Put your business in front of 57,000+ foodservice operators.
Associate Membership is R&CA's direct channel for suppliers, distributors, and service providers to reach the operators, chefs, and procurement decision-makers who make up Australia's hospitality sector.
A direct line to the operators you're trying to reach
Associate Membership gives your business a genuine, year-round presence with R&CA's operator network — not a one-off sponsorship, but an ongoing channel.
Weekly operator reach
Feature in R&CA's weekly EDM, sent directly to hospitality operators across the country.
Awards for Excellence access
Attend R&CA's flagship industry event and build relationships with the operators shaping the sector.
Suppliers Directory listing
Get discovered by operators actively looking for trusted suppliers in your category.
Social media presence
Regular features across R&CA's social channels, tailored to your membership tier.
Annual Benchmarking Report
A complimentary copy of R&CA's industry benchmarking report — the data shaping operator decisions.
Peak body credibility
Align your brand with Australia's national voice for hospitality — a signal operators recognise and trust.
Choose the level of access that fits your business
Choose the tier that matches how much visibility your business needs with R&CA's operator network.
Associate
For suppliers starting to build their operator presence
- Use of R&CA Associate Member logo
- 1 social media post every 6 months
- 1 state EDM feature per year
- Invitation to member events & Awards for Excellence
- Complimentary Suppliers Directory listing
- Copy of the annual Benchmarking Report
- Reduced rates on additional EDM advertising
Premium Associate
For suppliers ready for regular, national-level visibility
- Use of R&CA Premium Associate member logo
- 3 state EDM features, 1 segment inclusion, 1 banner per year
- 2 social media campaigns per period
- 2 complimentary tickets to member events
- 1 complimentary ticket to state Awards for Excellence night
- Invitation to present at a member event
- Priority placement in Suppliers Directory
National Associate
For suppliers seeking national reach and a dedicated contact
- Use of R&CA National Associate logo, all states
- 4 national EDM features + banner + 2 segment inclusions
- 4 social media campaigns (1 per quarter)
- 2 complimentary tickets to each state Awards night
- Speaking opportunity at a national R&CA event
- Featured profile in the Benchmarking Report
- Dedicated R&CA relationship manager
Not sure which tier fits your business? Call us on 1300 722 878 — we're happy to help you choose.
Start your Associate Membership application
Tell us a little about your business and select your preferred tier — our team will follow up within 2 business days.
Ready to put your business in front of R&CA's operator network?
Whether you're ready to apply or just want to talk through which tier fits your business, our Partnerships team is here to help.
Or email us at vbarnes@rca.asn.au — we'll get back to you within 2 business days.
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