FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 12, 2025
AAF Nebraska Honors 2025 Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year
Daryl Anderson, 2025 Ad Pro of the Year
Joe Warren, 2025 Ad Rookie of the Year
(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.
In addition to these awards, Jill Butler will be recognized with the AAF Nebraska Silver Medal Award during the Creative Nebraska awards show.
Ad Pro of the Year: Daryl Anderson
The Ad Pro of the Year award is presented to an AAF Nebraska member with a distinguished career in advertising, including professional achievements, community impact, and dedicated service to AAF Nebraska.
Anderson, a seasoned industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience, is known for his leadership and creative expertise at Clark Creative Group. His skill in branding, strategy, and marketing trends has established him as a multi-disciplinary creative director and C-Level Brand Specialist. A READI (Respect, Equity, Access, Diversity, and Inclusion) Certified Advocate, Anderson prioritizes inclusive and impactful marketing in every project.
His commitment to AAF Nebraska spans years of leadership and service. He co-chaired the federation’s Professional Development Programming team before moving into executive roles as Vice President, President, and Chairman. Anderson played a crucial role in merging AAF Lincoln and AAF Omaha into a unified statewide organization, strengthening AAF Nebraska’s presence. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his leadership helped the federation pivot and innovate, ensuring continued engagement and support for members.
A Northwest Missouri State University graduate with a BFA in Graphic Design & Advertising, Anderson has also been active in community service, including roles on the boards of Friends of Planned Parenthood and Nebraska Aids Project. He has provided years of youth mentorship through the Outward Bound and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands organizations. At Clark Creative Group, Anderson continues that passion of creating impactful change by working with an array of clients in the non-profit and education space.
Ad Rookie of the Year: Joe Warren
The Ad Rookie of the Year award recognizes an AAF Nebraska member with five or fewer years of experience who has already demonstrated exceptional talent, commitment, and service to the advertising industry and AAF Nebraska.
Warren, a 2023 graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, began his career as a graphic design and creative intern at 1123 before being offered a full-time role as a Production Artist.
His involvement with AAF Nebraska started in college, where he served as a student ambassador, assisting with major events such as ON Brand, AdVenture+, and AdConnects. He was also active in UNL’s Design Club, attending the AIGA Conference in Seattle with fellow students. Additionally, he served as President of UNL’s University Program Council (UPC), overseeing campus programming initiatives.
Now an integral part of AAF Nebraska’s Community Outreach and Membership teams, Warren continues to contribute his design expertise and event planning skills, helping to promote and organize student, young professional and membership programs. An avid photographer, Warren also works as a freelance photographer, specializing in live music and professional portrait photography. His peers describe him as organized, detail-oriented, and a rising leader in the advertising community.
About AAF Nebraska
With more than 250 professional and student members, the American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska) serves as the unifying voice for advertising professionals across the state. The organization provides education, inspiration, and community engagement to support current and future generations of advertisers.
AAF Nebraska has received district and national recognition for excellence in advertising education, communications, diversity initiatives, government relations, club management, programming, membership, and public service. The federation was named AAF Division III Club of the Year for three consecutive years in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
For more information about AAF Nebraska, visit www.aafnebraska.org.
Media Contact:
Teri Hamburger
Executive Director, AAF Nebraska
aafomaha.teri@gmail.com
