Professional Associations

Visit http://www.fpra-orlando.org/ for more information on the Orlando chapter.

Ad2 Orlando is the young professionals division of the American Advertising Federation-Orlando and is exclusive to individuals ages 18 to 32. Ad2 exists solely to address the needs of young people interested in advertising, marketing and public relations. Visit http://www.ad2orlando.org/ for more information or join the "Ad2 Orlando :: Young Professionals in Advertising" Facebook group to find important information/updates and to get connected with other members.

American Advertising Federation (AAF): is the oldest national advertising trade association, representing 50,000 professionals in the advertising industry, acting as the "unifying voice for advertising." Membership fees are $130 and $75 for non-profit members. For students, AAF offers Ad2 for young professionals (see Student Associations).

American Marketing Association (AMA): is the largest marketing association in North America. It is a professional association for individuals and organizations involved in the practice, teaching and study of marketing worldwide. Visit http://www.amacentralflorida.org/ for more information on the Orlando chapter.

Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA): is the largest and oldest association of public relations professionals in the state of Florida. For students, the UCF chapter of this association is "Quotes" (see Student Associations). Visit http://www.fpra-orlando.org/for more information on the Orlando chapter.

Public Relations Society of America (PRSA): is the world's largest organization for public relations professionals with nearly 20,000 members organized into 116 chapters worldwide. The Orlando chapter represents members that are a diverse mix of mid- to senior-level practitioners with a passion and commitment to engaging and growing the practice of public relations in Central Florida. Visit http://www.prsaorlando.org/ for more information on the Orlando chapter.