IMA - News & Events

IMA Hosts Exclusive Brand Seafood Training Summit for Member Partners

Written on February 14, 2024. Posted in Events.

We are thrilled to share the success of our recent Seafood Summit! Our dedicated suppliers and esteemed member partners came together for comprehensive training sessions to elevate their expertise in seafood from our Pierport and Hidden Bay brands. The agenda emphasized interactive learning, highlighted by a shrimp cook-off and squid cleaning demonstration. Excited for the continued sales growth and success of our collective efforts!

ALL IN on Top to Top 2023

Written on November 02, 2023. Posted in Events.

Thank you to all our 2023 Top to Top attendees for coming out to Nashville, TN and going ‘ALL IN’ on a week of in-depth conversations regarding our growth strategies and future plans for both our members and platinum suppliers. Each year, we forge deeper connections with our valued supplier partners and members, and we deeply appreciate the support and active engagement of everyone involved. Here is to another incredible year.

MEMBER NEWS: Shamrock Foods Company Acquires Valley Distributing of Montana

Written on September 25, 2023. Posted in News.

Shamrock Foods Company’s Growth in Western U.S. continues with acquisition of Valley Distributing of Montana

For the full story, view Shamrock's press release.

Kid's Meals Volunteer Event 2023

Written on July 28, 2023. Posted in News.

We were all smiles during our successful volunteer day at Kid's Meals, Inc.! We were honored to give back to our community by helping feed the 12,500+ kids they service. These free, nutritious meals are delivered directly to the doorsteps of children living at or under the poverty line.

Accelerate 2023: Make It Happen!

Written on April 28, 2023. Posted in Events.

Another great year of our Accelerate Conference is in the books! This week was packed with business updates, integral business meetings, various networking opportunities, a supplier recognition ceremony, and the showcasing of our delicious Exclusive Brand items and new, innovative products.

Thank you to all our valued member and supplier partners for coming out to Houston to Make It Happen!

MEMBER NEWS: Harbor Foods Named Family Business of the Year

Written on March 23, 2023. Posted in News.

Family behind Harbor Foods keeps it fresh after 100 years

March 16, 2023, 10:00 p.m., PDT

As Harbor Foods enters its 100th year under the leadership of Justin Erickson (left) and Scott Erickson, the company’s revenue is expected to exceed $1.7 billion in 2023.

In the mid-1970s, Mike Erickson and his brother Steve Erickson made a bold decision that ultimately changed the course of their family-owned business and put it on the trajectory to become a billion-dollar company.

IMA hosts Breakfast Summit to train members on Exclusive Brand products

Written on March 07, 2023. Posted in News.

A big thank you to all our attendees who came to IMA’s Breakfast Summit! 👏🏻 It was an incredible week full of learning and hands-on training with our Exclusive Brand products that go into making a superior breakfast and brunch program.

MEMBER NEWS: Harbor Foodservice Acquires Halfon Candy Co.

Written on March 03, 2023. Posted in News.

HARBOR WHOLESALE ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISTION OF HALFON CANDY COMPANY

LACEY, Wash., February 28, 2023 – Today, Harbor Wholesale, the West Coast's top family-owned, independent distributor, acquired the Seattle, WA Halfon Candy Company owned by 2nd generation owners Alan & Marie Scharhon.