2026-2027 Member Benefits

May 18, 2026

Take advantage of your membership benefits! You have both local (ADvantage Card) and national benefits.

THE AAF-AKRON ADVANTAGE CARD
You can take it everywhere you go. It’s packed full of valuable discounts from area businesses and it’s valid through May 1, 2027. Members receive a physical card in the mail.

Please consider patronizing these businesses as they support AAF by donating their services to the American Advertising Awards show!

View our partner map to easily find locations.


10% off art and prints
22 N. High Street • Akron, OH 44308
xxii gallery


10% off space rental
22 N. High Street • Akron, OH 44308
Booking: call 330.800.0327
Baxters Speakeasy


10% off total order
1730 Portage Trail • Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
Big Eu’es.com



10% off concert tickets
47 E. Market Street • Akron, OH 44308
BluJazzAkron.com



10% off supper (excluding drinks)
10% off space rental

45 E. Market Street • Akron, OH 44038
CircleofFifthsAkron.com



10% off beer, food & merch
1201 E Market Street, Suite 110 • Akron, OH 44305
Eighty-ThreeBrewery.com


$50 off food truck booking 
EnticingBakery.com


$1 off first beer OR $2 off any appetizer 
Canal Place
540 S. Main Street, Suite 112 • Akron, OH 44311
MissingFalls.com


$10 off purchase of $50 or more. Dine-in or carry-out menu. 
1238 Weathervane Lane • Akron, OH 44313
SaffronPatchAkron.com


$20 off catering order of $100 or more
423 E Waterloo Rd. • Akron, OH 44319
WaterlooRestaurant.com

NATIONAL BENEFITS
When you join AAF-Akron, you join a national organization that offers invaluable resources, connections, opportunities, and national benefits. You’re eligible for discounts on products and services through an exclusive network:

AAF Career Center puts you in front of job seekers or employers in your industry. If you are looking to jump-start your career or are seeking channels to identify and recruit new talent, the AAF Job Bank can help. 

American Airlines Earn miles for your company and loyalty points for each traveler, while keeping costs in check.

AAF SmartBrief is an opt-in email news service available to the industry and delivering the most essential advertising news of the day. Easy to read email that keeps you informed.

API delivers quality, on-time production of out-of-home materials and a full array of customized point-of-purchase materials with a 5% price savings.

The Award Group Gain access to 20 different types of awards, allowing you to create a tier system that recognizes different achievement requirements; custom awards to fit your budget and aesthetic requirements.

Certified Ethical Advertising Executive Certification Receive your certification at a fraction of the cost compared to other industry professionals. The CEAE is the first and only ethical certification for advertising industry practitioners– designed by a non-partisan body of market participants, government and legal officials and consumer advocates.

Communo Are you a freelancer looking for a new opportunity? Are you an agency looking to add to your team? With Communo, you have the opportunity to do the kind of work you most desire, collaborate with industry experts, grow your team and your business.

Constant Contact’s email marketing and online survey tools help small businesses and organizations connect to customers quickly, easily, and affordably. Receive an additional 10% off the standard prepay discounts.

Experian is the leading provider of customizable mailing lists, market research reports and online print and mailing services. Receive a 15% discount on direct marketing data and services.

GE Appliances offers discounts on their entire product line. Save up to 25% off MSRP every day on the latest in high quality appliances. 

HotelPlanner Receive up to 65% off when booking travel online through HotelPlanner. Whether booking personal or group travel, a hotel, flight or much needed event space, HotelPlanner is the destination of choice for optimal choices and tremendous savings.

In My Opinion (IMO) provides insight into the buying habits and behaviors of students through custom research and key trend white papers. The company manages a diverse panel of verified students located on over 100 university and college campuses in the US.

InMobi University is a free educational resource to help marketers, advertisers and media buyers understand mobile advertising. Take courses on the fundamentals of in-app advertising to today’s most pressing topics, conveniently at your own pace. 

Lenovo Save up to 30% off the price of laptops, tablets, desktops, all-in-ones, accessories, and more! 

Member Options: Home/Auto/Renters Insurance. Save time and money on insurance. All you have to do is answer a few simple questions, online or over the phone with their licensed insurance experts. Quick, easy and convenient.

Mercury Save 10% off current shipping prices with no contract or added fees and discounts that don’t expire. Use Mercury for your time-sensitive shipments including express, same day and trade shows. 

Office Depot Save up to 80% on preferred products and receive free next-day delivery on online orders over $50.

UPS Save up to 34% on a broad portfolio of shipping services. Plus, get 50% off Next Day Air, Next Day Air Saver, Worldwide Express export, Worldwide Saver export, and Worldwide Expedited export shipments for up to four weeks after you enroll. Valid with existing UPS accounts. 

U.S. Pharmacy Card Save up to 80% on prescriptions! This includes the uninsured, underinsured, those who have high deductibles, and more. Everyone is eligible. Save at more than 59,000 pharmacies across the country.

WordStream’s easy-to-use software allows for more effective paid search and social campaigns for online advertisers. Receive a FREE report on your overall Google Ads performance, plus a discount when you sign up for the 12-Month or Annual Pre-Pay plans.

Sign in to AAF.org to learn more and unlock your national membership benefits.

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