IFDA Member Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct

The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) is the premier trade association for the foodservice distribution industry. IFDA contributes to the growth, development, and success of the foodservice distribution industry through our outstanding advocacy, events, research, and education.

IFDA is committed to fostering an environment that provides a safe, ethical and diverse community. IFDA members, partners, vendors and all organizations or individuals conducting business with IFDA are expected to uphold these same values across all IFDA programs and services.

We value the engagement of each participating company of the association. Association participants are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, courtesy and respect for others and maintain the highest level of professionalism. Any company and its representatives engaging with IFDA are required to observe this Code of Conduct.

The following guidelines are expectations for all persons participating in the Association’s programs and services.

  • Comply with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Interact with others with respect, courtesy, and consideration, creating the space for everyone to actively contribute.
  • Avoid demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing communication (both spoken and written) behavior and materials with others.
  • For the safety of all attendees, weapons, including firearms, are strictly prohibited at any IFDA event, regardless of permit status or state/local laws.
  • Protect the Association’s proprietary and confidential information from inappropriate use or misappropriation.

To report a violation, please contact Mark S. Allen, President & CEO: mallen@ifdaonline.org