Benefits of RFA Membership

ASSOCIATE MEMBER BENEFITS

1.) Networking Opportunities and Events

Membership in the RFA allows you to meet and get to know refrigerated food manufacturers from around the U.S. and Canada. There is no better way to increase your sales than by increasing your network of potential customers, and becoming better acquiainted with your current customer base!

The RFA offers a variety of networking opportunities and events including:

RFA Annual Conference & Exhibition - The RFA's Annual Conference is best event for meeting and networking with refrigerated food manufacturers. In addition to informative speaker presentations and roundtable discussion sessions on timely industry topics, the Conference features special networking sessions and events. For more details on the next RFA Conference, click here.

One-on-One CEO Sessions - Held at the RFA's Annual Conference, the One-on-One CEO Sessions are a special opportunity FOR MEMBERS ONLY to meet face-to-face with the CEOs and buyers of our your choice for ten-minute sessions. The One-on-One CEO Sessions are a truly unique opportunity to talk directly with the decision makers of food manufacturing companies!

International Tours - Expand your market overseas through membership in the RFA! The RFA sponsors an International Trip on most years to tour refrigerated food plants in Europe, plus supermarkets and foodservice facilities.

2.) Membership Directory

Upon joining, members receive a complete Membership Directory containing contact names, addresses and product information on our entire membership. Members also receive access to the online Membership Directory in the Members-Only Section of the RFA web site.

3.) Educational Seminars and Events

The RFA offers a variety of educational seminars and events throughout the year, including annual Technical and Marketing Seminars. The Seminars provide the opportunity to learn about important issues and interact with other members in a small group setting. Click here to learn more about upcoming events offered.

4.) Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities

Reach your target market - hundreds of refrigerated food manufacturers - by advertising with the RFA. Advertising opportunities are available for members in the RFA's quarterly newsletter and the Membership Directory. In addition, sponsorship opportunities are available for a variety of Conference activities and publications.

5.) Additional Benefits

Access to the RFA web site's Members-Only Section - RFA members receive full access to the Members-Only Section of the RFA web site, which contains the online Membership Directory, downloadable Conference and Seminar handouts, past Newsletters and Technical E-News issues, Message Boards, and more.

Technical Support - The RFA keeps members abreast of the latest food safety and regulatory news and provides a network of support for their food safety questions and problems. RFA members have access to the RFA Technical Hotline, where our Technical Director, Martin Mitchell, will provide immediate answers to your food safety and regulatory questions. RFA Members receive continual updates on current food safety and regulatory news via the Technical E-News, an email newsletter sent every other Friday that contains the latest food safety news articles. Plus, the RFA hosts a Listserv that allows members to have group discussions on important topics, including specific food safety questions and concerns, via email.

Technical Resources - RFA members also have full access to the RFA's vast library of research studies and articles. Resources include completed studies on cabbage browning, microbiological status of products, Listeria and more. In addition, upon request, Associate members will receive the RFA Training DVD.

Newsletters and Bulletins - Informative quarterly newsletters and membership bulletins about the Association’s activities, with industry updates and marketing tips.

Interested in becoming a member of the RFA? Click here to download a Membership Application or apply online. You can also contact the RFA Office at 770-452-0660 to learn more!

AFFILIATE MEMBER BENEFITS

1.) Technical News and Research

The RFA provides members with the most recent information and research studies on a wide variety of food safety and regultory issues, including shelf life protocol, HACCP, control of Listeria monocytogenes, cross-contamination by pathogens and allergens and nutritional labeling.

RFA Members receive continual updates on current food safety and regulatory news via the Technical E-News, an email newsletter sent every other Friday that contains the latest food safety news articles.

RFA members also have full access to the RFA's vast library of research studies and articles. Resources include completed studies on cabbage browning, microbiological status of products, Listeria and more. In addition, upon joining the RFA, every member receives the RFA Training DVD.

RFA members have access to the RFA Technical Hotline, where our Technical Director, Martin Mitchell, will provide immediate answers to your food safety and regulatory questions. Plus, the RFA hosts a Listserv that allows members to have group discussions on important topics, including specific food safety questions and concerns, via email.

2.) Educational Seminars and Events

The RFA offers a variety of educational seminars and events throughout the year, including an annual RFA Conference and annual Technical and Marketing Seminars.

The RFA's Annual Conference is a three-day event that features the industry’s leading speakers, timely panel presentations, interactive roundtable discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. For more details on the next RFA Conference, click here.

3.) Networking

Meet and get to know food manufacturers and suppliers from around the country and around the world. Membership allows you to share and learn from others in the industry.

4.) Additional Benefits

Access to the RFA web site's Members-Only Section - RFA members receive full access to the Members-Only Section of the RFA web site, which contains the online Membership Directory, downloadable Conference and Seminar handouts, past Newsletters and Technical E-News issues, Message Boards, and more.

Newsletters and Bulletins - Informative quarterly newsletters and membership bulletins about the Association’s activities, with industry updates and marketing tips.

Membership Directory - RFA members receive a complete Membership Directory featuring contact names, addresses, emails, web sites and product information on the entire membership. Members are listed by business classification and geographical location for easy reference. The Directory is also available to members online.

International Ties - The RFA sponsors International Tours that allow members to visit refrigerated food plants, supermarkets and foodservice facilities in Europe. Details on this year's International Tour will be available this summer.

Interested in becoming a member of the RFA? Click here to download a Membership Application or apply online. You can also contact the RFA Office at 770-452-0660 to learn more!

ACADEMIC MEMBER BENEFITS