Cigar Assoc Of America Inc
- Assets
- $2.3m
- Revenue
- $5.0m
- Investments
- $902.5k
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 05/1938
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 13-5568722
Organization Overview
Cigar Assoc Of America Inc is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1938. According to its NTEE Classification (J40) the organization is classified as: Labor Unions, under the broad grouping of Employment and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Cigar Assoc Of America Inc employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Cigar Assoc Of America Inc is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Cigar Assoc Of America Inc generated $5.0m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.2m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ON BEHALF OF OUR MEMBERS, WE ENSURE A STRONG, VIBRANT, AND GROWING CIGAR INDUSTRY BY CHAMPIONING MEMBER-DRIVEN ADVOCACY, RAISING AWARENESS OF THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF OUR MEMBERS AND THE INDUSTRY, AND DRIVING VALUE AND GROWTH FOR OUR MEMBERS
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
STATE AFFAIRS PROGRAM ACTIVITIES: CAA ACTIVELY MONITORS AND RESPONDS TO TAX AND REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS AFFECTING THE CIGAR INDUSTRY AT STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS. AS THE INDUSTRY'S ADVOCATE, CAA REPRESENTS ITS MEMBERS' VIEWS ON LEGISLATION, TAXATION, REGULATION, AND OTHER GOVERNMENT ISSUES. MEMBER COMPANIES ARE PROMPTLY INFORMED OF ANY PROPOSED LEGISLATION THAT COULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE CIGAR INDUSTRY. WHEN NECESSARY, CAA TAKES ACTION TO PREVENT HARMFUL REGULATIONS OR PURSUES LITIGATION IN SPECIFIC STATES TO PROTECT ITS MEMBERS' BEST INTERESTS.
FEDERAL AFFAIRS PROGRAM ACTIVITIES: CAA MONITORS AND RESPONDS TO FEDERAL TAX AND REGULATORY DEVELOPMENTS AFFECTING THE CIGAR INDUSTRY. AS A DEDICATED ADVOCATE, CAA REPRESENTS ITS MEMBERS' INTERESTS BY CONVEYING THE INDUSTRY'S PERSPECTIVES ON REGULATION, TAXATION, AND LEGISLATIVE MATTERS TO LAWMAKERS AND RELEVANT GOVERNMENT AGENCIES. MEMBERS ARE PROMPTLY INFORMED OF ANY PROPOSED FEDERAL LEGISLATION THAT MAY NEGATIVELY IMPACT THE CIGAR INDUSTRY. WHEN NECESSARY, CAA TAKES ACTION TO HALT UNFAVORABLE REGULATIONS OR PURSUE LITIGATION TO PROTECT THE INDUSTRY'S INTERESTS.
FDA LITIGATION, STATE LITIGATION, OTHER LITIGATION, AND INDUSTRY REGULATION MONITORING AND RESPONSE: MOST OF THESE EXPENSES RELATE TO ONGOING LITIGATION WITH THE U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA). IN 2023, THE ASSOCIATION CONTINUED ITS LEGAL AND REGULATORY EFFORTS WITH THE FDA ON BEHALF OF ITS MEMBERS. THESE LEGAL SERVICES INCLUDED ENGAGING IN DISCUSSIONS, EDUCATING, AND INFORMING THE FDA ABOUT THE CIGAR INDUSTRY, EXPLAINING HOW OUR PRODUCTS ARE PROCESSED AND MANUFACTURED, HIGHLIGHTING THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF REGULATING THE INDUSTRY, AND EMPHASIZING THE IMPACT THAT FDA REGULATIONS COULD HAVE ON OUR MEMBERS AND THE INDUSTRY AS A WHOLE. OTHER EXPENSES IN THIS CATEGORY ADDRESS LITIGATION WITH LOCAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS, FOCUSING ON TAX ISSUES, LEGISLATION, AND SALES BANS THAT AFFECT THE CIGAR INDUSTRY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David M Ozgo President | Officer | 40 | $375,165 |
Daniel Cotter Vice President Of Finance & Operations | 40 | $187,318 | |
Brian Fojtik Senior Vice President, Government Affairs | Officer | 40 | $199,654 |
Mudiaga Kpohraror Director Of State Government Relations | 40 | $150,192 | |
Javier Estades Chairman Of The Board Of Directors | OfficerTrustee | 0.25 | $0 |
Rob Wilkey Vice Chair, Board Of Directors | OfficerTrustee | 0.2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Fox Rothschild Llp Litigation And Regulatory Matters | 12/30/23 | $605,783 |
Jake Perry & Partners Government Relations | 12/30/23 | $130,317 |
Dotchin & Associates Llc Government Relations | 12/30/23 | $152,976 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $376,000 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $376,000 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,591,451 |
| Investment income | $35,224 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$2,349 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,000,326 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $668,602 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $668,602 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $337,509 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $12,362 |
| Other employee benefits | $54,249 |
| Payroll taxes | $55,632 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $58,389 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $14,789 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $1,093,576 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,453 |
| Advertising and promotion | $160,951 |
| Office expenses | $26,154 |
| Information technology | $46,992 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $92,805 |
| Travel | $114,658 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $200,728 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $17,058 |
| Insurance | $14,360 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,168,497 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,181,169 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $11,377 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $26,669 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $13,658 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $902,535 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $13,924 |
| Other assets | $107,539 |
| Total assets | $2,256,871 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $120,124 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $115,262 |
| Total liabilities | $235,386 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,021,485 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,256,871 |