WHAT WE DO
GUEST SPEAKERS
AMA Long Beach connects members with marketing professionals from leading brands and agencies, including SoFi, DreamWorks, Saatchi & Saatchi, and more. Through these guest speaker events, students gain real insight into different career paths, industry trends, and day to day experiences in the marketing field.
These sessions are designed to be interactive, allowing members to ask questions, build connections, and receive advice on navigating their own professional journeys.
We are proud to maintain strong relationships with top companies and agencies across Southern California, allowing us to continuously bring in a diverse range of speakers. Check out our calendar to stay updated on upcoming guest speaker events.
FIRM TOURS
Our firm tour program allows members to visit leading agencies and corporations, across Southern California. These experiences provide an inside look into how companies operate, their team culture, and the wide range of roles within the marketing industry.
Each tour includes time with professionals for a Q&A session, where members can hear firsthand about career journeys, day-to-day responsibilities, and advice on breaking into the field. These conversations allow students to gain practical insights while building meaningful connections with industry professionals.
Firm tours are also a valuable opportunity to expand your network across different industries and explore potential career paths. We believe the best way to learn is through real world exposure, so we encourage members to come prepared, ask thoughtful questions, and make the most of each experience.
INNOCEAN firm tour
DreamWorks firm tour
Saatchi & Saatchi firm tour
Workshops
Our workshop series is designed to provide members with hands on, practical experience that supports their professional growth throughout the semester. Each month, we host two workshops centered around a specific professional development theme.
The first workshop is led by our Corporate Relations team and focuses on building foundational skills such as resume development, interview preparation, and personal branding. The second workshop brings in industry professionals who provide real-world insight, share their experiences, and offer guidance aligned with that month’s theme.
By combining internal skill building with external industry perspective, our workshops are designed to help members feel more confident and prepared as they navigate their career paths.
SOCIAL EVENTS
Networking with your peers is something that we consider to be extremely valuable. For that reason, our chapter makes an effort to build experiences our members will never forget.
Every semester, we host multiple social events where our members are able to network and create long-lasting friendships. At our events, we welcome individuals from all organizations to ensure that our members have the opportunity to truly expand their network.
During the 2025-2026 academic year, we have many events planned. So far, we've hosted a beach bonfire and funny presentation social, to name a couple. We hope to see you there!
PHILANTHROPY
This year, our philanthropic partner is WAGS Pet Adoption!
WAGS Pet Adoption is a nonprofit animal shelter in Westminster, California, dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs and cats in need. They provide medical care, training, and love to every animal, giving them the best chance at finding a forever home. WAGS houses hundreds of animals at a time and creates a safe, welcoming space for pets that have been abandoned, surrendered, or found as strays.
In addition to adoptions, WAGS focuses on community education and outreach through vaccination clinics, volunteer programs, and partnerships that promote responsible pet ownership and awareness about animal welfare.
We support WAGS through fundraising, volunteering, and awareness initiatives, and we offer students the chance to join a committee to help organize our community service events. Check our calendar to see upcoming opportunities and join us in making a PAWsitive difference!