Membership FAQ
How do I become a Voting member?
Click the Become a Member button in the upper righthand corner. Membership dues are based on production volume and you may join at any time. Your dues are valid for a full year regardless of the date you join. Please select the category that best fits your production volume.
Read moreI don’t have a DSP yet, so can I still be a member?
Yes, ACSA offers a Candidate Membership for those actively pursuing a DSP permit in the United States and you can upgrade your membership upon receipt of your DSP.
Read moreI don’t operate a distillery but supply products and/or services to distilleries. Is there a class of membership for me?
Yes, you can join ACSA under an Affiliate membership or Sponsor.
Read moreHow do I know when my membership is about to expire or has expired or how do I check my membership status?
To check your membership status, login using your username and password, then, under the Membership tab, click Manage My Membership.
Read moreWhat are the benefits of becoming a member?
Depending on your membership level, ACSA members will have opportunities to receive MEMBER ONLY discounts, critical updates, learn during our webinar and convention education sessions, be a part of our legislative efforts to strengthen the business climate, and more!
Read moreHow do I get a username and password?
You select your username when you initially register to become a member. If you are already a member, a username will be generated for you. You will be able to change it on the site once you are logged in. For further assistance, please contact Carason Lehmann at carason@americancraftspirits.org or call her at 803.606.2187
Read moreHow do I renew my membership?
To renew your membership, login using your username and password, then, under the Membership tab, click Manage My Membership.
Read moreCan I share my membership with colleagues?
As ACSA is a trade group, the actual member is the DSP or business. We’ve made it easy for up to five colleagues from a single business entity to join under the one membership. For Voting members, only one email address will be associated with voting rights. Make sure to identify which email address should receive the ballot to vote.
Read moreI forgot my password, what do I do?
To recover your password, go to the member login in the upper right hand corner and click “Lost your Password?”
Read moreHow can I sign-up for webinars, educational programs, and events?
To sign-up for education related programs, click the Education tab on our website for more information on upcoming events.
Read moreHelp, I lost my membership card! How do I get a replacement?
If you lost your membership card, please contact Teresa McDaniel at teresa@americancraftspirits.org or call her at 502.807.4249.
Read moreWhat is the easiest way to update my contact information?
Login using your username and password, then, under the Membership tab, click Manage My Membership, then info.
Read moreHow do I use my membership discounts for events?
ACSA will confirm if you are a member in good standing and eligible to receive that benefit or discount. The provider of the service/product (if not ACSA) contacts us and we simply confirm.
Read moreI’m interested in upgrading my membership to a higher level. Do I have to wait until my current membership expires?
No, in fact, we want you to notify us when your production volumes increase to a new level or when you obtain your DSP (if a candidate member). Similarly, if you are a Jr. Affiliate member and join a larger entity, please upgrade to a full fledged Affiliate member.
Read moreACSA is a national non-profit trade group. I understand it is governed by fellow members of DSPs. How is the board elected?
Designated Directors shall be elected by the Voting Members from a list of eligible nominees provided by the Nominating Committee each year. The elections are typically in March with new board members taking their seats in April.
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