Testimonials

“I couldn’t get nearly as many leads and sources for my articles if it weren’t for the relationships I have developed over the many years as a member of IFEC. Also, I selfishly developed the Story Mart platform about 5 years ago as a way to continue getting leads for articles, and I continue to use it regularly! At least 1 source in most of the articles I have written (and I have written thousands over the past 14 years in foodservice trade publishing) have come from a lead through Story Mart or IFEC relationship.”

Amelia Levin

Freelancer Writer (amelialevin.com) and
Editor of the American Culinary Federation’s
National Culinary Review.

 

Tia Woodward

Vice President/Account Director
Ketchum

“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.”

“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

Senior Editor
Restaurant Business Magazine
Foodservice Director

Jason Stemm

Principal
The Stemm Group

“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 14 years…and counting.”

“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