2013 AAFOpen Putt-Putt

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013
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SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, June 20, 2013
2013 AAFOpen

Historic Boulder Creek Amusement Park
5:30 -6:30 PM Social Hour
   6:30 Tee Off

To find your coworkers’ true character, play Putt-Putt golf with them.  Start assembling your teams of FOOOOUUUURRRR today!

$50.00 per team of four, 36 holes of Mini Golf

If interested in sponsoring a hole for the AAFOpen please contact the AAF Omaha office.

For more details and to register your team contact the AAF Omaha office 402.561.6625 or email teri@novia.net.

Legislative Update

Friday, March 15th, 2013
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States look again to tax ads

March 4, 2013 online article from Marketing VOX

http://www.marketingvox.com/states-look-again-to-tax-ads-052036/

Bozell Wins 2013 AdWars

Monday, March 4th, 2013
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ADWARS
THE ULTIMATE ADVERTISNG TRIVIA CONTEST

Bozell wins 2013 AdWars

After four rounds of tricky advertising  trivia questions and one creative challenge, the 2013 AdWars champion emerged. Bozell’s team of creative advertising professionals took home the win for the second year in a row. The AdWars traveling trophy stays proudly on display at Bozell!

Thank you to the AdWars and Special Event committee for organizing the 2013 AdWars!
Ron Wall, Create A Buzz
Lisa Healy, Webster Design
Mark Carpenter, SKAR Advertising
Patrick Stibbs, On the SPOT Radio
Jim Deitering, Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Jaylene Eilenstine, All Makes Office Equipment Co.
Matt Wilson, First Bankcard
Kerry Heinrich, H&A Media Group

A special thank you to the following companies for their continued support to this event: Redstone, SKAR Advertising, Swanson Russell, Bozell, Ervin & Smith, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, KPTM Fox 42, OPPD, DAAKE, Envoy, Inc., Webster Design and our raffle donors.

2013 AdWars Poster PDF

Michael Goldsmith 2013 Ad Pro

Monday, February 25th, 2013
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(Omaha, Neb.) February 13, 2013 – Michael Goldsmith is the recipient of the 2013 AAF Omaha Ad Pro of the Year Award. He currently serves as the Marketing Communications Specialist at REI.

Michael Goldsmith
Marketing Communications Specialist
REI

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.

Goldsmith served on AAF Omaha’s Board of Directors from 2003 through 2006 and has been serving on the AAF Omaha Executive Board of Directors since 2010. Most recently Goldsmith served as AAF Omaha’s President (2011-2012) and he currently serves as the club’s Chairman of the Board.  Goldsmith over the past 10 years has chaired many committees and ran a very successful Bid the Blues fundraiser for several years.

In 2012 under Goldsmith’s leadership AAF Omaha was named a national American Advertising Federation (AAF) club of the year.  Goldsmith himself was named an AAF President of the Year and 9th AAF District President of the Year.  In June of 2012 Mike gave credit to his board, “Receiving recognition for AAF Omaha’s club achievements is exciting and a great honor for all members of AAF Omaha.  The creative and talented collection of AAF Omaha members’ work is extraordinary and rival those across the nation” said Goldsmith.  “The honor of national club of the Year and the other national awards would have never been achieved without such a talented and dedicated Board of Directors, committee members and support from agency and corporate members from the Omaha metro area.”

Goldsmith has been a valuable part of AAF Omaha for many years and is a key factor in the successful achievement of the club the last few years.  Even as a past-president, he is very involved and never hesitates to step up to help with an educational events and programs.  He still leads many AAF Omaha committees and works diligently on fundraising efforts to help the club meet current goals and achieve their mission.

Goldsmith is involved with many community organizations.  He has done volunteer work for River City Roundup, Knights of Ak-sar-ben, Summer Arts Festival, Kingswood Athletic Association and Douglas and Harrison county fairs.

Goldsmith was presented with the Ad Pro of the Year Award on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at the Meet the Pros luncheon at the ScottConferenceCenter in Omaha.

Amy Jacobberger 2013 Ad Rookie

Monday, February 25th, 2013
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(Omaha, Neb.) February 13, 2013 - Amy Jacobberger has been named the 2013 AAF Omaha Ad Rookie of the Year. She currently serves as Sr. Account Director at Redstone.                                               

  Amy Jacobberger
  Sr. Account Director
  Redstone 

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.

Jacobberger has demonstrated an extremely high level of volunteerism, creativity and original thinking in the advertising field the past three years.  Jacobberger is generous in donating her talents and time to AAF Omaha and is an asset to the AAF Omaha board of directors.

Jacobberger currently serves on the AAF Omaha board of directors and co-chairs the After Hours/AdNights committee.  In this role Amy helped orchestrate and execute one of AAF Omaha’s most successful holiday parties with proceeds of the 2012 event going to the Salvation Army.  Amy and her committee have planned a number of educational and enjoyable networking AdNight events throughout the year.

Amy is a devoted advocate for AAF Omaha.  She always shares her experiences and excitement with industry professionals and enjoys recruiting new club members.  She is willing to help with club educational events and initiatives.  In her professional role, she holds herself to very high standards and will jump into any task that is given to her.  She is a creative thinker constantly coming up with new ideas. 

She has also made major contributions to the community and serves on the Women’s Fund circles group steering committee where she has served as communications chair, organized 2011 new member/holiday party and volunteered at the Miss Representation screening.

Jacobberger was presented with the Ad Rookie of the Year Award on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at the Meet the Pros luncheon at the ScottConferenceCenter in Omaha.

Seeking Potential Local Spokespersons

Monday, February 4th, 2013
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David Sanders To Receive AAF Omaha’s Highest Honor

Monday, January 21st, 2013
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OMAHA, NE (Jan. 21, 2013) David Sanders, Advertising Research Manager for the Omaha World-Herald, will receive the American Advertising Federation Omaha’s (AAF Omaha) top honor, the Silver Medal. The award will be presented during the 2013 Nebraska ADDY® Awards Show, Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, at the Rococo Theatre in Lincoln. 

The Silver Medal is given to an AAF Omaha member who has achieved success in his or her career, has shown a consistently high degree of creative and original thinking in work endeavors, has strived to increase the stature and raise the standards of the advertising profession and has been active in civic groups, including AAF Omaha itself. 

Sanders is a 40-year advertising veteran whose distinguished career began in 1973 as an intern for Brandeis department store. His work history includes time as a copywriter and account executive for Swanson Sinkey Ellis Advertising, editor and advertising manager for Behavioral Engineering magazine, copywriter for Gloria Aleff & Associates, advertising manager for the Independence Newspaper chain, marketing director for the Papillion Times and sales promotion coordinator for the World-Herald.  

Since joining AAF Omaha in 1983, Sanders has been a staple of the organization. Not only has he served in major positions such as president and chairman of the board, he has worked countless hours behind the scenes mentoring younger AAF Omaha leadership, guiding important programs, finding and securing program speakers, nominating club members for major awards, helping produce countless ADDY® shows and banquets and serving as chair on nearly every AAF committee available. It was no surprise that in 2000, Sanders was named AAF Omaha’s Advertising Professional of the Year. 

“Dave Sanders’ faithful, career-long service to AAF Omaha, the advertising profession and the community at large defines what the Silver Medal is all about,” said Michael Goldsmith, AAF Omaha chairman of the board. 

About AAF Omaha

For 106 years, the American Advertising Federation Omaha has served as a unifying voice for advertising in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area, advocating the rights of advertisers by helping educate policymakers, the news media and general public on the value advertising brings to the well-being of the community. AAF Omaha fosters the highest standards of practice and works to cultivate the industry’s present and future leaders. AAF Omaha has been honored on the district and national levels by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) for its work in advertising education, communications, diversity, government relations, club management, programs, membership and public service. For more information, visit www.aafomaha.org.

ADDY^® Awards Show

The Nebraska ADDYs® annual event, which is open to the public, honors advertising and public relations work in the Greater Omaha, Council Bluffs and Lincoln areas and is the first step to potential regional and national advertising honors. Advertising entry viewing begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. followed by the awards presentation. Tickets are $60 per person and can be obtained by calling 402-561-6625.

AAF Legislative Alert

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013
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2013 Meet the Pros

Friday, January 4th, 2013
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Meet the Pros is a 2-day interactive experience designed to give students insight into the world of advertising, from finding a job to the latest industry trends. The AAF Omaha sponsored event features industry speakers, creative workshops, portfolio and resume reviews, skill building and professional networking.

The programs are designed for advertising, marketing, public relations, graphic and communication students preparing to enter advertising or marketing industries. Click here for the conference agenda.

Thank you to the AAF Omaha 2013 Meet the Pros committee, all Pro volunteers and event sponsors.

2014 Meet the Pros to be held on February 17 & 18, 2014
Scott Conference Center

Help support AAFO and AAFO students

Wednesday, December 12th, 2012
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AAF Omaha is now offering several great opportunities for you to showcase your business.  These new sponsorships will allow your business to be in front of advertising professionals throughout 2013. 

We are especially pleased to introduce a new sponsorship designed to benefit AAF Omaha student members.  In addition to gaining exposure for your company, this “Sponsor a Student” package allows you to provide a student member with admission to Meet the Pros (including a one-year membership in AAFO), two student ADDYs entries and tickets to two AAFO 6-in-60 educational workshops.  Sponsoring organizations can select the student they would like to receive the benefit.  So, if you have a fantastic intern that you would like to support, this is your chance to really show them your appreciation.

For more information about all of these sponsorships contact Teri Hamburger at the AAFO office (402) 561.6625.

2013 Sponsor Packages

Advertising Day on the Hill April 2013

Monday, October 15th, 2012
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2013 Nebraska ADDYs

Monday, October 8th, 2012
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  He was a by-the-books, ill-tempered veteran.
  She was a wide-eyed creative spirit.
  He wanted it done, and wanted it now.
  She just wanted it to be special.

  Then one night, they realized they could have it all.

Deadlines & Desires

You can’t have it all if you don’t enter the Nebraska ADDYs.

Early bird deadline: Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Drop deadline: Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Enter online:  www.nebraskaaddys.org

2012-2013 Nebraska ADDY Awards Show
Februay 9, 2013, Lincoln, NE

Glidden® Paint Brand Sponsors 2013 NSAC

Monday, August 6th, 2012
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WASHINGTON DC – For the 40th annual National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC), the American Advertising Federation (AAF) is excited to announce the Glidden® paint brand as the 2013 client sponsor.  Part of AkzoNobel, the world’s largest paint and coatings company, Glidden is a well respected paint brand serving the do-it-yourself (DIY) and professional markets.

The competition requires AAF college chapter members to develop a 32-page marketing campaign and 20-minute presentation in response to a real-world case study co-authored by the Glidden brand and the AAF Academic Division.  The case study will focus on the Glidden brand as it relates to increasing customer awareness at Walmart stores and driving purchasing behavior among the various Glidden products that are available at the retailer’s 3,200+ stores across the country.  Each student team will first participate at the district level, and then winning teams will advance to the national level.  Student teams will pitch their campaign to a judging panel selected by the sponsor during the AAF’s National Conference, the annual ADMERICA!, to be held in Phoenix, Arizona, June 5-8, 2013. 

”We’re excited to be tapping into some of the country’s brightest, most creative and innovative student marketers to help us address this real opportunity for the Glidden brand,” said Rob Horton, vice president of North American marketing for AkzoNobel, makers of Glidden paint. “The opportunity to communicate Glidden’s brand message to the more than 120-million people who visit a Walmart store each week has endless possibilities; the challenge, though, is for the students to hone in our target audience and deliver a breakthrough marketing strategy that inspires and drives action.”

The AAF has 15 districts with over 200 college chapters represented.  Last year, 152 AAF college chapters competed at the district level, and it is anticipated that that number will increase in 2013. 

“Having the Glidden brand as our NSAC sponsor will be a new challenge for our college chapter members since the program has not had a client in this category before.  Paint products are highly relevant to the millennial market with it being a top of mind home décor option for dorm rooms, apartments, and even possibly, first home purchases.  We look forward to having our students help Glidden build the type of brand loyalty that will stay among this core market as they transition through their lives,” states Constance Cannon Frazier, Chief Operating Officer, AAF. 

The AAF and client sponsor are anxious to see what new innovative ideas the students have in store to target the millennial market.  Year after year, the quality of work and level of creativity surpasses the previous year, and sponsors have been known to implement the ideas generated by these impressive, high-caliber student teams.  

To learn more about how to start an AAF college chapter and participate in the NSAC, please visit www.aaf.org/education.

About Glidden® paint

The Glidden® paint brand offers a rich tradition of innovation and color inspiration, having consistently embodied quality and performance for generations of customers. From the first latex paints that were developed and marketed under the Glidden brand decades ago, to today’s broad assortment of versatile paints, Glidden paint makes it easy for consumers and paint contractors alike to turn inspiration into action and add color to people’s lives. Available nationwide at The Home Depot, Walmart, company-owned Glidden Professional Paint Center stores and other fine retailers. Glidden paint is a brand of AkzoNobel, the world’s largest paint and coatings company.

About AkzoNobel’s North American Decorative Paints Business

Within its North American Decorative Paints business, AkzoNobel produces a portfolio of well-respected brands, including Glidden®, Glidden Professional™, Dulux®/Bétonel®, CIL®, Sico®, Ralph Lauren® and Devoe® paints; Flood®, Sikkens® and Synteko® wood care products; plus LIQUID NAILS® adhesives and Mulco® adhesives and caulks. Products are sold through company stores, national retail outlets, distributors and independent dealers throughout the region as well as exported internationally.

Ralph Lauren® is owned by PRL USA Holdings, Inc. and used under license.

About the American Advertising Federation

The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the nation’s oldest national advertising trade association, and the only association representing all facets of the advertising industry, is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and acts as the “Unifying Voice for Advertising.” The AAF also has 15 district operations, each located in and representing a different region of the nation. The AAF’s membership is comprised of nearly 100 blue chip corporate members comprising the nation’s leading advertisers, advertising agencies, and media companies; a national network of nearly 200 local federations, representing 40,000 advertising professionals, located in ad communities across the country; and more than 200 AAF college chapters, with over 6,500 student members. The AAF operates a host of programs and initiatives including the Advertising Hall of Fame, the ADDY Awards, the National Student Advertising Competition, the Mosaic Center on Multiculturalism, and summer Ad Camps for high school students in Chicago and Washington.  For more information on the full range of AAF programming, visit the AAF’s website at www.aaf.org.

AAF Omaha Wins National Awards

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AAF Omaha

Teri Hamburger, Executive Director
402.561.6625

(Omaha, Neb.) May 7, 2012 – 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 Club Operations and Membership, second place in Education, Public Service, Government Relations, Programs and third place in Diversity & Multicultural Initiatives. AAF Omaha tied with AAF Houston for AAF’s top Club Achievement Award and shares the honor of being named Club of the Year. Awards will be presented during the national American Advertising Federation annual conference June 2-5, 2012 inAustin,Texas.

All clubs and federations affiliated with the American Advertising Federation and in good standing may compete within their membership size division.  AAF Omaha is a member of the AAF 9^th District and has been participating in the Club Achievement national competition for over 25 years. 

AAF Omaha’s first place in Club Operations is a great accomplishment for the club and the organization’s leadership.  AAF Omaha president, Mike Goldsmith (Lincoln Financial Group) is commended for an outstanding year along with the federation’s current board members; Kerry Heinrich (H&A Media Group), Teresa Lauver (C&A Industries, Inc), Michael Johnson (Swanson Russell), Ashlee Purcell (Redstone), Greg Ahrens (SKAR Advertising), Bryan Mohr (Bozell), Paula Steenson (Paula Presents!),  Jennifer Peters (C&A Industries, Inc.), Nicole Steier (Woodmen of the World), Megan Bergman (Ervin & Smith Advertising & Public Relations), Cheri Duryea (LDMI), Beth Greiner (Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation), Shannon Johnson (Ervin & Smith Advertising & Public Relations), Patrick Stibbs (On The SPOT Productions), Matt Wilson (SKAR Advertising), Jaylene Eilenstine (All Makes Office Equipment Co.), Jeffrey Maciejewski (Creighton University), Carrie Kentch (Omaha World-Herald), Lori Shields (Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce) and Gil Cohen (Omaha Publications).

“Receiving recognition for AAF Omaha’s club achievements is exciting and a great honor for all members of AAF Omaha.  The creative and talented collection of AAF Omaha members’ work is extraordinary and rival those across the nation”, said AAF Omaha President, Michael Goldsmith. “The honor of national Club of the Year and the other national awards would have never been achieved without such a talented and dedicated Board of Directors, committee members and support from agency and corporate members from theOmahametro area.”

AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, and ongoing communication initiatives.  In addition, AAF Omaha offers members networking opportunities to assist members in expanding client and referral lists as well as leadership opportunities for professional growth and development. offering the opportunity to broaden members’ appeal in the job market. 

AAF Omaha protects and promotes advertising at all levels of government through grassroots activities. Our nationwide network monitors advertising-related legislation on local, state and federal levels. AAF Omaha puts our members face to face with influential lawmakers and also encourages industry self-regulation as a preemptor to government intervention, when appropriate.

One of AAF Omaha’s national award winning programs is Meet the Pros, attended annually by more than 200 students and involving more than 150 area professionals.  Meet the Pros is a two-day educational program designed to help college students learn more about the advertising industry, become better prepared for the “real world,” and meet area professionals.  Additionally, each spring the American Advertising Federation Omaha awards college juniors and seniors scholarships to area universities.  For more information on AAF Omaha educational programs visit www.aafomaha.org .

AAF Omaha, founded in 1906, formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising (OFA) is considered the unifying voice of advertising in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area.  The professional association is made up of more than 300 members and represents corporate advertising, agencies, marketing, media, printing, suppliers, academia and other advertising and public relations professionals.  As advocates for the rights of advertisers, we educate policy makers, the media and the general public on the value advertising brings to the well being of our community and the economy.

www.aafomaha.org

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AdWars 2012

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012
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Bozell wins 2012 AAF Omaha AdWars

After six rounds of tricky advertising trivia questions the 2012 AdWars champion emerged.  Bozell’s team of creative advertising professionals took home the win.  The AdWars traveling trophy has a new home at Bozell!

Thank you to the AdWars and Special Event committee for organizing the 2012 AdWars!

Amy Jacobberger, Redstone
Patrick Stibbs, On the SPOT Radio
Joe Sacco, The Sacco Group
Jaylene Eilenstine, All Makes Office Equipment Co.
Matt Wilson, SKAR Advertising
Kerry Heinrick, H&A Media Group

A special thank you to the following companies for their continued support to this event:

Redstone, SKAR Advertising, Swanson Russell, A & K Marketing, Bozell, Ervin & Smith, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, KPTM/KXVO, OPPD, Omaha Publications, 2013 US Senior Open and our raffle donors.

Andrea Gourley 2012 Ad Rookie

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
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Andrea Gourley has been named the 2012 AAF Omaha Ad Rookie of the Year. She currently serves as Art Director/Digital Designer at SKAR Advertising.

Andrea Gourley
Art Director/Digital Designer
SKAR Advertising

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.

In Gourley’s short, two years in the industry, she has demonstrated an extremely high level of creativity and design capability and has been generous in donating her talents and time.

Gourley concepted and created all of the design work for AAF Omaha’s Meet The Pros event in 2011 and 2012. This included posters, website and other collateral material. She has also volunteered as a portfolio reviewer at the 2010 and 2011 Meet the Pros events.

Gourley’s major achievements include being awarded a National Judges Citation and Gold ADDY® in the 2010 AAF ADDY® competition in the student category, winning a Silver ADDY® in the 2010 and 2011 Omaha ADDY® competition and winning a Bronze Award in the 2011 AIGA award show.

She has also made major contributions to the community. She designed materials for The American Lung Association’s Corporate Cup in 2010 and 2011, designed a newsletter template for YMCA in 2010 which is still in use today and created the Episcopal Church’s food pantry logo and other materials. She has also worked tirelessly on several projects for the Salvation Army including their annual report and created and designed a corporate identity for Episcopal Tri-Faith Ministries in Omaha.

Gourley will be presented with the Ad Rookie of the Year Award on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at the Meet The Pros luncheon at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs.

Randa Zalman 2012 Ad Pro

Thursday, February 9th, 2012
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Randa Zalman
Online Strategist and Senior Account Supervisor Redstone

Randa Zalman is the recipient of the 2012 AAF Omaha Ad Pro of the Year Award. She currently serves as the Online Strategist and Senior Account Supervisor at Redstone.

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.

Zalman’s professional achievements include being a key part of the team that helped build and define Redstone’s line up of online services. In her role as Online Strategist and Senior Account Supervisor, she oversees development of all online client proposals as well as internal and external education materials. More importantly Randa helps everyone in the agency find new ways to integrate online advertising, mobile, search and social media into their client’s current marketing mix. She has earned a reputation as a knowledgeable, skilled presenter with expertise in sharing the latest trends in online advertising, mobile, search and social media. As such, she has served as speaker, panelist and webinar host for advertising, direct marketing, compliance and insurance organizations on the local, regional and national level. As Advertising Manager for Woodmen of the World, Randa was a leader in the creation and launch of their first ever branding advertising campaigns on local, regional and national platforms. She also helped provide cooperative advertising solutions and education to a Field Force of 1500.

Zalman served on AAF Omaha’s Board of Directors from 2005-2010. She was the After Hours Co-Chair from 2005-2006 and made major contributions as the Meet the Pros Co-Chair from 2007-2010. Before serving on the board, Zalman served on the Meet the Pros committee.

Other volunteer contributions include serving on the MADMA Board of Directors from 2003-2010 where she served as President from 2005-2006. She was on the YWCA Board of Directors from 2005-2007, served on the Insurance Advertising Compliance Association Board of Directors from 2007-2010 and currently serves on a committee dedicated to Social Media for the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. She also has served as the PR Chair since 2010 for Help Portrait, a national non-profit movement that takes professional portraits of those who are homeless or in need, for free; and she founded Social Media Saturdays in 2010. This group helps others become more familiar with the technology and the opportunities that the online environment can provide. Activities include helping the elderly get and navigate their Facebook profiles so they can talk with their kids and grandkids. Sometimes it comes in the form of developing online fundraising strategies for non-profits that don’t have the resources to add one more thing to their budget.

Zalman will be presented with the Ad Pro of the Year Award on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at the Meet The Pros luncheon at the Mid America Center in Council Bluffs.

Lori Meier Silver Medal Recipient

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
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 LORI MEIER TO RECEIVE AAF OMAHA’S TOP HONOR

Silver Medal to be Presented Feb. 4

Advertising professional Lori Meier will receive the American Advertising Federation Omaha’s (AAF Omaha) highest honor – the Silver Medal. The award will be presented during the 2012 Nebraska ADDY^® Awards Show, Saturday, February 4, at the Hilton Omaha.

The Silver Medal Award is given to an AAF Omaha member who has achieved success in their career, shown a consistent high degree of creative and original thinking in work endeavors, has worked to increase the stature and raise the standards of the advertising profession and has been active in civic groups including AAF Omaha.

Meier has been in the advertising industry for more than 20 years. With a background in branding, promotions, business development and direct client service, Meier currently serves as Principal of her own advertising boutique, Center Coast Communication. Her top professional achievements include successful introduction of Cricket Wireless into the Omaha and Lincoln markets; origination of the OFA 100 Anniversary event and Legends of Advertising Hall of Fame; as well as numerous other marketing successes for clients as diverse as General Motors, the Atlanta Olympic Games Housing Committee, Kmart Corporation, Valmont, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Godfather’s Pizza, MSI (Midland Systems, Inc) and CoSentry, to name a few.  “I’m really a generalist at heart and know a little bit about a lot of things which has been a huge asset in a career like advertising.” said Meier. “It’s made me a great conversationalist at cocktail parties and a lethal partner in Trivial Pursuit!”

During her service to AAF Omaha she made major contributions serving in leadership roles including  President; 2^nd Vice President, Membership; OFA 100 Anniversary Chair; two-time Meet the Pros Chair and roundtable speaker; 9^th District Conference Committee; AdWars Committee; ADDYs^® Committee;  and Board member over Special Events, Public Service, Marketing and Sales, Legislative and Programs.

On top of AAF Omaha, Meier also served key roles for countless other professional organizations. She was a member and Pinnacle Awards Program Chair for AMA; a member and Bronze Quill Awards Committee member for IABC; and held many responsibilities with the Chamber of Commerce including Leadership Omaha Alumni –

Class 16, Youth Leadership Omaha mentor, writer for LOAA Newsletter, Ambassadors Program and 20^th Anniversary Event Committee.

Meier also made several civic contributions in the Omaha community. She was a key player and tireless volunteer for Junior League Omaha, Omaha Children’s Museum, Multiple Sclerosis Society, Nebraska Children’s Home, Opera Omaha, Campfire Boys and Girls Club, Creighton Prep CASE Technology Campaign, Fontenelle Forest, Adoption Links Worldwide, Great Plains Girl Scout Council and Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Church.

“This is the highest honor AAF Omaha awards a member. It’s very fitting that we honor a person of such high integrity and commitment to not only our club and community, but also the profession,” said Michael Goldsmith, AAF Omaha president. “I have always looked up to Lori after working with her in the club and on other special events. Her energy, enthusiasm and dedication to the profession are amazing and very hard to match, making her very deserving of our top award.”

During her career, Meier has also received multiple accolades for her work in the industry including: two Silver Awards at the Denver Ad Federation’s ADDYs^® competition, Silver Award at the OFA ADDYs^® Competition, National Gold Ink Pewter Award, IABC Bronze Quill Award, two AMA Pinnacle Awards, two PRSA Silver Anvils, and two AAF Silver Awards. She was also named a “Woman to Watch” by the Junior League of Omaha.

Meier now lives in Austin, TX and volunteers for nearly a dozen organizations/associations in that locale.

About AAF Omaha

For 106 years, the American Advertising Federation Omaha has served as a unifying voice for advertising in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area, advocating the rights of advertisers by helping educate policy makers, the news media and general public on the value advertising brings to the well-being of the community. AAF Omaha fosters the highest standards of practice and works to cultivate the industry’s present and future leaders.  AAF Omaha has been honored on the district and national levels by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) for its work in advertising education, communications, diversity, government relations, club management, programs, membership and public service. For more information, www.aafomaha.org

ADDY^® Awards Show

The Nebraska ADDYS annual event, which is open to the public, honors advertising and public relations work in the greater Omaha, Council Bluffs and Lincoln areas and is the first step to potential regional and national advertising honors. Advertising entry viewing begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. followed by the awards presentation. Tickets are $60 per person and can be obtained by calling 402-561-6625.

2012 Meet the Pros

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011
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Monday, February 13 & Tuesday, February 14
Mid America Center, Council Bluffs, IA
8 AM – 5 PM each day

Meet the Pros is a two-day event sponsored by AAF Omaha, featuring workshops, keynote speakers, portfolio reviews and one-on-one conversations with area professionals. This two-day conference is full of programming to prepare advertising and design students for the real world after graduation.

All of our seminars, breakouts, and keynote speakers are hosted by real, working professionals. This way you know you are getting a real-life picture of what it’s like to work in one of the most exciting industries in one of the fastest-growing markets in the country.

Early Bird Registration is OPEN (Deadline: January 21)

With an AAF Omaha student membership – $95

Without a student membership – $130 (Cost will include membership to AAF Omaha for one year)

Ad professionals welcome each day.  More information will be out soon on keynote speakers.

AAF Bowl-a-Rama

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011
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Teams are forming now!
Friday, January 25, 2013
6-9 pm
Sempeck’s in Elkhorn, 20902 Cumberland Drive

$20/person or $100 for a team of 6
Traveling Trophy, Raffle Prizes and T-shirt Contest!
To register your team email teri@novia.net or call the AAF Omaha office at 402.561.6625.

AAF Omaha Fall Fundraiser

Friday, September 2nd, 2011
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On August 21st AAF Omaha kicked off a fall fundraising project with The Savings Sidekick Omaha Coupon Book. 

The Savings Sidekick Omaha Coupon Book is filled with valuable discounts on local Omaha restaurants, entertainment, goods and services and even gas. Plus, your purchase will support AAF Omaha club operations, educational programming and events. This new 2013 Omaha Coupon Book is Savings Sidekick’s 8th annual and best ever!

These are deep discounts such as buy-one-get-one-free. Most coupons expire December 31, 2013 which gives plenty of time to use your book.  Click here for a list of coupon advertisers and the discounts offered.

Purchase your book today and it will arrive in just 2-3 business days. Soon, you’ll be receiving great savings while helping AAF Omaha, too!

Books are only $20 and can be purchased online at www.omahacouponbook.com/aafo or at AAF Omaha events through December.  AAF Omaha members are welcome to help with our fundraising efforts. If you would like to get involved with this project or upcoming Educational Programs or Special Events email teri@novia.net or call our office 402.561.6625.        

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2011 AAF Omaha Scholarship Winners

Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
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American Advertising Federation Omaha Awards Scholarships

American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising, announced winners of the 2011 AAF Omaha Scholarships.  In 1987, AAF Omaha established two scholarship funds to honor students attending Creighton University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and University of Nebraska at Kearney. 

“Offering scholarships is just one way our organization can help foster the growth of the advertising industry,” said Ashlee Purcell, AAF Omaha’s president.  “AAF Omaha takes great pride in supporting the industry’s future leaders by helping students pursue careers in advertising, marketing, graphic design and communications.” 

Eligible students must have completed the first semester of their junior year as an advertising, graphic design, marketing or communications related major and show great interest in the field of advertising.  Selection criteria include academic performance of a 3.0 grade point average or above and extracurricular activities including AAF student advertising club involvement. 

We are pleased to award three $2,000 scholarships to the following students: 

• Destini Burns, University of Nebraska at Omaha
• Amanda Olson, University of Nebraska at Kearney
• Lacie M. Wiese, University of Nebraska at Kearney

 $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to the following three students: 

• Teonne A. Daye, University of Nebraska at Omaha and University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• Kelly McManus, Creighton University
• Makinzie Vowels, Creighton University

2011 AdWars Competition

Monday, February 28th, 2011
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SKAR Advertising Wins 2011 AdWars!

After six rounds of tricky advertising questions, special bonus sections, and a tie breaker the 2011 champion emerged. The SKAR Advertising team took home the win!

Thank you to the AdWars and Special Event committee for organizing the 2011 AdWars!

            Jenny Dillingham, SKAR Advertising
            Patrick Stibbs, On the SPOT Radio
            Joe Sacco, The Sacco Group
            Trish Newell, HDR
            Amy Jacobberger, Redstone
            Kathy McArdle, Lamar Outdoor Advertising

A special thank you to the following companies for their continued support to this event:

SKAR Advertising, Redstone, Swanson Russell, A & K Marketing, Bozell, Anderson Partners, Ervin & Smith, Lamar Outdoor Advertising and KPTM.