About the American Advertising Federation

The American Advertising Federation (AAF) headquartered in Washington, D.C., acts as the "Unifying Voice for Advertising." The oldest national advertising trade association, AAF represents 40,000 professionals in the advertising industry, with a national network of 200 clubs. Through its 226 college chapters, the AAF provides 8,000 advertising students with real-world case studies and recruitment connections to corporate America. The AAF also has nearly 100 blue-chip corporate members that are advertisers, agencies and media companies, comprising the nation's leading brands and corporations.

About AAF-Suncoast

The American Advertising Federation-Suncoast, a not-for-profit organization, is dedicated to the advancement of the art and business of advertising through professional education, legislative efforts and community service.

The AAF-Suncoast meets regularly, hosting speakers on various industry topics.  In addition, the AAF-Suncoast hosts the advertising community’s most prestigious event, the ADDY Awards, held each year. Membership is open to anyone who is involved in the advertising, media, communications and creative services industry in Sarasota and Manatee counties.