CFCA is the industry's statewide trade association representing the needs of small and minority wholesale and retail marketers of gasoline, diesel, lubricating oils, motor fuels products, and alternative fuels, including but not limited to, hydrogen, compressed natural gas, ethanol, renewable and biodiesel, and electric charging stations; transporters of those products; and retail convenience store operators. CFCA's members serve California's families, agriculture, police and fire, cities, construction, and all consumer goods moved by the delivery and transportation industries.
Whether you operate fuel retail locations, supply equipment or services, distribute fuel products, or transport petroleum, CFCA membership gives you the resources and representation needed to succeed in an evolving industry.
Membership Types We Offer
Associates
For businesses that support the petroleum and service station industries through products or services.
Brokers
For companies that manufacture or distribute transportation fuels but do not operate as marketers or refiners.
Common Carriers
For companies that transport or deliver petroleum and fuel products as part of the industry’s logistics and distribution network.
Marketers
For wholesalers selling gasoline, diesel, propane, oil heat, or alternative fuels, including companies that also operate retail fuel locations.
Refiners
For companies that process crude oil into petroleum products used for transportation, heating, road construction, and other applications.
Retailers
For businesses that sell fuel and related products directly to consumers, such as gas stations, convenience stores, auto repair shops, and tow yards.
Member Benefits
As a member, you gain access to:
Advocacy comes in many shapes and sizes and CFCA provides members with many avenues to fight for your business and the future of this industry.
Being a CFCA member means benefiting from continuous advocacy at a legislative level from our seasoned staff and partners.
CFCA members gain access to our CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, which was established to provide financial assistance to help children and employees of CFCA members further their education and professional development.
CFCA Partners
At CFCA, we are committed to developing strategic alliances with the best vendors in the industry. Members enjoy discounts and offers from our exclusive partners.
CFCA Events
CFCA EventsIn our ongoing effort to support the cause, CFCA hosts two annual events that are open to anyone within the industry, regardless of whether or not they are CFCA members.
CFCA's annual tradeshow conference, the CFCA Summit, is an engaging and comprehensive 3-day event offering you multiple ways to network with others as fuel marketers, gas stations, or even convenience store operators.
Join CFCA and unlock exclusive benefits—including $110 off your CFCA Summit registration. Become a member today and start saving while staying connected to the industry all year long.
Day at the Capitol (DATC) grants attendees the opportunity to join forces and meet with local representatives to voice their concerns regarding legislation that may affect their businesses.
As a CFCA Member, you receive $50 off your DATC registration.
We know how hard it can be to stay up-to-date with the latest legislative and regulatory news while running your business. CFCA members receive weekly industry updates through member-exclusive newsletters and alerts on upcoming policies going into effect that would affect your business.
- The Insider
- CFCA's monthly member newsletter that goes out every second Thursday of the month
- Allows members to stay informed about timely industry topics and association news whether they are in the office or on the road — all non-policy information
- Fill-Up
- CFCA's weekly regulatory newsletter that goes out to members every Wednesday
- Members get access to all kinds of details including news articles where we find lucrative information for our members, regulatory advisory and updates, coalition letters, and reminders for upcoming meetings and webinars, as well as listing our PAC contributors!
CFCA's webinars offer our members an exclusive opportunity to hear from industry leaders and experts on the latest issues facing their businesses.
Enjoy monthly, industry-specific education sessions as part of your membership benefits!
READY TO GET STARTED?
For more information, contact:
Bryan Lam
Policy & Engagement Analyst
bryan@cfca.energy
Natalie Ochoa
Development & Engagement Manager
natalie@cfca.energy
Find more detailed information on the types of memberships we offer & their respective applications.