Omaha radio station, Classical 90.7 – KVNO, will begin broadcasting Omaha Business Brief on Wednesdays, starting June 15th following the 4PM BBC World News. An encore broadcast will air before the 7AM BBC World News on Friday mornings. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebr. (May 23, 2016) Swanson Russell received 18 awards in the national Turf & Ornamental Communicators Association (TOCA) Communications Contest. Read More
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AAF Omaha exists to unite and prosper advertising, marketing and public relations professionals in the Omaha/council Bluffs metropolitan area. Read More
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In case you missed it, Lisa Sherman, President & CEO of the Ad Council, posted a column titled ‘To Foster Diversity In Advertising, Challenge Unconscious Bias’. Read More
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On Thursday, April 14, 20162016 AdWars Poster
at DJ’s Dugout Downtown
after 3 rounds of tricky advertising trivia questions and one creative challenge, the 2016 AdWars Champion emerged.
Congratulations Bailey Lauerman!
2016 AAF Open Bailey Lauerman Winners
AAFO NewsAAF Omaha members share fond memories of Cal Kirshen. Read More
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According to a new study published in the journal Obesity, rates of childhood obesity in the United States haven’t declined in any age group for the past 15 years. The researchers say they used the most recent CDC National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data to study childhood obesity rates from 1999 to 2014, and concluded there hasn’t been a significant drop—even among children Read More
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As the Membership Committee continues to focus on what matters most: you, our members, we’re committed to providing you the most value for your membership. Read More
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The second session of the 104th Legislature adjourned sine die April 20. Read More
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I am a creative director at SKAR Advertising. I’ve been here for 21 years. I worked at a couple agencies before I landed here. I’ve been involved with AAF Omaha for a number of years – serving as president, on the board and helping out on several committees. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebraska, (April 19, 2016) Gerber Gear has selected Swanson Russell to lead strategic marketing efforts for an exciting new product. Based in Portland, Oregon, Gerber is a leading producer of knives, multi-tools and outdoor gear. Read More
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NEW YORK, NY, Apr. 11, 2016—The American Advertising Federation (AAF) announced the election of four new members to its Board of Directors earlier today. The announcement was made in conjunction with one of the industry’s most prestigious events, the Advertising Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and gala dinner, which is being held at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Read More
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AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers and trade shows.
We also provide networking opportunities in a variety of setting so that you can make new connections, glen killer business advice and ideas, and expand business opportunities for yourself and your clients.
Check out the latest issue of AdMuse for our upcoming lineup of April events. Read More
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My name is Christin Zbylut and I am currently the Marketing Operations Specialist at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha. Read More
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Gap Kids is finding itself in a swirl of controversy for an ad that some on Twitter are saying projects a racist subtext. Read More
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These women are behind some of the most popular ad campaigns and have paved the way for more multicultural advertising and branding. Read More
AAFO NewsDiversity in Advertising
Some major public policy changes threaten to greatly impact our industry
this year as reported in late December by the Wall Street Journal. Read More
NAM’s Shopfloor blog) — NAM.org reports that the U.S. Senate yesterday “took a huge step toward protecting manufacturing products and processes from the current onslaught of intellectual property (IP) theft by passing the Defend Trade Secrets Act.” Read More
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Every year, AAF Omaha provides services to help benefit the public good. In 2015, the club committed to developing and initiating an extensive multi-channel campaign for the Coalition on Human Trafficking. Read More
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According to the Tax Foundation, “Tax Freedom Day” is when Americans have finally earned enough money to pay their total tax bill for the year — including taxes owed to federal and state governments, as well as local entities. Read More
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Since many state legislatures only meet for a few weeks or months in the beginning of the year, and nearly all must meet early year budget deadlines, talk of taxing advertising usually occurs in the winter and spring. 2016 is no exception. The AAF has received reliable reports that taxing advertising has been the subject of discussion by some lawmakers in Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, West Virginia and the city of Tucson, Arizona. Read More
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Join the AAF for an evening of celebration of the best multicultural advertising and media from the past year at the 2016 Mosaic Awards. Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebraska, (March 24, 2016) Swanson Russell announces two new employees: Heather Garth and Scott Piper. Read More
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AAF Omaha in partnership with the Creative Center and the Institute of Advertising Ethic will host an Ethics in Advertising seminar with Wally Snyder, Executive Director for the Institute of Advertising Ethics, AAF Board Member and President Emeritus. Read More
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Congratulations to the 2016 District 9 American Advertising Award Winners!
Nebraska Winners: Bailey Lauerman, Webster, Swanson Russell, The New BLK, OBI Creative, Agent and AAF Omaha
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Nebraska New Car & Truck Dealers Association
Is sponsoring a 2016 Compliance Seminar for all licensed dealers (new and used) presented by William Jackson, Executive Director, Nebraska Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board and Betty Johnson, Administrator, Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles. Read More
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) was founded to protect and promote advertising at all levels of government through grassroots activities. AAF Omaha has supported legislative awareness for many years and continues to reinforce efforts to continually educate members on regulatory issues and proposed policy changes on the local, state and national level. Read More
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STEP Program has aided Nebraska small businesses in opening up overseas markets Read More
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I was born and raised here in South Omaha and only left for a brief four years to attend the Art Institute of Las Vegas where I earned my Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design. Read More
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In case you missed it, Hayley Goleniowska of Huffington Post United Kingdom, posted a column titled ‘Diversity and Inclusion: Ads That Shape Society’. Read More
AAF National NewsAAFO NewsDiversity in AdvertisingIn Case You Missed It
Pinterest has hired Candice Morgan, formerly of Catalyst, to work as the unicorn startup’s first-ever head of diversity. In her role, Morgan will “help build the programs and teams” Pinterest needs to reach its “creative potential as a company,” Pinterest co-founder Evan Sharp said in a statement. Read More
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The Nebraska Legislature is now in the second half of its 2016 legislative session. As of February 19, all senators and committees had named their priority legislation, as well as Speaker of the Legislature Galen Hadley. Read More
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Your membership committee sends out a huge THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to click on the member and non member surveys last week. Read More
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WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 26, 2016—In collaboration with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated (Zeta) and education, media and advertising agency partners, the American Advertising Federation (AAF) has developed and released the white paper, “Reality TV: Entertaining, But No Laughing Matter.” Read More
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SEE WHAT MADE IT THROUGH!
Visit the Nebraska ADDYs website
for a full listing of the 2015-16 Nebraska ADDY winners
Congratulations to our American Advertising Awards – Nebraska Winners Read More
AAF Omaha will host the District 9 American Advertising Awards judging on March 18th and 19th at Do Space on 72nd and Dodge. This is the intermediate step between the Nebraska Addys and the National American Advertising Awards in June. During these two days, more than 300 winners from Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas will compete for the chance to move on and be judged at the national level. Read More
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February News: Ad 2 KC, Call for Speakers, Bart Cummings Nominations Read More
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Lamb Weston, maker of french fries and prepared potato products, wanted to spice up their production facility in Boardman, OR and their corporate office in Kennewick. Read More
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AAF Omaha strives to educate members, students and area professionals about the advertising industry.
AAF Omaha isn’t just for professionals; we encourage young people to enter the advertising business and offer both events and scholarships for advertising studys. Meet the Pros is our signature student conference and will be held on February 15 & 16 at the Scott Conference Center. Read more about Meet the Pros and the upcoming Nebraska ADDYs in our February issue of AdMuse.
AAF Omaha’s Facebook wall has changed. Please take a minute to “Like” our new wall to plug in to upcoming events, programs, club news and industry trends. Read More
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See pictures, scores and learn who snagged the traveling trophy… Read More
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Committees are forming now to make the fourth annual Omaha Advertising Expo (OAX) an interesting and informative event for local business owners and marketing and advertising professionals. Read More
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I have over 15 years experience in online marketing and web design and development. I joined Ervin & Smith in 2008 and I oversee creative to ensure it delights end users and aligns with client strategy and brand. Read More
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We are chugging along, working with Teri Hamburger to encourage companies and people to renew their AAF memberships. Join today! Read More
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If you are interested in volunteering for Meet the Pros, we are still looking for volunteers for round-table discussions (Monday & Tuesday) and portfolio reviewers (Tuesday). Read More
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LINCOLN, Nebraska (January 25, 2016) – Swanson Russell has received four Badges of Honor from LogoLounge.
An indispensable tool for logo designers, LogoLounge is an online logo database that houses more than 200,000 logos. The website hosts an international design competition to recognize top designers. This year, a panel of LogoLounge jurors awarded Badges of Honor to 2,000 logos from a pool of more than 23,000 submissions. Read More
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Want to create a more inclusive advertising industry?
Join the Mosaic
Visionaries Council Read More
January 20 was the deadline for new bill introduction at the Nebraska Legislature. Exactly 445 bills have been introduced this session – this total does not include resolutions and constitutional amendments. Read More
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