40+ Years Of Experience In Providing Full-Service Trade Show Booths

Exhibiting in front of 16,000+ participants doesn’t have to be complicated when you partner with us. We make it easy. At Exponents, we take the stress out of exhibiting by handling everything from the first idea to the final setup of your IFT rental booth so you can walk in prepared and confident. Whether you want a bold statement, a sleek design, or something entirely unique, we offer over 700 customizable booth design options that can be tailored to reflect your brand. Plus, our in-house facility on the East Coast ensures fast and efficient service. Plus, we follow a transparent pricing policy, providing a single upfront quote with no hidden post-show charges.

Our experienced project managers will be your single point of contact from day one. They’ll work closely with you to understand your goals and handle every detail from the initial booth design to on-site installation and post-event takedown. With them by your side, the entire process stays organized, clear, and hassle-free. A 100% pre-built check ensures each element of your booth is inspected before getting sipped to the show. You can step on that show floor knowing that your booth is taken care of.

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About IFT FIRST

The IFT FIRST Expo is returning to McCormick Place in Chicago from July 13–16, 2025, bringing together 16,000+ participants from over 96 countries. With 82% of its audience rooted in the industry, this event is a prime opportunity for exhibitors to meet highly targeted professionals from sectors like R&D, supply chain, product development, marketing, and the C-suite.

Exhibiting here means tapping into 120,000+ potential leads, with an average of 120 sales per exhibitor, solid numbers reflecting real buyer engagement. In fact, 35% of surveyed attendees said they attend primarily to meet exhibitors, and a whopping 86% hold net buying influence.

From food safety and government to packaging, ingredients, and equipment suppliers, the diversity of industries fuels meaningful conversations and real business outcomes. If you’re planning to exhibit, a trade show booth rental in Chicago can be a smart way to attract and engage this global crowd while keeping your setup seamless.

Better yet, go with a custom booth rental to bring your brand story to life, stand out in the crowd, and create a memorable space your prospects will remember long after the show

Why trust us for your trade show booth rental?

From booth design to dismantling, we handle it all.

Customizable Booth Designs
700+

Customizable Booth Designs

3D Booth Designs in 4 Days
3D

Design in 4 Days

Cities in served
10+

Local Venues

Facilities Across the USA
1

In-house facility on East Coast

Booths Built
90+

Booths in Chicago

Post Show Billing
0

Post Show Billing

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Booths We Built in Chicago Over the Years

Hear What Our Clients Say About Our Booth Rentals

J.W. Done Exhibit Rental

J.W. Done @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL

Sep, 2024

PERFECT!

J.W. Done Team
AnyDesk Trade Show Booth

Any Desk @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL

Sep, 2024

Always super helpful!

AnyDesk Team
API Trade show booth

API @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL

Sep, 2024

You guys are always so helpful and efficient, even when we change plans on you at the last minute

API Team
Airzone

Airzone @AHR Expo 2024, Chicago,IL

Jan, 2024

Thankyou!!

Airzone Team
20'x20' Blue California trade show booth

Bluecal Ingredients @IFT 2023, Chicago

Jul, 2023

Great communication, helping w/ LED sizing + install support. Thank you!

Bluecal Team
40'x40' ehibit rentals

Alianza (Bee Group) @IFT 2023, Chicago

Jul, 2023

This year I really feel exponents part of my team.

Alianza Team
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