Welcome to the new IFMA—the premier association representing all facets of food-away-from-home.

 

The business landscape evolved at a record pace during the pandemic. Food manufacturers, operators, and the entire supply chain came together in new ways to maintain teams, streamline ordering and delivery, help create flexible menus, and take on new technologies.

 

We're ready to work with the entire industry to leverage the power and pace of that change: Evolution Empowered.

 

 

Our New Purpose, Mission, and Vision

IFMA’s new purpose—the first in the Association’s history—is a guiding light defining why we exist. Leading the food-away-from-home industry requires us to define the parameters of our expanded ecosystem and is reflected in our new vision and mission.

 

 

Purpose: To empower, nurture, and connect the food-away-from-home ecosystem so it may thrive and responsibly meet consumer needs.

 

Vision: To champion an inclusive food-away-from-home ecosystem that collaborates to build innovative solutions that advance the industry.

 

Mission: Be the agent of change leading a dynamic, transparent and engaged food-away-from-home community that will help grow our members’ businesses.

 

 

Our New Membership Structure

Beginning in 2024, IFMA moves from two membership categories to four—creating and developing an updated membership strategy that is inclusive and brings the voices of the entire industry together.

 

Our Commitment to DEI

IFMA is committed to fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), infusing these into the fabric of everything we do.

 

 

 

DEI Vision: To champion an inclusive food-away-from-home ecosystem that collaborates to build innovative solutions that advance the industry.

 

DEI Mission: IFMA is intentional in our internal practices, member offerings, and external outreach to actively solicit and value diverse perspectives.

 

 

 

Our IFMA Values

IFMA has defined our organizational values—the building blocks for how we work.

 

 

  • Service: We put our members first.
  • Inclusiveness: We embrace diversity of thought, background, and demographics.
  • Open to Possibilities: We are curious, innovative, and accepting of new ideas.
  • Integrity: We are thorough, transparent and accountable to each other and our membership.
  • Collaborative Spirit: We combine individual expertise with team support to grow together.

 

 

Level Up 2027 - A New Path Forward for IFMA

 

Through this Level Up 2027 strategic plan, we commit to fostering stronger cross-industry engagement and providing unparalleled member value. We look forward to continuing our journey to champion, nurture and connect the food-away-from-home industry!

 

Read The Level Up 2027 Plan Now >>

 

 

Interested in joining the food-away-from-home evolution? Contact our membership team at  membership@ifmaworld.com.