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about Ad 2 SoCal

Founded in 2021, we’re a nonprofit organization run by and for the next generation of leaders in advertising, marketing, business and design — based in Southern California.

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a national community

Ad 2 SoCal is a local community of the national Ad 2 organization, the young professionals division of the American Advertising Federation (AAF).

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.

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. 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.

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