AdWars

AdWars – AAF Nebraska’s Annual Team Trivia Competition AI is coming for you. But it’s frequently inappropriate, trend, and just plain wrong. Advertising pros are going to have to go AWOL and save the industry when the robots take over. The AdWars team competition will test your knowledge across multiple categories, including a few advertising challenges.  Teams of 6 are forming now. Register soon! Team space is limited.

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Meet the Pros 2026: Live

College students and young professionals are invited to another exciting episode of Meet the Pros. Step into the studio audience for this Live event on March 26-27, 2026. A creative-career event built to help you learn what no textbook can teach. Hear stories, lessons, and honest advice from agency leaders, designers, copywriters, strategists, and account pros across the Midwest. The AAF Nebraska Meet the Pros planning team is creating an exciting and informative seminar for college-level students interested in careers in advertising, marketing, communications and visual arts.   Students make professional contacts, and the conference offers in-person direction in academic studies, work options and extracurricular activities that will assist students in achieving their career objectives.

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AAF Nebraska Announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors

(Omaha, Neb.) August 12, 2025 – The American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska), a professional organization representing advertising agencies, marketers, media, academia, and public relations practitioners, is pleased to announce its newly elected Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 federation year.

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American Advertising Awards Creative Nebraska

The American Advertising Awards is the advertising industry's largest and most representative competition, attracting nearly 30,000 entries every year in local AAF Ad Club competitions. The mission of the American Advertising Awards is to recognize and reward the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising.  AAF Nebraska's Winners Reception, Award Show and Dinner will be held on February 20th at 1316 Jones in Omaha. Tickets are on sale now!

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AAF Nebraska Named AAF Club of the Year & Chris LaCroix President of the Year

Congratulations to our members, board members and president Chris LaCroix! On June 7th during ADMERICA in Pittsburg, PA, AAF Nebraska was named the AAF National Division III Club of the Year led by President of the Year Chris LaCroix. 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 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

AdWars

April 27, 2026

AAF Nebraska’s Annual Team Trivia Competition | Join AAF Nebraska for AdWars, our annual team trivia showdown filled with friendly competition, creative challenges, and plenty of fun. Gather your team and test your knowledge across a variety of categories—including advertising-themed questions and interactive surprises. Enjoy networking, prizes, SWAG, raffles, and ultimate bragging rights as teams compete to be crowned the AdWars champions. Networking: 5:30 PM | Round One Begins: 6:30 PM Teams of 6 are suggested Cash bar and food service available. Start building your teams now!

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Lessons with Legends

March 12, 2026

Lessons with Legends Kros Strain Brewing, 10411 Portal Rd, #102, La Vista | 6:30 - 8 :30 PM Networking at 6:30 - Program to Start at 7:00 Cash Bar and Papillion Taco Guy Food Truck Available Join us for an unforgettable evening with three of the area's most brilliant advertising minds as they pull back the curtain on the campaigns that made us laugh, cry, and buy. From pitch disasters turned triumphs to the creative sparks that ignited award-winning work, this is your chance to hear the unfiltered truth about life in the creative trenches.

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Meet the Pros 2026: Live

March 26, 2026

College students and young professionals are invited to another exciting episode of Meet the Pros. Step into the studio audience for this Live event on March 26-27, 2026. A creative-career event built to help you learn what no textbook can teach. Hear stories, lessons, and honest advice from agency leaders, designers, copywriters, strategists, and account pros across the Midwest. The AAF Nebraska Meet the Pros planning team is creating an exciting and informative seminar for college-level students interested in careers in advertising, marketing, communications and visual arts. Students make professional contacts, and the conference offers in-person direction in academic studies, work options and extracurricular activities that will assist students in achieving their career objectives.

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NEWS

Legislative Overview: Protecting the Voice of Advertising

April 1, 2026

AAF Nebraska is committed to protecting the voice of advertising through ongoing legislative advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. Through efforts like our annual Day Under the Dome at the Nebraska State Capitol and year-round work from our Legislative Committee, we help ensure policymakers understand the vital role advertising plays in supporting Nebraska’s economy, businesses, and jobs. Read more about how AAF advocates for our industry → Read More

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Grow Your Career and Stay Connected with AAF Nebraska

April 1, 2026

In an industry that’s constantly evolving, staying connected, informed, and inspired is more important than ever. AAF Nebraska offers professionals, students, and educators a place to do exactly that, bringing together a vibrant community dedicated to advancing the advertising and marketing industry across our region. Read More

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Meet the Pros 2026: Live, it's a successful wrap!

April 1, 2026

OMAHA, Neb. (March 30, 2026) —  Meet the Pros once again brought energy, inspiration, and meaningful connection to life as students and professionals came together for two impactful days dedicated to shaping the future of the advertising industry. On March 26 and 27, 2026 AAF Nebraska hosted more than 110 students, professors and professionals at LinkedIn's corporate offices in Omaha. Read More

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