A French-based global business tool serving 12,000 frozen food decision- makers worldwide, including those in the United States.With a team of international experts, it serves as an independent and cost-effective means to bring buyers and sellers together.Fixed rates are charged, and no commissions are paid.As one U.S.marketer put it, FrozenB2B helped it "expand our reach cheaper, faster and more efficiently than we could have done conventionally." 

International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses
Alexandria, Virginia
Phone: 703-373-4300
Web Address: http://www.iarw.org

Focuses on the challenges of operating temperature-controlled storage facilities.In addition to collecting information and encouraging the exchange of ideas, the association promotes more efficient distribution services.It provides members with information regarding the adoption of new technology, legislative changes, and complying with U.S.and international regulations.The association also participates in alliances with industry and international organizations having a common interest in the safe and efficient flow of food products around the world. 

The American Frozen Food Institute
Washington, D.C.
Phone: 703-821-0770
Web Address: http://www.affi.com

Staffed with experts in legislative affairs, product distribution and logistics, public and trade relations, regulatory compliance, research and technology and international trade.It represents the opinions and interests of the frozen food industry to government agencies, Congress, retail and foodservice trades, the technical community, the media and consumers.AFFI's annual convention is in February. 

The Food Marketing Institute
Arlington, Virginia
Phone: 202-452-8444
Web Address: http://www.fmi.org

Conducts programs in research, education, industry relations and public affairs on behalf of its 1,500 member companies — food retailers and wholesalers — in the United States and around the world.FMI's U.S.members operate about 26,000 retail food stores with a combined annual sales volume of $340 billion — three-quarters of all retail food store sales in the United States .Its international membership includes 200 companies from 50 countries. 

The International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association
Madison, Wisconsin
Phone: 608-310-5000
Web Address: http://www.iddba.org

Helps members in the dairy, deli, cheese, bakery and related industries enhance their economic position by providing opportunities for professional dialogue, education, exchange of industry data and selling opportunities.The association runs an annual seminar and expo, and provides members with leading-edge research, training programs, management tools, an annual trends report and member directory.Members include manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, brokers and others related to the industry. 

The International Dairy Foods Association
Washington, D.C.
Phone: 202-737-4332
Web Address: http://www.idfa.org

Represents the nation's dairy manufacturing and marketing industries and their suppliers, with a membership of 570 companies representing a $90-billion-a- year industry.It is composed of three constituent organizations: the Milk Industry Foundation, the National Cheese Institute, and the International Ice Cream Association. 

The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade
Phone: 646-878-0119 
Web Address: http://www.specialtyfood.com

Fosters trade, commerce and interest in the specialty food industry.It includes domestic and foreign manufacturers, importers, distributors, brokers, retailers, restaurateurs, caterers and others in the specialty foods business.The association offers a wide variety of services, but is best known for its Fancy Food Shows, held three times a year in major cities.

The National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Phone: 717-657-8601
Web Address: http://www.nfraweb.org

A non-profit trade association representing all segments of the frozen and refrigerated foods industry.NFRA is the sponsor of March National Frozen Food Month, June Dairy Month, June/July Ice Cream & Novelties promotion and October Frozen Food Festival.NFRA holds the annual National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Convention in October. 

The National Grocers Association
Arlington, Virginia
Phone: 703-516-0700
Web Address: http://www.nationalgrocers.org

Represents the retail and wholesale grocers comprising the independent sector of the food distribution industry.It exists to ensure that independent, community-focused retailers and wholesalers have the opportunity to succeed and better serve the consumer through its policies, advocacy, programs and services. 

The Private Label Manufacturers Association
New York, New York
Phone: 212- 972-3131
Web Address: http://www.plma.com

Serves the needs of member manufacturers, suppliers and brokers.Each November, it sponsors an exposition in Chicago .It also offers newsletters, studies, research, directories, education, and representation of industry interests before legislators.

The Refrigerated Foods Association
Atlanta, Georgia
Phone: 770-452-0660
Web Address: http://www.refrigeratedfoods.org

An organization of manufacturers and suppliers of prepared refrigerated food products and their suppliers, joined together to promote food safety, share information and expand the industry.Members include manufacturers and suppliers of wet salads, refrigerated entrees and side dishes, dips, desserts, soups, and ethnic foods, as well as companies engaged in business operations related to the refrigerated foods industry.