Why AMADC
The premier marketing association connecting professionals across the DMV area
You belong here.
Marketing in the DMV is unlike anywhere else — a unique mix of government, corporate, nonprofit, and academic voices all pushing the industry forward. AMADC is where those worlds collide.
As one of the oldest AMA chapters in the country, we’ve spent decades building the region’s largest marketing community — connecting professionals who are serious about their craft, their careers, and each other. Whether you’re just starting out or leading a team, AMADC is where DMV marketers come to grow.
What Drives Us
AMADC Mission
To empower marketing professionals in the DMV area through education, networking, and career development while advancing the marketing profession and creating value for our members and the broader community.
AMADC Vision
To be the premier marketing community in the DMV area, recognized for fostering innovation, excellence, and diversity in marketing while serving as the go-to resource for professional development and industry leadership.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Marketers shape narratives, create meaning, and establish societal norms — which is exactly why representation matters. AMADC is committed to building a marketing community that reflects the full diversity of the DMV we serve, where every professional regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, abilities, or faith can thrive. Learn more about DEI in marketing through AMA National’s DEI resources.
- Diverse voices in leadership and programming across all sectors and backgrounds
- Scholarships and reduced rates to ensure cost is never a barrier to participation
- Mentorship connections pairing diverse talent with established industry leaders
- DEI-focused events and thought leadership that move the conversation forward
Chapter Excellence
Each year, AMA National recognizes chapters across the country for excellence in strategy, programming, and impact — and AMADC has a long history of earning top honors.
This Year's Honors
2025
Membership Excellence
2025
Special Merit: Leadership
2025
Special Merit: Finance
2025
Special Merit: Communications & Marketing
2025
Special Merit: Collegiate & Community Outreach
2025
Platinum Continuing Excellence
A Legacy of Excellence
2024
Excellence: Finance
2024
Platinum Continuing Excellence
2023
Excellence: Programming
2023
Excellence: Communications
2023
Special Merit: Leadership
2023
Special Merit: Finance
2023
Special Merit: Community Outreach
2022
Bronze Chapter of the Year
2021
Bronze Chapter of the Year
2020
Silver Chapter of the Year
2020
Resilience (COVID-19 Response)
Join AMADC
Membership unlocks the best of both worlds — the power of a national network and the depth of a local community built specifically for DMV marketers. At just $199/year, it’s one of the best investments you can make in your career.
- Save on AMADC and national AMA events and conferences
- Earn your AMA Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) credentials at an exclusive AMADC member rate
- Access a members-only library of white papers, webcasts, and industry publications
- Tap into job postings, career tools, and local programming built for DMV marketers
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