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Become an IFDA Member

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IFDA offers three membership categories to suit the needs of different industry players:

  • Distributor Membership: Designed for foodservice distribution companies. Members gain access to educational programs, industry insights, networking events, and communication channels to stay ahead of the curve. IFDA actively represents foodservice distributors in Washington and provides valuable grassroots opportunities that connect IFDA members with federal lawmakers.
  • Allied Membership: Created for companies that supply goods and services (not for resale) to foodservice distributors. Allied members benefit from interaction with industry leaders, showcasing their expertise, and building relationships with potential clients.
  • Manufacturer Partner: This category caters to manufacturers interested in expanding their reach within the foodservice distribution network. Manufacturer Partners gain exposure to IFDA’s distributor community and opportunities to grow their business.

Membership Benefits

Distributor Membership

  • Advocacy on behalf of members to shape policies and protect interests
  • Member rates on event registrations
  • Access to educational programs
  • Full access to IFDA Research
  • Recognition as an industry leader
  • Networking opportunities
  • New-member feature in the IFDA e-newsletter
  • Access to Solutions Directory of preferred vendors

Allied Membership

  • Recognition as an Allied Partner at IFDA’s Solutions Conference
  • Discounted rates on event exhibit space & prime placement opportunities
  • Member rates on event registrations
  • Access to IFDA Research 
  • Listing in the IFDA Solutions Directory
  • New-member feature in the IFDA e-newsletter
  • Discounted sponsorship opportunities

Manufacturer Partner

  • Invitation to participate in the Partner Program or Emerging Partner Program to collaborate with distributor member executives at the IFDA Partner Executive Forum
  • Complimentary flex passes for the IFDA SMart event or Solutions Conference
  • Member rates on event registrations
  • Access to IFDA Research 
  • New-member feature in the IFDA e-newsletter
  • Discounted sponsorship opportunities

Empowering the Best in Foodservice

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Membership options

Distributor Membership

For foodservice distribution companies seeking educational programs, industry insights, networking events, communication channels, and IFDAPAC.

Dues based on annual foodservice sales.

Allied Membership

Created for companies that supply goods and services (not for resale) to foodservice distributors. Allied members benefit from interaction with industry leaders, showcasing their expertise, and building relationships with potential clients.

$5,950 / Annual

Manufacturer Partner

Catering to manufacturers interested in expanding their reach within the foodservice distribution network. Manufacturer Partners gain exposure in IFDA’s distributor community and opportunities to grow their business.

Dues based on membership level.