Membership Benefits & General Information

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Current member companies of the association - exhibitor, distributor, or manufacturer's rep - can take advantage of an expanding member benefits package which includes but is not limited to the following (as of August 2011):

RPA Training Manual
65-page manual featuring comprehensive information for new and experienced sales professionals. Content includes: bag styles, boxes, giftwrap, tissue, adhesive labels, ribbons and bows, custom printed packaging, printing methods, applications, art prepartion and a glossary of terms. A $75 value free to members only.

Enews
Electronic newsletter distributed quarterly.

Industry Resources
Articles of interest and resources for retail packaging professionals including RPA showguide featuring comprehensive information and product index for manufacturers.

Vendor Promotions & Values
New programs and promotional literature from RPA exhibitors.

Coface Collections North America, Inc. is the exclusive credit and collection service provider for RPA members.

Horton Group/Analysis & Customized Insurance Plans for Retail Packaging Businesses
Complimentary analysis of RPA member insurance programs as well as customized plans specifically designed for retail packaging businesses. Best in Class Insurance Program available for RPA member companies.
Horton Group Program Highlights
Available in all states
Preferred rates and products
Insurance carriers with A+ ratings
Coverage tailored to address specific exposures and/or needs
Convenient payment plans
Quick turn-around with quotations

Scholarship Program
Two $1000 scholarships are awarded yearly: the RPA Scholarship and the Dave Haber Memorial Scholarship. Click the link at the left for more information.


MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION 2012
2012 RPA Exhibitors
2012 Membership fees are included in the cost of your exhibit space. If you exhibited at the 2011 trade show, your company is in good standing with the association.

Distributors & Manufacturer's Representatives
If you attended the 2011 trade show, your company is in good standing with the association. Contact the office via email: info@retailpackaging.org if you do not have your membership number and password.

For distributor and manufacturers representative companies new to the RPA beginning June 1, 2011 the following fees apply:
$150 per company (1-9 employees)
$200 per company (10+ employees)

Additional membership information and an application form are available when registering for Packaging in Paradise 2012