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Regulatory Officials | Academia | Medical Professionals | Scientists
The Expert Contributor Membership is designed for qualified subject matter experts who are committed to advancing informed dialogue, public health alignment, and responsible industry progress within the tattoo and body art sector.
This membership level connects regulatory officials, academic researchers, medical professionals, scientists, and other technical experts to structured discussions, working groups, and educational forums through Inktegrity.
(If you are unsure whether you qualify as an Expert Contributor, contact us before applying. This membership is limited to the individuals and organizations listed above. All other applicants should select a Monthly or Discounted Annual Membership.)
What This Membership Provides
Access to committee discussions and working groups
Direct engagement with manufacturers, practitioners, and policy leaders
Education on products, product uses, manufacturing practices, and risk considerations to support informed enforcement, regulatory development, and modification
Opportunity to contribute technical insight toward evolving industry standards
Recognition as a subject matter contributor within the platform
This position is non-voting. The Expert Contributor body may have one representative seat on the Inktegrity Board of Directors to ensure technical perspective is represented at the governance level.
Who Should Apply
Federal, state, or local regulatory officials
Academic researchers and professors
Physicians, dermatologists, and medical specialists
Toxicologists, chemists, microbiologists
Public health and compliance professionals
This membership level is provided free of charge to preserve independence, encourage broad expert participation, and remove financial barriers to technical collaboration.
Inktegrity is committed to building a credible, transparent platform where technical expertise informs progress. The Expert Contributor Membership ensures that standards, education, and policy discussions are grounded in science and public health principles.
Practitioners & Studios
Practitioners — $180/year or $17.99/month
Studios — $250/year or $25/month (includes up to 10 artists)
For working professionals and studios who want aligned education and a credible industry direction.
Includes:
Member portal access + education briefings
Practical safety and documentation guidance for professional use
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Distributors
Standard — $1,800/year or $180/month
Designed to reduce risk in sourcing, handling, and escalation.
Includes:
Distributor compliance pack (supplier request list, lot tracking, complaint escalation)
Marketing trust toolkit (how to speak about compliance responsibly)
Network access to aligned manufacturers + service partners
Group office hours + scenario-based guidance (returns, holds, labeling)
Direct access to internal consultants
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Premium — $3,000/year or $300/month
For distributors who need faster response and higher-confidence supplier verification.
Everything in Standard, plus:
Priority support lane (faster guidance when issues pop up)
Supplier verification playbook + supplier scorecard template
Quarterly invite-only network briefing (trends, risks, actions)
Enhanced listing + co-marketing eligibility for aligned initiatives
Discounts (TBD) on consultation services
Manufacturers
Standard — $1,800/year or $180/month
Built for manufacturers who want readiness, structure, and a defensible system.
Includes:
MOCRA/FDA + EU REACH readiness maps + checklists
Label and claims guardrails to reduce enforcement risk
Traceability + batch discipline kit (including a mock recall checklist)
Group office hours + peer working sessions
Preferred pricing with approved partners (as available)
Direct access to internal consultants
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Premium — $3,000/year or $300/month
For manufacturers seeking priority support, deeper review, and stress testing.
Everything in Standard, plus:
Priority support lane (faster responses, pre-submitted questions)
Quarterly 1:1 compliance review + action plan (operational, non-legal)
Mock audit / tabletop inspection to stress-test your system
Early access to new templates + policy updates
Enhanced member listing + committee eligibility
CONSULTANTS / THIRD PARTY COMPANIES
$1,000 per month (Non-Voting)
Access to tools and relevant resource libraries
Designated committee and access to other committees
Access to Industry feedback
*All consultants and third party membership applications will be vetted and voted on by committee to ensure alignment with TIMA’s and Inktegrity’s missions
Membership dues to TIMA, a nonprofit trade association currently in the process of applying for recognition as a 501(c)(6) tax-exempt organization with the Internal Revenue Service, are not charitable contributions. Deductibility of dues as ordinary and necessary business expenses has not been determined and should be evaluated in consultation with a qualified tax advisor. Memberships may be canceled at any time to prevent future renewals; access remains active through the end of the current billing period.
Practitioners & Studios
Practitioners — $180/year or $17.99/month
Studios — $250/year or $25/month (includes up to 10 artists)
For working professionals and studios who want aligned education and a credible industry direction.
Includes:
Member portal access + education briefings
Practical safety and documentation guidance for professional use
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Distributors
Standard — $1,800/year or $180/month
Designed to reduce risk in sourcing, handling, and escalation.
Includes:
Distributor compliance pack (supplier request list, lot tracking, complaint escalation)
Marketing trust toolkit (how to speak about compliance responsibly)
Network access to aligned manufacturers + service partners
Group office hours + scenario-based guidance (returns, holds, labeling)
Direct access to internal consultants
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Premium — $3,000/year or $300/month
For distributors who need faster response and higher-confidence supplier verification.
Everything in Standard, plus:
Priority support lane (faster guidance when issues pop up)
Supplier verification playbook + supplier scorecard template
Quarterly invite-only network briefing (trends, risks, actions)
Enhanced listing + co-marketing eligibility for aligned initiatives
Discounts (TBD) on consultation services
Manufacturers
Standard — $1,800/year or $180/month
Built for manufacturers who want readiness, structure, and a defensible system.
Includes:
MOCRA/FDA + EU REACH readiness maps + checklists
Label and claims guardrails to reduce enforcement risk
Traceability + batch discipline kit (including a mock recall checklist)
Group office hours + peer working sessions
Preferred pricing with approved partners (as available)
Direct access to internal consultants
Participation as a VOTING MEMBER in roundtables and committees and working groups (as available)
Premium — $3,000/year or $300/month
For manufacturers seeking priority support, deeper review, and stress testing.
Everything in Standard, plus:
Priority support lane (faster responses, pre-submitted questions)
Quarterly 1:1 compliance review + action plan (operational, non-legal)
Mock audit / tabletop inspection to stress-test your system
Early access to new templates + policy updates
Enhanced member listing + committee eligibility
CONSULTANT / THIRD PARTY COMPANIES
$10,000 Annually
Access to relevant tools and resource libraries
Dedicated Committee and other committees
Access to industry feedback
Premium placement on TIMA and Inktegrity marketing
*All Consultant and Third Party Company applications are vetted and voted on by committee to ensure alignment with Tima’s and Inktegrity’s missions.
Membership dues to TIMA, a nonprofit trade association currently in the process of applying for recognition as a 501(c)(6) tax-exempt organization with the Internal Revenue Service, are not charitable contributions. Deductibility of dues as ordinary and necessary business expenses has not been determined and should be evaluated in consultation with a qualified tax advisor. Memberships may be canceled at any time to prevent future renewals; access remains active through the end of the current billing period.
Inktegrity Sponsorships directly support independent research, education, and transparency initiatives within the tattoo and body art industry.
Inktegrity is a nonprofit organization that has applied for recognition as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity and is currently awaiting IRS determination. It is dedicated to advancing science-based standards, public education, and collaborative solutions that promote safety, integrity, and long-term sustainability across the industry. Sponsorship funding supports research projects, educational programming, industry resources, and outreach efforts that benefit practitioners, manufacturers, regulators, and the public alike.
Each sponsorship level includes distinct benefits and recognition opportunities aligned with the level of support provided. Specific benefits vary by sponsorship tier and are outlined below.
Silver Sponsor — $5,000
Logo placement and sponsor listing on the Inktegrity website and in the annual report
Recognition in monthly sponsor briefings
Two (2) seats at the annual summit
Early access to the annual report
**Industry and Trade members receive a standard membership FREE (up to a $1,800 dollar value)
Gold Sponsor — $10,000
Includes all Silver benefits, plus:
Featured sponsor placement
Sponsor spotlight opportunity (article or interview)
Four (4) seats at the annual summit
Participation opportunity in an educational session or program
**Industry and Trade members receive a premium membership FREE (up to a $3,000 dollar value)
Platinum Sponsor — $20,000
Includes all Gold benefits, plus:
Presenting sponsor option for one Inktegrity initiative
Six (6) summit seats plus a private sponsor briefing
Optional scholarship or training program naming recognition
Highest-visibility sponsor placement across Inktegrity materials
**Industry and Trade members receive 2 premium memberships or 2 years of a premium membership FREE (up to a $6,000 dollar value)
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