Associate Membership Benefits

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Global Cold Chain Expo

IARW associate members have the opportunity to exhibit at the Global Cold Chain Expo, held in conjunction with the Annual Convention. Warehousemen attending the convention are executive management who are able to make buying decisions. Many associate members have sales opportunities with other associate members and members of the International Refrigerated Transportation Association (IRTA), as well.

International Cold Chain Directory

As an IARW associate member, your company will receive a free listing in the annual directory of the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses, the World Food Logistics Organization, the International Refrigerated Transportation Association and the International Association for Cold Storage Construction.  This joint publication is the sourcebook for thousands of customers searching for cold chain solutions.  Click here for the online Directory.

Advertising and Sponsorships

Associate Members have the opportunity to advertise in the International Cold Chain Directory and receive daily exposure for an entire year to a readership tailored to their companies’ products. Additional advertising opportunities are available throughout the year on the IARW website, or in the bimonthly Cold Facts newsletter.  Sponsorship opportunities are also available at many association events. 

IARW Logo

All IARW members may use the association’s logos on their website(s), stationery, advertising or other printed materials.  This logo represents a “seal of quality,” which is widely recognized by cold chain industry professionals.  All members also receive an IARW membership plaque to display onsite.

Networking & Education Opportunities

Annual Convention

Held in conjunction with the Global Cold Chain Expo, this event offers a variety of industry-related programs.  Associate members are encouraged to submit presentations for consideration. The convention also offers ample opportunity to network with potential customers via a host of organized social activities, including a golf tournament.

Assembly of Committees

Annually IARW-WFLO conducts a series of committee meetings in partnership with its allied groups the International Refrigerated Transportation Association and the International Association for Cold Storage Construction.  In total, ten committees meet to discuss current issues in warehouse operations, administration, construction trends, research, transportation and more.

North American Chapters

IARW has six chapters located throughout North America with their own regionally elected officers.  Meetings of these groups offer geographically convenient and economically feasible opportunities for meeting with warehouse members, broadening understanding of the industry.  Associate members are often invited present at these meetings, as well.

Newsletters

Associate members receive the weekly Cold Connection e-mail from IARW to keep them abreast of developments and business opportunities in the industry. The Cold Facts newsletter provides a forum for sharing news about new products and for keeping up-to-date on warehouse member news.

Joint Memberships

IARW associate members can also add membership in the International Association for Cold Storage Construction (IACSC) or the World Food Logistics Organization (WFLO) at discounted rates.  Membership in these groups will increase access to potential customers.

International Outreach

Cold Chain Development

Through a growing number of government-funded projects, WFLO actively contributes to increasing awareness of cold chain issues.  With assessments, training, design and feasibility studies, the organization works to ensure the growth of a strong industry, which means more demand and a greater number of business opportunities for industry suppliers.

Consultancy Opportunities

With a growing number of development projects to implement, WFLO regularly seeks short-term technical assistance from IARW member companies.  Participating members gain invaluable insight into the state of the cold chain in developing countries, as well as the opportunity to make potential business contacts.
 

Annual Dues Schedule for 2008

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Dues for the first year are prorated as follows.

• First Quarter: Full dues must accompany the application.
• Second Quarter: Three-quarters (¾) dues must accompany application.
• Third Quarters: One-half (½) dues must accompany application.
• Fourth Quarter: Oct.-Dec. dues waived; dues for the next year must accompany application.