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Five Things You Didn’t Know About Linda Hollingsead

My name is Linda Hollingsead. I have been a member of AAFO since 2004. I was the ADDYs PR chair in 2010. After completing my MA in Sociology at Wichita State University, I moved to Omaha in 2003 and secured the Research Coordinator position at the Omaha World-Herald. Read More

Ervin & Smith Promotes Herzog to Director of Marketing

In the new role of Director of Marketing, Katie Herzog supports Ervin & Smith’s growth and leads the marketing team, taking charge of strategies for the agency and its roster of clients. She develops and oversees comprehensive digital marketing plans – conducting research, delivering measurable results and managing the needs and goals of her department along the way. Read More

AAF Government Report: November 27, 2015

A new study commissioned by The ADvertising Coalition highlights the importance of advertising to the U.S. Economy. The ADvertising Coalition is an alliance of AAF and many corporations and associations representing various facets of the advertising industry. Read More

Membership Committee Update: Thank You!

“Giving of your time is the most thoughtful gift of all.” ~ Unknown Read More

Legislative Spotlight: December 2015

All Nebraskans desire a quality education system to ensure a reliable, skilled and highly motivated workforce. In key areas such as math, science, writing and reading, Nebraska students perform well when compared to their peers across the nation. Read More

Meet the Pros – Help Needed

Please contact Christine Dunn if you are interested in helping with portfolio reviews on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Read More

ADDYs Drop Dead Deadline is January 4

The Drop Dead Deadline for the 2015-16 American Advertising Awards-Nebraska is Monday, January 4. Read More

Diversity and Inclusion in Advertising: Agencies Should Follow Clients’ Lead on Diversity

In case you missed it, Amber Guild of AdAge, posted a column titled Agencies Should Follow Client’ Lead on Diversity. Read More

Revolution Wraps Brands New Uncommon Food Hall

Revolution Wraps is pleased to have been selected as the graphics and installation provider for the Flagship Commons glass tower. Read More

In Case You Missed It: “Study: Advertising Supported $5.8 Trillion in U.S. Economic Output”

In case you missed it, see this article on what is happening that is affecting advertising and the general economy. Read More

Coalition on Human Trafficking Update

The Coalition on Human Trafficking project is well underway! Led by the incredible creative efforts of Lisa Healey and the creative powerhouse team at Webster Design the Coalition work is coming along nicely! Read More

2016 Advertising Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Washington, DC (Nov. 20, 2015)—Elected by the Advertising Hall of Fame’s distinguished Council of Judges, the American Advertising Federation announced this year’s “magnificent seven” to be inducted into the 2016 Class of the Advertising Hall of Fame. Read More

Amanda Olson Named AAF Omaha Ad Rookie of the Year

Amanda Olson has been named the 2016 AAF Omaha Ad Rookie of the Year. She currently serves as interactive designer at Swanson Russell in Lincoln.

The Ad Rookie of the Year award is given to an AAF Omaha member with five or fewer years in the advertising business who demonstrates outstanding work both professionally and in the community, with attention to AAF Omaha service. Read More

Kerry Heinrich Named AAF Omaha Ad Pro of the Year

Kerry Heinrich is the recipient of the 2016 AAF Omaha Ad Pro of the Year Award. She currently serves as Marketing Director at H&A Media Group.

The Ad Pro of the Year award is given to an AAF Omaha member who has a distinguished track record of service in advertising including professional and community service, with particular attention to AAF Omaha service. Read More

Most Promising 2016 Class Announced

American Advertising Federation Announces 2016 Most Promising Multicultural Students

Fifty top-performing college seniors selected by advertising industry executives to participate in the upcoming Most Promising Multicultural Students Program (MPMS) Read More

Call for Entries: Mosaic Awards 2016

Get Recognized for Your Multicultural Work in 2016!

Shine a spotlight on your company’s creative campaigns and organizational initiatives and join the who’s who in advertising at the 2016 Mosaic Awards. Read More

Diversity in Advertising: Inspire the Future

Lead. Inspire. Mentor. As a Mosaic Visionaries Council member, you will help shape the future of AAF’s signature D&I programs including Most Promising Multicultural Students, Mosaic Awards and AdCamp. While shaping the future of advertising, you’ll also interact with the pioneers working in the D&I space of advertising through the AAF’s Mosaic Council. Read More

November News | AAF National News

November News: Western & Central Region Conferences, ADWKDC, Edge Effect, New Savings for Members Read More

Webster Snags Six – Including Top Honors – at 2015 AIGA Nebraska Show

The 24th Annual AIGA Nebraska Show Exhibit took place this past Saturday evening (November 14), and Webster walked away with some impressive honors: Read More

AdMuse November 2015

We’re creative directors, account managers, 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.

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New AAF Member Benefit – Discount Keurig Machines

Office Depot has Brewed Up
a Great Offer for You!

AAF members can find great daily offers through the Office Depot/OfficeMax discount program. And now, you can get a Keurig brewer and K-cup bundle for an exclusive low price! Choose from two different models, and 10 K-cup varieties. Great for your home or small office! Read More

AAF Omaha Honors 2016 Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year Winners

AAF Omaha announces their 2016 Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year. Kerry Heinrich and Amanda Olson were recognized and honored for their respective nominations at AAF Omaha’s BOOM! Roasted Awards Dinner on November 5th. Read More

AAF Government Report: October 31, 2015

Representative Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., has been selected as the new Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives replacing former Rep. John Boehner, R-Ohio, who has resigned from Congress. Read More

SKAR POSTER WINS PRINT ADVERTISING AWARD FOR NEBRASKA LOTTERY

OMAHA, Neb. (Nov. 2, 2015) A poster created by SKAR Advertising http://bit.ly/1P5WYWc promoting the “Summer 7s Giveaway” for the Nebraska Lottery won a prestigious “Batchy” Award at the 2015 convention of the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL). Read More

Webster Helps TBS Rebrand, Refocus and Reinvent Itself

New logo puts a face on the original superstation’s evolving direction.

Omaha, Nebraska – November 2, 2015 – Design and advertising firm Webster announced today that their logo design work for cable network TBS has been officially launched by the station. The new logo replaces the half-circle/laughing mouth version that had been in use since 2004 when the network decided to focus on comedies. Read More

You Scratch Our Backs – We’ll Scratch Yours!

Send an email to Teri Hamburger, AAFO Executive Director, at teri@novia.net with the name of a prospective AAF member, and not only will you receive one of the dual function back-scratcher shoehorns pictured above, your name will be entered into a drawing for a $100 VISA® gift card! Read More

Five Things You Didn’t Know About David Dorfman

I have been working in the large-format printing business for over 25 years, specializing in providing graphics for the multi-unit, retail segment. I recently accepted a position with Revolution Wraps, here in Omaha, as the Director of Business Development, tasked with growing the retail, event and environmental side of the company’s business. Read More

The Holiday Party Committee Needs Your Help

Each year, the American Advertising Federation Omaha hosts a holiday party and silent auction to benefit a worthy, local non-profit organization. This holiday season, AAF Omaha is supporting The Coalition on Human Trafficking. Read More

Legislative Spotlight: November 2015

On October 14, Sheila O’Connor was able to join in on the AAF Legislative conference call. The call was organized by Clark Rector, Executive Vice President-Government Affairs for the American Advertising Federation. There were around 45 AAF members from across the country on the line. Read More

In Case You Missed It: “Advertisers sweat as ad blockers proliferate”

In case you missed it, see the below article on what is happening that is affecting advertising and the general economy. Read More

Renze helps brand UNO’s new Baxter Arena

Renze Display is proud to be the graphics provider for the concourse wall spaces designed by HDR and the concessions area graphics designed by Acrobat Ant. Read More

REDSTONE GROWS WORKFORCE THROUGHOUT FIRM

OMAHA, Nebr. – October 23, 2015 – Omaha-based marketing and communications firm, Redstone, announces the hire of Debbie Hamilton as senior media strategist, Renee Flegel as media accounting specialist, Danielle Jurski as online community and copy specialist, and J.D. Haskell as account executive and media specialist. Read More