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Consumer Privacy

As legislators and regulators in Congress and the states continue to address privacy concerns in a fragmented fashion, agencies are often left with questions as to what exactly they are being asked to do, and how exactly they should go about accomplishing it.  Privacy can be an amorphous topic to wrap your head around, so we’re here to help.

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Consumer Privacy
Diversity/BIPOC

For decades, we have been deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within the advertising industry. We hear and see our Black colleagues and stand up as anti-racist. It is up to all of us to continue to play a role in dismantling the racial issues in our country and we call on all of our members to continue to do the work that will drive change.

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Diversity/BIPOC
Programmatic

As programmatic media evolves, our thinking must evolve with it.  As buyers and sellers continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, agencies need advice and guidance from a trusted source.  The 4A’s is here to help.

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Programmatic
Brand Safety & Suitability

With technology providing numerous options for consumer access to content, we collectively have the responsibility to safeguard consumers and the brands we work with to ensure balanced environments where brands and consumers can coexist with trust.

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Brand Safety & Suitability

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