Supplier Member Benefits
Iowa's largest group of grocery and food industry executives
IGIA membership connects you to the pulse of the grocery industry. Our association brings together members including independent and chain retailers with suppliers, manufacturers, and brokers doing business here in Iowa. IGIA is a great place to get involved with Iowa grocers and network with people in the industry. Attend networking events, golf outings, our annual Convention, and our Hall of Fame Dinner. Get access to our weekly industry newsletter, special alerts, the quarterly magazine, and more members-only communications. Plus, sponsor events or advertise with the IGIA to reach a highly targeted audience of key industry leaders.

Annual dues for supplier/vendor companies are just $650/year and cover your company, which means membership benefits and access for your whole team. 

Events
​The IGIA hosts numerous events throughout the year that bring together people from across the grocery and convenience industry.
 
IGEF Scholarship Golf Classic
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | Beaver Creek Golf Club, Grimes, IA
 
LEAD Conference*
Thursday, June 6, 2024 | Hilton Garden Inn, Urbandale, IA
Complimentary registration available for newly-joined members

Cocktails & Conversations Happy Hours*
Thursday, June 20, 2024, 3-5PM | Either/Or, Des Moines, IA
 
IGIA Golf Classic
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | Legacy Golf Club, Norwalk, IA
 
Get Connected Convention*
Wed., Sept. 11 & Thurs., Sept. 12 | Hyatt Regency, Coralville, IA
 
Hall of Fame Dinner
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel, West Des Moines, IA

Visit our Main Events page to learn more. 

*Newly joined members can receive a complimentary registration to an upcoming event! Reach out to Audrey Comer, [email protected], for current offers. 

Industry Communications & Publications
​The IGIA provides valuable communications to our members on topics pertaining to Iowa businesses, state and national legislation, grocery and retail trends, and more. These are resources to you and your company as well as effective and highly viewed opportunities for advertising visibility.

• Quarterly magazine, iowa grocer
• Weekly electronic newsletter, Escanner
• Weekly IGIA Legislative Update during the legislative session
• Special Industry Alerts

Listing in Supplier Member Directory and VendorStation
All members are listed in IGIA’s quarterly magazine, the iowa grocer, as well as online at our VendorStation, a public directory of IGIA's supplier members.

Member Participation in Committees and Councils
Member representatives participate on various committees that help plan IGIA events and fundraising efforts throughout the year. Serving on a committee helps guide the association while giving voice to your ideas and business goals and providing valuable networking opportunities.

Statewide Government Relations Program
IGIA provides legislative lobbying at the state level to protect your business interests.

Scholarship Program
The Iowa Grocers Education Foundation awards scholarships to students who have ties to the grocery industry. We also have a "Piggyback" Scholarship Program which allows member companies to set up their own scholarship awards in their names. 
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Other Resources
The IGIA Board of Directors includes representatives from every corner of Iowa's grocery industry.

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