IFMA provides operators with unique opportunities to stay informed through unique insights and data and connected through networking conferences with suppliers, supply chain partners, and service providers. In exchange for service to the association, operators will be eligible for corporate-wide membership.
Operator Membership Will Be In Three Groups
Advocate Operator Member
Commercial and non-commercial operator companies are eligible for this category of membership, enabling all individuals within the company to access member benefits if at least one individual at the organization fulfills one or more of these service requirements:
Eligibility for Advocate Operator Membership Include:
For Commercial Operations
Individuals attending above must be a purchase decision-maker affiliated directly with an operation with responsibility for 10 or more units for either a restaurant, convenience store, lodging, or grocery chain.
For Non-Commercial
Direct F&B decision maker of any non-commercial segment, including K-12, College/University, Healthcare, Business & Industry, and Military. Also includes those who work for a corporate office of a Foodservice Management Company.
Note: Any operator entity not listed may petition to IFMA for member consideration
Foodservice Leadership Council (FLC) Member
FLC operators have shown a tremendous level of commitment and engagement within their own communities and IFMA. FLC Operator membership is a company-wide membership, and benefits will extend to individuals within the same company. FLC operators must be a member in good standing, as defined by the requirements laid out in their respective council charters.
Learn more about IFMA's Foodservice Leadership Councils
Individual Operator Member
While Advocate and FLC Operator Memberships are eligible for companies, IFMA is also extending an Individual Operator Membership for qualified decision makers/individuals that are either currently working for a non-commercial operator or restaurant chain with 10+ units OR are no longer with an operator company but have 5+ years of experience working for a restaurant chain or non-commercial operation. All individuals will be reviewed by IFMA for approval.
Operator Member Benefits
For more on IFMA’s long-range plan, see the "Level Up 2027: A New Path Forward for IFMA" report for details.
Interested in joining the food-away-from-home evolution in 2024? Contact our membership team at membership@ifmaworld.com to learn more about this new IFMA membership type or fill out the form below: