International Partner Program
Membership in this program is available to international organizations that are a trade association or export council supporting the apparel, footwear and sewn products industries. These organizations are focused on increasing exports to the U.S. apparel and footwear markets.
International Partner Program Benefits:
Partnership Sharing of Knowledge and Industry Insights
- Gain exclusive access to U.S. apparel and footwear industry statistical information
- Share best practices and dynamics affecting your clients and prospective customers
- Sponsor and participate in joint educational seminars and trade shows
- Sponsor and participate in joint trade missions or buying trips to your country
International Trade
- Sponsor and participate in joint trade missions or buying trips to emerging regions
- Actively increase exports to U.S. apparel and footwear markets
- Promote sourcing capabilities of your membership base on the AAFA website and marketing materials
- Promote, protect and expand international trade
Relationship Building
- Participate in AAFA sponsored and AAFA member-only events
- Promote your organization through speaking engagements, sponsorship opportunities, and committee involvement (except the Government Relations or Contracts Committees, and Board of Directors)
- Develop intimate relationships with clients and potential clients at AAFA networking events
International Partner Program Requirements:
- Reciprocal website posting of organizational logos and links
- Reciprocal website posting of upcoming activities, events and news
- Dedicate an English speaking liaison to coordinate programs and initiatives with AAFA and individual AAFA members
- Translate an English version of your organization’s website
- Maintain a minimum of 20 international member companies within AAFA membership- dues will be paid directly to AAFA by the international member company
Should you have any questions please contact Maureen Storch, Vice President, Member Development at 703.797.9047
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