AAF Omaha Awards Nominations Open for Ad Pro, Ad Rookie and Silver Medal Honors
Every year, AAF Omaha salutes three members who have demonstrated their commitment to their club and their community in outstanding ways. Read More
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Every year, AAF Omaha salutes three members who have demonstrated their commitment to their club and their community in outstanding ways. Read More
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Hello! I am Shiletha Snoddy. I’ve been the media director at SKAR Advertising since 2015, I’m fortunate to work with an amazing team, and I love what I do! I’ve been a member of AAF Omaha off and on since 2000. Spending time with my husband and kids makes me happy. Read More
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Omaha, Nebraska June 29, 2017
This year is a milestone for Best Buy Signs for a couple reasons. One is that this year is the 30th year Best Buy Signs has been in business here in Omaha and an involved member of the community. They were also awarded #1 Sign Shop by Omaha Magazine’s Best of B2B for the ninth straight year! Read More
Omaha, NE, June 23, 2017 – The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), a professional organization of advertising agencies, marketers, media, academia and public relations practitioners, won several national American Advertising Federation (AAF) awards including first place in the category of Government Relations; second place in Advertising Education, Programs and Public Service; third place in Club Operations and Diversity and Multicultural Initiatives. Awards were presented during the national American Advertising Federation annual conference ADMERICA June 7-10, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Read More
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WASHINGTON DC, June 23, 2017—The 2017 Club Achievement Award winners were announced at the Salute to Achievers Luncheon on June 10 as part of ADMERICA, the American Advertising Federation’s (AAF) national conference, in New Orleans. The AAF awarded 37 of the AAF member clubs across eight categories of entry.
The AAF’s Club Achievement Competition is designed to recognize outstanding accomplishments of its affiliated advertising clubs, showcasing the programs and projects its professional member clubs undertake each year. It was established to honor significant contributions to the AAF network of professional advertising clubs and to encourage excellence in areas of club operations that strengthen the AAF’s member clubs. Read More
WASHINGTON DC, June 28, 2017—Partnering with another global, iconic brand, the American Advertising Federation (AAF) is excited to announce Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. as the corporate sponsor for the 2018 National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC).
The 2018 NSAC will require each AAF college chapter team to develop a written, integrated marketing campaign proposal and a 20-minute presentation in response to a real-world advertising challenge facing Ocean Spray. Read More
LINCOLN, Nebraska, (June 22, 2017) Peak Nanosystems has selected Swanson Russell to lead its branding efforts in three industries. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company focuses on nanotechnology development used in an array of products made for government and corporate clients. Read More
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Hi! My name is Annie Albin, and I’m currently a senior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln majoring in journalism, advertising and public relations, and minoring in Spanish and psychology. Read More
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NEW ORLEANS, LA, June 10, 2017—Charged with generating excitement and buzz in the frozen foods category while making the Tai Pei brand more relevant to younger millennial consumers, Johnson & Wales University’s insights and creativity pushed the team past seven competing groups to win the 2017 National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC). The competition, hosted by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), took place during its annual conference, ADMERICA, in New Orleans, LA. Read More
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2017 Advertising Hall of Achievement Inductees Announced
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) to Recognize Top Executives from Beats by Dr. Dre, BBDO SF, JP Morgan Chase, Kimberly-Clark, STORY, Twitter and UM/J3 Read More
LINCOLN, Nebraska (June 14, 2017) Swanson Russell received a gold ADDY award in the 2017 National American Advertising Awards (ADDY) held on June 10 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Read More
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We’re writers, designers, producer, creative directors, account managers, media buyers, media sales professionals, advertising agency owners, students, data analysts, rookies, professionals and retirees who come together through AAF Omaha to advance our industry, our community and ourselves. If you care deeply about Omaha and the advertising industry that helps support it; if you’re looking for opportunities to connect with others in the ad biz; if you want your creative fire kindled, join AAF Omaha. Read More
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Omaha, NE (June 12, 22017) – The Creative Center (CC) would like to congratulate Liz Scott who won a Silver award in the category of Illustration Campaign at the national level of the 2017 American Advertising Awards. Read More
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Omaha, NE (June 12, 2017) – Teri Hamburger, Executive Director of the American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), received the Betty Riehl Excellence in Service Award recognizing her longstanding commitment and service to AAF, AAF Omaha and AAF District 9 on June 10th in New Orleans during the AAF National Conference, ADMERICA 2017. Read More
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With over 40,000 entries across the country, the American Advertising Awards are the world’s largest and statistically the toughest advertising competition. The competition represents the true spirit of creative excellence by recognizing all forms of advertising and cultivates the highest creative standards in our industry. Read More
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The Legislative Issues Committee continues to follow developments that could impact advertising and communication decisions at the state and local level. Read More
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Its summertime and the livin’ is easy, right? Many of us already have BBQs, pool parties and outdoor happy hours filling our calendar. But while these events are meant to help us relax, it’s important not to overlook the importance of networking at these casual happenings. Read More
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WASHINGTON, DC, June 9, 2017—The American Advertising Federation (AAF) today elected its new Board Leadership and Directors in conjunction with its annual national conference, ADMERICA, in New Orleans, LA. The new leadership will serve during the 2017–2018 year, beginning July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 and includes leaders from the most well-known and well-respected brands, media companies and agencies spearheading the advertising industry. Read More
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The House Ways and Means Committee held the first 2017 hearing on tax reform on May 18. The focus of the hearing was on how tax reform would grow the economy and create jobs. The hearing was a first step in what is expected to be, at best, a very long process. Read More
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Nearly 40,000 people came to this year’s Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting and were greeted by signage and graphics produced by Renze and designed by Mint Design Group. Read More
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AAF Omaha’s Public Service committee would like to thank all who worked on and were part of supporting our non-profit partner — RESPECT — for the 2016-2017 club year. Read More
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The best hobbies are the ones that you carry with you from your early years into adulthood. I’ll never forget the feeling of accomplishment from mastering my first real puzzle. Read More
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I came to Mid-America Expo in 2005. Our Company produces trade shows, events, and festivals. The Omaha Health & Wellness Expo, the Triumph of Agriculture Expo – Farm & Ranch Machinery Show, the Taste of Omaha, the Nebraska Balloon & Wine Festival, and the Omaha Products Show for Business & Industry are a few of our shows. Read More
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Founded in 1962, Swanson Russell is a Nebraska-based marketing communications firm with offices in Lincoln and Omaha. In addition to working with local and regional clients, the full-service agency is nationally recognized for expertise in agriculture, health care, outdoor recreation, construction and the green industry. Read More
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AAF Omaha binds together mutual interests of corporate advertisers, agencies, marketing and media services, suppliers, academia, and other advertising and public relations professionals. Read More
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Teri Hamburger, Executive Director of the American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), was named the 2017 recipient of the Betty Riehl Excellence in Service Award earlier this month recognizing her longstanding commitment and service to AAF. Read More
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ADS is a national honor society sponsored by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) that recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement in advertising studies. ADS is the only national, professional advertising honorary society in American higher education.
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Eight talented University of Nebraska at Kearney students are ready to set out on a journey, discover the world, chase dreams and reach goals. Read More
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We have been hard at work creating even MORE benefits and advantages to your AAF Omaha membership. Read More
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AAF Omaha’s Meet the Pros event is recruiting planning committee volunteers. Read More
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The Legislative Issues Committee continues to follow developments that could impact advertising and communication decisions locally. Read More
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National American Advertising Award winners from AAF District 9 have been announced. Winners will learn at the Awards show in New Orleans in June if they have won a Gold or Silver national ADDY. Read More
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On April 3, 2017, President Donald Trump signed a congressional resolution preventing the Federal Communications Commission from implementing broadband privacy rules approved under the previous administration. Read More
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With a softball in my hand and a mound beneath my feet, the diamond taught me life lessons I will never forget. Every time you fall, get back up. If you want something, put in the hard work to make it happen. Each pitch showed me accountability, confidence and leadership which translated over into my relationships and my career. At the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), I am learning the fundamentals of public relations and advertising to ready for the field. Read More
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AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, exhibitions and trade shows. Read More
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On Saturday, April 15, 2017 AAFO members Ann Woodford (Goodwill Omaha) and Shiletha Snoddy (SKAR) attended the Annual Teen Career Fair hosted by 100 Black Men of Omaha, Inc. Read More
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AdWars hosted on April 13th was a fun and fact filled event. This team competition tests your knowledge of advertising practices, terminology and trivia. Read More
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In case you missed it, AdWeek shares the second part to their video series “Best Advice I Ever Got”—as five more top advertising creative directors reveal the best advice they got in their careers that made them better. Read More
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The Legislative Issues Committee continues to follow developments that could impact advertising and communication decisions locally. Read More
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Spring is officially here! Which means, you now have one less reason to stay indoors. It’s time to get outside, meet new people and NETWORK! Read More
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Creative Center students won a total of 5 awards at the district level of this year’s Nebraska American Advertising Awards (affectionately called the ADDYs), sponsored by the American Advertising Federation. Students entered original creative projects into competitive categories which were judged by professionals in the field. The competition is tiered, with state winners advancing to one of 15 district competitions, and district winners advancing to the national level. Read More
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Design and advertising has become such a passion for me. I am always trying to expand and grow as much as I can and at the end of the day, I am determined to make design that communicates and means something to people. Read More
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Omaha, Neb. (March 23, 2017) – The Creative Center (CC) would like to congratulate all 6 students who won a total of 12 awards in the 2017 Nebraska American Advertising Awards. Read More
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Congratulations AAF District 9 American Advertising Award winners! Read More
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LINCOLN, Neb. (March 3, 2017) – Swanson Russell rose to new heights in 2016, reaching $120 million in capitalized billings while building an addition that elevates its Lincoln office on the corner of 12th and P streets. Read More
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AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, panel discussions, exhibitions and trade shows.
Read the latest issues of AdMuse for upcoming education events, programming, national AAF news and local advertising community news. Read More
Welcome to one of our newest members and sponsors, C1x! Please take a moment to learn more about this up and coming company! Read More
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Hello! My name is Sean Heisler and I’m a co-chair for the AAFO Special Events committee. I am a Senior Art Director at Webster where I design and direct artwork for a wide range of clients involving branding, logo design, web design, advertising, etc. Read More
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The AAF Omaha Legislative team and club leaders shared the federation’s Legislative Issues Focus Areas for the year and the benefits the advertising industry brings to the state of Nebraska. Read More
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Paula Steenson, founder and owner of Paula Presents!, received the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Omaha’s top honor, the Silver Medal. The award was presented during the annual American Advertising Awards-Nebraska Show and Banquet, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at the Rococo Theatre in Lincoln. Read More
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