AAF Suncoast to Host the American Advertising Awards Gala

For Immediate Release

Sarasota, FL (January 24, 2022) – The local chapter of the American Advertising Federation, known as AAF Suncoast is proud to host the 2022 Local American Advertising Awards at CMX CineBistro Siesta Key on Saturday, February 19.  

The American Advertising Awards, home of the ADDY® Award, is one of the industry's largest creative competitions, attracting nearly 35,000 professional and student entries each year through competitions offered through local AAF chapters.

Conducted annually by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), the local chapter phase is the first of a three-tier, national competition. Concurrently, all across the country, local entrants vie to win ADDY Awards - recognition as the very best in their markets. At the second tier, local ADDY winners compete against winners from other local clubs in one of 15 district competitions. District ADDY winners are then forwarded to the third tier, the national stage of the American Advertising Awards.

This year’s event theme is Prom Night! Please come dressed in your favorite prom attire and prepared for the main event. Cocktail hour begins at 5:30pm with the main event curtain at 7pm. The After-Party will start following the presentation of awards.  As COVID-19 continues to spread nationwide, we strongly recommend wearing a mask at all times throughout the gala and afterparty – unless outdoors or actively eating and drinking. For your safety, we also recommend keeping your vaccination status up to date with the latest CDC guidelines. Thank you for respecting these policies, and let’s have a fun night!

Come celebrate the best in advertising and purchase your tickets at www.AAF-Suncoast.com. Tickets include your first drink, dinner and entrance to the After-Party held at the CineBistro Bar. Members of AAF can purchase tickets for $65, non-member and guest tickets are priced at $90 and student pricing is $30. 

“The American Advertising Awards hosted by AAF Suncoast is the opportunity to show off how much amazing talent there is in our local area,” said AAF President Christina Maksoud, “We invite all potential businesses, trades services, agencies, and members to sponsor and partner with us at this year’s event and 2022 as a whole to support all of the creativity and strategy of our local advertising industry.

We invite local businesses and agencies to support through sponsorship packages ranging from $375-$2,000. These packages have various opportunities to be showcased not only at the American Advertising Awards, but at events and in marketing materials throughout the year. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please go to www.aaf-suncoast.com  or contact Christina Maksoud at president@adfedsuncoast.com. 

About the American Advertising Federation

The American Advertising Federation advances the business of advertising as a vital and essential part of the American economy and culture. The AAF educates policymakers, the news media and general public on the value that advertising brings to the wellbeing of the nation and develops the industry’s present and future leaders. Visit your local Sarasota/Bradenton chapter at www.AAF-Suncoast.com.