Affiliation
Cocoa Merchants' Association of America
The Cocoa Merchants’ Association of America (CMAA) is an association devoted exclusively to trading cocoa beans and related products in the United States. The association’s member companies represent all stakeholders in the cocoa supply chain from shippers and growers to the branded chocolate manufacturers and everyone in between, including banks, warehousemen, steamship carriers, and so forth on an international level. CMAA adheres to stringent standards of practice for its members.
Fine Chocolate Industry Association
The Fine Chocolate Industry Association (FCIA) is the only organization focused 100% on supporting fine chocolate and artisanal professionals. FCIA promotes the artistry and craftsmanship of the chocolate professional focused on producing superior products made from premium chocolate and natural ingredients. Additionally, FCIA believes in using best practices in sustainable cacao sourcing, cacao processing and chocolate production as well as transparent labeling and marketing practices. MBS Cocoa is currently a corporate level member of FCIA.