International Foodservice Distributors Association

10/15/2026

What do the happiest people have in common? Purpose, love and anticipation.

In this episode of Crave – The IFDA Podcast, we explore how meaningful connections start when we move beyond the usual small talk.

At conferences and networking events, it’s easy to default to logistics: Where are you from? What’s your title? How was your flight?

But what if we asked better questions? By understanding what gives someone purpose and energy, we can build more meaningful connections and learn what truly motivates them.

The takeaway? Skip the autopilot conversations and start connecting with purpose.

🎧 Catch the full episode on Friday!

10/15/2026

The IFDA National Championship Warehouse Competition is going LIVE this year! 🏆

Next Friday, Oct. 23, watch some of foodservice distribution’s best warehouse professionals put their skills to the test. Tune in from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET and cheer on this year’s competitors!

Help us spread the word! Share the livestream link with colleagues, friends and family so everyone can cheer on the competitors from wherever they are: https://ifdaonline.org/events/the-ifda-national-championship/livestream/ -content

10/13/2026

The IFDA National Championship is going LIVE! Can't join us in person? We're bringing the excitement to you!

Tune in to watch some of foodservice distribution's best professionals compete in the Warehouse Competition, then join us for the Awards Banquet as we celebrate this year's top competitors.

Help us spread the word! Share the livestream links with your colleagues, friends and family so everyone can cheer on the competitors from wherever they are: https://ifdaonline.org/events/the-ifda-national-championship/livestream/ -content

10/09/2026

Speedy Labs, backed by Google and Y Combinator, is an AI-powered rebate and revenue management platform built for foodservice distributors. By automating reconciliation and replacing manual, spreadsheet-based processes, Speedy Labs gives teams accurate visibility into accruals across every supplier program and deal. The result is a clearer view of true net cost, helping distributors protect margins, capture more earned income, and make better pricing and purchasing decisions.

10/07/2026

Meet the past champions from the 2025 IFDA National Championship. This year we have 340 competitors, putting their skills to the test across driving and warehouse events.

From truck driving to pallet jack and reach truck challenges, the best of the best compete for top honors and the title of National Champion.

10/06/2026

10/01/2026

IFDA congratulates Keith Sonderling as U.S. Secretary of Labor. Read our full statement here: https://bit.ly/4eakhyH

09/25/2026

Congratulations to Greg Cassens of Dot Foods, Sara Aranda of Gordon Food Service and Charles Leftwich of Sysco Corporation on receiving the Above and Beyond Award at IFDA’s 2026 Solutions Conference!

This recognition celebrates their exceptional commitment to supporting IFDA’s food safety priorities and regulatory compliance initiatives on behalf of the foodservice distribution industry. Thank you, Greg, Sara and Charles, for your time, expertise, leadership and contributions toward advancing the industry’s shared goals.

09/22/2026

In this month’s IFDA Monthly Economic Update: Growth continues to be a blessing and a curse. The fact that consumer spending is holding up in the face of ongoing inflation is impressive but also worrisome, as record-high diesel prices are causing widespread price pressures. Read the report that is a member benefit for IFDA members: https://ifdaonline.org/research/ifda-monthly-economic-update/

09/18/2026

This National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the remarkable drivers who keep our industry and our nation’s food supply moving.

Earlier this week, we had the honor of recognizing the newest members of the IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame at the Solutions Conference. These drivers exemplify the safety, dedication, and professionalism that make a difference every day. Join us in recognizing these outstanding drivers. 🚚