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Benefits to You as a Member of EPIA
The greatest benefit of European Packaged Ice Association (EPIA) membership is the exchange of information, ideas, and best practices in the ice industry. By joining EPIA, you will discover a wealth of knowledge and experience in our community of European ice producers, distributors, suppliers, and partner organizations. Together, we are conforming to the highest industry standards for producing ice that is safe for human consumption in order to minimize health risks to consumers throughout the EU. Join us at our annual convention, which features educational and team-building activities designed to enhance your business acumen and social well being.
As an EPIA member, you will also:
- Enjoy networking and developing closer ties with other ice producers, distributors, equipment suppliers, and industry leaders;
- Learn How to apply industry “Best Practices” to the production and distribution of packaged ice in our marketplace;
- Acquire effective business development and sales techniques to expand packaged ice sales;
- Gain the distinction of being associated with the trans-Europe EPIA label as the superior quality branding of packaged ice;
- Benefit from EPIA relationships with other international associations and corporations that assist our members expand their customer base;
- Be among a select group of ice producers and distributors that conform to the rigorous HACCP compliant packaged ice quality standards of the EPIA;
- Take advantage of cost-effective group purchases of new equipment from our member suppliers and buy or sell used equipment through an online, members-only bulletin board;
- Access a ready list of packaged ice resources to help meet your surge capacity needs during peak sales periods;
- Receive our quarterly newsletters and updates from our Chairman;
- Participate in committee initiatives to continually improve the EPIA benefits to our members.
Members of the Executive Board of EPIA