The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced the winners of the 2026 Best of the Leaf Awards during the Awards Reception at this year’s PCA Trade Show. These awards recognize the finest premium cigar retailers, lounges, and bars from across the United States and around the world.
PCA Announces Executive Business Program with KU
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA), in collaboration with Keiser University Latin American Campus and the Cámara Nicaragüense de Tabacaleros (CNT), proudly announced the launch of a pioneering Certified Executive Education (non-credit) Program: “The Business of Premium Cigars: Strategy, Operations, Branding, and Experiences That Build Legacy.”
PCA and the Honduran Cigar Festival Announce 2026 Partnership
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced a new partnership agreement with Honduras’ Festival del Puro y el Café.
PCA Strengthens International Ties
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) was hosted by members of the diplomatic community in the United Kingdom during a series of meetings held between September 9–10, 2025, by its Director of International Affairs & Education, Ricardo Carioni.
PCA Appoints as Ricardo Carioni Intl Affairs & Education Director
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce the appointment of Ricardo Carioni as its new Director of International Affairs and Education.
George Rico Appointed to the PCA Board of Directors
Last week, Max Bichler resigned from his position at Rocky Patel Premium Cigars and his recently announced position on the PCA Board of Directors. With Bitchler’s resignation, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is announcing the appointment of George Rico of Gran Habano to fill Bichler’s position as an associate member on the PCA Board of Directors.
PCA and HumidifGroup Collaborate on “The Cloakroom”
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has teamed up with HumidifGroup for a special project–a unique humidor.
Quartz Business Events and PCA announce partnership
Quartz Business Events, Ltd – organiser of leading global trade shows, including tobacco-related events such as World Tobacco Events and TabExpo, today announced a partnership with the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) to launch a new premium cigar-focused trade show for international markets.
PCA Names Joshua Habursky as New Executive Director
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Board of Directors announces the promotion and hiring of Joshua Habursky to the role of PCA Executive Director, effective immediately.
Foundation Cigar Co. Announces PCA23 Releases
Foundation Cigar Company’s next releases are in tribute to brand owner Nicholas Melillo’s grandfathers.
PCA Announces New 2024 Dates
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that the 2024 Annual Convention and Trade Show will be held March 22-25, 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
PCA Launches First International Grassroots Campaign in Canada
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce the launch of its first grassroots campaign in Canada using the cigaraction.org alert center. This campaign will engage and mobilize premium cigar retailers, and enthusiasts across the country to support and defend the rights of cigar smokers.
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