AI in Action | Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 5 - 5:30 PM Networking, 5:30 - 6:30 PM Program Join us for the return of AI in Action, a dynamic panel discussion exploring the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) across marketing, education, and the creative industries. With unprecedented advancements over the past year, this updated conversation features a mix of new and returning experts who will unpack how AI is being integrated into workflows, revolutionizing engagement strategies, and reshaping the future of content creation and learning. Our panelists will share fresh insights, real-world applications, and address the legal, ethical, and societal implications of AI’s growing influence. Whether you're navigating AI for the first time or looking to stay ahead of the curve, this is your chance to engage with leaders at the forefront of innovation and get your most pressing questions answered.

AAF District 9 is hosting a virtual panel discussion to talk about what it takes to stay creative on the job. They have gathered in-house designers that navigate brand guidelines, tight deadlines, and the grind of design repetition.  We'll hear how to keep your creative spark alive. Let’s connect across state lines and have an honest conversation about staying inspired, building strong creative habits, and protecting your energy. “How to Stay Creative as an In-House Designer” Tuesday, September 9th 4–5 PM CST on Zoom

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 8:00 AM Networking & Continental Breakfast | 8:30 AM Program Guest Speaker: Sandy Spady, The Great Connector AAF Nebraska Member $25 | Non-Member Guests $30 Modus Coworking, 1901 Howard St, Omaha, NE 68102 Join AAF Nebraska for a thought-provoking professional development presentation from our guest Sandy Spady. Sandy is at the center of Omaha's business scene and loves to use her connections to coach and collaborate with professionals to elevate their careers and stand out in their industry. She excels in supporting other locally owned businesses, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs to expand their vision and increase their bottom lines. Sandy is the founder of Women with Voices, an Omaha-based empowerment and networking group that gives women a platform to share stories of overcoming their toughest challenges and sharing their greatest successes. Sandy's career success started in retail management, where she was a district manager and won top sales awards for Vanity, The Limited, The Buckle, and Herberger's. After 15 years in retail, Sandy moved on to media sales for cable TV, print, and radio. She created, wrote, and directed over 300 TV commercials and worked closely with locally owned businesses and multi-owned franchisees to create advertising campaigns. She won multiple media achievement awards, including national awards like The Weather Channel Community Involvement Award and the MTV Promotion Award. Sandy was also featured in Strictly Business magazine and was nominated for and won "50 Over 50" awards. AAF Nebraska's 2024-2025 Board of Directors will be honored, new board members will be introduced, and outgoing President Chris LaCroix will give a club recap. Cody Felber will share federation goals for the year. The 2025 AAF Nebraska Scholarship winners will be recognized at this breakfast meeting. The Modus parking lot is available and there is also street parking on 19th Street and Howard Street.