How do you make your First Time unforgettable?

Let’s give it a try and find out below!

The EPTDA Annual Business Convention is considered one of the most popular events in the Power Transmission/ Motion Control industry, therefore, we understand that a first-time experience in attending this event can feel a little overwhelming and, exciting at the same time. So, here are a few recommendations you can try to make your experience an unforgettable one.

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Before the convention

Convention App

Make sure you have downloaded the EPTDA Convention App from Brella and start using it. You have there the official program, the list of participants with whom you can already connect and interact. Before and especially during the convention, you will get notifications in real time, helping you organize your agenda better and arrange your networking meetings.

MD-IDEX meetings

If you are participating in the MD-IDEX meetings, plan your topics agenda for the booked meetings.

Make sure to:

Check your travel itineraries, pack your bags, bring some joy and excitement – the convention is about to start for you. Don’t forget to check your emails too, the EPTDA Bureau might have some last-minute messages for you.

How to dress?

The dress code is Business Casual attire. We want you to feel comfortable while discussing with your peers, colleagues, business partners.

At the event

Welcome, you are now part of the #EPTDA2024Gothenburg Annual Business Convention! (of course we encourage you to use the hashtag # when posting on LinkedIn). Now, let’s see what’s happening during the event:

Wednesday, 18 September

Registration Desk for the EPTDA 2024 Convention opens at 9:00 a.m, in the Gothia Towers Hotel, up on the 1^st floor – the business conference floor. Go there and you can pick-up your delegate pack, including your event badge. If you need any information, you can ask the hostesses that will be there to help you.
In the afternoon, the EPTDA Leadership Academy Workshop is taking place, from 13:30 to 16:30. If you registered for it, you will be guided to the workshop room. If you didn’t register for it, go to the next point.
There is a special First Timers Welcome Reception organized for you, starting with 18:30, at the World of Volvo. You will depart from the hotel with a bus, and you will be notified about the details via email. At this reception, you will meet, greet, and network with EPTDA’s volunteers that will introduce you to the event, as well as with the other First Timers.

Thursday, 19 September

Enjoy your morning routine – hit the gym, have a good breakfast, have a walk – whatever works for you!
The Registration Desk is now moved – at 08:30 AM, come and meet us in Exhibition Hall F, from the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre. Get through the World of the EPTDA first and don’t miss the Opening and Keynote Presentations, focused on “Supply Chain — Nearshoring Supply Chains and Net Zero Target”. A panel discussion will take place, some interesting debates might take place!

World of the EPTDA is sponsored by:

After this informative morning, let’s charge your batteries with a good lunch buffet at the Seasons restaurant! You will need some energy for the following MD-IDEX meetings and Open Networking meetings. Check your app for notifications!

Coffee breaks are sponsored by:

During your breaks, go and say “Hello!” to our partners from the exhibiting area, they have some interesting stuff to show you! You will meet the representatives of Ammega, BearingNet, iMotion Media, Tanals and TraceParts.

Sustainability Partners:

During the evening you can explore the Gothenburg city on your own or spend some time at the World of the EPTDA area, with some live music, a drink and a snack – you will find us there from 19:00 – 22:00. Enjoy your evening and relax – there is one more day to go!

Friday, 20 September

Repeat to yourself: I will have a good day today! Or whatever morning mantra works for you, repeat your morning routine and get ready for a new day of networking!
Only female delegates are invited to a dedicated networking breakfast, part of the Women in the Industry program. It takes place from 08:00 – 09:00 in the Gothia Towers – details will be shared on email.
MD-IDEX sessions take place from 09:30 to 13:30. You will have some coffee breaks and at 13:30, lunch is served in the hotel. It will also be the time when we say our goodbyes, but the day is not over!
Starting at 15:00, the afternoon is reserved for you to enjoy Open Networking meetings, or just enjoy your time as you wish in the World of EPTDA area or anywhere in Exhibition Hall F.
Did you sign up for the closing social event? Then you will get more details via email.