Mark your calendar: CHAINge 2026, the CHAINge Supply Chain Conference, lands in Long Beach, United States from 29 September 2026 to 30 September 2026, ready to bring the field together once more. Year after year it draws the people shaping the field, turning a packed schedule into a genuine exchange of ideas. Taking place every year, CHAINge 2026 has become a fixture on the industry calendar. Behind the event stands Association for Supply Chain Management, an organiser with a strong track record in the field. The chosen home is Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, where generous floor space and good transport links do half the work.
When the host city is Long Beach, half the appeal is already in place — a well-connected, welcoming base with plenty to offer once the day is done. Between its air links and its local network, getting to and around Long Beach takes little planning. Places to stay are plentiful, and picking one near the venue keeps your mornings short and your options open.
Expect deep dives into Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Retail Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Business Services & Professional, led by some of the most respected voices in the field. Highlights include keynote presentations, hands-on workshops and live demonstrations. Meeting the right people is half the point, and the schedule is built to make that happen. Speakers taking the stage include Gene Seroka (Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles), Raina Avalon (EVP & Chief Logistics Officer, The TJX Companies, Inc.) and Nicholas Burns (U.S. Ambassador to China (2021-2025)).
Attendees leave with fresh ideas, new contacts and a clearer view of where the industry is heading. Whether you attend to learn, present or connect, CHAINge 2026 offers a valuable platform for experts, buyers and partners from around the world.
Visitors are encouraged to check the official event website for the latest dates, opening hours and registration details before travelling.
*APICS-certified professionals can earn up to 16 maintenance points toward their certification by participating in conference sessions, workshops, and networking activities.
Before you book: the United States guide sets out transport links, entry rules and the best areas to stay.
