NETWORKING & ACTIVITIES

Monday, October 6, 2025

Social Activity: 3’s Golf & Grubhouse
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
*Additional cost. Pre-registration is required.
Whether you play like Tiger Woods, or have never held a golf club, join us for an unforgettable event filled with great food, drinks, and “holesome” fun for everyone! 3's Golf is a new golf concept modernizing and reimagining the golf experience. Our 12-hole putting course contest will let you alternate between sips and swings.
Registration Fee: $85 per person
Shuttles leave the hotel starting at 12:45 pm.

First-Time Attendee Reception
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Studio 220 @ NOMA & NOMA Square
All first-time attendees are invited to meet and connect with other new
attendees, the FPDA and ISD boards of directors, and other key people within the industry.

Welcome Reception
5:30pm – 6:00pm
Studio 220 @ NOMA & NOMA Square
Start your engines and join us for a high-octane Welcome Reception to kick off the 2025 Industry Summit. Connect with fellow attendees and gear up for the days ahead in a setting that celebrates speed, strategy, and Southern hospitality. It’s the perfect pit stop to fuel your networking and set the pace for an unforgettable event!

After Party with Dinner
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Group Therapy
Get your game on! Keep the evening going with more networking and fun at Group Therapy. This one-of-a-kind pub and playground takes networking to a whole new level! This indoor entertainment center features axe throwing, duck pin bowling, golf, simulators, and more! Be sure to stop by the pour your own beer and wine wall! Dinner is included. This event is included in your conference registration fee.
Roundtrip shuttles begin at 6:00 pm. Location is walkable.

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Teambuilding Pit Stop Challenge
10:45 am - 12:15 pm & 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Regency A/B
This high-energy, NASCAR-themed activity is designed to encourage collaboration, communication, and quick thinking—just like a real pit crew! Teams race against the clock to complete fun challenges and coordinating tasks. It’s a fast-paced, interactive experience that builds trust, reinforces teamwork, and adds a competitive edge. Who will join us in the Winner’s Circle?
Conference attendees will be divided into two groups for this challenge. One group will participate in the challenge while the other group enjoys lunch and the Vendor Showcase. Groups will switch activities at 12:15 pm.

Offsite Guest Event: Wine Tasting
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ink N Ivey
*Additional cost. Pre-registration is required.
Conference guests are invited to experience an exclusive wine tasting event in a charming local atmosphere while attendees are meeting during the conference. We will sample a curated selection of fine wines in a setting, perfect for networking and relaxing
Registration Fee: $40 per person
Location is walkable.

Networking Reception & Supplier Showcase
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Studio 220 @ NOMA
Grab a drink and learn about new industry products and trends, gain market insight, and network with industry peers from all sectors of the fluid power and sealing industries.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Morning Walk: Falls Park on the Reedy & Liberty Bridge
7:00 am - 8:00 am
Meet in Hotel Lobby
Begin your day with a refreshing morning walk to Falls Park on the Reedy and the iconic Liberty Bridge. In addition to lush gardens, this scenic urban oasis features a 345-foot-long suspension bridge with extraordinary views of the waterfalls and downtown Greenville. It's the perfect way to energize your morning.

Closing Dinner
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Offsite New Realm Brewery
New Realm Brewery– where high-octane energy meets cool, craft vibes. This local brewery is the perfect pit stop to refuel, connect, and celebrate a successful event. Guests can shift gears from business to fun in a laid-back atmosphere, while toasting to new partnerships and victories. It's the ultimate victory lap to close out our conference.
Roundtrip shuttles begin at 6:00 pm. Location is approximately 1 mile from the hotel.

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Golf Outing & Lunch
Shotgun start at 8:30 am
The Preserve at Verdae
*Additional cost. Pre-registration is required.
The Preserve at Verdae in Greenville, SC, offers a premier golfing experience that caters to players of all skill levels. Designed by Willard Byrd, this course is carved into a lush Carolina forest, featuring rolling hills and mountain-like brooks that provide both scenic beauty and a challenging play. The Preserve at Verdae stands out as a premier destination for golf enthusiasts.
Registration Fee: $200
Transportation is not included. Clubs are available to rent at the course for $75.