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Be a force in the digital economy. Join PTC.

Join to connect with industry innovators and influencers

Join to build powerful, strategic partnerships

Join to explore new opportunities in the ever-changing digital world

PTC membership–open to any person or entity worldwide with professional interests in the Pacific region pertaining to telecommunications, information technology, or related fields–is the most powerful way to reach and connect with leading companies, executives, prospects, partners, and thought leaders in digital infrastructure.

Save

  • Save up to $450 on conference registration fees.
  • Get reduced rates for advertising, exhibit spaces, and meeting rooms.
  • Refer others and save up to 60% on your membership dues.
  • Enjoy exclusive discounts on events and publications.

Event benefits

  • Receive an invite to the exclusive annual PTC Members’ Soirée (plus an option for a guest ticket).
  • Enjoy complimentary access to the Members’ Lounge at our Annual Conference.
  • Attend free member receptions and use meeting spaces at industry events year-round.

Learn and connect

  • Stay in the loop with PTC news and industry insights via Touchpoints.
  • Build connections with leaders in business, tech, academia, and policy.

Participate

  • Vote in Council elections (excluding Affiliate, Associate, and Student members).
  • Join exclusive member activities and special interest groups to make a difference!

Share

  • Keep your team up to date with PTC’s resources, programs, and news.
  • Share your company’s news with us and get featured on our media platforms!

Make a difference

  • Share your expertise at conference sessions and help shape industry conversations.
  • Get involved in groundbreaking digital infrastructure and telecom projects.
  • Lead or participate in outreach initiatives with PTC Projects to make a real impact in your community.

Ready to join PTC? Just pick a membership below and apply.

Once you’ve submitted your application and made payment, you’ll have full access to all your membership perks.

If you have any questions or need a hand, feel free to email us at membership@ptc.org—we’re always happy to help!

A message from Brian Moon, CEO of PTC

For-Profit

Number of employees
Annual dues
1-3 USD 250
4-10 USD 500
11-100 USD 1,000
101-1000 USD 2,000
1001+ USD 4,500

A for-profit entity is an organization that is commercial (i.e., for-profit) in nature. To join PTC, a for-profit entity must have a major interest in the Pacific region or be able to show a relationship with and an interest in the development of telecommunications in the region.

Note: As part of the membership application process, each organization must submit an organizational overview and indicate the total number of employees the organization employs.

Non-Profit

A non-profit entity is an organization that is officially designated as such within its state or country of origin. To join PTC, a non-profit entity must have a major interest in the Pacific region or be able to show a relationship with and an interest in the development of telecommunications in the area.

Examples of non-profit organizations include government ministries and departments, educational institutions, foundations, international organizations, and charities. Non-profit organizations do not include public or para-statal corporations such as a PTT. To determine whether an organization qualifies as a non-profit entity for membership purposes, please email membership@ptc.org.

Note: As part of the membership application process, each organization must submit an organizational overview and indicate the total number of employees the organization employs.

Number of employees
Annual dues
1-50 USD 250
51-100 USD 500
101+ USD 750

Affiliate (Restricted)

Affiliate membership is restricted to organizations that are unable to become full PTC members due to their bylaws or similar restrictions. Affiliate members may enjoy all benefits of membership except for voting in PTC elections and holding office.

Note: Affiliate member applicants must prove that the applicant’s organization is not legally qualified to apply for membership in one of the other membership categories.

Annual dues
USD 250

Individual (Restricted)

Individual – Professional Researcher/Academic
Membership is restricted to professional researchers or academics. Individuals that are part of a PTC member organization may apply for individual membership in addition to the entity membership.

Note: Applicants are required to submit a short curriculum vitae with their application.

Annual dues
USD 150

Individual Retiree
An individual who is fully retired (must not be self-employed or holding a part-time position), and who would like to continue their association with the PTC, the industry and their peers.

Individual Retiree members may enjoy all the benefits of PTC Membership.

Annual dues
USD 150

Individual For-Profit Associate *
An individual who wishes to become a member but is employed by a for-profit organization that does not wish to become a PTC Member may qualify for an Associate Membership, which is available to no more than three (3) individuals from the same organization.

An Individual For-Profit Associate Member cannot represent an entity or his or her own firm. Consultants, independent contractors, sole proprietors, etc. must apply as For-Profit entities (see above).

Individual membership is not intended to be available to those representing a For-Profit organization that is not an entity member of PTC if, in the opinion of the Secretariat, their position or decision-making authority would allow them to strongly influence their organization to become a corporate member. Thus, For example, the owner of a For-Profit organization would not be eligible for an individual membership and would be encouraged to have their organization join as a corporate member.

Note: Applicants are required to submit a short curriculum vitae with their application.

Annual dues
USD 150

Individual Non-Profit Associate *
An individual who wishes to become a member but is employed by a non-profit organization that does not wish to become a PTC Member may qualify for an Associate Membership, which is available to no more than three (3) individuals from the same organization.

An Individual Non-Profit Associate Member cannot represent an entity or his or her own organization. Consultants, independent contractors, sole proprietors, etc. must apply as For-Profit or Non-Profit entities, as appropriate (see above).

Individual Non-Profit Associate membership is not intended to be available to an officer of a non-profit organization that is not an entity member of the Council if in the opinion of the Secretariat that officer is in a position to strongly influence a decision of their organization to become an entity member of the PTC.

Note: Applicants are required to submit a short curriculum vitae with their application.

Annual dues
USD 150

* Associate members may enjoy PTC Membership benefits, with the following limitations which apply to any type of associate membership:

  • Individual Associates may not represent their organization (for-profit or non-profit).
  • Individual Associates may not reserve a suite at the Annual Conference on behalf of their For-Profit or Non-Profit organization or entity.
  • The name of their organization cannot be listed on their Annual Conference badge.
  • The name of their organization cannot be listed in the Annual Conference program.
  • The name of their organization cannot be listed in the PTC Membership database.

Student (Restricted)

Student membership is restricted to bona fide full-time students.

Note: Student membership applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and proof of student status with their application. Students must provide proof of student status again for each membership renewal.

Annual dues
Developing countries USD 25
All others USD 75