Empowering Member Success
Advancing the Industry. Protecting Our Legacy.
At the Cigar Association of America (CAA), our top priority is supporting the success of our members. We provide the advocacy, resources, and guidance that enable member companies to grow and thrive in a constantly changing environment.
Through strategic engagement, regulatory insight, and member-focused services, we empower our members to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and strengthen their businesses. Whether addressing legislation or creating opportunities for collaboration, CAA ensures that every member has the tools to succeed.
Together, we are not just advancing an industry — we are fostering a community where every member can flourish.
Serving Every Sector
Every Sector. From Seed to Sales.
As the leading national trade association for cigars, CAA represents manufacturers, importers, distributors, online sales companies, suppliers, and supporting members. We bring every part of the cigar community together under one mission: advancing the industry and protecting our legacy.
Our Vision
A strong and vibrant cigar industry, advancing and protecting its future as the nation’s leading voice.
Our Mission
- Advance member and industry growth
- Protect the industry through our national advocacy network
- Raise awareness of the industry’s positive impact
Core Values
Our guiding principles define who we are and how we serve.
Set high standards
We act with integrity and accountability in everything we do.
Win win win
We serve the best interests of our members, our team, and our association.
Make a difference
We ask ourselves every day: how can we create a positive impact for our members and the industry?
Be passionate
Dedication and determination drive every effort we make.
Work together
Collaboration leads to our strongest results.
Cultivate relationships
Our success depends on building trusted connections with members, partners, and policymakers at every level.
We Are Better Together
For more than a century, CAA has been the voice of the cigar industry — uniting every sector under one purpose. Join us as we continue shaping a brighter future for cigars in America.