The Triangle is home to leading technology firms, top-ranked universities, and world-class medical centers. The creative industry works hard to serve these outstanding companies and institutions by providing exceptional marketing, advertising, and publicity. The AAF or Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill is a non-profit association that strives to connect the local advertising industry. Our members tend to work in advertising, marketing, media, public relations, and other creative industries.

Why should I join?

The AAF of Raleigh-Durham protects and promotes the well-being of advertising:

• Brings members together to yield creative business solutions.
• Protects and promotes advertising at all levels of government through grassroots activities.
• Educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing.
• Provides programs to assist local association volunteer leadership.
• Presents the industry with its future leaders.
• Honors advertising excellence.
• Promotes diversity in advertising by encouraging the recruitment of people of diverse cultures.
• Applies the communication skills of its members to help solve community concerns.

As a member, you can participate in social and networking gatherings and monthly programs throughout the year. The benefits of reduced ADDY competition submission fees and event tickets are well worth the membership.

Membership Levels

Additional Benefits

• AAF Job Bank Discounted rates using the AAF Job Bank
• AAF SmartBrief Free opt-in email service
• AdCases.com 15% discount on all items in the online store
• ADWEEK Discounted subscription price Call (800) 684-1873 and mention the reference code: 585-AAF
• Advertising Age 25% off subscription Call (800) 678-9595, ask for Advertising Age circulation and identify yourself as an AAF member
• The Award Group The official awards company of the AAF
• Brandweek Substantial discounted subscription price Call (800) 684-1873 and mentioning your affiliation with the AAF.
• BusinessWire Cost-saving pricing options for electronic full-text news releases delivered Contact Gregg Castano, SVP-global sales, Business Wire, at (888) 381-WIRE (9473) or gregg.castano@businesswire.com.
• Electronic Data Payment Systems Discounts on Credit card processing program
• Events In America Free detailed information on business trade shows, events, conferences and annual meetings.
• FedEx 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 Go to: http://enrolladvantage.fedex.com/2153/ and enter promotion code 58R5R1 or call the FedEx Association Enrollment specialists toll free at (877) 269-0605.
• Hertz Up to 20% discount at participating locations Visit www.hertz.com, fill in your reservation information and ind icate that you have a "discount, coupon or other offer." On the next page, enter CDP# 1570434 in the discount plan number field. Or call the Members Only Reservations Line at (800) 654-2200 or your travel agent.
• Mediaweek 6 Free issues with no further obligation Sign up by call (800) 562-2706.
• Mutual of Omaha Insurance Most disability, life and business overhead expense plans feature reduced premiums. Simply call (800) 624-5554, and identify yourself as an AAF member.
• The New York Times 25% off home or office delivery for a full year To take advantage of this special offer, call (800) 753-7795 during business hours, Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and mention code T77AA1.
• Premiere Global Services Significant saving to members on conferencing and other managed virtual meeting solutions Contact Member Services toll free at (877) 488-2666 or visit us at www.commpartners.com/AAF, or e-mailmembers@commpartners.com
• WideEyed.com 50% discount on club site's annual website and e-mail hosting services. Choose your hosting package at www.wideeyed.com/products.htmlor call (888) 943-3393 and indicate your discount during checkout.