Important information for our exhibitors
floor plan
View the floorplan and reserve a booth.
book your room
Make your team’s hotel reservations.
meeting/event space request
Request a space to hold a meeting while in Miami Beach.
WQA CONVENTION & EXPO REPORT
MOMENTUM IS GROWING
The WQA Convention & Expo is where the water quality industry gathers to connect, discover, and grow. Our 2025 Convention was no exception – satisfaction soared among those who attended the event in Long Beach. Attendees came with purpose, focusing on the conversations that mattered most to their business, and they left with great excitement for the future – and a resolve to return next year for more.
The numbers confirm it: Attendee satisfaction was high, buyers found value, and momentum is building for 2026.
Attendee Satisfaction at a Glance
Attendees came to the 2025 convention ready to engage-and they left with new ideas, stronger connections, and the solutions they need to advance their work. This is the momentum we’re building on for upcoming events:
90%
SatIsfied
Up 6% from 2024
47.8%
Responded “Very Satisfied”
Up 8% from 2024
TAKEAWAY:
Engagement is high, satisfaction is climbing, and members are seeing results.
expo impact
Exhibitors count on the Convention & Expo to put them fact-to-face with decision-makers. The 2025 event delivered qualified buyers, valuable tools, and new opportunities to build business. Out of all the attendees:
TAKEAWAY:
Exhibitors continue to see stronger ROI, driven by the Expo experience, the quality of buyers, and the connections they make. Best of all, attendees are enthusiastic about returning in the future.
Building on Success
We will take it even further in 2026. From additional marketing to rich experiences, we’re investing in ways that help exhibitors and attendees get more out of every moment on-site.
New marketing agency to accelerate attendee acquisition
More engaging video ads to build FOMO
Additional social media tools to promote early engagement
New app functionalities to help exhibitors engage with customers
Daily mind-expanding general sessions to delight attendees
More opportunities to support collaboration, connections, and conversations
Take full advantage of tools that help drive traffic and increase engagement:
Use the app’s free lead-capturing feature to stay in touch with decision-makers who visit you
Order food or games for your exhibit as part of our Expo Brunch on Day 2
Schedule conversations with new customers in private meeting rooms right on the Expo floor
Keep innovation and buyer engagement in mind in designing your booth
TAKEAWAY:
Miami Beach 2026 means more qualified buyers, more value, and more ways to connect across the industry.
Source: Satisfaction surveys from 2024 and 2025 Expos.
Expo brunch
Thursday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Drive increased traffic to your booth with our Expo Brunch. Attendees are looking for hands-on, interactive experiences at booths. This unique event is a great chance for exhibitors to connect with them in a fun, memorable way.
- Boost Booth Traffic: Choose from a variety of food, drink, and game offerings to draw attendees to your space.
- Stand Out: Create memorable interactions by hosting activities or treats that showcase your brand’s personality.
- Maximize Visibility: WQA will promote all booths that offer brunch bites, libations and games. With the buzz of brunch, your booth becomes a must-visit destination!
Food, drink and games options ranging from $100 to $10,000 will be available to order soon.
Food & Games Pricing at a Glance
2026 Convention & Expo App –
an innovative digital engagement tool
WQA’s 2026 Convention app can increase your Expo ROI. It features:
- AI-powered exhibitor recommendations to attendees
- A method of scheduling meetings with your best potential new customers
- Interactive content to boost interest in your booth
- NEW – COMPLIMENTARY built-in lead scanning capabilities for your entire team to use anywhere during the Convention
Details coming soon.
LET THEM KNOW YOU’RE EXHIBITING
Share the good news that your company is exhibiting at the WQA Convention & Expo! Download our ready-to-use graphics (coming soon) for Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram, or create your own social media graphics using the convention logos or banner provided (coming soon).
You can copy and personalize the suggested social media post or write your own. Just remember use our hashtag, #WQA2026, and consider tagging WQA’s social media accounts for more exposure!
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Expo schedule
Tuesday, April 28
Exhibit Installation: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, aPril 29
Expo Open: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 30
Expo Brunch Open: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Exhibit Dismantling: 2:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Subject to Change