Media & Influencer Welcome Reception

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Level 3 - Main Stage (S320)

Registration and Badge Pick Up

7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Level 2

Opening Keynote: Bert Jacobs, CEO (Chief Executive Optimist) and Co-Founder of Life is Good® 

9:00 am - 9:45 am

Level 3 - Main Stage (S320)

It has been 30 years since Bert and his brother John sold their first t-shirt, but their mission remains to this day: to spread the power of optimism. Join us for a story of entrepreneurship, inspiration, and positive social impact which demonstrates the depth and meaning behind the three simple words “Life is Good.” 

Limited Seating Available

Exhibit Hall Open

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

South Concourse

New Products Showcase 

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Exhibit Hall - Innovation in Motion Experience

Vote using the Global Pet Expo mobile app

Global Learning Series - Day 1

10:00 am - 3:45 pm

Level 2 - View Sessions

Unleashed Party - Opening Night Welcome Reception

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Level 3 - Main Stage (S320)

Sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition

Registration and Badge Pick Up

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Level 2

Keynote: Tyler Mathisen of CNBC & Pet Industry Executive Panel

8:00 am - 8:45 am

Level 3 - Main Stage (S320)

Join Tyler Mathisen, renowned news anchor and Vice President of Events Strategy for CNBC for insight into how factors like tariffs, interest rates, employment, and AI shape our economic outlook. Mathisen will moderate a panel discussion featuring executives from some of the most notable brands in the pet industry. The future of pet is at the forefront during this special keynote event. 

Limited Seating Available

Exhibit Hall Open

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

South Concourse

New Products Showcase 

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Exhibit Hall - Innovation in Motion Experience

Vote using the Global Pet Expo mobile app until 12 pm ET (noon).

Global Learning Series - Day 2

10:00 am - 3:45 pm

Level 2 - View Sessions

Purina Pet Care Innovation Awards - Grand Prize Pitch Competition

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Spotlight Stage - New Product Showcase

Topgolf Networking Event

6:45 pm - 9:45 pm

Topgolf Orlando - RSVP Required

Registration and Badge Pick Up

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Level 2

Exhibit Hall Open

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

South Concourse

Perspectives In Innovation Experience (featuring The New Product Showcase)

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Exhibit Hall

Best In Show Awards - New Product Showcase Winners

Time TBD

Spotlight Stage - New Product Showcase

Global Learning Series - Day 3

10:00 am - 10:45 am

Level 2 - View Sessions