ON Brand 2026 Conference

🚨 Save the Date! ON Brand 2026 Conference 🚨

Mark your calendars for ON Brand 2026, 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 16, 2026
📍 Location: Creighton University, Mike and Josie Harper Center

Visit www.onbrandcon.com for more info.

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AAF Nebraska Named AAF Club of the Year & Cody Felber President of the Year

Congratulations to our members, board members and president Cody Felber! On May 30th during ADMERICA in Austin, Texas, AAF Nebraska was named the AAF National Division III Club of the Year led by President of the Year Cody Felber. 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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Arts & Crafts with AAF Nebraska

Join AAF Nebraska for Arts & Crafts! Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 5:30 - 8:30 pm | Kinkaider Brewing Company in Aksarben Village | Get ready for an evening of creativity, craft beer, and community at Arts & Crafts, hosted by AAF Create your own hanging terracotta planter, bid on artwork and socialize!

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Ad Executive Ethics Certification

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.

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Mission

With more than 250 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

ON Brand 2026

July 16, 2026

ON Brand 2026: Brand Human The ON Brand 2026 Conference is a collaboration of AAF Nebraska, AMA Lincoln, AMA Omaha and PRSA Nebraska. For eight years, these organizations have unified their voices to advance the marketing and communications industry in our region. This year’s theme, Brand Human, intentionally shifts the focus away from professional titles to celebrate the people behind them. Whether you are navigating a career pivot, a professional transition or seeking to level up in your current role, our tracks bridge the gap between public relations, communications, brand, marketing and advertising. Join us to learn from Omaha’s own storytellers and turn inspiration into a concrete roadmap for your career and your personal growth. Omaha Voices and Talent Our lineup features homegrown expertise and local leaders dedicated to the strength of our professional community: Welcome and Introduction: Heath Mello with the Greater Omaha Chamber Morning Keynote: Raj Lulla from Fruitful Lunch Keynote: Jeff Koterba, editorial cartoonist and storyteller, with an introduction by Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. Closing Keynote: JT Martin from JT Martin Media Breakout Sessions for Every Stage We are curating breakouts specifically for Omaha’s storytellers and strategists. These sessions are designed by local peers to support your development as a professional and as a person. Our tracks include: The Nonprofit Storyteller The Midlevel Professional The Recent Graduate and First-time Employee The Leader Ready to Support a New Generation Please Note: The conference agenda is subject to change. Always visit www.onbrandcon.com for the most updated information, speaker details and breakout session descriptions. Event Logistics Date: July 16, 2026 Time: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT Location: Mike & Josie Harper Center, 602 N. 20th St. Omaha, Nebraska Registration Tiers Professional: $175.00 Member: $150.00 (Promo codes provided to AAF Nebraska, AMA Lincoln, AMA Omaha and PRSA Nebraska members.) Student: $75.00 (Use promo code Student to receive a $25 discount.) Lunch Only: $75.00 (Access to the luncheon and keynote only; no promo codes apply.) Want a group discount? Contact aafomaha.teri@gmail.com Full conference registration includes breakfast lunch. Exclusive Headshot Offer Register early to claim your session at no cost. If you miss the first 20 slots, you can still update your professional profile photo for a special conference rate of $50 per image.

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Arts & Crafts

June 25, 2026

Arts & Crafts with AAF Nebraska Thursday, June 25, 2026 5:30 - 8:30 pm $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. Create Your Own - Hanging terracotta planter. 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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AdConnect | Inclusion (by design)

May 14, 2026

AAF Nebraska Professional Development Inclusion (by design) Thursday, May 14, 2026 4:30 - 5 PM Networking     5 - 6:00 PM Program Join AAF Nebraska's presentation of three unique case studies May 14th at HopCat in Lincoln. This event features a dynamic professional development program designed to elevate your skills and career.

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NEWS

AAF National Student Advertising Career Conference | November 4 - 7, 2026

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The Student Advertising Career Conference is a three-day event where students learn about the advertising field, discover emerging trends, and ignite their careers by networking with advertising professionals. Read More

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AAF National Government Report | July 2026

July 14, 2026

State AI Activity  “Synthetic Performers.” A first-of-its-kind New York transparency law targeting AI-generated digital actors went into effect on June 9, 2026. The statute requires advertisers to conspicuously disclose when a commercial campaign features a "synthetic performer" rather than a real human. The momentum to regulate hyper-realistic digital likenesses is rapidly sweeping across state legislatures. In California, lawmakers have advanced Senate Bill 1050 to mandate similar false advertising disclosures. In response, AAF has weighed in with two industry letters opposing the California bill and offering critical industry guidance on the issue. Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania legislature has advanced its own Artificial Intelligence Transparency in Advertising Act through House Bill 95. The Pennsylvania bill is designed to protect consumers by enforcing clear disclosures the very first time an AI-altered element appears in a promotion. Together, these sweeping state-level bills represent an aggressive new era of regulatory frameworks managing synthetic media. Read More

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Story Sellers Group Named A Finalist for 2026 U.S. Agency Awards

June 30, 2026

OMAHA, NEB June 30, 2026 — The US Agency Awards has announced Story Sellers Group as a finalist in its Campaign Effectiveness Award for work with Cloudbound. Read More

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