Professional Affiliates
Be part of something bigger
For over a century, the FDF has championed the UK’s food and drink manufacturing sector by shaping policy, influencing legislation, and amplifying our members’ voices on key industry issues.
By joining our ecosystem, you’ll gain access to exclusive industry insights, events, influential networks, and thought leadership that shapes the future of food and drink. It’s a space to share expertise, spark innovation, and create solutions that move the sector forward. Affiliate Membership helps you amplify your organization’s voice and impact.
As an independent, not for profit organisation, FDF exists to support the sector. By joining our Affiliate network, you’re not only gaining access to valuable connections, but also demonstrating the success of UK food and drink is a priority for your business.
Hear from our members
Why join us?
Joining as an Affiliate member brings you into a member-funded network at the heart of UK food and drink manufacturing. You’ll raise your profile across the sector and have exclusive opportunities to engage with our membership, share your expertise, and influence the conversations shaping the industry. With regular updates, insights, events and the support of a dedicated account manager, we’ll work with you to make the most of your membership.
Industry Insights
- Access to member only industry insights.
- Access to FDF reports and publications
- Access to member only webinars.
- Access to member only areas of the website.
- Unlimited FDF logins.
- Attend our annual Affiliate Insights Day.
Be part of the conversation
- Complimentary tickets to our flagship events including:
- Industry Dinner
- FDF Awards
- FDF Presidents Reception
- FDF policy events
- Network with key industry leaders and stakeholders.
- Access to our team of experts.
Raise your profile
- Showcase your brand on our website.
- New member social media announcement.
- Preferential access to sponsor our events, including workshops, Industry Dinners, Regional Dinners, FDF Awards.
- FDF affiliate logo to show your support of the sector.
Industry Insights
- Access to member only insights.
- Access to FDF reports and publications.
- Access to member only webinars.
- Access to member only areas of the website.
- Unlimited FDF logins.
- Attend our annual Affiliate Insights Day.
Be part of the conversation
- Complimentary tickets to attend our flagship events including:
- Industry Dinner
- FDF Awards
- FDF Presidents Reception
- FDF policy events
- Network with key industry leaders and stakeholders.
- Access to our team of experts.
Raise your profile
- Showcase your brand on our website.
- New member social media announcement.
- Preferential access to sponsor our events, including workshops, Industry Dinners, Regional Dinners, FDF Awards.
- FDF affiliate logo to show your support of the sector.
Get involved
Affiliate membership is a meaningful way to demonstrate your commitment to the future of food and drink manufacturing. With a wide range of opportunities to engage with FDF members, from global brands to ambitious entrepreneurs, you’ll be joining a vibrant community at the heart of our sector. Our membership team (or your dedicated account manager) will work with you to identify the most relevant and valuable ways for your business to connect with our network and make an impact.
Additional opportunities for Affiliates
Members benefit from promotional opportunities across FDF channels, and the chance to feature in newsletters and webinars. Maximise your impact by partnering with FDF on joint research, hosting industry events, or contributing to expert panels and committees. We also offer tailored introductions to help you connect with the right people.
Upcoming events
From roundtables and webinars to Industry dinners and networking events, the FDF hosts a diverse calendar of events throughout the year. These sessions enable you to:
- Explore industry challenges and opportunities
- Hear from leading experts driving innovation
- Build valuable connections across the sector
