APIC26 Annual Conference & Exposition

Meeting and Exhibit Dates: June 15 - 17, 2026

Music City Center | Nashville, TN

The APIC26 Annual Conference and Expo will welcome more than 2,150 professional attendees to Nashville for the world's largest gathering of infection preventionists (IPs). Exhibitors will have the rare opportunity to engage with highly sought-after audiences across the field — from infection preventionists and epidemiologists to public health and healthcare leaders.

Top reasons exhibitors participate in the APIC Annual Conference:

  • Build and maintain brand awareness with IPs
  • Generate high-quality sales leads
  • Drive sales of current products and services
  • Network with key decision-makers
  • Connect with a targeted attendee base of IP super-users and influencers
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Mission

The mission of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (APIC) is to create a safer world through prevention of infection. The association's more than 15,000 members direct infection prevention programs that save lives and improve the bottom line for hospitals and other healthcare facilities. APIC advances its mission by pursuing the strategic goals of patient safety, implementation science, competencies and certification, advocacy, and data standardization.

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APIC25 Attendee Demographics



2,129

Total In-Person Professional Attendees



98%

Domestic



Top 6 International Countries

Canada
Japan
Colombia 		Saudi Arabia
Sweden
United Kingdom

APIC25 Exhibitor Experience


78%

of exhibitors met or exceeded their objectives


95%

of exhibitors had a successful overall experience


80%

of exhibitors highly rated the quality of attendees

Exhibitor Booth Rates

Commercial Linear: $36.50 per square foot
Commercial Corner Premium: $36.50 per square foot + $450
Commercial 2 Corner Premium: $36.50 per square foot + $900
Commercial Islands: $44.50 per square foot

APIC Strategic Partner Program

APIC Strategic Partners – Visionary and Collaborators receive a discount on booth space. All exhibitors pay commercial rates until the 2026 Strategic Partners list is released in January 2026. If a contracted exhibitor becomes a Visionary or Collaborator, they receive a discount based on their Strategic Partner status. For more information on APIC Strategic Partnerships, please visit https://apic.org/apic-strategic-partner-program/.

Exhibitor Benefits

  • Four (4) exhibitor booth staff registrations per 100 sq. ft. of booth space.
  • Complimentary draped back wall and side rails with 7” x 44” ID sign, including company name and booth number if in a linear space.
  • Ten (10) Exhibit Hall VIP One-Day Passes to provide to customers.
  • Full Conference Badges for booths of 200 square feet or more*.
  • Company listing in the Online Planner and Conference App, including company name, logo, and description.
  • Post-show attendee list.
  • 24-hour perimeter security services.
  • Exhibitor lounge with light refreshments.

*Exhibitors in 10' x 20' spaces receive one (1) complimentary Full Conference Badge. Exhibitors in 10' x 30' spaces receive two (2) complimentary Full Conference Badges. Exhibitors in 10' x 40' or 20' x 20' or larger receive three (3) complimentary Full Conference Badges.

Exhibit Hall Traffic Drivers

APIC is planning multiple activations to enhance attendee traffic throughout the exhibit hall, including:

  • Complimentary Meals are provided for attendees with lunch on Monday and Tuesday, followed by breakfast on Wednesday.
  • The APIC Expert Library allows attendees to “check out” a subject matter expert for a focused conversation, with a different topic offered each day.
  • The Wellness Lounge is the ultimate opportunity for attendees to recharge with yoga sessions, meditation, and wellness tips.
  • The Solution Circles offers tailored learning and networking for IPs through expert-led discussions and showcases of advanced infection control products and services.
  • The Exhibitor Theater hosts 30-minute hot-topic educational sessions highlighting the latest advancements in the field.
  • Paws for a Break gives attendees a stress-relieving space to unwind and play with puppies from a local animal shelter.

Exhibit Hall Hours

Exhibitor Move-In
Saturday, June 13 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, June 14 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Open
Monday, June 15 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday, June 16 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, June 17 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Exhibitor Move-Out
Wednesday, June 17 10:31 AM - 7:30 PM

100% Unopposed Exhibit Hours!

Important Dates

January 2026 Exhibitor Housing and Registration open
(Opens one week before attendee access)
March 3, 2026 Full payment is due
(Applications received on or after March 3, 2026 must include 100% payment of booth)
June 13, 2026 Exhibitor Installation begins
June 15, 2026 Exhibit Hall opens at 11:00 AM
June 17, 2026 Exhibitor Dismantle begins at 10:31 AM

Policies

Deposits

A non-refundable 50% deposit due with application on or before March 3, 2026. After March 3, 2026, all new applications must be accompanied by 100% of the total cost of the booth. Applications submitted without payment will not be assigned until payment is received.

Terms and Conditions

Meet the Team

Contact Us for Exhibiting & Sponsorship Questions

Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities
Susan Waters, CEM
+1-856-344-3615

Exhibit Booth
Assignments & Logistics
Alicia Fresquez
+1-856-382-0335

Sponsorship Fulfillment & Logistics
Olivia Philippone
+1-856-344-9040

Invoicing &
Payments
Cecilia Manley
+1-856-481-0626