The mission of the Pet Industry Distributors Association is to enhance the well-being of the wholesaler-distributor, to promote partnerships with their suppliers and customers, and to work cooperatively in fostering the human/ animal bond. The Pet Industry Distributors Association was organized in 1968 for the purpose of promoting progress within the pet industry and to conduct programs and activities on behalf of the wholesaler-distributor. PIDA is a cosponsor of the annual Global Pet Expo each spring. Membership in PIDA includes pet product distributors, live pet wholesalers, pet product manufacturers, and suppliers.