AAF SmartBrief— an opt-in e-news service available to AAF members — delivers the most essential advertising news of the day. By hand selecting only the critical industry news from hundreds of media sources and condensing it into a succinct, easy to read e-mail, AAF SmartBrief will save you time and keep you informed. AAF SmartBrief’s 10,000 readers rave about this must-have news source. SmartBrief is Available FREE with your AAF membership. Visit www.smartbrief.com/aaf today to view a sample issue and sign up!

 

AdCases.com – Portfolio, Presentation and Shipping Cases
The advertising industry’s one-stop online source for portfolios, shipping cases and presentation cases is offering AAF Members a 15 percent discount on all items in their online store. Visit www.AdCases.com to browse their selection of unique and hard-to-find cases for presenting and transporting artwork and collateral. Same-day express shipping is available on most items ordered by one p.m. eastern. Contactsales@AdCases.com or call Rose Bennett at (800) 688-4745 to receive your AAF member discount code for 15 percent off at checkout from www.AdCases.com .

 

Adweek — The definitive source of news and information for advertising executives, Adweek covers the stories that move the needle in the advertising and media communities. As a benefit of your AAF membership, Adweek offers Six Free Trial Issues to all AAF members and a considerably discounted subscription price. With in-depth analysis, features and commentary in print and up-to-the-minute news updates online, no other source covers your business like Adweek . Start your Six-Week Trial subscription today by clicking here or call (800) 562-2706.

 

Advertising Age — Save 25 percent on your Advertising Age subscription. The AAF member price on renewals and new subscriptions is only $74.00, a $25.00 savings off the published subscription price of $99.00. Call (800) 678-9595, ask for Advertising Age circulation and identify yourself as an AAF member to take advantage of the discount.

American Advertising Federation Visa Credit Card – The Most Rewarding Card of All^SM
Earn points and get what you want-cash, travel, merchandise, and gift certificates. Only the WorldPoints^SM card gives you the freedom to choose so much, so easily—and with no annual fee.
Simply call (800) 438-6262 (TYY users (800) 833-6262) to apply! Be sure to mention priority code G 1 V 5.

• Earn 1 point for every $1 in purchases.
• Redeem WorldPoints^SMfor travel, merchandise, and unlimited cash rewards – now with easy online redemption, too!
• Access your secure account online and use the electronic bill payment service, or speak to a personal Customer assistant 24/7.

Brandweek is the leading source of news and information in the U.S. marketing industry. Focusing on marketing strategies and services, brand identity, media usage and promotions, Brandweek is an indispensable tool for brand marketers, large and small. In partnership with AAF, Brandweek invites all AAF members to enjoy Six Free Issues with no further obligation. Click here to start your trial subscription today. Or call (800) 562-2706 and take advantage of this special offer by mentioning your affiliation with the AAF.

Business Wire and the AAF have developed a strategic relationship that provides AAF members with access to Business Wire’s worldwide media distribution services and preferred benefits and member services. Business Wire electronically delivers full-text news releases directly to editorial desktops in newsrooms worldwide. The agreement provides AAF’s 130 corporate members and 210 regional club members with cost-saving pricing options as a benefit of association membership. To take advantage of this offer as an AAF member, contact Gregg Castano, SVP-global sales, Business Wire, at (888) 381-WIRE (9473) or gregg.castano@businesswire.com.

 

Cobalt Web Hosting, the official hosting provider of the AAF Web site, is proud to offer AAF members a special 10 percent discount on Shared Web Hosting. Cobalt hosting clients enjoy the facilities of Intel’s Tier One Data Center and the hands-on customer service of Cobalt’s technical staff. To learn how Cobalt can cost-effectively host your Web site, call (888) 4Cobalt ((888) 426-2258) or visit their Web site at www.cobalt.net.

FedEx® Shipping

Few things are as important to your business as reliability, and FedEx delivers with reliability you can depend on day in and day out. And now, through your membership in AAF, your business can enjoy FedEx reliability and special savings on a variety of services. All you have to do is sign up. Opening an account is free and there is no shipping requirement. If you already have a FedEx account, your AAF discount can be set up using that existing account, no problem.

• Save up to 20 percent on select FedEx Express® services
• Save up to 12 percent on select FedEx Ground® services
• Save up to 13 percent on select FedEx Express® International services

To take advantage of this benefit call the FedEx Association Enrollment specialists toll free at (877) 269-0605. After completing the enrollment process on the phone, you will receive your shipping information in just a few days.

Note: Call (877) 269-0605 for more information on which services are discounted. Exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, or special handling fees. FedEx service marks used by permission.

Hertz is offering AAF members up to a 20 percent discount at participating locations in the U.S. and around the world. Please visit www.hertz.com, fill in your reservation information and indicate that you have a “discount, coupon or other offer.” On the next page, enter CDP# 1570434 in the discount plan number field. Or call the Members Only Reservations Line at (800) 654-2200 or your travel agent.

Magnet Mail E-mail Blast/Fax Services allow you to create, distribute and track high-impact HTML e-mail messages and newsletters through MagnetMail. This AAF endorsed, Web-based e-marketing service allows you to manage broadcast e-mail and faxing with ease directly from your desktop. Send a fax automatically to bounced e-mail addresses and e-mail to undelivered fax recipients. Utilize integrated tracking to gauge the performance of your e-mail and fax campaigns. Plus, AAF members receive a 10 percent discount on Magnet Mail services! For more details, visit the program Web site at www.realmagnet.com/aaf, e-mailmembers@commpartners.com, or call (877) 488-2666.

Mediaweek is the only ad-trade magazine offering in-depth coverage of all the major ad-supported media—network TV, cable TV, syndication, TV stations, radio, print and interactive media—tracking programming and content decisions and how advertising dollars follow them. It is the definitive source for media buyers, as well as a must-read for ad-sales, programming and editorial executives across all the major media. Join the leaders of the media and advertising communities by starting your subscription to Mediaweek today. This special offer, for AAF members only, entitles you to Six Free Issues with no further obligation. Sign up online at by clicking here or call (800) 562-2706.

Mutual of Omaha Insurance: Disability, Life and Business Overhead Expense coverages are available to AAF members through the Mutual of Omaha Companies. Most plans feature reduced premiums. Simply call (800) 624-5554, and identify yourself as an AAF member. There is no cost or obligation. For more information, visit www.mutualofomaha.com/aaf/index .

 

The New York Times- Now the convenience of New York Times delivery is available to AAFmembers at a special discount! Save 25 percent on the cost of home (or office) delivery for a full year. Weekdays in The Times you’ll find unrivaled coverage of national and international news, including news and commentary on media and advertising, and renowned feature sections like Science Times, House & Home and Dining In/Dining. Enjoy fresh perspectives on Sunday from Arts & Leisure, Book Review, Sunday Styles and The New York Times Magazine . Plus, when you subscribe, you’ll also get Times Reader, the digital newspaper that reads like the real thing. Times Reader, a new downloadable PC application from The Times , takes you beyond the traditional online experience and gives you the look and feel of reading a printed paper with the functionality of the Web.

To take advantage of this special offer, call (800) 753-7795 during business hours and mention code T77AA1.

This offer is available only in areas served by The New York Times Delivery Service and to individuals who have not had home delivery of The Times within the past 90 days and who are not currently subscribers. Your credit card will be automatically billed in advance for each four-week billing period. TimesReader is currently available for Windows XP or Windows Vista operating systems. A version for Macintosh users is planned.

Premiere Global Services: Significant saving to members on conferencing and other managed virtual meeting solutions from Premiere Global Services. Choose audio, video, Web or Webcast solutions. Comprehensive programs bring you seamless, turnkey events reinforced by exceptional customer service and support. Contact Member Services toll free at (877) 488-2666 or visit us at www.commpartners.com/AAF, or e-mail members@commpartners.com, to set up your account today!