PCA25: Premium Cigar Association Trade Show Highlights Key Sponsors
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced the key sponsors for its highly anticipated PCA25 international trade show and convention. Taking place in New Orleans from 11th to 14th April 2025, this premier event will gather professionals from the premium tobacco industry for four days of networking, product launches, business discussions, and entertainment.
Several top brands have stepped up to support PCA25 and its mission to advocate for specialty tobacco retailers:
Opening Reception: The event kicks off with an Opening Reception on 11th April, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Mississippi River Heritage Park, located across from the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Sponsored by Espinosa Premium Cigars, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Villiger Cigars, and Diesel, this reception promises to set the tone for an unforgettable trade show experience.
Comedy Competition: United Cigar Group will sponsor the United Stand-Up Comedy Competition on Sunday, 13th April. Hosted by Oliver Nivaud of United Cigar and featuring guest M.C. comedian Tony V., this lively event will see industry personalities such as Christian Eiroa, Nick Perdomo, Al Micallef, Glen Case, Rocky Patel, Justo Eiroa, Steve Saka, Michael Herklots, and Rafael Nodal compete for the title of the industry’s funniest. The competition will be followed by the Best of the Leaf and Stand-Up Awards ceremony.
Top-Tier Sponsors: Additional sponsors for PCA25 include Drew Estate, C.L.E. Cigar Company, Gran Habano, Foundation Cigar Company, Smoker Friendly International, and Tatuaje.
“We’re thrilled to return to NOLA this April,” said Shannon Marie, PCA’s director of trade show and events. “The weather will be gorgeous, food and drinks will be flowing, and our sponsors have elevated the experience with more spaces to smoke and network after hours. This is the industry’s trade show—don’t miss it!”
From exciting events to valuable networking opportunities, PCA25 promises to be a must-attend occasion for anyone in the premium cigar industry. Mark your calendars and join the celebration in New Orleans this April.
