Chicago IFT | Membership

CSIFT/IFT Unified Membership

As a member of CSIFT/IFT, you become a key part of a vibrant community that is shaping the future of the food science and technology profession. Access resources to expand your knowledge and fuel your career. Capitalize on opportunities to connect with peers, explore leading-edge thinking and research, and participate in special events and seminars that will help you succeed.

The more resources you take advantage, the more valuable you’ll find your membership!

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The IFT/CSIFT Unified Membership

How to Join IFT & CSIFT

Membership to IFT is different based on selected membership type and CSIFT is $25.00 annually.

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Get Involved in Chicago IFT

Chicago Section IFT provides many opportunities to become involved and to make a difference. Become a leader or mentor or serve on a committee! View CSIFT Leadership Opportunities. CSIFT Committee Listing Contact BusinessOffice@ChicagoIFT.org or all 630.916.4960 to find out more.

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Attend events!

Dinner Meetings & Discussions
Technical Breakfast Sessions
New Professionals
Annual Golf Outing
Annual Suppliers' Night Expo
Social Events

and more!

Get Your friends & Colleagues Involved in Chicago IFT

The IFT Section Challenge is a friendly competition among sections designed to engage section leaders and provide relevant tools to increase section membership while at the same time, rewarding the top section participants with a $500 grant to be used toward scholarships, speakers, or section events. > Learn More

Member Benefits

Benefits in Belonging to Chicago IFT

Membership certainly has its benefits, and being a member of Chicago Section IFT provides you with these and other "perks" of being a member. Please contact us for more information.

IFT Membership Benefits
Career Center – post a job or search for a job opening
CSIFT Knowledge Center
Online Up-to-Date Searchable Membership Directory
Monthly Food Bytes Newsletter & Access to Archives
Access to presentation archive from past events
Save $10 on Dinner Meetings & Events
Online Access to Searchable Database for Suppliers' Night Exhibitors

and more!

Ambassador Program

Consider becoming a voice at your company for the Chicago Section IFT. Join the Ambassador program and help promote the Chicago Section IFT organization. As an ambassador you will help: distribute event notices, notify employees of volunteer opportunities, and be an advocate for employee engagement.

We will also look to you to communicate specific needs that will benefit your employees and the Chicago Section IFT. This is a great way to give back to the food industry and be involved in your professional community. If you become an Ambassador you will be eligible for the prestigious VIP Guest Program (details will be provided) and you can take part in exclusive Ambassador Events.