INDUSTRY MEMBERSHIP PROPOSAL
MEMBERSHIP
TIERS & DUES
A transparent, revenue-based membership structure designed to align investment with industry standing — ensuring every business can participate and contribute to a safer, more trusted hobby.
Small Business
For independent shops, local card stores, and emerging businesses building their place in the hobby.
Growth Business
For expanding retailers, breakers, and service providers scaling their operations and reach.
Mid-Market Business
For established companies with significant market presence seeking deeper engagement and influence.
- Strategic partner collaboration opportunities
- Advisory board eligibility
- Co-branded transparency initiatives
- Dedicated member support liaison
Large Industry Business
For major manufacturers, platforms, and distributors shaping the direction of the entire industry.
- Board governance participation eligibility
- Industry Council standing seat
- Policy & standards committee input
- Premium event sponsorship privileges
INCLUDED WITH EVERY TIER
What Every Member Receives
Regardless of tier, every CTCA member gains access to the full suite of benefits below — organized into five core areas designed to help your business grow, connect, learn, lead, and save.
Grow Your Business
- Verified CTCA member badge
- Annual Member Certificate
- Digital Member Window Sticker
- Member Welcome Kit
- Member referral opportunities
- Access to partnership opportunities
- Eligible for all programs & certifications
Build Your Network
- Access to member directory & community
- Invitation to virtual networking events
- Industry roundtables
- Member-only introductions when appropriate
- Invitations to members-only town halls
Learn & Stay Informed
- Governance & ethics manual access
- Monthly State of the Hobby briefing
- Legislative & regulatory updates
- Educational webinars
- Access to exclusive CTCA webinars
- Research reports
- Industry white papers
- Toolkits & templates
- Quarterly Member Success Newsletter
- Annual Industry Benchmark Report
Shape the Industry
- Voting rights
- Committee appointments
Save Money Through Member Benefits
- Member savings on shipping, insurance, events & much more
Industry Leadership Council
An exclusive, invitation-only tier for organizations that wish to make a greater investment in advancing the hobby and supporting CTCA's long-term initiatives. Council members play a leading role in shaping the future of the trading card industry through strategic guidance, advocacy, and sustained commitment.
- Everything in Large Industry Business
- Strategic co-leadership of CTCA initiatives
- Direct voice in long-term industry direction
- Reserved seat at annual leadership summit
- Recognition across CTCA programs & channels
How Dues Are Determined
Annual dues are based on a company's trading card-related revenue, ensuring that membership investment scales fairly with an organization's size and influence within the industry. This structure keeps membership accessible to local shops while aligning larger contributions with greater industry stewardship.
All dues directly support the CTCA's nonprofit mission: advocacy, education, standards, and the long-term health of the trading card hobby.
Express Interest
Tell us about your organization and we'll follow up with membership details.