By the end of this page, you will see why joining the American Advertising Federation of Orange County is a truly genius idea—with its extensive discounts to industry events, professional seminars, and countless networking opportunities.
Plus, as a member of the nationally recognized AAF OC, you will also…
Learn about trends in the industry, gain some knowledge, and meet influential leaders at one of our many seminars that feature a variety of topics. Can non-members go? Of course. Can non-members get early access and purchase discount tickets? They sure cannot.
And then network some more. From beach bashes and speaker series to mixers and Super Bowl commercial parties (yep, we said Super Bowl), you’ll be able to meet, schmooze, and connect with other advertising professionals and businesses in the area, chat with old colleagues, and get a chance to meet new ones.
BENEFIT FROM AAF NATIONAL PERKS
As an AAF OC member, you automatically become a member of the National American Advertising Federation, accompanied with a whole slew of its own perks and advantages. Here are just a few:
AAF Job Bank: If you are looking to jump-start your career or are seeking channels to identify and recruit new talent, the AAF can help! The AAF Job Bank, part of the Marketing Career Network, is a valuable benefit of your AAF membership, putting you directly in front of job seekers or employers in your industry. A
AAF Visa Credit Card: The Most Rewarding Card of AllSM Earn points and get what you want-cash, travel, merchandise, and gift certificates. Your AAF affiliation entitles you to apply for a custom-designed AAF Visa Card. There is no annual fee and a low 5.9% fixed introductory offer good for five months, with a go-to of Prime +6.9%.
Ad-ology: The science of applying consumer insights for strategic advertising and marketing. Our affordable research focuses on the specific demographic, psychographic, geographic, or vertical market segments most likely to be your best customers – as well as their needs, wants, and what motivates them. Ad-ology Research is used by over 2,000 advertising agencies, media properties, economic gardening programs and corporate marketing departments across North America, and is sourced by leading trade and consumer media. AAF members can save 15% on any Ad-ology PRO subscription package or single report purchase.
Adweek: The definitive source of news and information for advertising executives, Adweek covers the stories that move the needle in the advertising and media communities. As a benefit of your AAF membership, Adweek offers a substantial discounted subscription price to all AAF members. With in-depth analysis, features and commentary in print and up-to-the-minute news updates online, no other source covers your business like Adweek.
FedEx® Shipping: Through your membership in AAF, your business can enjoy FedEx reliability and special savings on a variety of FedEx Services. All you have to do is sign up. Opening an account is free and there is no shipping requirement. If you already have a FedEx account, your AAF discount can be set up using that existing account, no problem. Save up to 20% on select FedEx Express® services, Save up to 12% on select FedEx Ground® services, Save up to 18% on select FedEx Express® International services, Save up to 20% on select FedEx OfficeSM services.
During advertising’s biggest time of the year, your membership will get you the biggest benefits. Save on the cost of your ADDY entries? Check. Discounts on your ticket to the award show and gala? Done. Bragging rights, alcohol, and Snapchat photo ops? You better believe it.
AAF SmartBrief: An opt-in e-news service available to AAF members — delivers the most essential advertising news of the day. By hand selecting only the critical industry news from hundreds of media sources and condensing it into a succinct, easy to read e-mail, AAF SmartBrief will save you time and keep you informed. AAF SmartBrief’s 18,000 readers rave about this must-have news source. SmartBrief is Available FREE with your AAF membership.
AdCases.com: Portfolio, Presentation and Shipping Cases. The advertising industry’s one-stop online source for portfolios, shipping cases and presentation cases is offering AAF Members a 15 percent discount on all items in their online store. Visit www.AdCases.com to browse their selection of unique and hard-to-find cases for presenting and transporting artwork and collateral. Same-day express shipping is available on most items ordered by one p.m. eastern.
Advertising Age: Save 25 percent on your Advertising Age subscription. The AAF member price on renewals and new subscriptions is only $74.00, a $25.00 savings off the published subscription price of $99.00.
Hertz: Hertz is offering AAF members up to a 20% discount at participating locations in the U.S. and around the world.