Vapor
Technology
Association
is the national trade association that is executing a coordinated federal and state lobbying strategy combined with an integrated public affairs strategy to protect the vapor industry.
Our Mission
The Vapor Technology Association represents the manufacturers, wholesalers, small business
owners and entrepreneurs who have developed innovative and quality vapor products,
providing adult consumers with a better alternative to traditional combustible products.
VTA’s mission is focused. Through innovative leadership in the industry, we strive to
- Promote greater public health through smart regulations and responsible public policies
- Transform the public debate around the vapor industry and dispel distorted and misleading information about vapor products
- Keep the vapor market open and competitive across the board
- Protect small business owners and their employees by ensuring the long-term viability of the vapor industry
Followers: 6099
FDA Issues New Guidance and Permits Safety Modifications in Devices & E-Liquids: VTA has been pressing FDA for common-sense changes to its August 8, 2016 innovation freeze. Today, FDA made limited modifications to its innovation freeze. Read details here: https://t.co/oXb1p2o5Rn https://t.co/8QCC3w33XB
Thanks @realdonaldtrump for your leadership in bringing together representatives of the vapor industry and public health groups for an important discussion about solutions to youth vaping! VTA’s “21 & Done!” plan proposes real solutions to protect kids. https://t.co/PxUIonIRSg https://t.co/jVwp1C7Bjq
New Economic Impact Study says flavor ban will eliminate 151,000 jobs & close 13,000+ small businesses. Bans will only create a new black market, imperiling our public health & our booming economy. Time for real solutions that will protect kids & adults!
https://t.co/yK9hXUCEHL https://t.co/rdrtOx8G4P
Another VTA win as the Oregon app court grants our motion to stay enforcement of the vaping ban. The court found that we were likely to succeed; that vape-shop owners will suffer irreparable harm; & that denying a stay would be harmful to Oregonians.
#saveflavors! #savejobs! https://t.co/c7PIA75jou
THANK YOU @RandPaul for your leadership & your thoughtful assessment of the absurdity of banning flavored nicotine. You are 100% correct: making flavored nicotine products illegal, will simply increase the use of illegal products. Adults deserve choices to quit smoking! https://t.co/iBna9vK1JN
Important message from VTA Executive Director, Tony Abboud, who was interviewed by @RegWatchCanada at the #DCRally2019.
#WeVapeWeVote
https://t.co/WdRB0ZUlOC
Important News
VTA is always at the forefront of the biggest issues confronting the industry.
Release: New Flavor Ban Economic Impact Analysis
November 22, 2019
Economist concludes that flavor ban will eliminate 151,000 jobs and shutter 13,000+ small businesses
VTA Responds to
CDC & FDA Statements on
Illicit THC Vape
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
VTA Applauds FDA’s Clear Statement on Avoiding Unregulated THC-Vape Products; Chides CDC for Continuing Misrepresentations.
NY Health Dept Warns About THC - Not Nicotine - Products
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
NY Health Department Clear Warning: Dangerous Substance Found in Illicit THC – Not Nicotine – Vapor Products
VTA Asks Health Officials to Speak Responsibly
AUGUST 29, 2019
VTA Issues First Statement on Reported Cases of Lung Illnesses.
Educate
Collaborate
Advocate
VTA’s Fourth Annual Conference Registration closing soon! Sign up now! Join us on Capitol Hill!
September 16-18, 2019.
VTA Sues FDA Over Absence of PMTA Rule
VTA sues to force FDA to establish the long-awaited PMTA Rule and appropriate deadline for compliance.
Time to stop moving the goalposts.
VTA’s Marketing Standards
for the Industry
We have aggressively pushed industry and policy makers to adopt marketing standards to eliminate potential appeal to youth.
What We Do
We are everywhere. Having grown to well over 800 members we are now engaged in advocating in 43 states and Washington, D.C. VTA is working tirelessly to defend the industry.
U.S. Congress
Federal advocacy on Capitol Hill. Our teams all fully engaged on the Hill every day representing our industry.
Administration & Agencies
Navigating the labyrinth of the Executive Branch and its various agencies and commissions, VTA’s team has a unique blend of experts who have the specific experience we need.
State Capitals
Experienced state advocacy professionals. VTA’s team covered 43 states this year defending our industry and advocating for more rational regulation.
Education
We like to educate. Routine membership reports on developments in Washington, D.C., and in the states. Training, national conferences and regional workshops are the key tools we use.
Guidance
Practical guidance from VTA’s seasoned team of regulatory experts helps members navigate the FDA and other relevant regulatory agencies at all levels of government.
Public Affairs
Professional public affairs activities to combat hostile media and promote the benefits of vapor technology.
Our Leadership
VTA is fortunate to have experienced professionals at the helm.
Tony Abboud
Executive Director, VTA
Tony is a government relations expert and litigator with 25 years experience in grassroots organizing, politics, state lobbying and the courtroom. Tony has spent the past decade defending vapor companies and companies in other heavily regulated industries against government over-reach. Tony brings his unique set of lobbying, legal, political and governmental experience to developing the strategic solutions that will enable vapor companies to succeed in a regulated world.
Jake Butcher
State Affairs Manager, VTA
Jake is a state lobbyist and litigator who has and has developed innovative strategies for defending the vapor industry at the state level for years. Jake has a wide range of experience representing clients in the fields of energy, health care and higher education. Jake is responsible for coordinating state level lobbying strategies for VTA and its independent state vapor association affiliates. Jake also has extensive campaign experience, working on several successful statewide elections, State Senate and State House races.
Kinn Elliot
Legislative Strategist, VTA
Kinn has close to 30 years of government affairs experience in lobbying, political action and grassroots activism. He has primarily worked in the healthcare sector navigating complex issues through the legislative and regulatory process for the leading physician association as well as a large biotechnology company.
4 Priorities for our Members
Keep the vaping markets open and competitive for both small and big players
Ensure the long-term
viability of the industry
Defeat bills that stifle technology critical to public health
Transform the public debate on vapor products
Our Executive Leadership
Our Board of Directors is lead by an accomplished Executive Committee.
Brittani Cushman
Board President, Turning Point Brands
Brittani is the Senior Vice President of External Affairs for Turning Point Brands, a marketer and distributor of vapor products. Brittani provides industry leadership among like-sized manufacturers, advising on regulatory issues as they emerge and placing those issues in the context of both the current science and complex legal landscape of the vaping and tobacco industries.
Chris Howard
Board Treasurer, E-Alternative Solutions
Chris is the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for E-Alternative Solutions, a marketer and distributor of vapor products including the Cue Vapor System and Liquid Soul e-liquids. Previously, Chris was the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for Fontem Ventures (blu eCigs), providing legal counsel on e-vapor issues since 2012.
Jon Glauser
Board Secretary, Demand Vape
Jon is co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Demand vape, a vapor products distribution and marketing company in the United States. Jon has many years of experience in dealing with international imports, fostering and maintaining key business relationships both domestically and abroad, and is heavily involved in product development from the conceptual phase to market launch. He has been in the vaping industry since 2011.
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