Expo Events Schedule
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- Tuesday, October 01
- Sunday, March 22
- Monday, March 23
- Tuesday, March 24
- Wednesday, March 25
- Thursday, March 26
- Friday, March 27
- Saturday, March 28
- Sunday, March 29
12 pm - 12 pm
Global Learning Series
How Merchants Can Cooperate with Brands on MAP Compliance
9:30 am - 10 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Marketing Innovation Lab: Storytelling and Brand Marketing Workshop
10 am - 4 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Marketing Innovation Lab: Group Marketing Proposal Workshop
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Digital Footprint to Physical Foot Traffic: How Dr. Marty Drives Growth at Independent Pet Stores
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Greener Tails Ahead: Why Pet Can’t Be the Last to Catch Up
10 am - 10:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Demystifying EPR: How Pet Brands Can Turn Regulation into Opportunity
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Profiting from the Pet-Inclusive Economy through Strategic Partnerships
11 am - 11:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Retail-Ready: What You Need Before Hitting the Shelf—Physical and Digital
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Organic Pet Food: Evidence, Safety, and Traceable Sourcing From Farm to Bowl
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Private Credit 101: Tailored Debt Financing for Strategic Growth
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Reinvent, Realign, Rise: The Power of a Diversified Pivot
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Kindness in Every Kibble: Advancing Animal Welfare In Pet Food
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Pet Brand Playbook: Smart Channel Strategy for Pet Brands
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Tackling Pet Food’s Climate Pawprint: The Role of Sustainable Proteins
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Conversion Multiplier: How Smart Brands Scale with Creator & Publisher Traffic
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Real Reason for Pets: Making the Case for Pet Ownership
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Concept to Cart: How to Make Your Pet Product a Success
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Paws and Effect: What Dual-Species Owners Reveal About the Future of Pet Shopping
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Future-Proofing Brand Discoverability: How to Rank in Both Google Search AND AI Results
11 am - 11:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Innovation to Implementation: Closing the Loop on Flexible Packaging Without Greenwashing
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Future of Fit: Building Pet Brands That Anticipate Their Customers
12 pm - 12:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
Explore how sustainably sourced algae-based Omega-3 DHA is shaping the future of pet nutrition.
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Captivating Cats: Unlocking Palatability & Stability in Functional Formulas
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
The New Era of Amazon: Tools, Trends & What Pet Brands Can Do Now
1 pm - 1:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Idea to Bowl: A Roadmap to Unlocking the Potential of Novel Ingredients for the Pet Food Industry
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
AI in Pet PR: How Brands Can Balance Innovation with Authenticity
1 pm - 1:45 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
From the Outside In: Brands With Your Pet's Wellness in Mind
1:10 pm - 1:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Turning R&D into Real-World Pet Health Solutions
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
News Media Gold Rush: Command Free Publicity and Get Great PR
2 pm - 2:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Beyond the Video: Building Systems That Scale Your Pet Creator Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Paw Print to Proof Point: The Business Case for Sustainability in the Pet Industry
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Future Proof Your Business: The Changing Demographics of the Pet Industry and How to Prosper in the New Pet Economy
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Humanizing AI: Storytelling With Generative Tools That Drive PetBrand Loyalty
3:30 pm - 3:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Creating Cohesive Social Content for High-Impact Campaign
3:40 pm - 4 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Pet Retail Trends – How Can You Harness Growth in 2026?
4 pm - 4:45 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Influencing Paws: Collaborating with Pet Influencers for Brand Success
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Idea to Aisle: How Smart Manufacturing is Powering the Next Generation of Pet Brands
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Why Pet Retailers & Brands Can’t Afford to Ignore LinkedIn
9:30 am - 9:50 am
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Old Dogs, New Tricks: Personal Branding & Presentation Skills for Pet Industry Executives
9:30 am - 10:15 am
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Shaping the Future: Industry Trends and Strategic Shifts
9:30 am - 9:50 am
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Introduction to Influencer Marketing (The Do's and Don'ts)
10 am - 10:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
What Pet Parents Want from Sustainable Brands (and What They Are Willing to Pay)
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Building Lifelong Pet Lovers – One Classroom at a Time
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Navigating Risks and Regulatory Classification of Pet Treats with Health Benefits
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
The Shelter Adopter Advantage: Why Pet Brands Should Chase the $110 Customer
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Transparency Is the New Currency: Building Trust, Accountability, and Growth in Pet Retail
11 am - 11:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
A Case Study: The Packaging Conundrum
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
15-Minute Amazon Audit: A Live Look at What Brands Are Doing Right (and Where They Can Improve)
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Beyond Pellets: How UK-Born Expertise Is Helping Re energize Small Pet in the US
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
The Cat Category Advantage: Insights, Influencers & Retail Strategy
12:40 pm - 1 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Retail Theatre for Your Consumers and Their Pets
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Partners in Growth: Using Digital Experiences and Brand Collaboration to Build Customer Loyalty
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Paws & Purpose: Storytelling that Sells and Saves Lives
2 pm - 2:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
Sustainability in Pet Care: Lessons in Leadership, Innovation, and Sustainability from the Frontlines of Pet Care
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Spotlight Stage
Awards
Purina Pet Care Innovation Awards – Grand Prize Pitch Competition
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Social Impact Through a Compassionate Lens: The Power of the Influencer
2 pm - 2:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Educate to Engage: How Trainer-Led Content Builds Trust, Reduces Returns, and Grows Pet Brands
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
How to Work with Animal Shelters and Rescues to Support Your Community
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Today's Standard in Pet Retail: Trust, Transparency, and Sustainability
3 pm - 3:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Pay Attention to Me: A Pet Care Business Guide to Brand Partnerships
3:10 pm - 3:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Tradition Meets Technology: What Dog Shows Can Teach the Pet Industry About Digital Engagement
3:40 pm - 4 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Picking the Right Pet Packaging: How to Choose Packaging that Protects, Performs and Sells.
3:45 pm - 4:30 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Speaking Their Language: How Segmentation Transforms Your Marketing Strategy
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Milk-Bone to Cat Cafés: How Innovation and Collaboration Create New Markets in the Pet Industry
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Profit from Purpose: Turning Everyday Operations into Financial Wins
Tuesday, October 01
12 pm - 12 pm
Global Learning Series
How Merchants Can Cooperate with Brands on MAP Compliance
Sunday, March 22
Monday, March 23
9:30 am - 10 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Marketing Innovation Lab: Storytelling and Brand Marketing Workshop
10 am - 4 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Marketing Innovation Lab: Group Marketing Proposal Workshop
Tuesday, March 24
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Digital Footprint to Physical Foot Traffic: How Dr. Marty Drives Growth at Independent Pet Stores
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Greener Tails Ahead: Why Pet Can’t Be the Last to Catch Up
10 am - 10:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Demystifying EPR: How Pet Brands Can Turn Regulation into Opportunity
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Profiting from the Pet-Inclusive Economy through Strategic Partnerships
11 am - 11:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Retail-Ready: What You Need Before Hitting the Shelf—Physical and Digital
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Organic Pet Food: Evidence, Safety, and Traceable Sourcing From Farm to Bowl
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Private Credit 101: Tailored Debt Financing for Strategic Growth
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Reinvent, Realign, Rise: The Power of a Diversified Pivot
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Kindness in Every Kibble: Advancing Animal Welfare In Pet Food
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Pet Brand Playbook: Smart Channel Strategy for Pet Brands
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 C
The Pet Summit
Tackling Pet Food’s Climate Pawprint: The Role of Sustainable Proteins
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Conversion Multiplier: How Smart Brands Scale with Creator & Publisher Traffic
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Real Reason for Pets: Making the Case for Pet Ownership
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Concept to Cart: How to Make Your Pet Product a Success
Wednesday, March 25
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Paws and Effect: What Dual-Species Owners Reveal About the Future of Pet Shopping
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Future-Proofing Brand Discoverability: How to Rank in Both Google Search AND AI Results
11 am - 11:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Innovation to Implementation: Closing the Loop on Flexible Packaging Without Greenwashing
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
The Future of Fit: Building Pet Brands That Anticipate Their Customers
12 pm - 12:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
Explore how sustainably sourced algae-based Omega-3 DHA is shaping the future of pet nutrition.
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Captivating Cats: Unlocking Palatability & Stability in Functional Formulas
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
The New Era of Amazon: Tools, Trends & What Pet Brands Can Do Now
1 pm - 1:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Idea to Bowl: A Roadmap to Unlocking the Potential of Novel Ingredients for the Pet Food Industry
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
AI in Pet PR: How Brands Can Balance Innovation with Authenticity
1 pm - 1:45 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
From the Outside In: Brands With Your Pet's Wellness in Mind
1:10 pm - 1:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Turning R&D into Real-World Pet Health Solutions
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
News Media Gold Rush: Command Free Publicity and Get Great PR
2 pm - 2:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Beyond the Video: Building Systems That Scale Your Pet Creator Business
2 pm - 2:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
From Paw Print to Proof Point: The Business Case for Sustainability in the Pet Industry
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Future Proof Your Business: The Changing Demographics of the Pet Industry and How to Prosper in the New Pet Economy
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Humanizing AI: Storytelling With Generative Tools That Drive PetBrand Loyalty
3:30 pm - 3:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Creating Cohesive Social Content for High-Impact Campaign
3:40 pm - 4 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Pet Retail Trends – How Can You Harness Growth in 2026?
4 pm - 4:45 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Influencing Paws: Collaborating with Pet Influencers for Brand Success
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Idea to Aisle: How Smart Manufacturing is Powering the Next Generation of Pet Brands
Thursday, March 26
9 am - 9:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Why Pet Retailers & Brands Can’t Afford to Ignore LinkedIn
9:30 am - 9:50 am
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Old Dogs, New Tricks: Personal Branding & Presentation Skills for Pet Industry Executives
9:30 am - 10:15 am
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Shaping the Future: Industry Trends and Strategic Shifts
9:30 am - 9:50 am
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Introduction to Influencer Marketing (The Do's and Don'ts)
10 am - 10:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
What Pet Parents Want from Sustainable Brands (and What They Are Willing to Pay)
10 am - 10:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Building Lifelong Pet Lovers – One Classroom at a Time
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Navigating Risks and Regulatory Classification of Pet Treats with Health Benefits
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 B
The Pet Summit
The Shelter Adopter Advantage: Why Pet Brands Should Chase the $110 Customer
11 am - 11:45 am
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Transparency Is the New Currency: Building Trust, Accountability, and Growth in Pet Retail
11 am - 11:45 am
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
A Case Study: The Packaging Conundrum
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
15-Minute Amazon Audit: A Live Look at What Brands Are Doing Right (and Where They Can Improve)
12:10 pm - 12:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Beyond Pellets: How UK-Born Expertise Is Helping Re energize Small Pet in the US
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
The Cat Category Advantage: Insights, Influencers & Retail Strategy
12:40 pm - 1 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Retail Theatre for Your Consumers and Their Pets
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Partners in Growth: Using Digital Experiences and Brand Collaboration to Build Customer Loyalty
1 pm - 1:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Paws & Purpose: Storytelling that Sells and Saves Lives
2 pm - 2:45 pm
Pet Sustainability Stage
Global Learning Series
Sustainability in Pet Care: Lessons in Leadership, Innovation, and Sustainability from the Frontlines of Pet Care
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Spotlight Stage
Awards
Purina Pet Care Innovation Awards – Grand Prize Pitch Competition
2 pm - 2:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
Social Impact Through a Compassionate Lens: The Power of the Influencer
2 pm - 2:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Educate to Engage: How Trainer-Led Content Builds Trust, Reduces Returns, and Grows Pet Brands
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
How to Work with Animal Shelters and Rescues to Support Your Community
3 pm - 3:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Today's Standard in Pet Retail: Trust, Transparency, and Sustainability
3 pm - 3:20 pm
Petfluence Studio
Global Learning Series
Pay Attention to Me: A Pet Care Business Guide to Brand Partnerships
3:10 pm - 3:30 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Tradition Meets Technology: What Dog Shows Can Teach the Pet Industry About Digital Engagement
3:40 pm - 4 pm
Catalyst Stage
Global Learning Series
Picking the Right Pet Packaging: How to Choose Packaging that Protects, Performs and Sells.
3:45 pm - 4:30 pm
Spotlight Stage
Global Learning Series
Speaking Their Language: How Segmentation Transforms Your Marketing Strategy
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 B
The Pet Summit
From Milk-Bone to Cat Cafés: How Innovation and Collaboration Create New Markets in the Pet Industry
4 pm - 4:45 pm
S230 A
The Pet Summit
Profit from Purpose: Turning Everyday Operations into Financial Wins
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
Sunday, March 29