Ride the Wave Back to Long Beach
AUGUST 10TH-13TH, 2026 | LONG BEACH CONVENTION CENTER
Your next great business relationship starts here. Register today!
SHOW YOUR PRODUCTS. MEET QUALIFIED DISTRIBUTORS. GROW YOUR BUSINESS.
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DISCOVER NEW SUPPLIERS. FIND NEW IDEAS. BUILD STRONG RELATIONSHIPS.
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Your next great business relationship starts here.
Distributor registration is open, exhibitor booths are filling, and Expo week is almost here.
SAAC EXPO OPENS
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Expo Registration
Select the registration path that fits your business.
Register to attend, bring an end-buyer, reserve exhibit space, or showcase your technology. Each option connects directly to the appropriate SAAC registration experience.
For Distributors
Discover new products, meet supplier partners, bring qualified buyers, and build stronger vendor relationships.
For Exhibitors
Put your brand in front of 500+ distributors, showcase your latest products, and create opportunities beyond the booth.
Choose Your Path
FOR DISTRIBUTORS & END-BUYERS
Attend the show, bring your end-buyers, explore new products, and connect with leading suppliers throughout the West Coast
FOR Exhibitors
Reserve booth space, sponsor key event experiences, showcase new products, or participate in the Technology Pavilion.
500+
Distributors
150+
Exhibitors Lines
11
Show Floor Hours
2
Show Days
Expo Experiences
More than a trade show.
Build your Long Beach trip around business development, education, technology, networking, and memorable industry experiences.
Complete Run of Show
Plan your Expo week.
Check out the EXPO Weeks schedule of events and educational opportunities.
Run of Show
Plan your Expo week with key exhibitor dates, move-in times, show hours, education opportunities, and networking events.
AUGUST 10TH, 2026
Pre-Show Events
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SAAC Golf Tournament Skylinks at Long Beach
Purchase required.
Evening
SAAC Expo Welcome Dinner
Ticketed event.
AUGUST 11TH, 2026
Exhibitor Move-In
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Move-In
AUGUST 12TH, 2026
SAAC Expo Begins
Distributors Only
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Exhibitor Move-In
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Keynote Address
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SAAC Expo 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Long Beach Lineup (Networking Party)
AUGUST 13TH, 2026
SAAC Expo Day 2
Distributors & End Buyers
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
SAAC Expo 2026
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Exhibitor Move-Out
Education & Demos at Expo
Schedule of Education & Tech Demo Pavilion Presentations
Education sessions, times, room details, and program updates are maintained inside the live Expo schedule above.
Education at Expo
Learn from leaders shaping the industry.
Education sessions, times, room details, and program updates are maintained inside the live Expo schedule above.
Wednesday, August 12
Industry Leadership Panel
Hosted by Kate AlavezJoin industry leaders from ASI and PPAI for a timely discussion about the opportunities, challenges, and changing priorities shaping the promotional products industry.
Less Time. Better Marketing.
The New Rules of Social Media in the AI Era
Presented by Charity Gibson and Jay Busselle Learn how to use AI to reduce the time required for everyday marketing, develop clearer ideas and stronger messaging, create content that reflects your expertise, and build a manageable weekly social media rhythm focused on relationships rather than simply producing more content.
Print on Demand Panel
Hosted by Lisa Hubbard with panelists: Joe EdumondsExplore what is real, what works, and what is coming next in print on demand, including production, fulfillment, inventory, technology, and practical business opportunities.
The Power of Mentorship
Hosted by Jay Busselle with panelists: Kate Alavez, Charity Gibson and Raul Rodriguez.Discover how intentional mentorship can strengthen leadership, accelerate professional growth, support emerging talent, and create more meaningful industry relationships.
Thursday, August 13
How Small Businesses Get Hacked — and How to Stop It
Presented by Dick GrayLearn how small businesses are targeted through email scams, payment fraud, fake vendor requests, data breaches, and account takeovers, along with practical steps you can implement immediately to protect your money, systems, vendors, and customer information.
Review the live Expo schedule for current session details, room assignments, speaker information, and any schedule updates.
Reserve Your Education
Add your Education Boarding Pass.
Select the education sessions you plan to attend and add the appropriate boarding pass to your Expo registration.
Meet the Speakers
Industry experience takes the stage.
The speaker directory below is connected directly to the registration app, so biographies, headshots, titles, and session assignments stay current.
Technology Demo Pavilion
See the tools changing the industry.
Live technology demonstrations give attendees a focused way to discover platforms, software, workflows, and services designed for promotional products businesses.
Demo Stage Session Schedule
Stage presentation times are available in scheduled demo sessions throughout both Expo days. Companies may reserve one or more sessions based on desired visibility.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Session 1 — 11:00 AM MERCH.AI Raul Rodriguez
- Session 2 — 11:40 AM PROMO OPS Logan Grenley
- Session 3 — 12:20 PM OrderMyGear Sean Mitton
- Session 4 — 1:00 PM ASI Jamaal Jackson
- Session 5 — 1:40 PM Single Serve Merch Todd Richheimer
- Session 6 — 2:20 PM BRIKL Maarten Boone
- Session 7 — 3:00 PM TRELIUM Ritanshu Dokania
Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Session 1 — 10:00 AMAvailable
- Session 2 — 10:40 AM PROMO OPS Logan Grenley
- Session 3 — 11:20 AM OrderMyGear Sean Mitton
- Session 4 — 12:00 PM Trelium Ritanshu Dokania
- Session 5 — 12:40 PMAvailable
- Session 6 — 1:20 PMAvailable
Expo Hall Activities
Explore more on the show floor.
Make time for member resources, charging and connectivity, new product discovery, and focused networking throughout the hall.
Check out the SAAC Booth
Booth# 421
Swing by the SAAC Booth to discuss your member benefits, explore new networking opportunities, or just say Hello! In addition, the SAAC Booth will have charging stations, dedicated wifi stations, and more. We can’t wait to see you there!
New Product Zone
Booth# 427
Be among the first to discover the latest innovations shaping the promotional products industry. Explore fresh ideas, trending solutions, and exciting new launches from participating suppliers—all in one dedicated showcase designed to spark your next big opportunity.
Creating the Experience
Volunteers are what make SAAC EXPO a reality.
Help create an unforgetable experience for attendees, exhibitors, and end-buyers
Getting to Long Beach
Travel accommodations at your fingertips.
Long Beach is served by several Southern California airports, with shuttle, rideshare, taxi, and rental-car options, and fantastic hotels available.
New Housing Options Now Available
We’re excited to share new official hotel options for SAAC Expo 2026 in Long Beach. Attendees can now book within the official room blocks at Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton using the dedicated links below.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please be aware of unauthorized hotel booking companies and travel agencies contacting exhibitors or attendees claiming to represent SAAC Expo. SAAC is not affiliated with these companies, and we strongly recommend booking only through the official hotel links provided on the SAAC website.
Compare Your Stay Options
Booking through the official hotel links helps ensure access to negotiated rates, close proximity to Expo activities, and the opportunity to stay alongside fellow attendees. Reserve early while rooms remain available.
Airport Accommodations
Karmel Shuttle is offering SAAC Expo attendees 10% off airport transfers. Reservations are available for curbside service from LAX, SNA, and LGB airports to/from the Anaheim area hotels. Karmel is known for their airport transportation service with over 25 years of experience. They provide state-of-the-art flight monitoring to let them know if your flight is on time, and they will pick you up just outside the baggage claim area.
- Mention PROMO CODE: SAAC26 to receive discounted rates.
Make your Airport shuttle reservations here: Airport Transfers- Click here for Reservations and SAVE!!
Frequently Asked Questions
Expo you need to know before arriving in Long beach.
Questions about registration, exhibitors, hotels, education, transportation, or networking? Start here.