Members of the adhesives and sealants community will gather in Nashville, Tennessee, for the 2026 Annual Convention and EXPO, hosted by the Adhesive and Sealant Council. Scheduled for April 20-22, 2026, the three-day event will take place at the Grand Hyatt Nashville and is expected to bring together more than 700 professionals from across the global adhesives and sealants value chain.

The Annual Convention and EXPO serves as one of the industry’s premier networking and educational events, providing a platform for manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and end-users to share insights, explore new technologies, and discuss emerging market trends affecting adhesive and sealant manufacturers.

Education and Industry Insights

The convention will feature a robust educational program designed to address key technical and business challenges facing the adhesives and sealants sector. Sessions will cover a wide range of topics relevant to formulators, product developers, and business leaders, providing attendees with insights that can be applied directly within their organizations. Educational tracks this year include: supply chain, feedstock and market outlooks; trends and developments in the EV space; regulatory trends and a global industry outlook; additives; developments in pressure-sensitive adhesives; emerging sustainability standards; adhesive formulation development; new products; digital tools for adhesive and sealant development, including AI; end-use applications; and circularity, recyclability, and performance.

In addition to the conference sessions, the event will host specialized short courses on pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) and caulks and sealants. These short courses, offered on Monday and Tuesday, provide deeper technical education for professionals looking to expand their expertise in these areas.

The ASC EXPO

A highlight of the event will be the ASC EXPO, which will take place Tuesday, April 21, and is expected to feature more than 80 exhibiting companies. The exposition gives attendees an opportunity to discover new materials, equipment, services, and packaging solutions relevant to adhesive and sealant manufacturing.

Designed as a focused sourcing and networking environment, the EXPO allows participants to connect directly with suppliers and technology providers while exploring solutions that can help address formulation challenges and client demands. A reception held on the show floor will further encourage networking among exhibitors and attendees.

Networking and Industry Connections

As with previous ASC events, networking will play a central role throughout the convention. Full conference registration includes access to networking receptions, meal functions, keynote presentations, and conference sessions. Attendees will have many chances to meet peers and build new partnerships.

Networking events during the Conference and EXPO include the Monday night welcome reception and dinner. This year's theme, Nashville Honky Tonk, will give those in attendance a chance to unwind and learn interesting facts about the host city. A special welcome reception gives new ASC members and first-time attendees a chance to meet the ASC Board of Directors and staff and learn about ASC programs and services. Networking breakfasts and lunches provide additional chances to catch up with colleagues, and more networking can take place during refreshment breaks that are offered between education sessions. Finally, a closing reception will give attendees one last chance to ask any remaining questions and solidify the professional contacts made during the event.

The convention also includes a service initiative, ASC Gives Back, which allows attendees to serve while strengthening connections within the industry. Sponsored by Kraton, this year’s project supports Soles4Souls, a program that helps create opportunity and provide relief to those in crisis while diverting new and used items from landfills. Conference attendees who sign up for this event will volunteer at a regional donation center, working to sort and package items. The project will take place from noon to five on Monday, April 20.

A Key Event for the Adhesives and Sealants Community

With its combination of technical education, market insights, and industry networking, the Annual Convention and EXPO continues to serve as a cornerstone event for the adhesives and sealants sector. By bringing together professionals from across the supply chain, the gathering provides a forum for collaboration and innovation as companies navigate evolving market demands and technological advancements.

To learn more about the Convention and EXPO, visit www.ascouncil.org/events/2026-annual-convention-and-expo.