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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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🚨 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
đź“Ť 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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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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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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Ad execs can now be professionally certified in ethics. The Institute for Advertising Ethics created a self-guided, online professional certification program that covers ethics in advertising, developing an ethical organizational culture and legal issues. Advertising is “virtually the only profession without an independent ethical standards or ethical certification,” says IAE’s Andrew Susman of the need for the program. The Institute for Advertising Ethics (IAE) has rolled out the first official version of a training and testing program to certify industry pros as ethical advertising executives.
Read MoreWith 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.
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
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.
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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Kelly Khuu and Alana Ross, seniors at UNL's College of Journalism and Mass Communications, have been selected for the American Advertising Federation's Most Promising Multicultural Students (MPMS) program. The honor connects top multicultural college students with professionals in the advertising industry and provides unique opportunities for career development and networking. Read More