SOFT–TIAFT 2026 Exhibitor & Sponsor Preview

September 19–24, 2026

Hilton Chicago • Chicago, IL

Overview

SOFT/TIAFT 2026 will bring together an expanded international audience of forensic toxicologists, laboratory directors, researchers, and decision makers from more than 60 countries. This joint meeting represents a significant increase in visibility and global reach for exhibitors. The full Exhibitor Prospectus will be distributed in the coming weeks.

Booth Fee

10×10 Exhibit Booth: $3,995

Island booths are available for exhibitors purchasing four or more booths,

View the Exhibit Hall Floorplan here

Exhibitor Move-In and Move-Out

  • Move-In: Monday, September 21, 2026
  • Move-Out: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Tier Sponsorship Levels

  • Tier I — $40,000
  • Tier II — $25,000
  • Tier III — $12,000
  • Tier IV — $6,000
  • Tier V — $3,000

A full sponsorship comparison matrix will be provided in the formal prospectus.

Lunch and Learn Sponsorship

  • Included with Tier I
  • Available as an add-on for Tier II
  • Not available for Tiers III through V
  • Meeting Bags — $30,000
  • Water Bottles — $10,000
  • Lanyards — $10,000

Additional Opportunities

  • Fun Run Sponsorship — $350
  • Drink Tokens (set of ten) — $250

Advertising Opportunities

  • Program Book Ads — $850
  • Bag Inserts — $1,000

Key Exhibitor Deadlines

  • Prospectus Published and Booth and Sponsorship Reservations Open: January 12, 2026
  • Booth Reservations and Payments Due: March 6, 2026
  • Registration Opens: May 19, 2026
  • Hotel Room Blocks Open: May 19, 2026
  • All Booths Assigned: May 22, 2026
  • Exhibitor Kit Distributed: June 1, 2026
  • Logos Due: July 1, 2026
  • Program Book Ads Due: July 31, 2026
  • Exhibitor Listings Due: July 31, 2026
  • Lunch and Learn and Reception Information Due: August 14, 2026
  • Bag Inserts Due: August 21, 2026
  • Booth Staff Registration Due: August 28, 2026

Contact

For exhibitor and sponsorship questions, please email [email protected].