Lakhos exhibiting at IMTS 2026 in Chicago

Lakhos is reaching a new milestone in its North American expansion. From September 14 to 19, 2026, our firm will be at IMTS (International Manufacturing Technology Show) at McCormick Place in Chicago. This marks our very first time exhibiting at a trade show in the United States. We will be there alongside our technology partner, Genius Solutions, with a clear goal: to provide live demonstrations of our native connector that links HubSpot CRM to Genius ERP.

What is IMTS?

IMTS, or the International Manufacturing Technology Show, is one of the largest manufacturing technology trade shows in the Western Hemisphere. The event is held every two years at McCormick Place in Chicago and brings the manufacturing ecosystem together around automation, robotics, machining, additive manufacturing, and digital solutions. Approximately 90,000 visitors and nearly 1,800 exhibitors are expected across more than 1.2 million square feet of exhibition space.

In other words, it is one of the most important gatherings in North America for manufacturers, machine shops, and engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturers. For a HubSpot agency specializing in the industrial sector like Lakhos, exhibiting at IMTS means meeting directly with the companies we support every day.

A first presence in the USA

This participation in IMTS is not our first step beyond our borders. Lakhos has previously exhibited at HANNOVER MESSE in Germany, one of the largest industrial trade shows in the world. We were there for the 2025 edition, the year Canada served as the event's official partner country. This experience allowed us to confirm one simple thing: our expertise in CRM implementation for manufacturers resonates well beyond Quebec.

IMTS 2026, however, marks a first on American soil. It is a logical step in our growth strategy. We are already seeing strong traction among Genius clients in both the United States and Canada, and we want to strengthen our position across the North American market. The U.S. market is one of the territories we intend to serve more actively, precisely because the demand for our expertise there is very real.

A collaboration with Genius ERP at the heart of the booth

In Chicago, Lakhos won't be exhibiting alone. We will be showcasing directly from the Genius ERP booth, alongside the Genius Solutions sales team. This choice is no coincidence. It illustrates the depth of our partnership and the complementarity nature of our two organizations: Genius ERP supports manufacturing operations management, while Lakhos structures and connects revenue operations within HubSpot CRM.

On-site, we will host a dedicated demo station. Visitors will be able to see our native connector between HubSpot CRM and Genius ERP in action under real-world conditions. It is an existing, fully functional connector developed and powered through our partnership with Genius. Our intention is clear: to raise further awareness among current and future Genius clients who are looking to align their sales pipeline with their production system.

To learn more about how the connector works and the benefits it brings to manufacturers, explore our overview of the HubSpot-Genius ERP connector.

Why this connector is a game-changer for manufacturers

In a manufacturing company, valuable information is often scattered between the CRM and ERP. Sales reps spend a significant amount of time re-entering data from one system to the other, especially when preparing quotes. Every manual entry opens the door to errors and slows down the cycle from initial contact to invoicing, known as the lead-to-cash process.

This is exactly the problem our connector solves. By synchronizing key data between HubSpot CRM and Genius ERP, it allows the sales team to work faster and more accurately. Opportunity information flows into the ERP at the right time, sales processes remain aligned with operational realities, and management gains a unified view of business activities. This type of CRM and ERP integration is at the core of our RevOps approach: breaking down silos between sales, marketing, and service to accelerate revenue growth.

For make-to-order manufacturers, these efficiency gains translate into measurable results: hours saved and quotes generated faster, with better alignment between estimates and production realities.

Why Lakhos is attending IMTS

Our presence at IMTS serves three interconnected goals.

First, to diversify our territories. We want to meet North American manufacturers and provide them with the same CRM implementation expertise that our Quebec clients benefit from.

Next, to strengthen our partnership with Genius ERP. Exhibiting together at a trade show of this scale reinforces an already solid collaboration and highlights an integrated solution that speaks directly to manufacturers.

Finally, to showcase our expertise on the international stage. Participating in a major event like IMTS as a HubSpot agency and CRM integrator specializing in the industrial sector is a way to affirm our position as a leader in CRM integration for manufacturers in North America.

How to find us there

IMTS 2026 takes place at McCormick Place in Chicago, a massive site spread across several buildings. To make things easy, we invite you to come meet us directly at the Genius ERP booth, where our demo station will be set up.

Booth number: #133264

Whether you are already a Genius client, considering a CRM implementation project, in the process of selecting an ERP, or simply curious about evaluating connectivity between your systems, come see us. We would be delighted to show you, live, what a well-designed integration between sales and operations can achieve.

FAQ

Where and when is IMTS 2026 being held?

IMTS 2026 will take place from September 14 to 19, 2026, at McCormick Place in Chicago. It is the largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere, held every two years.

Why is Lakhos participating in IMTS?

This is our first time participating in the United States. We want to diversify our territories, strengthen our partnership with Genius ERP, and solidify our position as a CRM integrator specializing in the manufacturing sector across North America.

What will Lakhos be showcasing on-site?

We will be hosting a demo station at the Genius ERP booth to showcase our native connector between HubSpot CRM and Genius ERP, a fully functional, existing solution that synchronizes data between the CRM and the ERP.

How does the HubSpot CRM and Genius ERP integration help manufacturers?

It eliminates manual data entry between systems, reduces errors, and accelerates the lead-to-cash cycle. The sales team can generate quotes faster, and management gains a unified view of their business operations.

How can I meet the Lakhos team in Chicago?

Visit us at booth #133264 at the Genius ERP exhibit, where our demo station will be located.