Inside the 2026 SprayFoam Convention and Expo

By Emma Peterson. 

Learn how SPFA is bringing the global spray foam industry together for education, networking and more this March!  

In a new episode of CoatingsCast™, Megan Ellsworth had the chance to interview Lisa Smith, the director of member engagement for the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), about SPFA’s upcoming SprayFoam Convention and Expo! This year’s show will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 22-25. Lisa shared a bit about the background of the event:  

This is the largest spray foam gathering for professionals across the globe. We have visitors and exhibitors from around the world coming together to share their knowledge and to see what's new in the industry...Really, whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned expert, a contractor or supplier, this is the place to be. 

So, what does this year’s SprayFoam Convention and Expo have in store for attendees? Sunday (3/22) and Monday (3/23) will be all about the SPFA certification programs. Lisa explained, “Those first two days will be full of courses to prep people for the actual certification written and field exams.” These exams are a great way to level up your skills and differentiate yourself from competitors.  

Moving into Tuesday (3/24) and Wednesday (3/25), the show will host breakout education sessions and open the expo hall to attendees looking to explore. Lisa highlighted some of the changes they made this year to the schedule: 

For the breakout sessions, we expanded the amount that we were offering. We were originally going to have 35 sessions and we now have 50. These sessions cover everything from regulatory updates to women in spray foam...And for the first time ever we’re going to be recording the sessions! So, if you didn’t get the chance to attend one in person, look out for a link after the show; we’ll be sending the recordings to anyone registered for a full convention pass or a one-day only pass. 

And if that all wasn’t enough to keep you busy, SPFA is also coordinating a couple of affiliate events during the show. Lisa explained, “On Sunday we have the Spray Foam Magazine Contractor of the Year party. Then Monday is the Spray Foam Worldwide party. Both of these are separate registrations from your show registration. And then we are revamping our National Industry Excellence Awards on Wednesday after the exhibit hall.” 

Overall, if you operate in the spray polyurethane coatings world, you do not want to miss the 2026 SprayFoam Convention and Expo! As Lisa put it, “This is your chance to be around people who want to help your business grow. Yes, they might be your competitor, but when you’re at the show, everyone just wants to help everybody. It's such a great community and you don’t want to miss the opportunity to be a part of that.” 

Listen to the whole conversation with Lisa or Watch the episode to learn more about this year’s SprayFoam Convention and Expo! And if you haven’t, make sure to get your ticket to the show.