AAAA Memberships
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The Association of African American Financial Advisors (AAAA) welcomes qualified individuals in several categories: Advisory, Affiliate, and Student Membership. Membership enables you to participate in several AAAA member-only activities, educational opportunities, networking, and recognition of your status as an experienced or emerging financial advisory professional.
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If you work for one of our corporate sponsors, your employer might cover your membership. Check our Corporate Sponsors page to see if your company is listed, and then speak with your supervisor to see if they have that option in place.
Advisory Level Membership
- Eligible candidates include those who hold or have obtained:
- FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) Series 6, 7, 9 & 10
- National Commodities Futures (NFA) Series 3
- Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) Series 63, 65 or Series 66
- Recognized Advanced Degrees or Advanced Certifications:
- MBA
- Ph. D.
- Ed. D.
- CFP® (Certified Financial Planner)
- ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant)
- PFS (Personal Financial Specialist)
- CIMA® (Certified Investment Management Analyst)
- MFP® (Master Financial Planner)
- Potential members must be engaged in financial advisory or wealth management activities with a significant focus.
- Should maintain substantial contact with individual financial or wealth advisory clients.
Membership approval is subject to the recommendation of the Membership Committee and a vote by the Board of Directors. Currently, only Advisory Members are eligible to be listed in the AAAA Consumer Financial Planning Directory.
Affiliate Level Membership
- Should have direct involvement in financial planning and/or wealth management activities or employment in financial services, tax, or a legal firm.
- Ideal for individuals who do not meet the requirements for Advisory Membership or choose not to be listed in the AAAA Consumer Financial Planning Directory.
- Benefits include:
- Access to AAAA’s extensive resources, including educational materials, industry research, and publications.
- Networking opportunities with professionals in the financial planning and wealth management field.
- Participation in AAAA events, conferences, and seminars.
- Recognition and affiliation within the AAAA community.
- Support and collaboration opportunities with fellow members.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development through knowledge exchange and engagement.
Subject to the recommendation of the Membership Committee and a vote by the Board of Directors.
Student Level Membership
About this Membership Level:
- For individuals who are enrolled as full-time students in an undergraduate program at an institution of higher learning or pursuing a master’s degree in Planning, Business, Finance, Law, Tax, or Accounting.
- Must provide proof of enrollment when filling out the forms.
- Benefits include:
- Access to valuable resources and information relevant to financial planning, finance, law, tax, and accounting.
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow student members.
- Participation in AAAA events, conferences, and seminars.
- Reduced annual dues rate, set at 50% of the Affiliate Member dues until completion of the undergraduate or graduate degree.
- Transition pathway to professional membership categories (Advisory or Affiliate Membership) upon completion of the undergraduate or graduate degree.
- Continued support and guidance from the AAAA community during the educational and professional journey.
* Please note that upon completing their undergraduate or graduate degrees, Student Members are required to reapply for membership under the appropriate guidelines for either Advisory or Affiliate Membership.
Subject to the recommendation of the Membership Committee and a vote by the Board of Directors.