AAF ORANGE COUNTY

Dedicated to creating a supportive & collaborative community.

The Orange County chapter of the American Advertising Federation was established in 1968, and continues to operate today to elevate Orange County's advertising community, through the support of our Board of Directors, volunteers and members.


We are committed to our mission, to protect and promote the wellbeing of the advertising industry through our government relationships, to provide thought leadership to our members through innovative programming, to attract top talent by supporting and growing future industry leaders via our affiliation with Ad 2 SoCal, to foster diversity in advertising, and to honor advertising excellence.


We’re a proud member of the American Advertising Federation (AAF). Headquartered in Washington, DC, the AAF is the “Unifying Voice for Advertising,” with 140+ local clubs across the U.S. representing over 35,000 advertising professionals, connecting and leading the industry. AAF helps more than 4,000 student members kickstart their careers within a 200+ college chapter network with an array of student programs.

OUR GOAL

To support, inspire and connect with Orange County’s ad community. Whether that means: attending monthly events, running for our board or helping build up the community, we’re here to provide whatever opportunities our members need.

WHAT IS

THE AAF?

Established in 1905, the American Advertising Federation (AAF) is the only organization that includes members across all disciplines and career levels in advertising, and is the host of the American Advertising Awards, the world’s largest advertising competition. Whether you’re new to the fast-paced world of advertising or a seasoned professional, the AAF is for you. The AAF is here to help you advance your career, build your connections and celebrate this ever-changing, amazing industry we work in.


Learn more about the AAF at AAF.org.

WHAT IS

AD 2?

Ad 2 is a collaborative community of passionate, forward-thinking and motivated professionals that are making a difference in their local communities and their industry. Together with the American Advertising Federation, Ad 2 fosters the professional development for advertising professionals 32 and under through public service and education in order to promote and protect the well-being of advertising.


Learn more about Ad 2 National at Ad2.org.

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