Arts & Crafts with AAF Nebraska

Join AAF Nebraska for Arts & Crafts! Monday, May 5, 2025 | 4:00 - 7:00pm | Pint Nine Brewing Company | 10411 Portal Road, Suite 104, LaVista | Get ready for an evening of creativity, craft beer, and community at Arts & Crafts, hosted by AAF Nebraska on May 5 from 4-7 PM at Pint Nine Brewing Company. Create your own masterpiece, bid on artwork and socialize!

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AAF Nebraska Professional Development Program

Challenge Accepted!

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 4 - 4:30 PM Networking, 4:30-5:30 Program| Join AAF Nebraska's presentation of three unique case studies at HopCat in Lincoln. This event features a dynamic professional development designed to elevate your skills and career.

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ON Brand 2025 Conference

🚨 Save the Date! ON Brand 2025 Conference 🚨

Mark your calendars for ON Brand 2025, where the brightest minds in advertising, marketing, communications, and PR come together for a day of insight, innovation, and inspiration!

Brought to you by AAF Nebraska, AMA Lincoln & Omaha, and PRSA Nebraska, this conference unites industry professionals for top-tier keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.

đź“… Date: July 17, 2025
📍 Location: Creighton University, Mike and Josie Harper Center

Stay tuned for speaker announcements and session details! Visit www.onbrandcon.com for more info.

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Who Won An ADDY

The American Advertising Awards is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition, attracting more than 25,000 entries each year in the three-tier competition. The mission of the American Advertising Awards is to recognize and reward the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising. Check out Who Won An ADDY 2025 American Advertising Awards "Creative Nebraska" Winners

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AAF Nebraska Named AAF Club of the Year & Cassi Warren President of the Year

Congratulations to our members, board members and president Cassi Warren! On June 1st during ADMERICA in Salt Lake City, UT, AAF Nebraska was named the AAF National Division III Club of the Year led by President of the Year Cassi Warren. Thank you to our members for your support throughout the year. Not currently a member? Find out more about AAF Nebraska today.

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Mission

With more than 275 professional and student members, the American Advertising Federation Nebraska is the unifying voice for advertising throughout Nebraska and Western Iowa. AAF Nebraska offers an organization to educate, inspire and bring an inclusive sense of community to the advertising professionals of Nebraska so that we, and future generations, can continue to do the work we love.

EVENTS

AAF Nebraska Professional Development

May 13, 2025

Challenge Accepted! Tuesday, May 13, 2025 4 - 4:30 PM Networking     4:30 - 5:30 PM Program Join AAF Nebraska's presentation of three unique case studies May 13th at HopCat in Lincoln. This event features a dynamic professional development program designed to elevate your skills and career.  Don't miss your opportunity to hear from these professionals: Case Study 1:  Eleanor Creative, Lincoln Christine Weeks, CEO and Sean Flatter, Creative Director Case Study 2:  Ervin and Smith, Omaha Abbie Perry, Marketing Strategist, Aaron Christensen, Creative Director and Kristen Kelly, Associate Creative Director Case Study 3:  Book - Crisis Response Advertising:  Navigating Brand Communication During Uncertain Times Frauke Hachtmann, Ph.D. Professor, College of Journalism and Mass Communications, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Arts & Crafts

May 5, 2025

Arts & Crafts with AAF Nebraska Monday, May 5, 2025 4:00 - 7:00pm Pint Nine Brewing Company | 10411 Portal Road, Suite 104, LaVista, NE $25 members | $35 non-members/guests | $20 students Join AAF Nebraska for Arts & Crafts! Get ready for an evening of creativity, craft beer, and community at Arts & Crafts, hosted by AAF Nebraska on May 5 from 4-7 PM at Pint Nine Brewing Company. Create Your Own Masterpiece – Design and take home a custom souvenir glass to enjoy at future shenanigans. ️ Bid on Local Art – Explore and bid on an incredible selection of work from local artists. Whether you're looking to add to your collection or simply appreciate the talent, there’s something for everyone. Sip & Socialize – Enjoy a fantastic selection of craft beers with a cash bar available throughout the event. Plus, we’ll have complimentary appetizers to keep your creative energy flowing.

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AAF Advertising Day Under the Dome Breakfast

March 26, 2025

Advertising Day Under the Dome will provide attendees with a briefing on the issues of importance facing the advertising industry as well as information on how to engage with elected representatives and officials. Attendees will spend the day meeting our state legislators at the Nebraska Capitol. A recent AAF study highlights the critical role of advertising in Nebraska’s economy, generating $38.4 billion (19% of economic activity) and supporting over 193,000 jobs (18% of the workforce)—a level well ahead of neighboring states. The advertising industry supports and drives the health of the economy. On March 26th, AAF Nebraska will meet with Nebraska lawmakers at their annual Day Under the Dome event. Join us for breakfast in Lincoln!

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NEWS

Showcase Your Art & Support the Creative Community!

April 8, 2025

We’re excited to share that AAF Nebraska’s Arts & Crafts event is making a return on May 5 at Pint Nine Brewery, and we would love your help in making it a success! We are seeking donations of artwork in any form—paintings, photography, sculpture, prints, mixed media, and more—to be auctioned off during the event. This includes art-related experiences, such as art classes, workshops, or custom commissions. All proceeds from the auction will support AAF Nebraska’s mission to educate, inspire, and foster an inclusive creative community, ensuring that we—and future generations—can continue doing the work we love. Read More

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RENZE has merged with Window Optics

March 31, 2025

RENZE, a 130-year-old provider of exhibits, branded environments, event graphics and point-of-purchase solutions, has merged with Window Optics, owned by Taylor Gautsche, and will add that company's offerings to its current line of window films.  Read More

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2025 American Advertising Awards | Creative Nebraska Winners

March 11, 2025

Congratulations to all of this year's Creative Nebraska winners in both the professional and student competitions! Read More

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