Join CAA
Join CAA
Join the Premier National Trade Association for the Cigar Industry
Consider joining the Cigar Association of America and experience the many benefits of membership. As a member, you will be a part of a community of companies and organizations that are working together to make a difference in the cigar industry. Together we strive to achieve CAA’s mission.
What would membership with CAA do for your business?
- Enhance your reputation by being associated with the national leading trade association in the industry.
- Membership is a catalyst to help grow your leadership team and business.
- Expand your network with other like-minded industry professionals by participating in events and taking advantage of opportunities to collaborate with others.
- Connect with vendors and companies that will help your business grow.
As a Member, Gain Access to Industry Information
- Keep your finger on leading industry trends.
- Use benchmarking tools to see how your business compares to cigar industry competitors.
- Gain access to information about current and potential issues in every state and at the federal level in Washington, D.C. that impact your business.
Member Categories
Our association represents member companies from a broad range of sectors in the cigar industry. There are seven different membership categories. Annual membership dues vary for each category.
Manufacturers
A company that manufactures cigars that are intended to be sold in the United States may apply to become a Manufacturer Member.
Distributors
A company that distributes cigars in the United States may apply to become a Distributor Member.
Importers
A company that imports cigars into the United States may apply to become an Importer Member.
Online Sales Company
A company that sells cigars to residents of the United States other than in a face-to-face transaction may apply to become an Online Sales Member.
Tobacco Supplier
A company that supplies tobacco to a cigar manufacturer whose cigars are sold in the United States may apply to become a Tobacco Supplier Member.
Other Supplier
A company that sells goods other than tobacco and/or services to any person or firm that qualifies as a Manufacturer, Distributor, Importer, Tobacco Supplier or Mail Order Member may apply to become an Other Supplier.
Supporting Member
A company that supports the cigar industry is eligible to apply to become a Supporting Member.
The CAA Membership Process:
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Submit Your Membership Application
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Resonate With Our Vision, Mission and Membership Values
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Our Membership Committee Reviews Your Application
Explore an Opportunity to Grow Your Business with CAA
Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about membership or if we can be of assistance with our membership application process.
