Events
We have so much to catch up on! Re-connect with fellow attendees, discover curated new brands and products, and re-group with your industry and your peers during The Inspired Home Show 2022.
Influencer Expo
Find your next content creator
IHA has partnered with Tastemaker Conference this year, and their annual influencer event is being held adjacent The Inspired Home Show. On Friday, March 4th from 5:30-7:30pm we will hold a two-hour tabletop expo event at McCormick Place where IHA members and exhibitors can display products and meet influencers from the Tastemaker Conference who are looking for brand partnerships. The cost is $100 per 6-foot table with drape.
Friday, March 4, 2022
Grand Ballroom, S100
5:30-7:30pm
A Celebration of Independents
Reconnect with your peers
It’s been quite a ride these last two years, and IHA wants to recognize the independent retailers that have made it through all the ups and downs and are looking forward to the future. Join IHA staff and your fellow independent retailers at a special networking reception on Friday, March 4th where we will all raise a glass to the success of our industry overall and the resilience of this critical group.
This event is by invitation only.
Please reach out to Connie Chantos for more information.
Friday, March 4, 2022
The BIG Bar at Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
5:30 – 7 PM (CT)
A Celebration of Independents
Reconnect with your peers
It’s been quite a ride these last two years, and IHA wants to recognize the independent retailers that have made it through all the ups and downs and are looking forward to the future. Join IHA staff and your fellow independent retailers at a special networking reception on Friday, March 4th where we will all raise a glass to the success of our industry overall and the resilience of this critical group.
Friday, March 4, 2022
The BIG Bar at Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
5:30 – 7 PM (CT)
This event is by invitation only.
Please reach out to Connie Chantos for more information.
New Exhibitor Preview
Nothing But New
More than 400 exhibitors and brands will showcase their ideas and innovations for the first time at The Inspired Home Show in 2022. Before the Show opens on Saturday, 90 of these newcomers will get a moment in the spotlight at the New Exhibitor Preview.
Complimentary entrance for retail buyers and editorial media
Saturday, March 5, 2022
8-10 AM (CT)
Grand Ballroom, S100
Trending Today Preview
What’s Hot Now
A curated collection of products and brands delivering on the key trend of Healthy @Home will appear before the Show starts on Saturday morning. Get a first look at ideas that deliver on the consumer need to bring more health and wellness into their homes.
Complimentary entrance for retail buyers and editorial media
Saturday, March 5, 2022
8-10 AM (CT)
Grand Ballroom, S100
Trending Today Preview
What’s Hot Now
A curated collection of products and brands delivering on the key trend of Healthy @Home will appear before the Show starts on Saturday morning. Get a first look at ideas that deliver on the consumer need to bring more health and wellness into their homes.
Conplimentary entrance for retail buyers and editorial media
Saturday, March 5, 2022
8-10 AM (CT)
Grand Ballroom, S100
Saturday, March 5, 2022
6:30-10 PM (CT)
Radisson Blu Aqua
gia Awards Dinner
For more than 20 years, the gia Awards have recognized and honored the best in home + housewares retailing, product design and student innovation. Finalists are on display throughout the Show; on Saturday night the Global Honorees will be revealed.
Tickets are limited; Contact Tina Genualdi for more information.
Sunday, March 6, 2022
5:30-7:30 PM (CT)
South Building, Vista Ballroom S406A
Networking After Dark
The International Business Council (IBC) invites all buyers and news media to the 2022 Networking After Dark reception. Join U.S. housewares exporters for food, drinks, music and international networking.
Complimentary entry for all Show attendees.
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Keynotes
Innovation Theater
Inventors Revue