What’s The Buzz?

       To me, IFEC is the soul of the industry. If you want buzz, this is the hive. Before I joined IFEC, I may have been in the foodservice industry, but I wasn't really in the game. Instead of pitching stories into a void, I've really gotten to know the editors through this organization and now I know the people I'm contacting throughout the year. Through this one conference, my clients and I are able to line up a whole year of publicity for our products. IFEC is not only win/win, it's great fun. IFEC people are creative, informed, interested and interesting. And best of all-they're welcoming.
Tia Woodward
Account Supervisor
Ketchum


       IFEC has provided an invaluable means for Libre Management to connect with other industry leaders. IFEC's benefits are immediate and continue to build throughout the year following the annual conference. IFEC has enabled our company's foodservice operations to increase their visibility in the industry, to develop opportunities through creative partnerships and to build a strong network of resources. I look forward to maintaining Libre Management's membership in IFEC and to increasing our involvement in this great organization.
Barry Gutin
CEO
Libre Management
(Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Max & Me Catering, 32? Luxe Lounge)

       IFEC is unlike any other organization in the industry. Not only does it help members do their jobs better through excellent networking opportunities, professional development and informational resources, it offers incredible support. IFEC provides a place for editors and publicists to form warm, mutually respectful professional and personal bonds--a place that could never exist in the consumer media world.
Pat Cobe
Food Editor
Restaurant Business Magazine

       In these times of fast-changing technology and the ever increasing need for quick project turn-arounds, developing and maintaining a solid network of dependable associates is vital. But it becomes even more challenging given the multitude of opportunities we have to chose from as foodservice professionals. IFEC is and always has been, for over 30 years for me, my source for serious and solid contacts in my work as an independent foodservice consultant. Along the way, as an added benefit, many of these people have become close friends. That's what IFEC's all about."
Blake Swihart
Principal
Foodservice Solutions

       IFEC was one of the first professional organizations I ever joined, and the only one I always renew. As a young newcomer to the industry, IFEC opened many doors and sparked lasting friendships that have aided me both professionally and personally. Each year, I look forward to gatherings for the chance to see old friends, and the opportunity to meet new members. It is a special group, that I have enjoyed being a part of for 8 years...and counting.
Jason Stemm
Account Group Supervisor
Lewis & Neale Inc.

      I am proud to be a long-standing member of IFEC. The relationships I've formed, both with editors and other publicists, have led to lasting friendships and outstanding business associations. Working with this premier networking organization has helped me meet the needs of my company with respect to generating awareness for the company and its brands. It is truly a unique organization.
Patricia Burke
Senior Manager, Marketing Communications
Basic American Foods