Annually AAF Omaha and AAF Lincoln host the American Advertising Awards – Nebraska ADDYs program. This year AAF Lincoln hosted the Nebraska ADDYs in Lincoln on February 18th at the Rococo Theatre. Read More
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On February 20 & 21, 175 students and 16 professors attended this year’s event. Meet the Pros was held on University of Nebraska Omaha’s campus at the Scott Conference Center and featured 14 speakers and 4 emcees over two days. The planning committee was very deliberate in choosing speakers that would appeal to students in various aspects of design, marketing and advertising. Read More
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Bailey Lauerman received the Best of Show honor at the Nebraska ADDY Awards Show for their work for Community America Credit Union. It is the third consecutive year and 13th time since the ADDYs began that Bailey Lauerman has been awarded the Best of Show title. Read More
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LINCOLN, Neb., (March 7, 2017) RESCUE! has selected Swanson Russell to lead its packaging design and positioning for its extensive collection of consumer pest control products. Based in Spokane, Washington, RESCUE! is a brand supported by its parent company, Sterling International, and focuses on producing unique pest control solutions using no poisons or toxicants. Read More
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Multicultural Advertising Campaign Mosaic Award Winner
Alma | McDonald’s | “RMCH/HACER Scholarship Program”
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AAF’s Advocacy and Action: Advertising Day on the Hill is less than a month away. This exciting event will be held on Thursday, March 30 with a pre-conference dinner on Wednesday evening, March 29. AAF’s Day on the Hill is the time for the advertising industry’s grassroots to be heard. Read More
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LINCOLN, Neb. (March 6, 2017) Swanson Russell received 19 awards at the Nebraska ADDY Awards Show & Banquet held Feb. 18 in Lincoln. Read More
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Why Join A Professional Organization like AAF Omaha? Well….Membership Has Its Benefits! Read More
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AAF Omaha is Your club and your advocate for a host of advertising industry-related issues. Join us this month welcome more than 200 college students from Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and South Dakota at Meet the Pros 2017. AAF Omaha has Four Big Events in two days for our area AD PROS. Read move about upcoming February and March events in our February issues of AdMuse. Read More
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The Legislative Issues Committee continues to follow developments that could impact advertising and communication decisions locally. To learn more about what’s happening this month, continue reading. Read More
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Are you looking to network with industry peers in a relaxed atmosphere? Do you wish you had more time to network at professional events? Learn more about AdConnect here! Read More
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Hello! My name is Alli Carlson, I’ve been a member of AAF Omaha for 2 years. I joined the Special Events committee in the fall of 2015, and joined the board as Special Events Co-Chair this past year. I am a Senior Account Executive at Redstone where I’ve worked for a little over 2 years. Read More
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Have you signed up for Meet The Pros? Well, if not, now is the time! Find more details here. Read More
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WASHINGTON, DC, January 31, 2017—Companies and individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to inclusion in 2016 with dynamic and impactful creative campaigns, organizational initiatives and media content will be recognized at the American Advertising Federation’s (AAF) 2017 Mosaic Awards. Read More
AAF National NewsDiversity in Advertising
Bozell, an Omaha Advertising and public relations agency, has hired Mike Gilloon, Terri Koster, Jim Minge and Emily Burgess. Read More
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The AAF Omaha Board of Directors focuses on ways in which the federation can highlight the importance of diversity within the advertising industry. This year, one of the written goals for the club is to highlight awareness of diversity in advertising. This goal has been reiterated at every board meeting throughout this year and we strive to include a diversity element wherever possible in events and programs throughout the year. Read More
AAFO NewsDiversity in Advertising
We are happy to share your agency/firm/company news on our website and on social media platforms. Please send us your press releases, or if you just want to send us a quick email with details of your news (new business wins, new hires, awards, etc.), we’ll put it on our website, then the article will appear in AAF Omaha’s AdMuse published monthly. These services are free to AAF Omaha members. Read More
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AAF’s Advocacy and Action: Advertising Day on the Hill is fast approaching. This exciting event will be held on Thursday, March 30 with a preconference dinner on Wednesday evening, March 29. AAF’s unique strength in Washington, DC is as a grassroots organization and the Day on the Hill is a time for those grassroots to be heard. Attendees will be briefed on the issues by policy experts, hear from lawmakers and regulators and walk the Halls of Congress delivering the advertising industry’s message. 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. This month join AAF Omaha help students make professional contacts and offer in-person direction at the federation’s annual Meet the Pros event on February 20 and 21. There are four big events across two days designed for area advertising professionals. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebraska, (January 24, 2017) Swanson Russell announces two new employees in its Lincoln office: Kaylee Dump and Kylie Legree.
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PROs are invited to four big events across two days!
Meet the Pros isn’t just for students. Read More
Kerry Heinrich from H&A Media and her team took home the Bowl-A-Rama traveling trophy for highest average team score for the second year in a row. Team members included Kerry, Diane Mumford, Tom Hoffman, Tiffany Yakes-Starr and Jim Starr. Read More
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Digital marketing agency Ervin & Smith has been honored as one of the 50 Best Places to Work in Advertising & Media by Advertising Age. This is the 33-year-old agency’s second time in three years to receive the exclusive recognition. The agency was among 50 companies from across the country selected based on survey criteria such as hiring practices, benefits packages, salaries, office perks and workplace environment and design. 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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Welcome to 2017 – from your membership committee! If you have always wished to be on the AAF Membership committee – feel free to contact us today, we would love to have you! Read More
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Iridian’s President, Dan Douglas is a people-person and entrepreneur who believes in the importance of building strong and lasting relationships. Read More
Member Profiles
In case you missed it, Rochell Newman-Carrasco with Advertising Age, posted a colume titled ‘Why the Ad Industry’s Divistity Strategy Needs a New Brief’ in Agency News: Viewpoint Read More
Diversity in Advertising
LINCOLN, Nebr., (December 23, 2016) Swanson Russell announces the promotion of Charlie Stephan from associate creative director to vice president/creative director in its Lincoln office. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebr., (December 20, 2016) Swanson Russell received three Paper Anvil Awards and a Best of Show Award at the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Nebraska Chapter’s 2016 Gala on December 8. Read More
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OMAHA, NE (Dec. 28, 2016) Paula Steenson, founder and owner of Paula Presents!,
will receive the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Omaha’s top honor, the Silver Medal. The award will be presented during the annual American Advertising Awards-Nebraska Show and Banquet, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at the Rococo Theatre in Lincoln. Read More
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) is the only organization that includes members across all disciplines and career levels in advertising. Whether you’re new to the fast-paced world of advertising or a seasoned professional, the AAF is for you. AAF is here to help you advance your career, build your connections and celebrate this ever-changing, industry we work in. Read More
AAFO NewsAdMuse Archives
AAF Omaha members and guests celebrated the season of giving during the federation’s annual holiday party on December 13th. Read More
AAFO NewsPast Event Recaps
Your AAF Omaha Legislative Issues Committee has been meeting monthly advocating for our members and the rights of advertisers throughout Nebraska and western Iowa. Thank you to our strong committee and their dedication to keep you informed to issues important to our industry. Read More
Legislative Issues
When great minds come together, good things happen.
Thank you to our new members for joining the unifying voice of advertising. Read More
You already attend to certain tasks before a holiday party: You RSVP, you decide on a great outfit , and you find a fabulous hostess gift. But this year, may we suggest adding a little conversation prep to your pre-party checklist? Read More
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In case you missed it, Grace Donnelly with Fortune.com, posted a column titled ‘Stock Photos Don’t Do Your Diversity Efforts Any Favors’. Read More
In Case You Missed It
AAF Omaha is your club and your advocate for a host of advertising industry-related issues. As one of a network of nearly 200 American Advertising Federation (AAF) clubs across the United States, we belong to something bigger than ourselves that is both dynamic and meaningful.
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In case you missed it, Ryan Pendell with Silicon Prairie News, posted a column titled ‘Why Silicon Valley Startup c1X Opened an Office in Omaha’. Read More
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Hello! My name is Kim Gawecki. I just joined AAF and I am excited to get involved with the Public Service Committee! Read More
AAFO NewsMember Profiles
Curious to know what is happening in the legislative world around us? Read a report that our very own Tammy Williams has shared. Read More
AAFO NewsLegislative Issues
Membership in AAF offers many networking opportunities. But we aren’t all the “Hi! How are you” kind of folks. Jamison Vann a writer for the Huffington Post gives us a Networking Guide for People Who Hate People. Read More
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Each year, the Nebraska ADDYs Awards recognize the best and brightest ads and campaigns created by Nebraska businesses and advertising agencies. American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) and the American Advertising Federation Lincoln (AAF Lincoln) members participate in this prestigious event. Every other year, AAF Omaha hosts the event. The latest information on the Nebraska ADDYs award show can be found at www.nebraskaaddys.org. Read More
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“I’ve also seen brands be opportunistic, such as when they insincerely use slang terms or vernacular that have come out of the black community.” Read More
AAFO NewsDiversity in Advertising
Bill Ramsey was one of Omaha’s top PR professionals for decades, starting at WOW Radio after serving as a Marine Corps infantryman during the Korean War and working at his own firm Bill Ramsey Associates until just last year passed away on November 5, 2016. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebraska (November 8, 2016) – The Downtown Lincoln Association recognized Swanson Russell with its Significant Private Development Award at the 2016 Downtown Impact Awards luncheon October 27 at the Embassy Suites. Read More
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June 7-10, 2017 | New Orleans
ADMERICA is the American Advertising Federation’s national conference on advertising where our industry comes together for education, inspiration, innovation, collaboration and celebration. Read More
On October 27, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved new privacy rules for broadband service providers. In early October, FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler released a Fact Sheet regarding the Commission’s previously released Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that made dramatic and unprecedented changes to the Notice. Read More
AAF National NewsLegislative Issues
(Omaha, NE, November 3, 2016) AAF Omaha announces the winners for Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year. Lisa Conklin and Christine Dunn will be recognized and awarded for their respective nominations at AAF Omaha’s BOOM! Roasted Awards Dinner on November 10 at 6:00 pm. The event will also feature the Roast of Angel Carl, president of Angel Carl Marketing. The Boom! Roasted Award Dinner will be held at Gallery 1516. Read More
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