BRING YOUR INVENTION TO MARKET AT NHS CONCEPT TO COMMERCE 2026

See it here first — the Inventor Pavilion is where tomorrow’s top-selling products are discovered.

Join the Inventors Pavilion, powered by the United Inventors Association (UIA), and present your product to top buyers, manufacturers, and distributors.

Why exhibit as an inventor

Exposure to the retail industry’s top buyers
Access to global supplier partners in the Manufacturing Pavilion
Educational sessions and mentorship for inventors
Media coverage and press opportunities
Award Recognition including “Best Marketing” and “Most Innovative”

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The Inventor Pavilion is a discovery zone where innovation gets its first commercial break. Many Inventor Pavilion products have gone on to secure retail placement with major national chains.

Event Highlights

NHS Inventors
Pavilion:

A dedicated space in the NHS exhibit hall for emerging inventors to showcase their products and connect with industry professionals.

UIA Inventors
Conference:

Attend complimentary workshops and seminars focused on product development, marketing, and licensing. Stay tuned for the full schedule!

Product Showdown Opportunities:

Hosted by the UIA during the Inventors Conference, the Product Showdown sessions are Shark Tank style competitions where inventors pitch the newest innovations in the retail industry to a panel of experts for live feedback. Applications open soon!

Success Stories

Push & Hang

Mike Van Horst, the inventor of the Push & Hang system, successfully relicensed his product and showcased it at NHS. His product is now available in The Home Depot stores!

The S'mores Company – 2025 UIA Award Winner

The S'mores Company was honored with the Best Marketing award at the 2025 United Inventors Association (UIA) Awards during NHS.

Their innovative approach to elevating the s'mores experience through unique products and marketing strategies has garnered industry recognition and gained them national retail distribution.

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