Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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| Private business meeting rooms for our Platinum Manufacturer Sponsors will be available all day. To schedule a meeting, contact your rep at Dreyer's Ice Cream, The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and Wells Enterprises. |
| 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Golf Tournament *Separate Registration Required*
- 7:30 AM: Registration
- 8:15 AM: Cart Call
- 8:30 AM: Shotgun Start
- Lunch and golf awards to immediately follow the tournament on the Wigwam Lawn and Patio.
- Coffee and tea provided in the morning.
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The Wigwam Golf Course |
| 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Exhibitor Registration & Setup |
Wigwam Foyer & Ballroom |
| 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Convention Registration & Info Desk Open
Pick up your name badge and convention materials.
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Wigwam Foyer |
| 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM |
Newcomer Kickoff
Members who joined in 2025 and first-time Annual Convention attendees welcome.
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Ozanne |
| 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Welcome Reception - Sponsored by The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Enjoy cocktails and networking with light hors d'oeuvres. |
Sachem Terrace |
| 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
Banquet & Awards Ceremony
A welcome from the TICA President followed by a seated dinner and the 2025 awards presentation. Attire: Formal |
Mohave Ballroom |
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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| Private business meeting rooms for our Platinum Manufacturer Sponsors will be available all day. To schedule a meeting, contact your rep at Dreyer's Ice Cream, The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and Wells Enterprises. |
| 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Convention Registration & Info Desk Open
Pick up your name badge and convention materials.
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Wigwam Foyer |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
Networking Breakfast
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Mohave Ballroom |
| 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM |
Opening Remarks
Presidential remarks, association updates, followed by exhibitor introductions video. |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 9:40 AM - 10:40 AM |
Opening Keynote Presentation: Scott Friedman - The Secret to Winning in the New Abnormal |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 10:40 AM - 11:00 AM |
Networking Break |
Wigwam Foyer |
| 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM |
General Session: Numerator - Sponsored by Mars Ice Cream |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 11:50 AM - 3:00 PM |
Exhibit Hall Networking & Luncheon
Enjoy a luncheon and open networking with exhibitors. |
Wigwam Ballroom |
| 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Exhibitor Breakdown
Leftover ice cream will be donated. Exhibit management company will stop by booths to pick up ice cream between 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. |
Wigwam Ballroom |
| 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM |
General Session: Instacart |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 4:10 PM - 5:00 PM |
General Session: Mobile Vending
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Mohave Ballroom |
| 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Spouse Activity (TBA)
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| 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM |
Charity Event
Attire: Casual |
Mohave Ballroom / Foyer |
| 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
Networking Dinner Reception
Featuring carnival games. Attire: Casual
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Front Lawn |
Thursday, November 6, 2025
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| Private business meeting rooms for our Platinum Manufacturer Sponsors will be available all day. To schedule a meeting, contact your rep at Dreyer's Ice Cream, The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and Wells Enterprises. |
| 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Convention Registration & Info Desk Open
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Wigwam Foyer |
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
Rising Stars Breakfast |
Sachem Terrace |
| 8:20 AM - 9:10 AM |
Networking Breakfast
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Wigwam Lawn & Patio |
| 9:10 AM - 10:00 AM |
Retailer Session: CVS 2026 Planning |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 10:10 AM - 11:00 AM |
Educational Session: Tactiq (CVS) |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 11:10 AM - 11:50 AM |
Closing Keynote Presentation: Scott Friedman - The Best Way to Predict the Future is to Create it |
Mohave Ballroom |
| 11:50 AM - 12:00 PM |
Closing Remarks
Announcement of convention contest winners and the 56th Annual Convention location. |
Mohave Ballroom |
