NACTA | North American Celtic Trade Association

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The North American Celtic Trade Association (NACTA) is the trade association for those involved in the sale and promotion of Irish and Celtic products in North America. Its membership represents retailers, vendors, manufacturers, distributors and designers from the US, Canada, Ireland and the UK in this niche market.

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Become part of a network where you can connect with over 200 businesses in the pursuit of ideas, innovations and best practices to grow your business in the Celtic Marketplace.

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WHO WE ARE

The North American Celtic Trade Association provides a networking forum, where our members can connect and join together in the pursuit of ideas, innovations and best practices to advance their own business progress and the availability of quality goods in the Celtic Marketplace.

Joining NACTA gives Celtic business owners a unique opportunity to connect with colleagues, promote their businesses, and contribute in a meaningful way to the thriving Celtic marketplace. Our members represent the full gamut of Irish and Celtic specialities, including apparel, gifts, jewelry, food, music and more.

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what our members say

NACTA is a fantastic organization to work with, that connects Celtic Stores from across North America with each other and other vendor members. A NACTA membership offers so many ways to grow your business and keep you connected with the latest trends and developments in the Celtic marketplace across the USA and Canada. NACTA is integral in bringing Celtic Products to customers all over North America!

Anderson Graves, Consumer Retailer Enterprise Ireland NYC

what our members say

NACTA is an amazing resource. The association serves as a wonderful networking community where everyone is so willing to help out, shares tips, or just be a sounding board when going through the trials and tribulations of navigating the vast world of retail as a niche business owner. Opening my shop in 2010, I was a bit lost the first few years. NACTA helped me find my footing, and has shared invaluable information and opportunity over the years.

Ashley Rooney – Celtic Aer Gift Shop, New York

what our members say

Membership of NACTA has been Instrumental in assisting Brooke & Shoals Fragrances enter into the US market, the community NACTA has created through their website and Social media channels keeps us connected with our customers and aware of the issues that affect and influence the market - critical for our continuing success.

Alison Banton - Brookes & Shoals, Ireland

what our members say

NACTA has a very useful organization for my family business. It has allowed me to meet many Irish vendors and companies, which has lead to great new Irish products being sold in our store. It has also allowed us to meet and interact with other similar business owners online, in meetings, and face-to-face. We are able to share ideas, new products, and help develop and grow our business..

Tim Bauersachs – Cross & Shamrock, NJ

what our members say

We have been exporting from Scotland to the US & Canadian market for years but only recently joined NACTA – wish we had done it sooner! There's a great facebook group for vendors and retailers, a great community that promotes businesses, and addresses issues. NACTA has something for everyone and we value their input at the trade shows. We're excited to be part of the family and look forward to the years ahead.

Jack Baber, Edinburgh, UK.

The North American Celtic Trade Association

The mission of the NORTH AMERICAN CELTIC TRADE ASSOCIATION is to facilitate communication among businesses, vendors, trade boards, and trade show organizers, and to develop programs of cooperative advertising, promotion, travel, buying, shipping, and education for its membership.

The Spirit of Ireland

The Spirit of Ireland magazine is a glossy bi-annual publication celebrating all things Irish. Designed and written in Ireland, the magazine is distributed across the United States and Canada via NACTA retail members who represent the best in Irish craft and design.

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