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<< back to the 2004 archive listing << Food Protection Trends COMMENTARY from the executive director “We always want to recognize companies for providing support” Has your company done all that it can to help support IAFP and gained recognition for doing so? If not, let us help you find a way to begin now! Many companies do so much for IAFP throughout the year that I am sure to not be able to cover all ways that we receive support, but I am going to attempt to give you some ideas that may prompt you to take action. One of the easiest ways to provide meaningful support is through a contribution to the IAFP Foundation. Any dollar amount of giving is appreciated and will go a long way in assisting the Foundation to carry out their purpose. The Foundation Fund is growing and we would like to be able to add your company name to the contributor list! Another easy and economical way to support both IAFP and the Foundation is by becoming a Sustaining Member. Sustaining Membership provides one individual with Membership benefits (two for Silver and three for Gold) while giving the company monthly recognition in both Food Protection Trends and the Journal of Food Protection (see page 584 in this issue). In addition, Sustaining Member company names and Web site links are included on the IAFP Web site. There are many benefits to the Sustaining Member pro-gram, so contact me to discuss this further. Annual Meeting sponsorship is one area that has mushroomed over the past few years. We are indeed fortunate to have exhibiting companies and others who are willing to help make the IAFP Annual Meeting the BEST food science and food safety meeting – period! A multitude of events are provided for various levels of support giving a wide array of recognition opportunities for your investment. A thank you to our IAFP 2004 special contributors and sponsors is included on the next page. In addition, we extend our sincere gratitude to all sponsors and contributors for making IAFP 2004 a grand success! From time to time, there are special projects that arise where we need support to make these projects happen. The International Food Safety Icons are one recent example. The project could not have been a success without the unending support from Walt Disney World. Two additional companies assisted financially and many individuals gave freely of their time, but it was Disney that led the way! We always want to recognize companies for providing support whether it is for contributions to the Foundation, Sustaining Membership, Annual Meeting support or for special projects. There are a variety of methods available to give the appropriate recognition and we always search for just the right way to do this. If you are interested in providing support to IAFP, feel free to contact me at the IAFP office. We will be happy to assist you and your company in finding a niche to provide you with a unique experience. |