January 5, 2024

The SOCMA Show is back in Music City! As the hub for the Specialty, Fine and Batch Chemical Industry, join more than 1000 leaders for B2B and commercial networking on February 19-21, 2024 at the JW Marriott Nashville.

Why attend the SOCMA Show?
The SOCMA Show gathers 155+ toll and contract manufacturers, equipment, logistics, technology and consulting providers for 17+ hours of on-the-show-floor networking.

As the convener for the industry, SOCMA enhances the trade show experience by delivering cutting edge general sessions on industry trends and supply chain perspectives and outlooks. Attending the show as a chemical supply chain or procurement professional, connects you with a diverse set of contract and toll manufacturing partners through networking on the show floor.

NON-EXHIBITORS: If you are not a registered exhibitor and wish to attend the 2024 SOCMA Show, click the button below to register.

Register to Attend the SOCMA Show


SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

Meet with 155+ Exhibitors

Learn more about exhibitors at the SOCMA Show. This user-friendly interactive floor plan may be used to search for specific companies, and find booth locations on the show floor.
See Show Map: https://socma2024.expofp.com/

New this Year! Look up manufacturers by specific chemistries and expertise in the printed show guide.


Deep Dive into Company Capabilities During a Showcase
The SOCMA Show kicks off on Monday, February 19 with a sold-out exhibitor showcase. Learn about new innovations from the following 36 companies during live, on-stage presentations. Company presentations are held in 15-minute slots.


SOCMA Member Lounge
The SOCMA Member Lounge provides a designated area for SOCMA Members to set-up important meetings away from the show floor. Enjoy light refreshments and check-in with SOCMA Staff to learn more about 2024 association plans.


Digital Show Daily
The SOCMA show publishes a morning daily to highlight show day activities, individual networking opportunities, and a recap of prior-day activities. Look out for these to hit your inbox at 6am CT each day. New this year! Job postings by exhibitor companies will be included in the digital show daily.


Four General Sessions
General sessions will take place concurrently with the SOCMA Show exposition hours. Each session has been carefully curated to give attendees insight into opportunities for managing business opportunities within chemical supply chain. Topics for 2024 include:

  • Securing the Future: Strategic Investments in Critical Chemicals for National Defense
  • Economic Outlook: Trends, Indicators and Drivers for the Chemical Industry
  • Keys to Securing Contract/Tolling Business from a Buyer Perspective
  • Contract Manufacturing Resilience & Resurgence

Learn more about each session.

Peer Group Connections
SOCMA provides opportunities for four peer groups to share, connect and grow at individual events. RSVP for each function using the online form. Please note, participants in the Manufacturer Executive Leaders Exchange will require approval or invitation by SOCMA.

Sunday, February 18

  • 5:00pm-6:00pm
    First Time Attendees & Early Arrival Happy Hour
    Kick off your networking with a Sunday Happy Hour and learn more about the SOCMA Show from the SOCMA Board of Governors and SOCMA Staff. First time attendees can obtain the lay of the land and exhibitors can take a break from booth set-up.

Monday, February 19

  • 6:30pm-8:00pm
    SOCMA Leadership Accelerator Dinner
    Join the SOCMA team for dinner at Sixty Vines! Specifically designed for future chemical company leaders, this networking dinner deepens your connection to the industry.

Tuesday, February 20

  • 6:00pm-7:00pm
    Manufacturer Executive Leaders Exchange (Invite Only)
    Network with fellow manufacturing executives during this invite only reception.

Wednesday, February 21

  • 7:30am-8:00am
    SOCMA Women in Specialties Networking Coffee
    Connect with women in the specialty chemical space over coffee and continue on to a breakfast discussion. Discuss topics that impact you and share your insight on your own professional journey.

Contact Us

Have questions about the SOCMA Show? Contact us at info@socma.org.

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