Become a Shop! Member
Shop!, the global trade association focused on enhancing retail environments and experiences, is the industry’s only end-to-end retail experience organization. Our members have access to a variety of benefits including education, numerous marketing opportunities, extensive research reports, advocacy, and networking events.
Questions? Email info@shopassociation.org or call 212-981-0245.
See details below on benefits of membership. You can learn more about our member categories and annual dues investment here.
Membership Benefits
Connections & Relationships
Shop! offers the ability to expand your professional network through groups and committees, including Shop! Central, our online members-only community hub.
- Shop! Central – Members-only interactive hub. Add to the discussions or start your own. Easily find contact information for people or companies.
- Women’s League
- Partnerships & Opportunities
- Committees & Working Groups
- International Connections
Insights & Development
Take advantage of our bulletins, exclusive reports, white papers, webinars, and access to SmartWork Media retail publications.
- Shop! Master Class
- Let’s Talk Shop! Roundtables
- News & Product Bulletins
- Seasonal Reports
- Case Studies
- White Papers
- Online Events
- Extensive Retail Publications
Support & Resources
A Shop! membership offers your team plenty of opportunities to promote your business, as well as access to various discounted business services.
- Complimentary Crittenden Retail Tenant Reports (view sample here)
- APPI Energy Consulting – Provides comprehensive ways to reduce energy expenses and minimize budgetary risks.
- Chain Store Guide (20% Member Discount) – The leading provider of accurate retail and restaurant leads directories and databases.
- Discounted YRC Freight Services – Vast retail experience to lower your costs, boost sales and improve stocking positions.
- ProPurchaser FREE Trial and Discount – A trusted negotiating resource for thousands of procurement professionals.
- Plus numerous promotional opportunities!
Events & Networking
Our renowned conferences are must-attend events for education, insights, and networking.
- Shop! Ideation
- The Retail Design Challenge
- IRDC
- Shop! Marketplace
- International Events
Awards & Recognition
The Shop! Awards are considered to be the most prestigious awards programs in the retail design and brand marketing industries.
- OMA (Outstanding Merchandising Achievement) Awards
- Design Awards
- Global Awards
- Access to all Shop! Association/POPAI Awards Worldwide
Savings and ROI
| Opportunity | Savings |
|---|---|
| Shop! Thought Leadership Master Class | $195 per |
| Shop! Ideation | $400 |
| Shop! Marketplace | up to $1,800 |
| Shop! Event/Award Sponsorship Opportunities | up to $2000 off |
| Shop! Global Entry Events, Awards & Conferences | Up to $ 1000 |
| Shop! OMA Awards (savings per entry) | $700 |
| Shop! Design Awards Entry | $150 |
| SmartWork Media Advertising | up to 35% off |
| IRDC Attendance/Sponsorship | up to$750 off |
| Crittenden Retail Tenant Report | $995 |
| Chain Store Guide | 20% |
| YRC Freight | 5% – 15% off |
| ProPurchaser | $200 |
