Welcome, Food Technologists, Marvel Enthusiasts, Advertising Specialists and Jewelry Designers!

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

•Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting (July 11 – 15) – Get a first-hand look at the latest trends, the newest products, and the most recent innovations driving food science, and meet the people leading these advances — more than 23,000 top food science and technology professionals from more than 90 countries, representing the most prominent organizations in the global food sector. Take advantage of the industry’s best science, strategies, and solutions to inform your work and improve your business. For more information and to register, please visit http://www.am-fe.ift.org/cms/.

Want to save up to 40% on your hotel stay? Stay in Burr Ridge! Choose from the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants! (Just 18 miles from McCormick Place on I-55 at County Line Road (1/2 mile south of I-294).

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•The Marvel Experience (July 11 – August 2) – Now you can join forces with Marvel’s mightiest Heroes on a mission to save the planet. As S.H.I.E.L.D.’s newest recruit, you’ll scale buildings with Spidey, smash villains as Hulk, shoot energy beams with Vision, and fly as Iron Man. Your journey will take you through the amazing 3D 360 degrees Stereoscopic full-Dome projection theater before taking flight in the thrilling motion ride as you battle Red Skull and HYDRA! Become part of this ‘all ages’ experience as you learn about your favorite heroes and villains, all while sharpening your own super powers! For tickets, please visit https://themarvelexperiencetour.com/.

•ASI Show (July 12 – 14) – At The ASI (Advertising Specialty Institute) Show, their business is helping your business grow by bringing together suppliers, decorators and distributors within the advertising specialty industry. The action-packed schedule features exhibits promoting the newest and most unique items, the industry’s largest education conference and non-stop networking opportunities. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your industry relationships, learn the latest trends and discuss your sales goals and clients’ needs face to face with leading suppliers. To learn more and to register, please visit www.asishow.com.

•The O2 Experience 2015 (July 23 – 25) – Origami Owl’s National Convention, The O2 Experience, is in Chicago this year, bringing together thousands of Designers from across the country. This event is all about making connections, telling your story, growing your business and discovering the balance we all seek in our lives. The weekend will include training, BIG announcements, product previews, inspiration, exclusive time with your teams and so much more. Whether you are a Team Leader or a brand new Designer, this event will change how you approach your Origami Own business. To learn more and to register, please visit www.origamiowlevents.com.

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four hotels in Burr Ridge! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the four hotels in Burr Ridge; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. And remember, just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities for large or small conference spaces. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.