Benefits That Grow Your Business & Protect Our Industry
Join the Premium Cigar Association today and access unparalleled resources, networking opportunities, and industry education designed to elevate your business in the specialty tobacco market. PCA invests our proceeds into advocacy while delivering education, publications, and buying power.
Comprehensive Industry Support
Exclusive Networking Opportunities
Access to Market Insights & Publications
Representation in Year-Round Advocacy Efforts
The Partners Who Make Your Benefits Possible
Benefits
Affinity Partner Programs
Members also get access to exclusive savings and discounts through several service providers, all geared specifically toward the needs of your premium tobacco business.
Financial & Business Services
Payment Processing with Premium Tobacco (PTP)
Merchant services tailored for high-risk tobacco sellers.
The PCA has partnered with the Premium Tobacco Payment Processing (PTP) through NUVO Company to create a credit card processing program specifically tailored to fit the needs of tobacconists!
Key Features:
- E-Commerce or Card Not Present Accounts Approved!
- No Processor Rate Increases
- Month to Month Contracts Only
Clover
Point-of-sale (POS) hardware and integrated payment processing
Clover by Fiserv is a powerful point-of-sale (POS) solution designed to help cigar retailers and lounges like yours thrive.
- 💨 Speed up transactions with fast, secure payment processing
- 📊 Track inventory and sales with real-time analytics
- 📱 Serve customers anywhere with mobile POS options
- 🛠️ Simplify operations with intuitive tools and 24/7 support
PCA members receive exclusive pricing and support packages—so you can get started with confidence and ease.
JeisonGermanGroup
Business banking and lending solutions.
JeisonGermanGroup provides PCA members with access to a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to support premium cigar retailers and businesses.
Services Available to PCA Members:
- Business Banking
- Checking and savings accounts
- High-yield CDs
- Treasury services
- Lending Solutions
- Working capital, equipment, and commercial real estate loans
- Loan amounts from $5,000 to $15 million
- POS & Payment Processing
- Integrated in-store, mobile, and online payment systems
- Business Services
- Insurance coverage tailored to business needs
- Payroll and HR tools
- IT support and infrastructure solutions
Contact
📞 (786) 522-0401
📧 J.german@jeisongermangroup.com
🌐 jeisongerman.com
Customer Engagement & Operations
1‑800 Members
Discounted business services via the Premium Cigar Association (powered by 1‑800 Members):
- UPS: up to 65% off domestic next-day and deferred shipping
- UPS Ground: 42% off commercial/residential rates
- Office Depot/ODP: up to 75% off standard supply items
- Lenovo: up to 50% off retail prices
- Avis & Budget: up to 35% off car rentals
Gnymble
Digital platform for marketing and operations.
Gnymble SMS Texting helps you communicate back and forth with your customers in real time. With Gnymble, you can boost your communications strategy and at a special reduced rate exclusive to PCA members.
CareerPlug
Applicant tracking and recruitment platform for hiring staff.
CareerPlug is an applicant tracking system that assists users with finding new hires. From start to finish, CareerPlug navigates the hiring process, from developing a job description and posting on a number of job boards to pre-screening and onboarding. Communication with potential hires is customized for the user’s specific needs. CareerPlug offers exclusive pricing for PCA members, including a free two-week trial.
Entertainment & In-Store Experience
DirecTV
If you own a cigar lounge or bar where guests sit and enjoy your premium tobacco products, you can get 20%+ off DirecTV programming for your business establishment! The PCA has partnered with Pacific Concepts Group on a member discount program that can save, on average, up to $800 per year for current commercial DirecTV customers with eligible accounts, or more for new DirecTV account customers switching from cable providers.
Contact the National Accounts Team
nationalaccounts@pacificconcepts.net
562-988-8181
Eventbrite
Eventbrite is a leading event management and ticketing platform used by millions of creators to power in-person and online experiences. Organizers can publish events in minutes, drive discovery with built-in marketing, sell tickets, manage registrations and guests, and check in attendees, plus track performance with real-time reporting. Through this partnership, PCA members will receive a special 10% discount on the Eventbrite Premium service.
Connect with Nate Abraham, PCA’s dedicated Eventbrite partnership teammate
- Schedule a meeting: https://meetings.groove.clari.com/natea
- Email: natea@eventbrite.com
PCA Group 401(k) Plan
PCA members now have access to a new benefit: the PCA Group 401(k) plan! Open to all current members, it’s a great way for tobacco business owners and employees to save for retirement in a tax-efficient way.
For help getting started, contact our advisor, Patrick Martin, at 202-270-8564 or patrick.m.martin@ubs.com.
Benefits of the PCA Group 401(k) plan
- Tax Credits: Up to $5,000 a year for the first three years
- Access to low-cost Vanguard index funds
- Allows you to maintain ownership of your plan
Benefits For All Members
Advocacy & Compliance
Active defense at local, state, and federal levels plus information and guidance to help you operate confidently.
Education & Certification
Connect with industry leaders and peers at exclusive events, fostering relationships that can drive your business forward.
Publications & Insights
PCA The Magazine and the annual Retail Tobacconist Almanac keep you informed and competitive.
Explore More Benefits
Additional benefits are available based on membership type. Explore below for more detailed information about member benefits.
PCA Members-Only: Annual Convention & Trade Show
Where Manufacturers and Retailers do Business
New products, exclusive releases, show‑only deals and networking opportunities that support advocacy year-round.