About Us

Our Vision

The Global Cold Chain Alliance will be the recognized authority in forging a universally strong cold chain where every product retains quality and safety through each link.

Our Mission

The Global Cold Chain Alliance unites partners to be innovative leaders in the temperature-controlled products industry. Learn about all of GCCA Core Partners »

What is the Cold Chain?

The cold chain refers to the temperature management of perishable products in order to maintain quality and safety from the point of slaughter or harvest through the distribution chain to the final consumer. Learn more about the Cold Chain »

Our Story

GCCA, launched in 2007, serves as the focused voice of the cold chain industry. GCCA is a platform for communication, networking and education for each link of the cold chain. Learn more about our history »

Our Core Values

• Service: We are friendly, responsive, and committed to serving our members to the best of our abilities. We listen to our members and try to anticipate their needs.
• Excellence: We serve as an example to our members and the industry at large by providing dynamic leadership and always strive to exceed expectations.
• Collaboration: We work as a team, promoting communication and cooperation. We encourage team members in their efforts to do a good job, helping whenever possible.
• Innovation: We improve the association, our work, and ourselves through thoughtful and creative thinking. We are open to new ideas and eager to explore new opportunities.
• Integrity: We do the right thing, even if it's the hard thing to do. We are guided in our decision-making by our principles. We treat everyone with respect, putting people first.

Our Membership

Membership in GCCA connects you to other thought-leaders in the cold chain industry and includes numerous educational and networking opportunities. Learn more about membership >>

Our Industry

Our members operate refrigerated warehouse facilities, factories, ports, and transportation hubs around the world, bringing new jobs and prosperity to local communities. GCCA members are comprised of 345 public refrigerated warehouse (PRW) companies, 1012 facilities, 80 construction companies, 112 transportation companies and 387 suppliers to the industry.

To better understand the scope of our industry, please see:

• Global Cold Storage Capacity Report summary
• Comparison of U.S. Public and Private Refrigerated Warehouse Growth
• IARW Global Top 25 List
• IARW North American Top 25 List

Career Opportunities

Web and Database Administrator

The Global Cold Chain Alliance is looking for Web and Database Administrator to join a very active marketing and communications team that supports an exciting global organization. The Web and Database Administrator is responsible for the implementation, coordination, and support of all web development and management and database management. Very generous benefits package, including 401K and health care. Salary commensurate with experience. Offices two block walk from King Street Metro. Some travel possible. Please submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Tori Miller Liu ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) for consideration. Download complete job description