Dietary Supplements Ingredients / Food & Beverage Ingredients / Nutraceutical Supply Chain
SupplySide Global 2026
SupplySide Global 2026
SupplySide Global 2026
📍
Las Vegas
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NV
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US
🌆
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
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Oct 26, 2026
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Oct 30, 2026



20x20 Ingredient-Focused Island Booth — Built for Structured B2B Consultations



20x20 Ingredient-Focused Island Booth — Built for Structured B2B Consultations



20x20 Ingredient-Focused Island Booth — Built for Structured B2B Consultations
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
SupplySide Global is a flagship B2B ingredients and sourcing event for dietary supplements, functional food & beverage, and nutraceutical supply chains—bringing together ingredient manufacturers, extract suppliers, contract manufacturers (CDMO/CMO), testing labs, packaging partners, and brand teams focused on formulation and commercialization. Hosted in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, the show environment is meeting-heavy and specification-driven: buyers evaluate ingredient quality, documentation readiness, lead times, and supply continuity as much as they evaluate the product story.
For SSG exhibitors, booth execution must support “technical conversations at speed.” Many booths need a clean sampling workflow (powders, capsules, oils), structured spec-sheet presentation (COA, allergen statements, non-GMO/organic documentation), and clear claims-safe messaging for functional benefits (sleep, cognition, gut health, sports nutrition, immunity) without over-promising. Sampling counters, literature zones, and semi-private tables for procurement and formulation discussions matter more here than large theatrical demos. A 30x40 trade show booth layout is often a strong fit when you need multiple supplier meeting tables, ingredient category zoning, and a controlled sampling flow that stays tidy under continuous traffic.
Because the event runs at Mandalay Bay, freight timing, drayage coordination, and labor scheduling impact readiness—especially for ingredient exhibitors shipping palletized samples, small wares, and heavy literature. For venue-specific execution planning, reference our Las Vegas trade show booth builder guide. To reduce last-minute risk for sampling counters, literature walls, and meeting areas, early Logistics & Pre-Show Coordination helps sequence crates, power drops, and on-site assembly so your booth is “spec-ready” before meetings start.
SupplySide Global is a flagship B2B ingredients and sourcing event for dietary supplements, functional food & beverage, and nutraceutical supply chains—bringing together ingredient manufacturers, extract suppliers, contract manufacturers (CDMO/CMO), testing labs, packaging partners, and brand teams focused on formulation and commercialization. Hosted in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, the show environment is meeting-heavy and specification-driven: buyers evaluate ingredient quality, documentation readiness, lead times, and supply continuity as much as they evaluate the product story.
For SSG exhibitors, booth execution must support “technical conversations at speed.” Many booths need a clean sampling workflow (powders, capsules, oils), structured spec-sheet presentation (COA, allergen statements, non-GMO/organic documentation), and clear claims-safe messaging for functional benefits (sleep, cognition, gut health, sports nutrition, immunity) without over-promising. Sampling counters, literature zones, and semi-private tables for procurement and formulation discussions matter more here than large theatrical demos. A 30x40 trade show booth layout is often a strong fit when you need multiple supplier meeting tables, ingredient category zoning, and a controlled sampling flow that stays tidy under continuous traffic.
Because the event runs at Mandalay Bay, freight timing, drayage coordination, and labor scheduling impact readiness—especially for ingredient exhibitors shipping palletized samples, small wares, and heavy literature. For venue-specific execution planning, reference our Las Vegas trade show booth builder guide. To reduce last-minute risk for sampling counters, literature walls, and meeting areas, early Logistics & Pre-Show Coordination helps sequence crates, power drops, and on-site assembly so your booth is “spec-ready” before meetings start.
Event Facts
Event Facts
Education + Expo Hall Split (2026)
Education + Expo Hall Split (2026)
Education runs Oct 26–30, 2026; the Expo Hall runs Oct 28–30, 2026 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
Education runs Oct 26–30, 2026; the Expo Hall runs Oct 28–30, 2026 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
Ingredient-Driven B2B Marketplace
Ingredient-Driven B2B Marketplace
SSG focuses on ingredient sourcing for supplements and functional food & beverage, connecting suppliers, manufacturers, and brand teams across the nutrition supply chain.
SSG focuses on ingredient sourcing for supplements and functional food & beverage, connecting suppliers, manufacturers, and brand teams across the nutrition supply chain.
Large-Scale Exhibitor Floor
Large-Scale Exhibitor Floor
The event lists 20,000+ total participants and 1,600+ exhibiting companies.
The event lists 20,000+ total participants and 1,600+ exhibiting companies.
Exhibiting Challenges
Exhibiting Challenges
Challenges 1
Claims-Safe Messaging for Functional Benefits
Claims-Safe Messaging for Functional Benefits
Ingredient benefits (sleep, cognition, gut health, sports performance) must be communicated with compliant wording, clear substantiation framing, and organized supporting documents.
Ingredient benefits (sleep, cognition, gut health, sports performance) must be communicated with compliant wording, clear substantiation framing, and organized supporting documents.
Challenges 2
Sampling Workflow Without Mess
Sampling Workflow Without Mess
Powders, capsules, oils, and beverage bases require tidy sampling counters, waste control, and fast restocking during continuous buyer traffic.
Powders, capsules, oils, and beverage bases require tidy sampling counters, waste control, and fast restocking during continuous buyer traffic.
Challenges 3
Spec Sheet & Documentation Readiness
Spec Sheet & Documentation Readiness
Buyers often ask for COA, allergen statements, origin traceability, certifications, and lead-time clarity—so literature zones must be structured and easy to navigate.
Buyers often ask for COA, allergen statements, origin traceability, certifications, and lead-time clarity—so literature zones must be structured and easy to navigate.
Challenges 4
Meeting-Heavy Booth Flow
Meeting-Heavy Booth Flow
SSG is dense with scheduled supplier meetings; booths need semi-private tables that don’t block aisle visibility or sampling counters.
SSG is dense with scheduled supplier meetings; booths need semi-private tables that don’t block aisle visibility or sampling counters.
Challenges 5
Multi-Category Ingredient Zoning
Multi-Category Ingredient Zoning
Exhibitors covering botanicals, probiotics, proteins, sweeteners, and delivery systems need clear category zoning to avoid visual clutter and confusion.
Exhibitors covering botanicals, probiotics, proteins, sweeteners, and delivery systems need clear category zoning to avoid visual clutter and confusion.
Challenges 6
Palletized Samples & Freight Sequencing
Palletized Samples & Freight Sequencing
Many suppliers ship palletized samples and heavy literature; crate labeling and install sequencing must match meeting readiness priorities.
Many suppliers ship palletized samples and heavy literature; crate labeling and install sequencing must match meeting readiness priorities.
Preparation Steps
Preparation Steps
1
Map Ingredient Categories to Zones
Define zones for key portfolios (botanicals / probiotics / proteins / sweeteners / delivery systems) before finalizing counters and graphics.
Define zones for key portfolios (botanicals / probiotics / proteins / sweeteners / delivery systems) before finalizing counters and graphics.
2
Design Sampling + Meeting Workflow
Design Sampling + Meeting Workflow
Plan a front sampling counter, mid-booth literature/spec zone, and rear semi-private meeting tables to separate traffic from negotiations.
Plan a front sampling counter, mid-booth literature/spec zone, and rear semi-private meeting tables to separate traffic from negotiations.
3
Prebuild Check for Counters & Storage
Prebuild Check for Counters & Storage
Validate counter heights, storage capacity for samples, and literature wall stability before shipping to prevent on-site rework.
Validate counter heights, storage capacity for samples, and literature wall stability before shipping to prevent on-site rework.
4
Sequence Freight for “Spec-Ready” Setup
Sequence Freight for “Spec-Ready” Setup
Install structure and literature walls first, then counters, then samples—so documentation and meeting zones are ready before traffic peaks.
Install structure and literature walls first, then counters, then samples—so documentation and meeting zones are ready before traffic peaks.
Local Execution Notes
Local Execution Notes
Mandalay Bay Material Handling Timing
Mandalay Bay Material Handling Timing
Coordinate drayage timing early for pallets and sample cartons so counters and literature zones can be stocked in a controlled sequence.
Union Labor Calls for Build + Staging
Union Labor Calls for Build + Staging
Schedule labor for structure, counter placement, and pallet staging to avoid delays during tight move-in windows.
Back-of-House Storage for Samples
Back-of-House Storage for Samples
Include concealed storage for sample cartons, giveaway materials, and replenishment supplies to keep counters clean throughout the show.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What booth size works best for ingredient suppliers at SupplySide Global?

A 10x20 works for single-portfolio suppliers with a clean sampling counter, while a 30x40 booth is a strong fit for multi-ingredient portfolios that need multiple meeting tables, category zoning, and controlled sampling flow.
How should we structure sampling and meetings on the show floor?

Use a front sampling counter for powders/capsules/oils, a dedicated spec-sheet zone for COA and documentation, and semi-private meeting tables for procurement and formulation discussions—so sampling traffic doesn’t disrupt negotiations.
What is the most critical execution factor at Mandalay Bay for SSG?

Freight sequencing and “spec-ready” setup timing—counters, literature walls, and meeting areas must be installed first so ingredient samples and documentation are organized before buyers arrive.
What booth size works best for ingredient suppliers at SupplySide Global?

A 10x20 works for single-portfolio suppliers with a clean sampling counter, while a 30x40 booth is a strong fit for multi-ingredient portfolios that need multiple meeting tables, category zoning, and controlled sampling flow.
How should we structure sampling and meetings on the show floor?

Use a front sampling counter for powders/capsules/oils, a dedicated spec-sheet zone for COA and documentation, and semi-private meeting tables for procurement and formulation discussions—so sampling traffic doesn’t disrupt negotiations.
What is the most critical execution factor at Mandalay Bay for SSG?

Freight sequencing and “spec-ready” setup timing—counters, literature walls, and meeting areas must be installed first so ingredient samples and documentation are organized before buyers arrive.

SSG
SupplySide Global
Event Time
Oct 26, 2026
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Oct 30, 2026
Venue
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Organizer
Informa Markets
Exhibitor Scale
Large — 20,000+ participants; 1,600+ exhibiting companies
Audience Type
B2B — Ingredient suppliers, contract manufacturers, finished-brand founders, R&D and formulation teams, QA/QC, procurement, packaging partners
Typical Booth Size
10x10 / 10x20 inline for single-ingredient or lab-service exhibitors; 20x20 or 20x30 for multi-ingredient portfolios, contract manufacturing, and branded demo/meeting zones
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