About FMI

Food Marketing Institute (FMI) conducts programs in public affairs, food safety, research, education and industry relations on behalf of its 1,500 member companies — food retailers and wholesalers — in the United States and around the world. FMI’s U.S. members operate approximately 26,000 retail food stores and 14,000 pharmacies. Their combined annual sales volume of $680 billion represents three-quarters of all retail food store sales in the United States. FMI’s retail membership is composed of large multi-store chains, regional firms and independent supermarkets. Its international membership includes 200 companies from more than 50 countries. FMI’s associate members include the supplier partners of its retail and wholesale members.

FMI Mission Statement:

Representing food retailers and wholesalers, the Food Marketing Institute develops and promotes policies, programs and forums supporting its members, and their customers, in the areas of:

• Government Relations
• Food Safety and Defense
• Public and Consumer Information
• Research and Education
• Industry Cooperation

By pursuing these activities, the Food Marketing Institute provides leadership and advocacy for the food distribution industry worldwide as the industry innovates to meet the needs of changing consumers.

FMI Backgrounder - Detailed information on the purpose and functioning of the Food Marketing Institute by department.

Employment Opportunities - Listing of current positions available at FMI as well as FMI hiring objectives.

Location - FMI headquarters address.

Contacting FMI:

General Information

Membership

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Press Questions

Convention Registration/Attendance

Convention Registration (International)

Convention Exhibiting

Education Conferences

Questions About The Food Industry