Marketplace

February 17-19, 2025
The Woodlands, Texas

The Woodlands Waterway Marriott
Hotel & Convention Center
The Woodlands, TX


The Convenience Distribution Marketplace is the only national conference and trade show exclusively for the wholesale distributors of convenience products in the United States. Delivering an experience of curated education sessions and keynotes covering topics like sales, leadership, supply chain, technology and more, plus networking and signature turnkey trade show, Marketplace is truly the ‘must-attend’ event for you and your team.

The wholesale distributors of convenience products are Marketplace’s primary audience. Convenience products distributors represent $102 billion in sales annually, and are the vital link between the nation’s small format retailers and manufacturers. Marketplace offers the nation’s distributors the opportunity to learn, network and build business in an environment solely dedicated to the convenience products distribution industry.

Please reach out to Jenn Finn at (703) 208-1649 or jennf@cdaweb.net with any questions.

All companies must be registered in advance. On-site company registration will not be available.


Marketplace 2025 Highlights

Engage With Top Trading Partners
At Marketplace, distributors connect with the leading manufacturers and suppliers in the industry. Unlike larger events, Marketplace is focused on attracting just the top trading partners to CDA member distributors.

Enhanced Networking
Marketplace features an abundance of networking, where attendees not only have a chance for some fun, but also can strengthen their connection to and build relationships with trading partners.

Lone Star Soirée
Enjoy an evening of celebration! Sip and savor during the cocktail hour, indulge in a dinner of culinary delights as CDA recognizes industry leaders then satisfy your sweet tooth at the after party.

Focused Education
A full line-up of targeted distributor-focused education sessions covering topics like sales, leadership, supply chain, technology and more.

One-Day Turnkey Trade Show
A one day trade show made up of the top manufacturers and suppliers connects distributor attendees with the companies critical to their success. Our one-day show format also enables attendees to get their business done quickly.

NEW! Distributor Showcase
A spin on the traditional Marketplace trade show. The distributor showcase provides exhibitors a unique opportunity to visit and engage with wholesale member distributors stationed at tables, poised for conversation! It is an additional opportunity to connect and continue fostering relationships beyond the Marketplace floor.


Beware of Third-Party Attendee List Scams

CDA will never sell its attendee lists or any list to third parties. Authorized/approved attendee lists will only come directly from CDA. Please notify Jenn Finn if you receive communication from entities attempting to sell CDA attendee lists.


CDA Notices & Disclaimers

By attending Marketplace 2025, you agree to the CDA Notices & Disclaimers.