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As a Caterer, can you afford not to belong to the ICA?

Culinary CraftsThe ICA is the premier association dedicated to educating and raising the level of awareness about the catering industry.  Membership in the ICA will enhance your professionalism and garner respect from your clients.  Join the ICA today and begin to reap the benefits that the ICA offers your company:

Education: The ICA provides a multitude of educational opportunities throughout the year. Whether you attend CaterArts or one of the many Cater-ED Regional Education Day seminars held throughout the country each year, you and your team are sure to be inspired and motivated by industry renowned speakers, all of whom are ICA members, at discounted member rates.

Publications: Publications:  Membership in the ICA entitles your member firm to a variety of publications and e-blasts that continue to educate and inspire.  The CommuniCater produced by the ICA is published six times a year and is full of

inspiration for new menu items, food presentations, and the latest trends in catering and décor with fabulous photos included. News and Ideas Email Blast features a quintet of great ideas shared by a director from the ICA Board or Culinary Council.

ICA website listings: Showcase your company in our catering company directory.

Networking: Membership in the ICA allows you access to a universal catering “family” with whom you can freely discuss common issues—such as marketing, employee or operational issues, culinary questions and ideas, or just brainstorm concepts or get feedback on questions.   This noncompetitive networking is invaluable in sharing and learning from fellow caterers who understand your concerns.

ICA Logo: as a member in good standing, you have the privilege to display the ICA logo on your stationery, vehicles, and collateral materials.

CATIE Awards:  Catered Arts Through Innovative Excellence:  Awards geared totally towards on-premise and off premise caterers, giving international recognition for outstanding work.  Members of the ICA get a discount rate to enter.

ICA Culinary Council Membership:  Your chef may enjoy membership in the Culinary Council – a group of members united to support, promote, and educate the culinary aspect of the catering industry.  Preferred Rate to attend CaterArts annual culinary symposium.  ICA Embroidered Shoulder Patch for Member Chef’s kitchen staff.

ICA Forum:  Need ideas, advice or opinions from fellow caterers?  Click on our new web forum and join the conversation!

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