The American Advertising Federation Suncoast Chapter, AAD Suncoast, is the local chapter fo the American Advertising Federation (AAF), District 4. Our mission is to make the AAD Suncoast a vital force in the lives of its members and the communities of Sarasota and Manatee counties. We will provide members useful professional development and networking opportunities and actively help them promote their businesses. We will work to increase public awareness of advertising's importance in a modern economy and act as the industry's legislative watchdog at state and local levels. AAF Suncoast members will work to improve their community through the use of their professional skills, contacts, and experience. The American Advertising Federation (AAF), headquartered in Washington, D.C., acts as the "Unifying Voice for Advertising." The AAF is the oldest national advertising trade association, representing 40,000 professionals in the advertising industry. AAF Suncoast engages the local marketing and advertising community with education, networking, competition and community involvement. Some of the benefits for AAF Suncoast members include: *Networking Events *Educational Luncheons and Workshops *Annual Addy Gala *Charity Functions We also have a student scholarship fund to help aid our up and coming stars.