Equipment & Supply Industry Representation
Posted on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 @ 10:40 PM
Food Buyers Network Equipment & Supply Expert, Joe Quicquaro
There are organizations that provide representation to channel members.
Representation is for many reasons; however, the primary purpose is for the
benefit of the group and to create a platform for effective communication as well
as establish standards of conduct. Operators can tap resources within some of
these organizations, but not all. Some are closed to members only. Membership
lists may be available from the association web site; others are available for a
fee, and then others you will need to enter a name to confirm membership.
Manufacturers
NAFEM -
North American Food Equipment Manufacturers
Search manufacturer members displaying web site and contact
information.
Independent
Manufacturers Representatives
MAFSI -
Manufacturers' Agents Association for the Food Service Industry
Closed to members and manufacturers agents only - Manufacturer Rep contacts
can be obtained by contacting the manufacturer.
Distributors
/ Dealers
FEDA - Foodservice
Equipment Distributors Association
Dealer name can be entered to check membership. Membership lists can be
obtained for a fee.
Service
Agencies
CFESA -
Commercial Food Equipment Service Association
Service agencies in your area can be located for all types of certified
equipment service.
Consultants
FCSI - Foodservice
Consultants Society International- The Americas
Search Utilities are available on the web site to find
consultants worldwide
End
Users
NRA - National Restaurant Association
The leading end user organization and resource for all types of restaurant
information
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