Networking Events

Monday, April 25

3:30 to 5:30 p.m. OPENING CEREMONY Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor Join ASC, Co-Organizers and Media Partner ASI magazine at the official ribbon cutting ceremony, which welcomes the world adhesive and sealant community to Chicago and WAC.

6:30 to 7:00 p.m. FIRST TIME ATTENDEE & NEW MEMBER RECEPTION (invite only) Marquette Room, 3rd Floor This exclusive invite only reception provides an opportunity for new members and first-time attendees to ask questions about ASC program/services and to meet with ASC Board of Directors and staff.

7:00 to 10:00 p.m. RECEPTION: TASTE OF CHICAGO & CABARET CASINO NIGHT Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor Feeling lucky? Join us for a Chicago casino fun game night and explore some of the best food Chicago has to offer. Be sure to catch a magical moment with Dewayne Hill, America’s funniest comedy magician. We are looking forward to welcoming the global industry to the 2022 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference, connect with peers and colleagues. Registration is required to attend.

Tuesday, April 26

7:30 to 8:30 a.m. NETWORKING BREAKFAST Sponsored by Eastman Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor Meet colleagues for a refreshing breakfast before the start of the day.

3:00 to 7:00 p.m. EXPO & RECEPTION (see page 33 for detailed list of exhibitors) Salon A, Lower Lobby Level This is one of the largest international expositions exclusively dedicated to the adhesive and sealant industry. It’s a can’t miss event. At 5:30 p.m., join the exhibitors for an evening refresher during the EXPO reception.

Wednesday, April 27

7:15 to 8:15 a.m. NETWORKING BREAKFAST Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor Meet a colleague for a refreshing breakfast before the start of the day.

7:15 to 11:15 a.m. ASC GIVES BACK COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT Normandie Lounge, 2nd Floor ASC Volunteer Service Project Program sponsored by Kraton. Join Kraton, ASC Board of Directors and staff as we give back to the Chicago community. Join us Wednesday morning as we network and assemble care packs for local veterans and promote reading and spark imagination for today’s youth by assembling storytime kits.

6:00 to 10:00 p.m. CLOSING CEREMONY & GALA: GREAT GATSBY DINNER Sponsored by The ChemQuest Group and Meridian Adhesives Group Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor Join us for the final event and gathering as we announce WAC2026 and enjoy special live entertainment in the gorgeous Grand Ballroom! Attire: Great Gatsby costume