when asked why, the answer is just because.
COMMUNITY
More Than Just Advertising
As advertising professionals, the work we do can only be done with the support of our community. AAF Tampa Bay has made it a mission to find and support local organizations that uplift and uphold the greater community. Every year we choose one or multiple organizations to donate all proceeds from event sales.
2023/2024 PARTNER
Community Tampa Bay
This year, we are thrilled to support Community Tampa Bay. With the tagline of “Building a community free from discrimination,” Community Tampa Bay educates and cultivates leaders by breaking down discrimination in all of its forms. With programs like ANYTOWN, Huddle for Change, Advocacy Academy and more, Community Tampa Bay is has been changing the lives of our community for over 70 years.
Their programs train and cultivate individuals who make a difference in institutions and communities by influencing others through dialogue and cross-cultural interactions. They affect positive change when they have leaders across identities who influence culture and interrupt systemic institutional discrimination through personal relationships, advocacy, and representation.
MEMBERSHIP
Member Benefits
Your AAF membership includes event admissions, discounted awards show entries, access to members-only perks through your local chapter, and a slew of national and district-wide discounts. Check it out.
EVENTS & PROGRAMING
In addition to your local chapter’s networking events, educational programs, and get-togethers, you can join us for our ongoing district-wide thought leadership series, ADitude, and other renowned speakers from the national AAF. See what’s coming up on news and events.
AWARD ENTRIES
The first time you enter the American Advertising Awards, your membership pays for itself, because AAF members can enter the industry’s largest awards show at a significant discount. As a member, you can also participate in the annual district-wide Angel Awards that honor the best of public service advertising across Florida and the Caribbean.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
As an AAF member, you get discounts on supplies, services, travel, and more from our partner organizations. On top of these national discounts, your local chapter may have additional benefits from local supporters.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
One of the most valuable member benefits of AAF is having a voice in state and national government through our nationwide network of advertising professionals. From grassroots activities to lobbying on Capitol Hill, we do what it takes to help build a more unified and productive industry. In fact, this year, we still held our annual Ad Day on the Hill from home with our Representatives and Senators in Tallahassee.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership Levels
We welcome professionals of any age and all professions to join our organization. From advertising agencies and interactive marketing companies to video production companies and small business owners, we are a vast organization that allows you to network, learn, and promote initiatives important to our industry. Check out our membership levels below.
Individual
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 1 person
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Reduced priced tickets to AAF programs
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Exclusive Member Socials
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Discount to District & National AAF conferences
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& So Much More!
Professional
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 1 person
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One Free Single ADDY Entry
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Discounted entries to ADDYs
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Opportunity to hold an elected office within AAF Tampa Bay
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& So Much More!
Corporate Plus
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 2 people
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One Free Single ADDY Entry
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Two Complimentary ADDY Gala Tickets
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Exclusive membership benefits available to all District 4 and National American Advertising Federation (AAF) members
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& So Much More!
Business
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 3 people
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Discounted entries to ADDYs + two complementary single entries
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Opportunity to hold an elected office within AAF Tampa Bay
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Opportunity to host an event at your location or featuring your leaders
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& So Much More!
STUDENT Ad Club/Ad 2
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 1 person
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Reduced priced tickets to AAF programs
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Exclusive Member Socials
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Discount to District & National AAF conferences
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& So Much More!
Education Professional
Automatic Renewal-
Membership for 1 person
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Reduced priced tickets to AAF programs
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Exclusive Member Socials
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Discount to District & National AAF conferences
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& So Much More!
The Board of Directors is comprised of a diverse group of advertising professionals dedicated to the advocacy and advancement of the industry. Elected by AAF tampa bay membership, the Board steers the organization toward a sustainable future through sound, ethical, legal governance and financial management, and by ensuring our nonprofit organization has adequate resources to advance our mission.