pca connect asia
- hong kong -
4-5-6 december 2026
pca connect asia
- hong kong -
4-5-6 december 2026

sponsorship opportunities

PCA Connect Asia is an exclusive, invitation-driven gathering of cigar manufacturers, distributors, retailers, duty free & hospitality operators, and industry leaders across Asia-Pacific and beyond.

Built on PCA’s global leadership that brings together thousands of professionals and 250+ manufacturers worldwide, this event extends a powerful ecosystem - now focused on unlocking growth in Asia’s most dynamic markets.

Unlike traditional trade shows, PCA Connect Asia is a highly curated, high-touch experience designed to facilitate real commercial relationships and long-term market expansion.


AUDIENCE
Estimated at 50 high-value attendees for each event:
Asia-Pacific importers, distributors, retailers & cigar lounge owners
Asia-Pacific duty free & hospitality operators
Asia-Pacific stakeholders & media
Premium cigar manufacturers

WHAT YOU GAIN
Premium positioning in Asia’s fastest-growing cigar markets
Direct engagement with qualified buyers and partners
Opportunity to initiate distribution partnerships across Asia-Pacific
Multi-channel exposure across event, print, and digital platforms
Association with PCA’s global leadership in advocacy and education

SIGNATURE EVENT EXPERIENCES
Sponsorship opportunities are limited and curated to ensure exclusivity, visibility, and impact for participating brands.

Early confirmation is strongly recommended to secure category exclusivity for the cigar brands:
Events will be allocated to sponsoring brands based on availability and sponsors’ preference, on a ‘first-paid first-served’ basis.

View event details

PREMIER EVENT SPONSOR

Own the moment. Define the experience.

us$ 5,000
Maximum visibility + exclusive product integration
Limited to 6 | Category Exclusive
• Official cigar provider for one signature event (about 50 persons per event)
• Cigars supplied by your brand and integrated into the guest experience

All Premier Sponsors’ cigars will be featured in the Gala Dinner (1 SKU per sponsor)

• Premium visibility across all platforms:
- Event branding & on-site signage
- Event website (homepage + sponsor section)
- Event program

• Full-page advertisement in event magazine
• On-site brand recognition during your sponsored moment
• Inclusion in select PCA global communications
• Includes full access to all events for 3 persons
A fully integrated sponsorship combining product placement, brand visibility, and direct engagement—typically valued significantly higher in comparable international events.

* Events will be allocated to Premier Event Sponsors by the organisers based on availability and sponsors’ preference, on a ‘first-paid first-served’ basis
signature event experience
Sponsors are integrated into one of the exclusive moments across Hong Kong’s most iconic venues:

1. Welcome Cigar Cocktail Reception  — Bertie Cigar Lounge
An intimate, design-forward setting to open the experience

2. Industry Stakeholders Gathering  — Bertie Cigar Lounge
A refined, private setting for meaningful information on Asian markets’ premium cigar regulations

3. In-Conversation Panel  — The Murray Rooftop
Insightful discussions about Japan and Mainland China’s cigar markets, set against panoramic skyline views

4. GALA COCKTAILIsland Shangri-La Lobster Bar
An elegant cocktail reception with a breathtaking panorama

5. Gala Dinner  — Island Shangri-La Rooftop
A signature evening of luxury dining in an iconic five-star setting * Showcasing all Premier Event Sponsors brands

6. After-Party  — Cassio Social Club, Lan Kwai Fong
A vibrant nightlife experience in the heart of the city

7. Farewell Lunch  — Duddell’s Restaurant (Michelin-starred)
A sophisticated closing in one of Hong Kong’s most celebrated culinary destinations


Each setting is designed for intimate engagement and premium brand interaction.

SUPPORTING SPONSOR

Be seen, connect and build market awareness

us$ 2,500
STRONG PRESENCE + STRATEGIC EXPOSURE
• Brand visibility across key channels:
- On-site signage (shared placement)
- Event website
- Event program
- Half-page advertisement in event magazine

• Optional curated product placement opportunities
• Cigars/products supplied by your brand placed in gift bag
• Recognition in select event communications
• Includes access to all events for 2 persons

PARTICIPATING BRAND

Establish your presence and begin building relationships

us$ 1,000
EFFICIENT ENTRY INTO ASIA'S PREMIUM MARKET
• Logo placement:
- Event website
- Event program

• Quarter-page in event magazine
• Includes access to all events for 1 person

A LA CARTE ADD-ONS

Select enhancements to further elevate your brand presence and engagement:

EVENT MAGAZINE
• Full-page advertisement: US$ 1,500
• Half-page advertisement: US$ 1,000
• Editorial feature (4 pages): US$ 2,000
• Editorial feature (2 pages): US$ 1,000
• Editorial feature (1 page): US$ 500
DIGITAL EXPOSURE
• Website homepage banner: US$ 1,000
• Website internal page banner: US$ 500
EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENTS
• Additional event cigar placement (non-exclusive) for Gala Dinner: US$ 1,500 (+ 50 cigars)
• Co-Sponsorship of event moment (based on event availability: US$ 2,000 (+ cigars)

sponsorship contact

For availability, please contact:

Joshua Habursky | Joshua@PremiumCigars.org

Ricardo Carioni | Ricardo@PremiumCigars.org

CONTACT
Agnès Caër-Piras
agnes@calamansi-designs.com
Whatsapp +852 9168 1502

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