Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association

What Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association does

Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association (MGFPA) is a non-profit business trade association headquartered in Augusta, Maine, that represents the interests of the state's grocery and food producer industry. Operating under a 501(c)(6) structure, MGFPA serves nearly 200 member companies spanning independent and chain grocery retailers, supermarkets, convenience stores, food and beverage manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and supplier/service providers. The association is governed by a Board of Directors representing major members including Hannaford, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Associated Grocers of New England, HP Hood, and Bozzuto's, and is led day-to-day by Executive Director Christine Cummings and a small professional staff of approximately 5–10.

MGFPA's core offering is a membership services program delivering government relations advocacy, networking, and education. Government relations work is conducted year-round in Augusta and Washington on legislative and regulatory matters, supported by a Weekly Legislative Watch E-Newsletter during sessions and a year-end Legislative Recap. Networking and education are delivered through the Annual Conference, Annual Business Summit, Food for Thought Forum, Meet & Greets, and the Market Ready technical education program spanning food safety, manufacturing operations, distribution, sales and marketing, and financial management.

The revenue model is predominantly subscription-based annual membership dues from Regular Members (grocers and food producers) and Associate Members (wholesalers, distributors, suppliers, service providers), supplemented by Platinum-level underwriting from enterprise members and event sponsorship. MGFPA extends member value through a portfolio of cost-saving benefits: DCap Claims (Visa/Mastercard B2B settlement recovery at 25% contingency), Transamerica Multiple-Employer 401(k), Constellation Energy program, Delta Dental/Vision plans through Macomber, Farr & Whitten, and a Workers' Compensation Trust Fund via Maine Merchants Association. The association also operates an annual scholarship program (three $1,000 awards) and runs the Maine Business Relief Fund with the Retail Association of Maine for disaster-affected businesses.

Name

Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association

Legal name

Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association

Website

https://mgfpa.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MGFPA is a Maine-based non-profit trade association representing nearly 200 grocery retailers, food and beverage producers, wholesalers, and suppliers, delivering advocacy, networking, education, and member benefit services statewide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Augusta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: The association is funded through membership dues from Regular Members (grocers, food producers) and Associate Members (wholesalers, distributors, suppliers, service providers). Membership investment ensures a stronger voice in Augusta and Washington.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MGFPA is a non-profit trade association that represents Maine's grocery and food producer industry through membership-based services including government relations advocacy, year-round legislative and regulatory monitoring, networking events such as the Annual Business Summit and Food for Thought Forum, educational programs including Market Ready technical sessions, and member-only benefit programs such as class action settlement claims assistance, a multiple-employer 401(k) plan, energy programs, insurance referrals, and scholarships.

Product overview

Maine Grocers & Food Producers Association is a non-profit trade association (not a technology product company) serving Maine's grocery and food producer industry. The organization provides membership-based services including government relations advocacy, networking events, educational programs, and member benefits such as class action settlement claims assistance, 401(k) plans, energy programs, insurance, and scholarships. The association organizes events including the Annual Business Summit, Food for Thought Forum, and annual Impact Awards. As a trade association, there are no software products, platforms, or technical integrations to report.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Membership Services Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 200 member companies represented
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DCap ClaimscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 March 2024MGFPA partnered with DCap Claims as a 3rd party filer of B2B settlement claims to help members recover swipe fees from the $5.54 billion Visa/Mastercard class action settlements. DCap offers members a reduced 25% contingency fee (from market rate 30%).
• TransamericacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMGFPA teamed up with Transamerica to offer a Multiple-Employer 401(k) Plan designed specifically for small to mid-range member companies. Administered through Atlas Financial Group in Concord, NH.
• Constellation EnergycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerIn partnership with the Manufacturers Association of Maine, MGFPA members may contract with Constellation Energy for electricity and energy efficiency programs. Provides budget certainty and financial protection.
• Maine Merchants AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership between MGFPA and Maine Merchants Association allows MGFPA members to participate in the MMA Workers' Compensation Trust Fund based on eligibility.
• New Hampshire Grocers AssociationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCooperative coupon redemption program through New Hampshire Grocers Association. MGFPA serves as liaison linking members to NHGA's Grocers Coupon Service.
• Retail Association of MainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner on industry events including Front Counter Forum, Annual Conference, and SUMMIT events. Joint initiatives including Maine Business Relief Fund after December 2024 storm.
• New Hampshire Retail AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner on Front Counter Forum and other industry events. Joint hosting of collaborative industry events with MGFPA and Retail Association of Maine.
• Maine Business Education Partnership (MBEP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMBEP was selected as one of six organizations to receive Maine Department of Labor's Industry Partnership Workforce Development grant. MBEP leads Retail Career Pathways Partnership with MGFPA as foundational partner.
• National Retail FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMGFPA is a foundational partner in Retail Career Pathways Partnership offering National Retail Federation's RISE Up credential programs to Maine retail employees at no charge, with stipends available.
• Macomber, Farr & WhittenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner referral for Delta Dental and DeltaVision benefits for MGFPA member employees and families.
• Ratio InstituteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSustainable Food Retail Certification program helps food retailers achieve operational excellence and meet sustainability goals. MGFPA promotes this certification to members.
• University of Maine Cooperative ExtensioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResource partner providing Small Business Education for food entrepreneurs. Offers Recipe to Market program for aspiring or existing food manufacturers. Also provides food testing services.
• Maine SBDCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaine Small Business Development Center provides no-cost confidential business advising and training to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the food sector.
• National Grocers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNGA is an industry partner ensuring independent retailers and wholesalers opportunity to succeed. MGFPA connects members to NGA resources, scholarships, and national programs.
• Food Marketing InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFMI advocates for food retail industry employing nearly 5 million workers. MGFPA provides members access to FMI resources and policy advocacy.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/MEGrocersFood
• Facebookfacebook.com/MEGrocersFood
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/megrocersfood
• Instagraminstagram.com/megrocersfood

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

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