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All who attend, exhibit, and participate in the PCA24 Show in any capacity will be held to the highest standards of personal and professional conduct. As such, all participants and guests agree you will not disrupt the activities of others, disturb or harass other attendees, staff or Show attendees, precipitate the intervention of security or public law enforcement, or in any other way disrupt the smooth operation of the Show.
PCA reserves the right to determine in its sole judgement when an attendee or representative of an attendee has violated the standards of conduct, and take any action deemed necessary to protect the safety of Show attendees and the public, up to and including immediate termination of trade show privileges, expulsion from the Facility, and barring the attendee or company from participating in future PCA events.
SMOKING
POLICIES
PCA has entered into a contract with the Las Vegas Convention Center and host hotels for the trade show. These contracts specify designated smoking areas and times that Show Management, Exhibitors, Attendees and all other members or non-members associated with the Show must adhere to in order to be in compliance with these contracts. This is a serious issue that is important in order to be able to host future trade shows, not only in Las Vegas, but throughout the country.
Smoking at the PCA trade show is only allowed in the designated PCA convention and meeting areas during trade show hours.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the following restricted areas:
- Common areas
• Hallways
• Foyers
• Meeting Rooms - Guest Rooms
- Hotel Lobbies
Any non-smoking areas as designated by the host hotels and Las Vegas Convention Center
Attendees and participants of the PCA24 Trade Show understand that if anyone who may be associated with, or a representative of an attending company, is caught smoking outside of the specified times and locations or in the restricted areas, that company may be fined $15,000, removed from the Show and banned from all future shows. Additionally, PCA membership may be suspended until the fine is paid in full.
ALCOHOL
POLICIES
Attendees, exhibitors and all representatives agree not to disturb the activities of others in attendance, especially where related to the consumption of alcohol.
All guests of the PCA24 Trade Show are expected to drink responsibly and ensure they have a safe, responsible means of transportation before leaving the facility. Any guest who is intoxicated before entering the event may be denied entry to the facility. Any guest found intoxicated within the event and causing a disturbance, as determined by management, will be asked to leave the facility without refund and may be subject to further consequences.
CANNABIS
POLICIES
The possession, smoking or consumption of marijuana is NOT allowed at PCA24. Violators will be trespassed from the show and not allowed to return. No edible CBD products may be sold or distributed at the LVCC, including as free samples, regardless of the THC concentration of the products. Non-edible CBD products, such as oils and topicals, may not be sold at the LVCC but may be distributed or provided as free samples on the condition that the product is not adulterated or misbranded in any way. Smoking CBD products at the LVCC is strictly prohibited and violators will be trespassed from the LVCC property. No Synthetic CBD may be distributed at the LVCC. Synthetic CBD means any cannabinoid that is produced artificially, whether from chemicals or from recombinant biological agents (such as yeast or algae) and which is not derived from a plant of the genus Cannabis. THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) THC, including Delta-7, Delta-8, Delta-10 and any other structural, optical, or geometric isomers of Delta-9, is a Schedule I Controlled Substance under Nevada law.
ETHICAL MARKETING
POLICY
CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR PCA TRADE SHOW PARTICIPANTS
- Trade Show Age of Attendance. All credentialed participants in attendance shall be a minimum of 21 years old and will provide identification upon request.
- Employee Training. Participants shall familiarize their staff with the Code’s requirements by providing a copy or electronic link to the Code, which is available on the PCA website.
- Website Age Affirmation. Participants using web based marketing for age restricted items shall limit access to wholesale customers or use age affirmation mechanisms to gate access for the general public.
- Point-of-Sale Age Verification. Participants practice point-of-sale age verification wherever age restricted products are sold to the general public, including online. Participants train employees on legal requirements for age restricted sales and provide physical signage or an online statement as a reminder that the purchase age for tobacco products is subject to legal restrictions.
- Trade Show Adult Audience. Products, marketing materials and media production at the PCA Trade Show primarily appeals to adult audiences of legal purchase age for tobacco. Products, including non-tobacco items, shall not contain color schemes, fonts or artwork that may be misperceived as having specific appeal to underage consumers. Apparel that is branded or features tobacco art is only available in adult sizes. Marketing materials and media should only feature adults of legal purchase age.
- Trade Dress. Products and marketing materials at the tradeshow shall not feature words, phrases, symbols or designs intended to simulate products, packaging, or known trademarks for which the exhibitor is not licensed.
- SUPPORT
- Confidential Guidance on Code Compliance. On a voluntary, nonbinding, and confidential basis, PCA members and associate members can seek guidance by emailing [email protected] or calling PCA at (202) 621-8064 and requesting the PCA Code Liaison.
- MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT
- Responsibility of Participants. Participants should encourage compliance with the Code through private peer-to-peer dialogue.
- Monitoring the Trade Show. PCA staff will actively monitor trade show activity and reach out to participants to confidentially discuss suspected infractions of the Code and, if necessary, suggest a remedial course of action.
- Enforcement of the Code. Participants found in violation of the Code that are unwilling to adhere to PCA’s suggested remedy may have their privileges and benefits of PCA membership revoked without refund of dues, fees or donations. This may include, but is not limited to, loss of Trade Show credentials and/or removal of products, marketing materials or signage.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
The PCA24 Convention & International Trade Show will take place March 22-25, 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center Central Hall in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
The last day to take advantage of PCA’s discounted hotel room rates through the host hotels is February 26, 2024.
NOTE: The PCA24 group rates are subject to availability and may not be available as we get closer to the dates of the trade show. Book early to maximize savings!
All exhibitors and attendees make take advantage of these savings, with special room rates starting of $179 per night, not including resort fee, and available on our travel page (link to travel page with housing information).
TIPS: To ensure you receive all trade-show communications, login to the members-only portal to ensure the correct email is on file for you or contact [email protected] to verify. ALSO, be sure to add [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] to your safe-senders list ensure deliverability.
Housing Scam/Pirate Advisory Notice: We have received complaints that unaffiliated companies have contacted attendees and exhibitors offering discounted hotel reservations. These offers are scams and are not condoned by the PCA. Please be advised that the PCA will only notify members about the PCA Room Block offered through the host hotels. The PCA does not contact individuals or companies with any other special deals on accommodations for the Trade Show. The PCA further does not contract outside agencies to offer any special deals or discounts. The only legitimate emails for PCA24 lodging will come directly from the PCA. For more information visit our Housing Advisory Page
The PCA24 Trade Show is the largest and most important B2B show of the year for the premium tobacco industry. To ensure exhibitors and attendees realize the greatest ROI, ALL participants MUST be current dues-paying members of the Premium Cigar Association. Consumers and non-members are not permitted to attend.
Exhibitors are allotted a specific number of complimentary badges in correlation to booth square footage. Additional badges may be purchased if needed. Exhibitors must submit the names and contact information of each person who will be attending no later than March 15, 2024.
Note: Exhibitors will not receive badges for anyone who is not an employee or performing work in their booth during the trade show (i.e., any retailer who is not a current member of the PCA, or consumer, will not be allowed entry).
Retailers & Industry Partners are allotted a specific number of complimentary badges in correlation to their membership tier. Additional badges may be purchased if needed. Registration is now open! If you need help registering, email [email protected] and [email protected].
If you are not a current member of the PCA, complete the appropriate new member application here. If you are a former member and need only reinstate your membership, contact [email protected]
No. The PCA24 Trade Show is the largest and most important B2B show of the year for the premium tobacco industry. To ensure exhibitors and attendees realize the greatest ROI, ALL participants MUST be current dues-paying members of the Premium Cigar Association.
Only exhibiting manufacturers and their representatives will be granted entry into the Trade Show. This helps ensure our exhibitors have the greatest potential for success while preventing non-exhibiting manufacturers from taking business away from them.
To quickly get your membership renewed or reinstated so you can attend the PCA24 Trade Show, contact Lisa Sigler at [email protected].
New RETAILER Members: If you are new to PCA and want to apply for RETAILER membership and attend the trade show, complete the New Retail Member Application here.
New ASSOCIATE (Manufacturer) Members: If you are new to PCA and want to apply for ASSOCIATE membership and exhibit at the trade show, complete the New Associate Member Application here.
New INDUSTRY PARTNER Members: If you are new to PCA and want to apply for INDUSTRY PARTNER (distributors, suppliers, brokers) membership and attend the trade show, complete the New Industry Partner Member Application here.
PCA members receive a certain number of FREE badges based on membership tier. Additional badges may be purchased online here.
NOTE: PCA24 is a members-only event and is not open to the general public. Badges may not be given to anyone outside of your company who has not been given prior authorization by the PCA.
Trade show EXHIBITORS will receive up to four (4) badges per 100 square feet of booth space. Exhibitors staying at one of the host hotels may purchase additional badges for $150 each.
Trade show RETAILER attendees staying at one of the host hotels may purchase additional badges for $150 each.
Register for badges now or login to edit, add or remove badges at pca2024.expotracker.net
We strongly encourage all PCA members to register in advance for your trade show badges. Because this is an exclusive event, we cannot guarantee everyone who arrives will be let in. All attendees must be current members of the PCA with no outstanding balances or prior infractions.
Trade Show registration is now open. Register online at pca2024.expotracker.net
Yes. For anyone needing assistance, please complete the Special Assistance Form and include any requests for special accommodations. A member of our team will follow up with you directly about ensuring you have a fulfilling trade show experience.
Yes. Smoking is only permitted in designated locations and at designated times.
Smoking is prohibited in common areas, hallways, registration areas, meeting rooms, guest rooms, and any other non-smoking areas as designated by the host hotels and the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Anyone assigned a badge representing your company caught smoking outside of the specified times and locations or in the restricted areas may be fined, removed from the show, banned from all future shows and membership could be suspended until the fine is paid in full. Refer to the Smoking Policy (above) for more information.
View the PCA24 Sponsor page to browse all current sponsor packages available and contact Lisa Sigler at [email protected] to secure one or more today!
