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.
Join PCA for a Day of Cigar Smoking and Clay Shooting
Join PCA for a day of clay shooting, camaraderie, cigars and more at their 2022 Clay Shoot—an event to raise funds, friends and awareness for the industry and the defense thereof!
PCA Announces First Ever International Policy Summit | October 6
On October 6, 2021, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) will hold a virtual International Policy Summit, hosted in collaboration with Light ‘em Up Lounge.
Industry News | PCA, July 9th
The demand for cigars is approaching the boom era of the 90s.
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