Members in the International Reciprocal Trade Association (IRTA) are the best of the best when it comes to reputation and integrity. They represent the exchanges that have and continue to positively define the barter industry by successfully delivering the value of trade through barter to many businesses in their area and throughout the world.

IRTA members are leaders. They support and participate in efforts to continually upgrade the way businesses and the public use reciprocal trade. IRTA members are successful barter exchanges with growing commercial and corporate memberships, with a commitment to operating with integrity. Because IRTA members agree to answer to a group of peers should their actions as a reputable trade exchange be questioned, businesses that offer their goods and services through an IRTA member barter network, can be confident that they will live up to this commitment.

IRTA's membership standards require that trade exchanges, and other organizations that operate in a cash alternative environment, agree to abide by a Code of Ethics. That Code of Ethics ensures that members are concerned both with managing a thriving, sustainable business and with providing top-notch customer service and education.

To enhance the visibility of reciprocal trade, and barter in particular, IRTA is active in promoting the benefits of the Modern Trade and Barter Industry. That includes serving as a point-of-contact for the industry and initiating media outreach on a regular basis.  IRTA's Internet presence also serves as a marketing channel for members, which are listed on the site in our Membership Directory and have links to their own sites. That link from a recognized industry resource provides enhanced credibility to members that can result in a higher Google tm ranking.

Access to other experienced members is another member benefit, providing networking opportunities and industry- specific information sharing you’re unlikely to find anywhere else. You'll gain valuable contacts and insight by participating in the annual IRTA conference, which members attend at a reduced rate.

IRTA members are also able to participate in the Certified Trade Broker (CTB) program, which tests and certifies trade exchange employees who demonstrate a level of experience and expertise. Being able to offer certification to exchange brokers or employees is a valuable tool, both for professional development as well as marketing.

Additionally, IRTA members are able to participate in the Universal Currency (UC) program at reduced rates. Access to the UC enables exchanges to greatly expand offerings to their members well beyond their own network.

If you're interested in increasing your exchange's visibility, reputation and trade volume, we hope you’ll consider joining IRTA.