Membership Information

RPA member companies must meet membership criteria as stated in the RPA trade show rules. Download our rules and bylaws at the bottom of this page.

RPA Member Benefits

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Membership fee ($100 per company, per calendar year) allows all employees to attend our trade show and conference (includes seminars, forums, trade show, private appointments, member meeting, networking & social events) for $50 per person.

Voting Privileges — Full voting rights and the opportunity to run for board positions.

Committee Participation — All members have the opportunity to serve on RPA committees.

Freight & Shipping Discounts — Save up to 20% on freight and shipping anywhere in the continental U.S. with RPA’s member provider, Group Transportation Services (GTS).

Publicity & Communications Support — RPA’s marketing director will develop basic strategies and provide general assistance with writing, editing and distribution of materials about member companies and products.

Gallery of Packaging Stars — Special display of premier single and coordinated packaging products exhibited in the annual trade show. Members are eligible to win awards of excellence in total packaging creativity and design.

Web Site Service — Members receive a comprehensive company listing and a link from www.retailpackaging.org directly to your company website.

Scholarship Program — Substantial scholarships are available yearly to dependents of members. Recipients are chosen based on academic merit and financial need.

Publications — RPA members receive a variety of publications including ENews, RPA Update (quarterly) and the RPA membership directory.

Logo Use — Use of RPA logo for marketing and advertising purposes. Logo indicates member company’s pursuit of excellence in promotion and development of the retail packaging industry.