ESTECH 2025 General Sessions and Networking Events

All events listed below are in Eastern Time.

ESTECH After Hours (informal networking event)
Monday, May 5 and Wednesday, May 7, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time - Agave Fresco Pool Bar
Want more time to network and mingle? All attendees are invited to connect with fellow ESTECH attendees on your own. No registration necessary

IEST Connections: Exploring Resources & Expanding Your Network
Tuesday, May 6, 8 - 8:50 a.m. Eastern Time
Connect with old friends/colleagues or meet new ones, continue the conversations from conference sessions, or find out more about the IEST community and our library of resources.  Learn about the benefits of IEST from the Executive Board President and Membership Vice President, and join industry leaders as they share how their experiences and networking connections have made an impact on their professional career path.

Welcome Reception and Exhibitor Spotlight Presentations
Tuesday, May 6 , 5 - 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Interact with IEST leadership, including the IEST President and other members of the Executive Board as well as other past leaders and presidents, as they welcome you to the conference. The Welcome Reception offers the perfect opportunity to network with industry experts and socialize with peers over appetizers and refreshments while visiting exhibitors. Select exhibitors will also be making short presentations during our Exhibitor Spotlights.

Breakfast and Exhibitor Spotlight Presentations
Wednesday, May 7, 7 - 8 a.m. Eastern Time
Get an early start and network with your colleagues and exhibitors while you enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Select exhibitors will also be making short presentations during our Exhibitor Spotlights.

Networking and Coffee with the Exhibitors
Wednesday, May 7, 8 - 9:50 a.m. Eastern Time
During these open expo hours, network with the exhibitors while enjoying your coffee.

Awards Luncheon & Keynote Speaker
Wednesday, May 7, 12:15 - 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Connect with members, leaders, exhibitors, and honorees during our luncheon. We will honor our 2024-2025 IEST award recipients for their outstanding achievement in the technical community, recognize the IEST Executive Board officers, and introduce the new slate of officers for 2025-2026. Eve Wooldridge, a NASA Aerospace Engineer of Emerita, will be speaking on "25 Years of Contamination Control on the James Webb Space Telescope". Details can be found here.

Mix and Mingle: Networking & Dessert and Exhibitor Spotlight Presentations
Wednesday, May 7, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Eastern Time
ESTECH attendees unanimously agree that ESTECH networking is unmatched and invaluable. At this event, enjoy dessert in the Expo Hall, make new connections, and learn about the latest products and services. Those in attendance will also have a chance to win one of our raffle prizes. Select exhibitors will also be making short presentations during our Exhibitor Spotlights.