Member Benefits | Specialty Food Association

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The Specialty Food Association exists to serve our member companies and our industry. We are always working to improve and expand the benefits available to SFA members.

From education and support for starting a food business to industry-leading research reports to the Fancy Food Shows and more, SFA members enjoy year-round access to resources alongside a passionate community of peers, thought-leaders, and potential partners.

Community & Market Access

Trade Shows

SFA members have access to exhibit, receive a complimentary booth package, and are eligible for discounted attendee badges for SFA Tradeshows

Mentorship Program

Open to all SFA members, this program matches early-stage makers with industry veterans who can offer wisdom, help navigate hurdles, and brainstorm ideas. These fruitful partnerships build bridges and produce tons of insight and inspiration.

Member Directory

Find and connect with member companies that can help your business.

Volunteer Opportunities

SFA creates platforms for members to give back to the specialty food industry, including through volunteer leadership positions, Currently, these opportunities include servinvg on the Board of Directors or in a Committee or Council role.

Education & Insights

Maker Prep Course

Learn to do business in the food industry in six months.

Tip Sheets, Maker Takeaways, White Papers, and Reports

Access to SFA’s widely read and respected research reports (The State of the Specialty Food Industry, Today's Specialty Food Consumer, and more) is complimentary for members, putting the latest insights and opportunities at their fingertips.

Year-round Webinar Series

Tune in for expert guidance on topics relevant to your business, all complimentary for SFA members

Legislative/Regulatory Education

Explore a suite of benefits including expert insights, legal resources, and news briefs to help navigate today’s policies and anticipate tomorrow’s changes.

Visibility & Promotion

Press Releases

SFA members may upload up to nine press releases per year - three for the Winter Fancy Food Show, three for the Summer Fancy Food Show, and three for general use - and our Press team posts them for distribution to hundreds of thousands of media recipients.

Sofi Awards and People Awards

To celebrate innovative products and individuals across our industry, SFA presents four annual Awards programs: the sofi™ Awards, Leadership Awards, the SFA Hall of Fame, and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Entry is exclusive to SFA members.

Use of SFA Logos

Members of the Specialty Food Association are entitled to use the SFA logo in marketing materials. Download high-res versions of the SFA logo here.

Sales & Marketing Exchange Group

Community and collaboration are key to success. Professionally moderated, these Groups bring together chief executives to share ideas, discuss challenges, and more, helping them stay adaptive and connected.

Business-Building Tools

Discounts from Premier Providers and Other Strategic Partners

We've teamed up with leading business services providers to curate exclusive discounts and opportunities to help SFA members grow their businesses, work more efficiently, and achieve their goals.

RangeMe Discounts & Collections

SFA members save up to $800 on RangeMe memberships and get spotlighted in dedicated Collections, supercharging their ability to connect with interested buyers.

Floret Special Offers

SFA members can access three free months of Floret, an AI-powered platform for CPG brands to plan promotions, boost cash flow, and more. Existing users enjoy a 10% discount!

Industry Directories

From specialty food brokers to co-packing services to incubator kitchens, partners and solutions SFA members need are easy to find in our regularly updated directories. SFA members may also submit to be listed in these resources.

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SFA Member Benefits Specialty Food

For Current Members

Have questions about your benefits and how to take advantage of them? Contact your Member Advisor.

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