Membership
Stay up-to-date on trends, rub elbows with the best in the industry and stay on top of this fast-paced environment.
Join the Best in the Business
The Roanoke Chapter of the American Advertising Federation is the only professional organization devoted entirely to the business of advertising in the Roanoke and New River valleys.
Your support maintains and supports local Public Service, Diversity, and Government Relations efforts. Our members donate advertising resources and time to local nonprofits through initiatives such as Buzz4Good.
AAF Roanoke Member Benefits
Professional Development
Further your professional education through events, workshops, and national webinars.
Business Discounts
Receive discounts from companies like FedEx, Hertz, ADWEEK, Mutual of Omaha, and others. Visit aaf.org for a complete list.
Government Relations
AAF is constantly working with federal, state, and local legislators on issues concerning the advertising industry.
National Network
AAF Roanoke membership includes district and national American Advertising Federation membership, a network of more than 40,000 communications professionals.
Recognition
The Western Virginia American Advertising Awards rewards the best of creative excellence in advertising.
Diversity
AAF helps companies leverage growth opportunities and build successful marketing and advertising teams.
Networking
Members represent the top marketers, agencies, and industry suppliers in the area, making it a great place to find a new client, job, or business opportunity.
Events
AAF Roanoke hosts events with renowned national speakers featuring interesting, timely, and relevant topics.
Join Us
We invite you to grow with us through professional development and community enrichment in the advertising industry.
$225
Individual
• Discounts on events
• Reduced awards entry fees
• National AAF member
$550
Small Business
• Discounts on events
• Reduced awards entry fees
• Three national AAF memberships
$800
Large Company
• Discounts on events
• Reduced awards entry fees
• Five national AAF memberships
$100
Legacy
• For past AAF Roanoke Presidents and members over age 65
• $10 off registrations over $25
• National and district AAF memberships
$150
Nonprofit
• Discounts on events
• Reduced awards entry fees
• National and district AAF memberships
$75
Ad 2 (Under Age 32)
• Discounts on events
• Reduced awards entry fees
• National Ad 2 membership
• $25 off for first-time members
Ad 2
For Ad/Marketing Professionals Age 32 & Under
Ad 2 Roanoke, an affiliate of AAF Roanoke, is a non-profit organization of advertising professionals ages 32 and younger. By uniting young and talented professionals, Ad 2 Roanoke represents the future of advertising in Roanoke. Whether you’re an up-and-coming professional or just a student looking to get your foot in the door, we welcome you to learn more about the benefits of being an Ad 2 Roanoke member by checking out our member benefits section below.
Lifelong Connections
Meet people in your industry that will become connections for a lifetime. Don’t believe us? Ask any AAF Roanoke member that started with Ad 2 Roanoke!
Leadership Development
Take advantage of the leadership opportunities available by joining the board. We’ll help you find a position that works best for you.
Community Involvement
Get involved with a community of advertising and marketing as we aim to better our community through public service and volunteerism.
Social Events
We like to have a good time. Join us for trivia nights, happy hours, holiday parties, and so much more. Come along and have a great time with us!