Member Benefits

THE ICFA ADVANTAGE

The ICFA provides a business advantage by offering exclusive programs and benefits to members. The opportunities are designed to support all business facets from operations, marketing, financing, sales associate training, industry insights, and development. As ICFA members succeed at building their businesses, so does the casual furnishings industry. Together the future is bright.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Business Resources

  • Industry Advocacy – Policy and regulatory support on the state and national level.
  • Consumer Financing & Credit Card Processing – Superior rates from leading banks and lenders.
  • Digital Marketing – Participation in and exceptional rates from experts that specialize in home furnishings.
  • Group Health Care & Insurance – Lower-cost plan options to suit your needs.
  • Travel Discounts* – Save at select hotels and car rental companies.
  • Office Supplies & Printing* – Save on essential business needs.
  • HR Tools & Support^ – Navigate people management with expert assistance on call.
  • Casual Market Atlanta – Various incentives for each member group:  retailers, designers, sales representatives, manufacturers, and Solution Partners.

Education Resources

  • Annual Educational Conference – Moves to a different city each year and includes tours of local casual furnishings stores.
  • Business & Professional Development – Wide range of offerings at all levels to support growth.
  • Sales Training – Customized program for selling casual furniture and accessories.
  • ICFA Women’s Leadership Network – Professional development for women who want to advance.
  • Webinar Wednesdays – Monthly education and networking on business topics.
  • Legislative/Regulatory Reports – Access to the latest news from D.C. and state governments.
  • Trend Reports – Stay connected with trends in home furnishings from around the world.
  • Consumer Insights – White papers and panels to understand consumer wants and needs.

Connections

  • Networking – Unparalleled connections to people from all member categories and industry experts.
  • Roundtables – Share ideas on current business challenges with peers and experts.
  • Think Tanks – Creative solutions from allies in the industry.
  • Solutions Partners – Access to partners for casual furnishings business needs.
  • Influence – Be part of the future of casual furnishings with a seat at the table.
  • ICFA Member Lounge – Access to conference rooms and a meeting place at Casual Market Atlanta.

Celebrations

  • Awards & Recognition – Full variety of awards to celebrate the accomplishments of member businesses.
  • PR – Be part of industry news and media opportunities.

 

Join today to learn more about the ICFA advantage and get the most from membership.

*Select member groups
^Coming Fall 2024