Membership with PTRA
PTRA membership is designed to help professionals across the power-motion technology industry build stronger relationships, stay connected to new opportunities, and grow through a trusted network of peers.
Whether you are an independent representative, a manufacturer, or an industry partner, membership gives you access to valuable connections, professional development opportunities, and one of the industry’s most established communities.
Representative
Membership
As a Representative Member, you are recognized as a professional within a network of specialists who help build effective bridges between manufacturers and their customers. Membership connects you with both peers and manufacturers who understand the value of the independent sales function.
Benefits
- Access to PTRA’s Annual Conference and member networking opportunities
- Use of the Online Locator to find new lines and connect with manufacturers
- Career-building opportunities through MRERF and IDC University discounts
- Access to legal counsel for brief consultations and sample agreement models
- Legislative advocacy through affiliated industry associations
- Optional mentoring support from experienced professionals in the field
Manufacturer Partner
Membership
As a Manufacturer Partner Member, you join a circle of industry specialists who recognize the value of the outsourced field sales model. Membership gives you direct access to the representatives who have built strong, lasting relationships between manufacturers and their customers.
Benefits
- Access to the Annual Conference, including networking events, interview sessions, and educational programming
- Use of the Online Locator to search independent sales agents by territory and specialization
- Access to Lines Available, an effective service for finding representation in open territories
- Quarterly updates and industry news through Focus
- Access to education and management development opportunities
- Optional mentoring support for newer members or those looking for guidance
Associate Membership
Associate Membership is designed for industry partners who want to connect with the PTRA community, increase visibility, and take part in key events and sponsorship opportunities.
Benefits
- Access to the full PTRA membership directory
- One complimentary annual conference registration
- One complimentary vendor booth at the annual conference
- Conference attendee email list when exhibiting as a vendor
- Opportunity to contribute content to the FOCUS newsletter
- Sponsorship opportunities and additional networking at the annual conference
Shared Membership
Across membership types, PTRA offers valuable access to events, industry knowledge, education, and professional connections designed to support long-term growth
Annual Conference
Networking, educational sessions, and industry connections in one place.
Online Locator
A concentrated source of serious, like-minded professionals across the industry.
Education & Growth
Access to MRERF, IDC University discounts, and professional development opportunities.
Mentoring
Guidance from seasoned professionals on everything from commissions to CRM and profitability.
Industry Advocacy
Support through affiliated associations working on behalf of the profession.
Lynn Mattis Scholarship
Helping members access industry training and certification programs.
Membership Year & Dues
PTRA membership runs from June 1 through May 31 to align with the Association’s fiscal year. New members receive prorated dues depending on when they join. Members joining on or after December 1 receive a 50% discount on dues for the current membership year and pay full dues for the upcoming year. This applies to new members only and does not apply to renewals or previously lapsed members.