Join APA Today for Personalized Business Solutions
Whether you’re a seasoned industry expert or just starting/scaling your industry, APA provides the resources, connections, and savings to help your business thrive.
Which Membership is Right for You?
Retail Businesses
Retail Membership: $279 / year
For businesses selling personalized & recognition products directly to consumers.
Retail Branch Membership: $115 / year
Any retail store owned and operated by the same company whose headquarters is an active member.
Suppliers and Vendors
For companies that manufacture or distribute equipment, materials, or blanks used in personalization.
- Sales under $1M – $650 / year
- Sales $1M–$4.9M – $775 / year
- Sales $5M–$10M – $1,100 / year
- Sales over $10M – $1,475 / year
Affiliate or Associate Member
Membership: $655 / year
For businesses that provide services or raw materials to retailers and suppliers.
Ready to Join? Follow These Simple Steps
- Create an account
- Navigate to the Memberships dropdown in the left sidebar menu and click Become a Member
- Select your membership type
- Review and submit payment
Renewing Your Membership? Welcome Back!
- Log into your account using your member credentials
- Main contacts can review and update company information under Company Management
- Click the Pay button in your profile and complete payment*
*Renewals will become available 60 days prior to membership expiration.
Save Time With Auto-Renew
Stay connected to your APA membership benefits without having to remember your next renewal date. When joining or renewing your membership, you can enroll in auto-renew and have your membership renewal payment automatically processed using your securely saved payment method.
Setting up auto-renew is simple and can be completed during the membership checkout process.
Any Questions?
If you need assistance completing this form or would like to speak to a representative, contact Member Services at [email protected] or call 847.375.4800.

