Performance Food Group receives 2026 IFDA Advocacy Award for government engagement leadership

The award was presented during the association’s Washington Insight Conference held in Washington, D.C.

May 25, 2026

Key takeaways

Performance Food Group (PFG) received the 2026 IFDA Advocacy Award at the Washington Insight Conference.
The award recognizes IFDA members for leadership and participation in policy and government affairs programs.
PFG was recognized for conference participation, facility visits with lawmakers, and policy engagement efforts.

Performance Food Group wins IFDA Advocacy Award for government affairs and policy engagement leadership — From left to right: Mala Parker, SVP of government and public affairs at IFDA; Brent King, EVP and general counsel at PFG; Mark Allen, president and CEO at IFDA.

Performance Food Group (PFG) recently received the 2026 Advocacy Award from the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA). PFG was recognized during IFDA’s Washington Insight Conference in Washington, D.C.

The award recognizes IFDA member companies that demonstrate leadership and active participation in policy and government affairs programs.

PFG was recognized for its ongoing participation in IFDA’s Washington Insight Conference, efforts to bring lawmakers to distribution facilities, and engagement in policy and political matters. These efforts are intended to help lawmakers better understand foodservice distribution operations.

“Through PFG’s dedication, the collective voice of the foodservice industry is elevated in Washington,” Mark S. Allen, president and CEO of IFDA, stated. “Their consistent engagement on key policy issues, commitment to educating lawmakers about the role of foodservice distribution, and active participation in IFDA advocacy initiatives make them a strong example of leadership that benefits the whole industry.”