APC Memberships

APC Memberships

No matter how you slice it,
Joining is a sweet deal!

Whether you bake pies for fun or to win contests, or simply love flaky all-American treats, you deserve to enjoy the benefits available only to American Pie Council® members. The APC is the only non-profit international association for pie.

The APC is the only non-profit association for pie. The APC is a resource for all things pie-gathering statistics, referring those who want to buy pies and pie products, hosting events to showcase our members pies and serving as a credible media source for information.

If you love pie, it’s time to take your rightful place at our table and become a member of the American Pie Councill®  

No matter how you slice  it,
Joining is a sweet deal!

Whether you bake pies for fun or to win contests, or simply love flaky all-American treats, you deserve to enjoy the benefits available only to American Pie Council® members. The APC is the only non-profit international association for pie.

The APC is the only non-profit association for pie. The APC is a resource for all things pie-gathering statistics, referring those who want to buy pies and pie products, hosting events to showcase our members pies and serving as a credible media source for information.

If you love pie, it’s time to take your rightful place at our table and become a member of the American Pie Councill®  

For Pie Enthusiasts

The APC created and promotes National Pie Day on January 23 and the APC National Pie Championships® (NPC) – the only official recognition for quality pie manufacturers and bakers. It pays to be a member with discounts on all APC events, including pies entered in the APC National Pie Championships®, Pie Times advertising and NPC sponsorship/exhibitor opportunities.

For Pie Enthusiasts

The APC created and promotes National Pie Day on January 23 and the APC National Pie Championships® (NPC) – the only official recognition for quality pie manufacturers and bakers. It pays to be a member with discounts on all APC events, including pies entered in the APC National Pie Championships®, Pie Times advertising and NPC sponsorship/exhibitor opportunities.

All members receive these exclusive benefits:

  • Discount on entry fees for the APC National Pie Championships®
  • Preferred sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities at the APC National Pie Championships®
  • Subscription to Pie Times, an exclusive members-only newsletter
  • Networking opportunities
  • Brand showcasing
  • Participate in media opportunities

Amateur

Treat your inner pie master! This membership is like a bakery’s worth of knowledge while connecting you with a vibrant community of pie-passionate peers. Invest in your pie potential and watch your pie baking skills grow. 

An Amateur member is an individual who has made less than $500 from pie-related sales or prize money. An amateur member may be a home baker, an aspiring cottage industry or someone who simply loves pie.

Lifetime membership is $55.00.

Discount on Entries

Members receive a discount on pie entries for Championships!

Connect with fellow peers

From crust newbies to filling masters, we’re all here for one thing: PIE! Grab a slice, make some friends, and get baking.

Grow your pie making skills

From flaky crusts to dazzling fillings, master the art of pie with every decadent slice!

Learn from professionals

Learn expert insights, refine your technique, and elevate your baking to artistry.

Professional

Stay ahead of the curve with curated insights, emerging trends, and access to industry thought leaders. Membership is a strategic investment in your professional future while putting your brand on the map.

Professional Members are individuals who may own a bakery or cottage industry business or be a professional chef. A professional member is an individual who has made a profit of $500 or more from pie-related sales or prize money.

Annual membership is $75.00.

Business to business networking

Turn casual encounters into strategic partnerships – network with other pros at APC sponsored events.

Be featured in the APC Pie Directory

Coming in 2024, the APC will have a pie directory available for pie-lovers to locate the APC members’ businesses.

Connect with suppliers

Build connections and create lasting partnerships. Connect with the vendors who power your success.

Build your brand

Beyond products, build experiences. Elevate your brand through the defined history of the APC.

Commercial/ Independent

Membership unlocks curated access to industry professionals and businesses, trend-setting recipe collaborations, and marketing opportunities. Elevate your role beyond products and tap into a thriving community of passionate pie enthusiasts.

Commercial Members are companies and bakeries of all sizes, as well as industry suppliers and like businesses.

Annual membership based on annual pie sales.

Influence the pie industry

From ovens to online communities, you can connect, inspire, empower to champion pie’s place as a national treasure.

Generate leads & sales

Cultivate lasting relationships that translate into brand loyalty and repeat business.

Be featured in the APC Pie Directory

Coming in 2024, the APC will have a pie directory available for pie-lovers to locate the APC members’ businesses.

Reach your target audience

Engage, educate, empower: turn pie lovers into brand advocates, cultivate engagement that converts.

Sign up today for to participate in the 2024 APC National Pie Championships®