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AAF METRO PHOENIX INC

Scottsdale, AZ · EIN 860085537 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · aafphx.com
revenue
$173K
expenses
$232K
net assets
$27K
employees
mission · from form 990

To further the activities which will make advertising best function as an economic factor in the interest of both buyer and seller, by giving the public a better understanding and increased confidence in advertising as an aid to buying. To provide educational support and opportunities for discussion to those interested in advertising.

profile · synthesized from sources

AAF Metro Phoenix Inc is a professional association dedicated to advancing the advertising industry in the Phoenix area. Since 1937, it has united advertising professionals through events, awards, education, and advocacy. The organization supports career development, recognizes creative excellence via the ADDY Awards, and fosters community among industry leaders, agencies, and students.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

ADDY Awards
Hosts the annual American Advertising Awards, a major regional competition recognizing creative excellence in advertising across professional and student categories.
Education / Scholarships
Supports student development and career readiness in advertising through educational programs, scholarships, and engagement with college chapters.
Government Affairs
Monitors and advocates on local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising industry and maintains relationships with policymakers.
Professional Development Programs
Offers monthly programs and events focused on professional growth, networking, and industry knowledge for advertising professionals.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Professional Association Member Engagement & Development 13 activities
    • Member Recruitment and Engagement
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. actively recruits, retains, and engages members within the advertising community.
    • Member Recruitment and Engagement
      AAF Metro Phoenix actively recruits, retains, and engages members within the advertising community.
    • Member Recruitment and Engagement
      The organization actively recruits, retains, and engages members to support the Phoenix advertising community.
    • Member Recruitment and Engagement
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. actively recruits, retains, and engages members to support the Phoenix advertising community, with the board meeting monthly to create events and activities for this purpose.
    • Offer Professional Development and Education
      AAF Metro Phoenix provides monthly professional development opportunities and ongoing education for advertising and business professionals. They also develop activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers, aiming to sustain and improve the future of advertising and marketing in Phoenix.
    • Professional Development and Education
      AAF Metro Phoenix provides monthly professional development opportunities for the Phoenix community, offers ongoing education for advertising and business professionals, and develops activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers.
    • Provide professional development and educational programming
      Offers monthly professional development opportunities and creates activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers, as well as providing ongoing education for advertising and business professionals in the Phoenix area.
    • Provides professional development and educational programs
      Offers monthly professional development opportunities and creates activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers, as well as provides ongoing education for advertising and business professionals in the Phoenix area.
    • Providing Professional Development and Education
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. offers monthly professional development opportunities for the Phoenix advertising community, including ongoing education for advertising and business professionals, and develops activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers.
    • Providing Professional Development and Education
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. offers monthly professional development opportunities for advertising and business professionals and develops activities to expand students' knowledge and confidence in advertising careers, aiming to sustain and improve the future of advertising and marketing in Phoenix.
    • Recruit and engage members of the advertising community
      Conducts ongoing efforts to recruit, retain, and engage members in the Phoenix advertising industry.
    • Recruits and engages members of the advertising community
      Conducts ongoing efforts to recruit, retain, and engage members in the Phoenix advertising industry.
    • Support advertising industry standards and community initiatives
      Engages members in advertising standards programs, college educational programs, and government relations to enhance the advertising industry in the Phoenix region.
  • Marketing Professional Development & Networking 8 activities
    • Hosting Networking and Community Events
      The organization hosts consistent monthly networking events, theme parties, and an annual Ad Bowl event to foster community and provide networking opportunities for the advertising professionals in Phoenix.
    • Hosting Networking and Community Events
      The organization hosts regular networking events, including a consistent monthly networking event, and theme parties for the advertising community in Phoenix. They also organize an annual "Ad Bowl" event.
    • Hosts monthly networking events for the advertising community
      Organizes regular monthly networking events featuring food, guest speakers, and theme parties to support connection and engagement within the Phoenix advertising community.
    • Networking and Community Events for Advertising Professionals
      The organization hosts consistent monthly networking events, theme parties, and an annual Ad Bowl event to foster community and connection among advertising professionals in the Phoenix area.
    • Organize regular networking and social events for the advertising community
      Hosts monthly networking events, theme parties, and an annual Ad Bowl event to support engagement and connection within the Phoenix advertising community.
    • Plan and coordinate board-led events and activities
      The board meets monthly to plan and create events and activities that support the Phoenix advertising community.
    • Produces the annual Ad Bowl event
      Organizes and hosts the annual Ad Bowl event as a signature program to engage the local advertising industry.
    • Provide Networking and Community Events
      The organization hosts consistent monthly networking events and theme parties for the advertising community in Phoenix, featuring food, guest speakers, and opportunities for connection. They also organize an annual Ad Bowl event.
  • Advertising Awards and Hall of Fame Programs 6 activities
    • Host and manage the American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards) program
      Oversees the annual ADDY® Awards competition, including managing digital submissions, notifying entrants of results by mid-February, facilitating duplicate award orders, and hosting the gala event in Phoenix. The program is described as the world's largest advertising competition.
    • Host the American Advertising Awards (ADDY® Awards)
      AAF Metro Phoenix organizes and hosts the annual American Advertising Awards (ADDY® Awards) competition and gala, which is the world's largest advertising competition. This includes managing the entry process, facilitating digital submissions, notifying entrants of results, and organizing related events like the Media Preview and the awards gala.
    • Manages and hosts the American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards)
      Oversees the full lifecycle of the ADDY Awards, the world's largest advertising competition, including managing digital submissions, notifying entrants of results by mid-February, hosting the annual gala (e.g., March 13, 2026, at RNDC Seventh & Union Building), and facilitating duplicate award orders.
    • Organizing the American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards)
      AAF Metro Phoenix organizes and manages the annual American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards) competition, which is the world's largest advertising competition. This includes managing the entry process, facilitating digital submissions, notifying entrants of results, hosting an annual awards gala, and facilitating duplicate award orders.
    • Organizing the American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards)
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. oversees and manages the annual American Advertising Awards competition, including the entry process (digital submissions), judging, notification of results, and hosting the annual awards gala and a Media Preview event. This competition is described as the world's largest advertising competition.
    • Organizing the American Advertising Awards (ADDY Awards)
      AAF Metro Phoenix Inc. oversees and manages the annual American Advertising Awards competition, including the entry process (digital submissions), judging, notification of results, and hosting the annual awards gala and a Media Preview event. This competition is described as the world's largest advertising competition.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Advocacy for the Advertising Industry
      The organization monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, establishes relationships with legislators, and builds legislative awareness among its members, including maintaining a grassroots notification system for legislative issues.
    • Advocacy for the Advertising Industry
      The organization monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, establishes relationships with legislators, builds legislative awareness among members, and participates in relevant district conference calls to enhance the advertising industry in Phoenix.
    • Advocacy for the Advertising Industry
      The organization monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, establishes relationships with legislators, builds legislative awareness among its members, and participates in relevant district conference calls to enhance the advertising industry in Phoenix.
    • Advocate for the Advertising Industry
      The organization monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, establishes relationships with legislators, and builds legislative awareness among its members. They also maintain a grassroots notification system for legislative issues and participate in District 12 conference calls.
    • Advocate for the advertising industry through government relations
      Monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, builds relationships with legislators, maintains a grassroots notification system, raises legislative awareness among members, and participates in regional advocacy calls.
    • Advocates for the advertising industry through government relations
      Monitors local, state, and federal legislation affecting the advertising business, builds relationships with legislators, maintains a grassroots notification system, raises legislative awareness among members, and participates in District 12 conference calls.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$173K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$152K88%
Investment income$90%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$232K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$47K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$27K
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +140.2%
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • AAF National Network — Provides credentials for accessing the Judges Portal for the American Advertising Awards.
  • AAF National Partner — Provides credentials for access to the Judges Portal for the American Advertising Awards.
  • American Advertising Federation (AAF) Network — Proud member of the American Advertising Federation (AAF), which is headquartered in Washington, DC and is the "Unifying Voice for Advertising".
  • American Advertising Federation (AAF) Network — Proud member of the American Advertising Federation (AAF), which is the "Unifying Voice for Advertising" with 140+ local clubs.