Awards & Recognition
NFRA offers several awards programs that recognize excellence and innovation across the frozen and refrigerated foods industry.
These programs and contests include the Golden Penguin Awards, which honor outstanding marketing and merchandising efforts, and the Frozen Hall of Fame and Refrigerated Food Hall of Fame, celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry, NFRA’s Penguin Pitch: Emerging Brands contest, highlighting the newest category innovations, and the First Penguin Next Generation Leadership Program. These prestigious programs highlight member achievements, inspire best practices, and elevate the visibility of impactful initiatives.
Golden Penguin Awards
This national awards program recognizes the best marketing and merchandising efforts in support of March Frozen Food Month, June Dairy Month and Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties.
Next Generation Leadership Program
NFRA’s First Penguin Leadership Program will select 10-15 “students” and helps to position them for future success within their organization, as well as future leadership with NFRA.
Penguin Pitch Awards
Pitch your cool new product for a chance to become a finalist in NFRA’s new and exciting competition recognizing product innovation from emerging brands in the frozen and refrigerated foods industry.
Hall of Fame
The Frozen Food Hall of Fame and Refrigerated Food Hall of Fame honor individuals whose experience and efforts have contributed significantly to industry.
