Become a Shipper Member
Shipper Members are businesses operating worldwide that own or control the goods being shipped. Shipper members are non-voting members but can hold elected office in the Association.
2026–27 Limited-Time Membership Offers
New Member Offer
New members who join CLDA for 2027 between September 1 and November 30, 2026 will receive special benefits available during this promotional period.
For this promotion, New Members include:
• Organizations joining CLDA for the first time; and
• Former CLDA members who were not active members in either 2025 or 2026.
New Members pay their full 2027 membership dues when joining and receive:
• The remainder of 2026 membership at no additional cost, providing immediate access to CLDA membership benefits through December 31, 2026.
• Access to the Final Mile Forum 2027 (FMF27) member registration rate, a $300 savings compared with the non-member rate.
• Coupon for 20% Off 2028 Membership Renewal when your register for FMF27 by November 30, 2026.
• An additional $400 FMF27 Early Bird registration discount code, valid through November 30, 2026.
Membership Terms
- Membership Year. All memberships end on December 31, regardless of the date of application, unless noted otherwise during a promotional period or special circumstance. Renewing membership years are January 1 – December 31.
- Fees. All fees are paid in U.S. dollars. The standard rate for Shipper Members is $249.00 per year.
Member Benefits
- Build your business with an expanded network of industry leaders from all logistic and delivery markets.
- Affect change in the industry as a voice in Washington through CLDA lobbying efforts.
- Expand your business IQ with progressive educational programs and events that share current best practices and innovative solutions.
- Grow your network of potential carriers by utilizing CLDA’s Find a Delivery Partner online directory. CLDA members have access to expanded details about each company.
- Pursue contracts that extend into other market areas with access to the national CLDA member database.
- Stay current on the latest trends in the industry with the Monthly Dispatch Newsletter sent to your email inbox.
- Bolster your budget with discounted registration fees to the Final Mile Forum and free access to webinars and other member-only virtual events.
- Increase your profitability by reducing costs with the CLDA Member Benefits Program, which offers special deals on everyday services and programs.
- Elevate your professional image when you display the official CLDA member logo.
