​​Monday, October 6​

 

7:30 am– 5:00 pm

ILMA Base Camp / Registration

ILMA Base Camp is your Annual Meeting meeting hub to check in or register, grab a refreshment or snack, network with attendees, learn all about ILMA's mobile app, browse sponsor tabletop displays and more.

​Sponsored by HF Sinclair​ 

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8:00 am – 9:00 am

Breakfast of Champions Sports Awards & Video

Start your day with a breakfast buffet and find out who won Sunday’s sports tournaments. Check out your colleagues’ sharp shots and crazy antics in the video of events.

Co-sponsored by Novel Reliable Technologies and RichardsApex 

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9:15 am – 10:45 am

General Session with Keynote Governor Chris Christie: The Business of America Is Business: Navigating Policy Impacts in Uncertain Times

Governor Christie’s keynote will provide a roadmap for anyone looking to future-proof their business against the backdrop of political uncertainty. He will arm attendees with the knowledge to anticipate and respond to shifting policy landscapes. Christie breaks down complex political developments, offering clear, actionable guidance for navigating changes with strategic agility. His focus on preparation and adaptability provides leaders with a toolkit for policy resilience, ensuring they remain ahead in a dynamic business environment. Chris Christie is renowned for his role as a unifying force in divisive times. His engaging and candid speaking style not only breaks down barriers among diverse audiences but also instills a renewed sense of hope and commitment to collective progress.

Sponsored by Ergon ​

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11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Sustainability Committee Meeting

With sustainability and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations becoming increasingly important for business success, this group aims to help ILMA members leverage sustainability to meet their long-term goals and objectives. All are welcome.

Sponsored by Fuchs Corporation 

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12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Built to Evolve: Honoring Our Industry, Shaping What’s Next (Plated Lunch Session)

For over a century, the lubricant industry has driven innovation, efficiency and reliability across every corner of modern life. But what got us here won’t get us where we need to go next. Lubrizol’s vice president of additives Americas, Brenna Huovie, will reflect on the essential role our industry plays today – and the critical ways we must evolve to stay relevant. From digital disruption and AI integration to changing consumer expectations and global decarbonization goals, we must embrace reinvention to preserve our influence and value. It's time to honor our past, lead through change and secure the future of lubrication.

Sponsored by The Lubrizol Corporation ​

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Perk Up! and CEO Meet & Greet with Holly Alfano

​Specialty coffees and snacks offer that afternoon kick you need.​​

Sponsored by LPMA powered by Interchange 360 ​

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2:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Metalworking Fluids (MWF) Committee Meeting

The MWF Committee follows issues concerning manufacturers and suppliers in the metalworking lubricants sector. All are welcome.

Sponsored by Master Fluid Solutions 

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Tuesday, October 7​

 

8:00 am– 12:00 pm

ILMA Base Camp / Registration

ILMA Base Camp is your Annual Meeting meeting hub to check in or register, grab a refreshment or snack, network with attendees, learn all about ILMA's mobile app, browse sponsor tabletop displays and more.

Sponsored by HF Sinclair​​ 

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8:00 am – 9:00 am

Breakfast Buffet 

Enjoy the most important meal of the day while taking advantage of an early morning networking opportunity.​

Sponsored by ExxonMobil 

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8:00 am – 9:00 am

Manufacturing Members Business Meeting & Breakfast (Manufacturing Members only)     

Grab a bite to eat and get the lowdown on all of ILMA's activities and where your membership dollars are going. Ask ILMA leadership your questions about Association operations and leadership.  ILMA Manufacturing Members only.​

Sponsored by ExxonMobil​ 

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9:00 am – 11:00 am

ILMA Book & Film Club 

Enjoy light bites and engaging conversations about selected books and films. Don't worry if you haven't had the chance to read every book or watch every film. We'll provide a summary of all the selections, so you can still join in the conversation and see if any pique your interest. Stop by to relax, make new friends and explore the world of books and films together.​ 

Book and Film List: The Measure by Nikki Erlick; The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb; Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister; The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides; Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid; The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar, The Women by Kristin Hannah; Find Me Falling (Netflix); Nobody Wants This (Netflix); Past Lives (Hulu) 

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9:15 am – 10:30 am

LubeTrends Live! – The Changing Automotive Landscape

Sponsored by Chevron Oronite ​

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[CONCURRENT SESSION}  10:45 am – 11:45 am

The Evolving Business of MWF

For decades, the metalworking fluids business has kept pace with accelerating change through resourcefulness and ingenuity. Join our panel of experts as they explore the latest challenges facing MWF manufacturers, from helping formulators get creative within a shrinking toolbox to navigating supply chain snarls and clearing regulatory hurdles. This session is designed for business owners, executives and senior professionals who want to stay ahead of trends, understand market dynamics, and position their companies for long-term success.

Sponsored by BASF Corporation 

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[CONCURRENT SESSION} 10:45 am – 11:45 am

Final Findings from the Buyer Revolution: How to Create Value Instead of Destroying It

Stop selling how you want to sell. Start showing up how buyers want to buy. Steve Knapp and Rob Taylor of Plan.Grow.Do. return to ILMA with the Buyer Revolution, unveiling the final findings from two years of in-depth research into the real experiences of B2B lubricant buyers. Knapp and Taylor will share insights across all five research pillars, helping you see your sales approach through buyers’ eyes and revealing where value is being created — or destroyed. Discover what buyers really want from their suppliers and how to future-proof your commercial strategy by:

• Matching how buyers want to engage with you

• Spotting outdated sales behaviors that turn buyers off

• Aligning your team to deliver a buying experience that builds loyalty, trust, and long-term growth

Leave with actionable insights that could reshape your sales strategy for years to come.

Sponsored by BASF Corporation ​​​

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6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Closing Reception

Sponsored by SK Enmove 

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7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

President’s Dinner & ILMA After Hours – Rock the Boat with ILMA!

Set sail for an unforgettable evening – no life jackets required! We’re staying on dry land at The Boca Raton’s Grand Ballroom and Lawn as we close out the Annual Meeting in smooth, nautical-inspired style. We’ll thank outgoing ILMA President Richard Camper for his outstanding service and welcome incoming President Jim Carroll. Then, get ready to cruise into the night Yacht Rock style! Grab your captain’s hat (we'll have a limited stash on deck for those who forget) and prepare to sway to the smoothest sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s as New Kids on the Yacht takes the stage. Don't forget to choose your dinner seat in advance for your “boarding pass” at Base Camp. With coastal cocktails, breezy vibes, and nonstop fun, After Hours is your chance to dance, toast, and rock the ILMA boat one last time. ⛵️

Dinner sponsored by Penthol  |  Entertainment sponsored by Battenfeld Grease & Oil Corporation of N.Y.  |  Wine sponsored by Motiva Enterprises  | Dessert station sponsored by Soltex  |  ILMA After Hours sponsored by Tulstar  |  After Hours photo booth sponsored by Chevron Base Oils  

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