates for the 2026 IBWA—NEBWA Bottled Water Conference & Trade Show End July 20

Time's Running Out: Early Bird Rates for the 2026 IBWA-NEBWA Bottled Water Conference & Trade Show End July 20

International Bottled Water Association | NEWS RELEASE | July 13, 2026

Time's Running Out: Early Bird Rates for the 2026 IBWA-NEBWA Bottled Water Conference & Trade Show End July 20

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - The countdown is on. Early bird pricing for the industry's biggest event of the year - the co-hosted International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) and Northeast Bottled Water Association (NEBWA) 2026 Conference & Trade Show - ends July 20. Miss the deadline, and rates go up July 21.

Taking place September 28 - October 1 at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, this year's event marks a historic first: IBWA and NEBWA are joining forces to co-host the bottled water industry's premier annual gathering. Under the theme "STRONGER TOGETHER," the conference will bring together executives, plant operators, route managers, bottlers, distributors, and suppliers from across the country for four days of connection, education, and collaboration you won't find anywhere else.

Register now before rates increase: https://conference.bottledwater.org/registration/

Why You Can't Afford to Miss This Year's Event

This isn't just another industry conference - it's where the bottled water industry's future gets shaped. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of regulatory shifts, discover the technologies transforming operations, deepen relationships with customers and suppliers, or grow your network, this event delivers it all under one roof.

Attendees get full access to an expert-led education program covering water quality and treatment, regulatory updates, operational best practices, business strategy, emerging technologies, and the issues shaping where the industry goes next.

A Can't-Miss Speaker Lineup

This year's program features a powerhouse roster of industry leaders and analysts, including:

• Matt Herrick, President and CEO of IBWA
• Judd Larned, President of Culligan North America
• Chris Costagli, Vice President of Food & Non-Alcoholic Beverage Insights at Nielsen IQ
• John Dunham, founder of Guerilla Economics
• Jared Helenic, AI Product Specialist for Infor's Food and Beverage customers
• A CEO Roundtable, co-hosted by NEBWA Executive Director Jason Hutzley and IBWA President & CEO Matt Herrick
• Thought leaders tackling Extended Producer Responsibility, Water Treatment and Testing, and more
• Top industry honorees celebrated at the IBWA Awards Ceremony

An Expanded Trade Show Floor

This year's trade show is bigger than ever, spotlighting leading suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers showcasing the latest in packaging, production and bottling equipment, coolers, water treatment systems, quality assurance and testing, automation, software, and operational solutions. It's your chance to see what's next, build supplier relationships, and find the solutions that will drive your business forward.

Limited Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available

Want to put your brand in front of the industry's key decision-makers? Exhibit and sponsorship spots are still open - but they won't be for long. This is your platform to showcase your products, connect directly with buyers, and cement your company's leadership in the bottled water and hydration space.

From actionable insights to daily receptions, meals, and social gatherings built for networking, you'll leave with everything you need to stay competitive - and the relationships to back it up.

Don't wait. Early bird pricing ends July 20. Register today and secure your spot: https://conference.bottledwater.org/

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