PCA Adds Consumer Memberships But No Trade Show Access
The PCA has launched two new membership tiers: Consumer Alliance ($99) and Business Alliance ($250). Both will make you a “PCA member,” but neither will let you attend the annual PCA Convention & Trade Show.
Weekly News (July 22, 2024)
A look back at the news, reviews and more of the past week.
PCA Promotes Joshua Habursky to Executive Director
Habursky, who joined the Premium Cigar Association in 2019, had been serving as the interim executive director since Scott Pearce departed for the Cigar Association of America in April. The organization says it plans to make new hires for its trade show team, the PCA’s main source of revenue.
PCA Announces Events During DNC, RNC
The events will take place July 16 in Milwaukee and Aug. 20 in Chicago, coinciding with the Republican National Convention (RNC) and Democratic National Convention (DNC).
Scott Pearce Leaving PCA to Become CAA President
Pearce has been the executive director of the PCA since 2018.
Weekly News (April 15, 2024)
The headlines, reviews and more from the past week.
PCA 2026: April 17-20 in New Orleans
That means two years in New Orleans before a potential return to Las Vegas in 2027.
PCA Launches Grant Program for State Associations (Update)
The Premium Cigar Association says that this is a part of the organization’s added focus on state legislative issues.
Christian Eiroa Replacing Mike Conder on PCA’s Executive Committee
Eiroa was elected to the position last month. His term will begin in March 2024.
CAA, PCA Ask OMB to Stop FDA’s Proposed Flavored Cigar Ban
Earlier this week, the two groups met with government officials regarding the upcoming flavored cigar ban.
Premium Cigar Association Drops Media Member Dues
Media outlets has been required to spend several hundred dollars to access the industry’s annual trade show.
