T H E V O IC E O F T E X A S R E T A IL

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1250 S Capital of Texas HwySuite 3-385

Austin, Texas 78746

tra@txretailers.org

(512) 472-8261

C O N T A C T U S

L E T Y O U R V O IC E B E H E A R D , J O IN U S !

Retailer MembershipSales up to $2 Mil l ion: $210Sales $2- 10 Mil l ion: $525

Sales $10-20 Mil l ion: $1,050Sales $20-50 Mil l ion: $5,250

Sales Over $50 Mil l ion: Cal l TRA

Suppl ier MembershipAff il iate Member: $1,000Aff il iate Partner: $3,500

President 's Circle: $6,500

ABOUT TRA

TEXAS RETAILERSEDUCATION FOUNDATION

The Texas Retailers Association is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization dedicated to keeping Texas "retail friendly." Our mission is to be a strong advocate for the retail industry and to provide value-added services and programs pertinent to our members.

Since 1926, our diverse membership has represented every segment of the retail industry throughout Texas - from the smallest neighborhood store to the largest corporate chain. We represent over 325,000 retail establishments and more than 25 million jobs in Texas. We invite your company to stand with us as we protect and rally for Texas retailers.

The Texas Retailers Education Foundation (TREF) is a charitable educational foundation of the Texas Retailers Association. It is funded by TRA members to make available educational opportunities through programs, seminars, partnerships and scholarships for the next generation of retail professionals in Texas.

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M O RE B EN EFITS O F TRA M EM B ERSH IP

TH E 20 18 TEXAS RETA IL ERS FORU M W IL L BE JU LY 22- 23, 20 18 IN CORPU S

CH RISTI AT TH E OM N I H OTEL . IT IN CLU DES OU R AW A RDS D IN N ER,

EDU CATION A L PA N EL S, BREA KOU T SESSION S, A N D A CLOSIN G N IGH T

PA RTY. SPON SORSH IPS & REGISTRATION S A RE AVA IL A BL E.

I N D U S T R Y E V E N T S

TH E 20 18 TEXAS RETA IL ERS A DVOCACY SU M M IT W IL L BE M A RCH 23- 25, 20 18 AT

TH E H ORSESH OE BAY RESORT. A DVOCACY SU M M IT IS A GREAT

OPPORTU N ITY TO SPEN D A W EEKEN D N ETW ORKIN G W ITH TEXAS'S M OST RETA IL- FRIEN DLY M EM BERS OF TH E TEXAS L EGISL ATU RE A N D M EM BERS

OF CON GRESS. SPON SORSH IPS & REGISTRATION S A RE AVA IL A BL E.

All Texas based retailers automatically receive a one year membership with the National Retail Federation upon joining TRA

(a $3,000 value).

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N EEDS W ITH YOU R REPRESEN TATIV ES.SAV E TH E DATE FOR M ARCH 2 0 19 !

1. Advocacy Efforts: With a robust lobby team, we watch what is going on in Austin and Washington D.C. every day. We keep you informed of issues originating at the State Capitol or the Halls of Congress that could affect your stores or our industry.

2. Inventory Tax: TRA leads all industry associations in the fight against property taxes being assessed on retail inventory. Texas is 1 of 7 states that allows this burdensome practice. TRA fights for YOU to see it eliminated.

3. Business Taxes: Whether it is an item you need to determine should be taxed or keeping your tax liabilities low, we provide expertise and advocacy on all aspects of taxes in Texas.

4. Regulatory Issues: Retailers regulated by local, state or federal agencies can find themselves dealing with complicated policies and serious consequences. We help you navigate these situations and have a record of proven success.

5. Education: We provide members exclusive access to industry news, legislative alerts, and our monthly newsletter. We also provide training on topics such as organized retail crime, social media, and more!

The Texas Retailers Association has a list of endorsed providers that provide discounted services for members of the Texas

Retailers Association. This includes business insurance products, energy & utilities, tax & legal services and consulting.

2018 Texas Retailers Advocacy Summit

2018 Texas Retailers Forum