Wednesday, April 22​

 

7:30 am– 5:00 pm

ILMA Base Camp / Registration

ILMA Base Camp is your Engage meeting hub to check in or register, grab a refreshment or snack, network with attendees and browse sponsor tabletop displays.
​​Base Camp sponsored by HF Sinclair, refreshments sponsored by American Refining Group 

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8:00 am– 1:30 pm

ILMA Foundation Golf Tournament 

Teams of four will compete at Saltleaf Golf Preserve. Not only is it situated beside Estero Bay, Florida's first aquatic preserve, the Troon-managed course continues a long, respectful co-existence with a 144-acre, Florida uplands preserve. Raymond Floyd’s challenging 18-hole course embraces the natural habitat with no formal bunkers and minimally altered terrain that includes lakes, indigenous plantings and trails along wild spaces. Registration includes greens fee, practice range, transportation, sleeve of golf balls, continental breakfast with hot food, and two drink tickets per person. 

​​Tournament sponsored by Vanderbilt Chemicals, Hole sponsors: Afton Chemical Corporation, Chevron Oronite, Ergon Inc, Hangsterfer's Laboratories, IMCD, LubeLine, Lucas Oil, Novel Reliable Technologies, PennStar, Pinnacle Oil, Renkert Oil, Sea-Land Chemical Company, STARFIRE Lubricants, Sunn Group, Tulstar Products, Warren Oil​

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10:00 am– 11:00 am

Networking and Refreshments in Base Camp

A perfect time for mingling with peers, scheduling business meetings, grabbing a refreshment before lunch or browsing sponsor tabletop displays.
​​​Base Camp sponsored by HF Sinclair, refreshments sponsored by American Refining Group 

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12:00 pm– 1:00 pm

CEO Meet and Greet with Holly Alfano

Meet ILMA's chief executive officer, Holly Alfano, for an opportunity to ask questions, offer feedback, or address any concerns pertaining to ILMA, your company's membership, and the industry at large. Whether seeking clarifications or simply wishing to connect, your presence is valued and welcomed.  

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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Networking Lunch Buffet

Relax and enjoy some lunch with friends and colleagues.​​

Sponsored by Penthol ​

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2:00 pm – 3:45 pm

SHERA Committee Meeting

Make sure you’re up to date on the latest regulatory proposals affecting our industry. The information shared among members in this forum helps ILMA speak to regulators with authority. All are welcome.
​Sponsored by RichardsApex 

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4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Engine and Transmission Committee Meeting

Engine oil and transmission fluid stakeholders will meet to discuss the most pressing issues for this industry segment. All are welcome.
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5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

New Member and First Time Attendee Reception

Calling all newbies! Wondering how to make the most of your first ILMA meeting experience? Take advantage of the opportunity to mix and mingle with ILMA Board members, committee chairs and top tier sponsors to find out what ILMA and ILMA meetings are all about.
Sponsored by Functional Products 

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6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Opening Reception

Celebrate the start of ILMA Engage with some networking, drinks and light fare while watching the sun set over Bonita Springs.
Sponsored by Radco Industries 

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8:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Overtime Happy Hour with iRely

Before you call it a night, stop by the lobby bar for a drink courtesy of iRely. Meeting badges will be required for service at the bar.
Sponsored by iRely 

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Thursday, April 23​​​

 

7:30 am– 4:30 pm

ILMA Base Camp / Registration

ILMA Base Camp is your Engage meeting hub to check in or register, grab a refreshment or snack, network with attendees and browse sponsor tabletop displays.​

​​Base Camp sponsored by HF Sinclair, refreshments sponsored by Allegheny Petroleum Products 

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8:00 am – 9:00 am

Manufacturing Member Business Meeting & Breakfast

Grab a bite to eat and get the lowdown on all of ILMA's activities and where your membership dollars are going. Ask ILMA leadership your questions about Association operations and leadership.  ILMA Manufacturing Members only.​

Sponsored by  Sea-Land Chemical Company  ​

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8:00 am – 9:00 am

Breakfast Buffet

​Enjoy the most important meal of the day as you plan your time ahead with your colleagues or take advantage of a networking opportunity.
Sponsored by  Sea-Land Chemical Company  

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9:15 am – 10:30 am

General Session with Keynote Speaker Derek Daly
​From surviving one of the hardest crashes in motorsports history to rebuilding his career, Derek brings a powerful, energizing message about resilience, teamwork, and peak performance – lessons that resonate with every corner of the lubricants industry. Get ready to be inspired!

Sponsored by Ergon 

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10:30 am – 12:30 pm

ILMA Book and Film Club

We'll be serving light bites while diving into engaging conversations about our selected books and films. Whether you're a movie buff, a bookworm, or simply curious, there's something for everyone. Don't worry if you haven't had the chance to read every book or watch every film. We'll provide a summary of all the selections, so you can still join in the conversation and see if any pique your interest. Stop by to relax, make new friends and explore the world of books and films together.​ 

• Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

• Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

• The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

• Quick Silver by Derek Mathias

• We Solve Mysteries by Richard Oscan

• Thursday Murder Club (Netflix)

• Leanne (Netflix)

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10:45 am – 12:30 pm

MWF Committee Meeting

The Metalworking Fluids (MWF) Committee follows issues concerning manufacturers and suppliers in the metalworking lubricants sector. All are welcome.
​Sponsored by Master Fluid Solutions 

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12:30 pm – 1:45 pm

Plated Lunch Session: What the Global Energy Crisis Means for the U.S. Base Oils Market
The U.S. base oils market is inextricably connected to global energy markets. With the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices have surged and trade through the Middle East has ground to a halt. What is the impact on base oil production? How are base oil and lubricant market participants reacting? And how does what happens overseas reverberate in the U.S.? Join Argus’ Deputy Global Editor, John Dietrich, as he discusses key considerations and repercussions in the U.S. base oil and lubricants market.​
Sponsored by Motiva Enterprises 

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1:45 pm – 3:00 pm

Sustainability Committee Meeting

With sustainability and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations becoming increasingly important for business success, this group aims to help ILMA members leverage sustainability to meet their long-term goals and objectives. All are welcome.

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3:10 pm – 4:30 pm

Global Affairs & Trade Committee Meeting
If your company does or is considering doing business internationally, this is the forum for you. Come get the latest information on shipping, sanctions compliance, global chemicals registration and more. All are welcome.

Sponsored by Amsoil 

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4:40 pm – 5:30 pm

Innovative Business Council Meeting

Are you ready to help spread the word about our industry among young people across the world? Dive into ILMA’s new global social media initiative to promote the lubricants industry, which this committee will help succeed. All are welcome.

 

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Welcome to ILMA-ritaville Reception & Dinner!

It’s five o’clock somewhere, and ILMA is bringing the changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes vibe to Bonita Springs!  Don your tropical best (Hawaiian shirts strongly encouraged!), grab your lost shaker of salt, and enjoy the sounds of The Aquaholics playing your favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes. Soak in the island décor and enjoy a night filled with laid-back fun, and just the right amount of paradise. After all… if we couldn’t laugh, we would all go insane. Fins up! 

Bar sponsored by Afton Chemical Corporation, Dinner sponsored by SK Enmove, Activities and decor sponsored by Infineum 

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Friday, April 24​​​

 

7:30 am– 12:00 pm

ILMA Base Camp / Registration

ILMA Base Camp is your Engage meeting hub to check in or register, grab a refreshment or snack, network with attendees and browse sponsor tabletop displays.​

​​Base Camp sponsored by HF Sinclair, refreshments sponsored by Daubert Chemical Company ​

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8:00 am – 9:15 am

Breakfast Session: Attributes of a Champion Lubricant Plant –  A North America vs. South America Perspective

What sets top lubricant manufacturing plants apart, and how do their operations across the Americas compare? Omer Chowdhury, associate director of Pims.ai, explores the defining traits of world-class facilities — those excelling in productivity, asset efficiency, and cost control. Drawing on benchmarking insights, he compares best practices in North and Latin America, revealing regional strengths and opportunities for cross-learning.

Sponsored by The Lubrizol Corporation ​

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9:30 am – 11:00 am

LubeTrends XL: Strategies for Recruiting, Retention and Peak Performance

An extra-large LubeTrends Live town hall that dives deep into one of the biggest challenges for ILMA members today: attracting the right people and keeping them. The session kicks off with a mini keynote from Lisa Ryan, former industrial sales professional and welder turned retention expert, who will detail the “Six Gears of Grategy for High-Performance Culture.” Ryan will then join  panelists for a lively discussion on the most recent employment data and practical experiences from our industry. You’ll leave with practical strategies to keep your top talent engaged, committed and proud to be part of an industry that powers essential operations, supports global sustainability, and keeps the world in motion. Panelists James Moorhouse of ABN Resource and Mike Skuratovich of Eastern Oil Company  will join Lisa for further discussion. ​​

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Frictionless Leadership: The Six Gears of “Grategy” for a High-Performance Culture

Ryan’s talk blends research-based talent retention strategies with practical tools designed for leaders in technical, industrial and operations-driven environments. It equips professionals across the lubricant value chain – from plant floors to executive offices – with actionable insights to attract, engage and retain talent in today’s evolving workforce landscape. Using the “Six Gears of Grategy” framework, attendees will explore solutions to labor shortages, generational shifts and workforce disengagement. The goal is to build a culture where employees feel connected to the mission, valued for their impact, and motivated to grow, fueling long-term success for ILMA members and the industry as a whole.

Sponsored by Chevron Oronite 
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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Farewell Happy Hour

Say goodbye to colleagues and friends, old and new, as we toast another Engage.

Sponsored by Chevron Base Oils 

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