[AAF Nebraska News]

AAF Nebraska to Honor Daryl Anderson and Joe Warren

(Omaha, NE) – The American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska) is proud to announce its 2025 Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year honorees. Daryl Anderson, Managing Partner, Vice President of Creative Services at Clark Creative Group, has been named Ad Pro of the Year, while Joe Warren, Production Artist at 1123, has been recognized as Ad Rookie of the Year. Both recipients will be honored for their exceptional contributions to the advertising industry and community at the 2025 American Advertising Awards | Creative Nebraska on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 1316 Jones Street in Omaha, Nebraska. Read More

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Volunteers Needed: Meet the Pros 2025

Do you remember when you were about to graduate from college and enter the workforce? What an exciting and terrifying time! Because of events like Meet the Pros, the Nebraska Chapter of the American Advertising Federation is helping to ensure the next generation of marketing professionals is ready to join the workforce. And just like in years past, we could use your help! Read More

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AdReads Then and Now

The first AAF Nebraska AdReads was held nearly five years ago. Now, 18 authors later, if you’ve never attended an AdReads, you may want to add it to your list of experiences. In a Zoom event March 31, at noon, Jeremy Harris Lipschultz, Ph.D. will discuss his most recent book, Social Media Measurement: Entrepreneurial Digital Analytics, Second Edition. Read More

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AAF Nebraska to Honor Jill Butler as 2025 Silver Medal Recipient

MAHA, NE (February 3, 2025) – The American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska) is proud to announce that Jill Butler has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Silver Medal Award, the organization’s highest honor. Butler will be recognized for her outstanding contributions to the advertising industry and community during the 2025 American Advertising Awards | Creative Nebraska show on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 1316 Jones Street in Omaha, Nebraska. Read More

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Challenge Accepted!

AAF Nebraska is looking for those interested in presenting at our upcoming May 13, 2025, AdConnect professional development event in Lincoln. As planning begins, we are issuing an open call for participation. Read More

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Exploring AI in Creative Work: Game Changer in Nebraska’s Advertising Scene

By Melodae Horst, MA, APR, SHRM-SCP | AAF Board Member, Professional Development Co-Chair   As the advertising landscape shifts, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for creative professionals in Nebraska. From content creation to design, AI offers possible game-changing plays for streamlining processes, generating fresh ideas, and personalizing messaging. Business professionals, creatives, and students are exploring how to leverage AI to enhance t...

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Fall Check-In: A Note from Your AAF Nebraska President

As we settle into fall, AAF Nebraska has been busy creating impactful opportunities—from co-hosting the ON Brand Conference to connecting with students at AdVenture+ and visiting local universities. Our committees are hard at work planning a robust lineup of events, workshops, and gatherings to help you thrive professionally. Stay tuned for exciting programming, and don’t miss our holiday party on December 11th! Read More

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AAF Nebraska Award Nominations Open

Every year, AAF Nebraska salutes three members who have demonstrated their commitment to their club and their community in outstanding ways. Well-respected and recognized in the advertising industry, these prestigious accolades salute our industry’s best and brightest. Read More

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AAF Government Report | October 2024

The Nebraska legislature concluded its special session to consider property tax reform without adopting the proposal by Governor Jim Pillen (R) to tax many advertising services. AAF Nebraska was instrumental in the tax being defeated. An alert was issued urging members to contact lawmakers in opposition. Robert Richardson, the chapter’s legislative chair, has previously testified against the tax. Despite the defeat, many observers in Lincoln believe the Governor may try again to tax advertising in 2026. AAF Nebraska and AAF will keep a close eye on the action and continue to educate lawmakers about the importance of advertising in Nebraska and the harm an ad tax would cause. Read More

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AAF Nebraska Students Honored

(Omaha, Neb. – August 14, 2024) – American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska), announced winners of the 2024 AAF Nebraska Scholarships. In 1987, AAF Nebraska established two scholarship funds to honor students attending Creighton University, University of Nebraska Omaha, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and University of Nebraska at Kearney. Along with these foundation funds over the next 4 years the federation will award additional scholarships. Read More

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Letter from the Outgoing President, Cassi Warren

Dear AAF Nebraska Members,
As I reflect on this remarkable year of presidency, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. Together, we achieved unprecedented success, significantly highlighted by being named AAF Division 3 Club of the Year for the third year in a row and taking first place in Club Operations. Read More

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Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties Request for Proposal (RFP): Marketing and Communications Services

The Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties (Learning
Community) is seeking a new marketing and communication agency and is
requesting proposals, through the RFP process described in the attachments
to this letter. The Learning Community hereby invites proposals from
organizations interested in providing marketing and communication services. Read More

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ON Brand 2024 | July 25

OMAHA, Neb. (July 9, 2024)– For the sixth year, the local ON Brand Conference will bring together hundreds of professionals for purposeful conversations and meaningful professional development focused around creative communications. Attendees are invited to Creighton University’s Mike & Josie Harper Center on Thursday, July 25 to network, grow and get inspired. Read More

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AAF Government Report | May 2024

Proposed Nebraska Ad Tax Still Alive

Despite passing in an earlier vote, and the strong support of Governor Jim Pillen (R), the Advertising Services Tax Act in Nebraska was defeated prior to the end of the legislative session. The measure would have placed a 7.5% tax on all advertising services in the state for companies with over $1 billion in US revenue. One of the Governor’s motivations for the tax was to raise replacement revenue for proposed lower property taxes.

The industry correctly noted that the tax would have been passed through to local businesses in the form of either higher advertising costs or as a line item on the invoice for the service provider ultimately resulting in higher prices for Nebraska consumers. Read More

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Freelancers Forum Recap

Copywriters, designers, non-profit planners, marketers, and motion illustrators came together on March 14 at  the Freelancers Forum.  A crowded room of advertising professionals and AAF NE Board members filled a party room at DJ’s Dugout at 114th and Dodge to hear stories and experiences from tenured specialists. Read More

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Claudia Martin Member Spotlight

Claudia Martin’s unwavering dedication to AAF began more than half a century ago when she was a young professional in the advertising industry. Her journey with AAF Nebraska has been one of remarkable commitment, service, and leadership exemplifying the values and spirit of our organization. It is with admiration and appreciation to share Claudia’s AAF journey with members. Read More

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AAF Government Report | April 2024

The Advertising Services Tax Act in Nebraska remains a threat. The measure, originally proposed by Governor Jim Pillen (R) currently does not appear to have enough votes to pass. Sources in the Capitol report that the Governor and sponsors are still searching for support. The tax would place a 7.5% tax on all advertising services in the state for companies with over $1 billion in US revenue. Read More

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AAF Nebraska Legislative Update | April 2024

Omaha, NE (April 3, 2024) – The AAF Nebraska Legislative committee has focused on opposing LB 1354, the Advertising Services Tax Act.  The Nebraska Governor is proposing to implement a 7.5% tax on all advertising services in the state for companies with over $1 billion in US revenue.  The tax will be passed through to local businesses in the form of either higher advertising cost or as a line item on the invoice for the service provider.  The local business will then add the higher advertising cost to the price of its goods and services, causing higher prices for Nebraska Consumers. Read More

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Meet the Judges | 2024 “Creative Nebraska”

Selection of the most creative entry in each category of the American Advertising Awards is affected by a scoring process in which a panel of judges evaluates all creative dimensions of every entry. A Gold Award is recognition of the highest level of creative excellence and is judged to be superior to all other entries in the category. Entries that are also considered outstanding and worthy of recognition receive a Silver Award. The number of awards given in each category is determined by the judges, based on the relative quality of work in that category. Read More

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THE NUMBERS ARE IN!

(February 8, 2024)
THE NUMBERS ARE IN! Jeffrey Maciejewski, Managing Partner of Elemental, reports that their 2023 Fall Appeal fundraiser for Interfaith Community Shelter in Santa Fe, N.M., raised $273,852 in donations, a $57,000 or 26% year-over-year increase! Read More

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