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February 18-20, 2025

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, Shell Beach, California

Dairy industry professionals are invited to join the Cal Poly Dairy Products Technology Center in picturesque Shell Beach, CA for two days to learn in depth about dairy marketplace innovation, recent enhancements made to dairy processing and packaging and improved marketing. Hear from today's leaders and entrepreneurs as they share their insight and experience in today's dairy industry. 

Located in beautiful Shell Beach, CA, the Cliffs Hotel and Spa overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers comfortable accommodations and meeting spaces that will rejuvenate and inspire you. 

THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS:


Dairy Products, Processing and Packaging Innovation Conference


Participant Registration

Registration Fees:

All registration fees include: 

  • Conference admission & materials
  • Daily refreshments
  • Lunch each day
  • Evening reception
  • Access to all presentations on a secure post-conference website

Early Bird Registration (extended to January 7th): $495

Conference Registration (as of January 8th): $595

Limited On-Site Registration: $695

Conference registration is limited and is offered on a first come, first serve basis. 

Lodging accommodations and evening meals are not included. 


Dairy Products, Processing and Packaging Innovation Conference 

Accommodations

MAIN CONFERENCE HOTEL:

The Cliffs Hotel and Spa offers comfortable and spacious guest rooms centrally located to all conference activities. 

Cliffs Hotel & Spa Special Room Block Information

Conference attendees may reserve a Classic King or Two Queen Room at a nightly rate of $169 plus tax and $40 per night self parking/facilities fee. Valet parking is available for an additional $20 per night. Day parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Check in time is 4pm and check out is 12pm. 

The special room block rate is based on availability and is valid through January 17, 2025 or until all rooms in the block have been reserved. 

Click here to access special room block reservations: The Cliffs Hotel and Spa - Dairy Conference Room Block 

You can also contact the hotel directly at 805-773-5000 for additional information. Be sure to mention you are with the Dairy Innovation Conference 2025.

SPECIAL OFFER IN DOWNTOWN PISMO BEACH:

Located just 3.5 miles away from the conference site, the Inn at the Pier, Pismo Beach is offering a special rate for conference attendees.

Part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, and just footsteps from the famous Pismo Beach pier and boardwalk, this craftsman-style oceanfront hotel in downtown Pismo Beach features boutique guest rooms and first-class amenities reminiscent of a charming beach house.

Inn at the Pier Special Room Block Information

Conference attendees may reserve a Downtown King at a nightly rate of $169 or Superior Oceanview King at $179 plus tax. There is a $30 per night valet parking fee. Check in time is 4pm and check out is 11am.

The special room block rate is based on availability and is valid through January 31, 2025 or until all rooms in the block have been reserved. 

Click here to access special room block reservations: Inn at the Pier - Dairy Conference Room Block

You can also contact the Hotel Sales Department directly at 805-295-5565 for additional help in making a reservation. Be sure to mention you are with the Dairy Innovation Conference 2025.

Dairy Products, Processing and Packaging Innovation Conference

Sponsorship Opportunities

The following sponsorship opportunities are available for this event: 

Conference Overall Sponsor: $10,000

  • Naming rights to Welcome Reception
  • Address to conference attendees in opening session
  • Two (2) complimentary registrations
  • Acknowledgement in all advertising and press releases
  • Company description included in attendee package materials
  • Company logo and website link on conference website

Platinum Sponsor: $8,000

  • Naming rights to Cocktail Reception or Lunch
  • Two (2) complimentary registrations
  • Acknowledgement in all advertising and press releases
  • Company description included in attendee package materials
  • Company logo and website link on conference website 

Gold Sponsor: $5,000

  • Naming rights to your choice of one session (based on availability)
  • One (1) complimentary registration
  • Acknowledgement in all advertising and press releases
  • Company description included in attendee package materials
  • Company logo and website link on conference website

Silver Sponsor: $2,500

  • Naming rights to your choice of break session (based on availability)
  • Company logo on conference materials
  • Company description included in attendee package materials
  • Company logo and website link on conference website
  • Does not include conference participant registration.

Table Top Exhibitor: $400

  • Draped 6' table and 2 chairs on Wednesday and Thursday
  • Access to power
  • Does not include conference participant registration.

For questions regarding conference sponsorship opportunities, please contact Samantha Bass at slbass@calpoly.edu