Strong Governance. Trusted Leadership.
A 501(c)(6) Non-Profit Trade Association
The Certified Trading Card Association is governed by industry leaders committed to strengthening integrity, transparency, and long-term growth across the trading card industry.
The Certified Trading Card Association is governed by experienced industry leaders who are committed to advancing integrity, accountability, and collaboration across the hobby. Through our Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and clear organizational policies, CTCA ensures that decisions are made transparently and always with the long-term health of the trading card industry in mind. Our governance model is built to represent the diverse voices of the hobby—including dealers, breakers, marketplaces, grading companies, and industry professionals—while establishing standards and initiatives that strengthen trust throughout the entire ecosystem.
How CTCA Is Governed
CTCA operates under a structured leadership model designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and representation across the trading card industry.
Board of Directors
Responsible for strategic direction, governance oversight, and long-term vision for the organization.
Advisory Board
Respected leaders from across the hobby who provide industry expertise and guidance on key initiatives.
Executive Leadership
Responsible for day-to-day operations and execution of CTCA programs and initiatives.
Our Governance Principles
- Transparency – Open communication with members and the industry
- Industry Representation – Leadership reflecting the diverse segments of the hobby
- Integrity – Upholding ethical standards across the trading card ecosystem
- Accountability – Responsible stewardship of the organization and its initiatives
- Collaboration – Working together to strengthen the entire hobby
A Voice for the Entire Hobby
CTCA was founded to give the trading card industry a unified voice. Our governance structure ensures that members across all sectors of the hobby—dealers, breakers, auction houses, marketplaces, grading companies, and industry professionals—have a seat at the table as the organization develops standards, initiatives, and programs that shape the future of the industry.
CTCA leadership serves the interests of the entire hobby, ensuring that no single company or sector dominates the direction of the association.
An Independent Industry Organization
The Certified Trading Card Association operates as an independent trade association dedicated to serving the best interests of the entire trading card industry. CTCA is not controlled by any single company, platform, or stakeholder group. Instead, the organization is guided by industry leaders who are committed to strengthening trust, collaboration, and long-term growth across the hobby.