The Power of Us: Leading Together
The ILSNA Annual Conference & Expo is the premier gathering for school nutrition professionals across Illinois! Connect with passionate leaders, discover innovative solutions and network with decision-makers from school districts statewide. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn, grow and be inspired!
Take advantage of Early Bird pricing through September 7!
Don't miss out on excellent educational and networking opportunities available to you this year, including:
- Keynote speaker - Matt Upton
- Educational breakout sessions
- Dinner and entertainment
- Annual expo featuring vendors fueling progress through partnership, innovation and the power of leading together
Tentative Schedule:
Thursday, October 15
9:00am - 5:00pm: Registration Open
10:00am - 11:15am: Welcome Remarks & Keynote
11:15am - 1:45pm: Exhibit Hall/Food Show
1:50pm - 5:10pm: Educational Sessions
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Cocktail Reception
6:30pm - 8:00pm: Dinner & Awards
8:00pm - 9:30pm: Entertainment
Friday, October 16
7:30am - 12:00pm: Registration Open
7:30am - 8:30am: Breakfast/Business Meeting
8:30am - 9:30am: ISBE Update
9:40am - 1:30pm: Educational Sessions
Hotel Information
ILSNA has reserved a room block at Even Hotels Chicago-Tinley Park Convention Center. Please note that the rooms in this hotel block are on a first come, first served basis. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, September 23, 2026, to receive the room rate.
- Even Hotels Chicago-Tinley Park Convention Center
- Room rate: $159.00 per night, plus taxes and fees
- Reservations can be made here.
Annual Conference Cancelations/Refunds
For a full refund, you must email ILSNA (info@ilsna.net) seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the conference. If you are a "No Show" you will not be refunded and/or will still be invoiced and responsible for the charges. Please note that if the event is canceled or rescheduled, ILSNA will provide you with a full refund.
If you have any questions, please contact Lynn Threewitt at lthreewitt@iasbo.org.