Building Trust and Opportunity: Wiley Companies at the 2026 SOCMA Show
Wiley Companies recently attended the 2026 SOCMA Show in Nashville, one of the premier gatherings for the specialty, custom, and batch chemical manufacturing industry. Hosted by the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA), the event brings together manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders to explore emerging trends, strengthen partnerships, and advance solutions across the specialty chemical supply chain.
With more than a thousand attendees and hundreds of exhibiting companies, the show continues to serve as a central hub for building trusted relationships and identifying new opportunities for collaboration.
Industry Themes: Trust, Strategy, and Partnership
A consistent theme throughout the 2026 show was the importance of trust and reliable partnerships in a rapidly evolving industry. Many manufacturers are prioritizing strong, dependable partners as they navigate regulatory complexity, supply chain shifts, and changing market demands.
These conversations strongly resonated with Wiley Companies’ approach to contract manufacturing and process solutions. Since 1981, Wiley Companies has worked alongside customers to solve complex manufacturing challenges—providing specialized processing capabilities, custom chemical manufacturing, and scalable solutions that help customers bring products to market efficiently and reliably.
As Lucas Watson, Business Development Manager at Wiley Companies, noted during the event:
“Events like the SOCMA Show remind us that strong partnerships drive this industry forward. Companies are looking for manufacturing partners they can trust—partners that bring both technical capability and a collaborative mindset.”
Strengthening Industry Relationships
The SOCMA Show also provided an opportunity for Wiley Companies to reconnect with industry relationships. The team was especially pleased to see Jenn Klein, SOCMA’s new President & CEO. Wiley Companies has enjoyed a long-standing professional relationship with Klein and looks forward to continuing to work alongside SOCMA as the organization supports the growth and advancement of the specialty chemical sector.
SOCMA plays an important role in the industry by advocating for manufacturers, promoting safety and operational excellence, and providing valuable business intelligence and networking opportunities for its members.
Wiley Companies Joins SOCMA
At the show, Wiley Companies was proud to announce that we have officially joined SOCMA as members.
Membership will allow Wiley Companies to engage more deeply with industry peers, participate in policy and regulatory discussions, and collaborate with other leaders working to strengthen the specialty chemical manufacturing ecosystem.
As Todd Johnson, CEO of Wiley Innovations, shared:
“Joining SOCMA reflects our commitment to the future of specialty manufacturing. Being part of this network allows us to contribute to the conversations shaping our industry while continuing to support our customers with reliable, high-quality manufacturing solutions.”
Looking Ahead
The conversations and connections made at the 2026 SOCMA Show reinforced an encouraging outlook for the industry. As companies continue to adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes, supply chain dynamics, and innovation opportunities, trusted manufacturing partners will remain essential.
For Wiley Companies, the show highlighted something we’ve believed for decades: great partnerships lead to great solutions.
We look forward to continuing these conversations with customers, partners, and fellow SOCMA members throughout the year.