April 19, 2021 (Omaha, NE) — RENZE, a 126-year-old provider of exhibits, branded environments, event graphics and point-of-purchase solutions, has promoted John Kestner to Graphics Dept. Manager and has hired Tim Grutsch as Preflight Designer. Read More
The nomination team is seeking diverse candidates and leadership involvement from advertising, marketing and communication professionals from all four corners of Nebraska. Read More
(Omaha, NE, March 23, 2021) – Representatives from the American Advertising Federation Lincoln (AAF Lincoln) and the American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) announced this week that the two Nebraska chapters of the American Advertising Federation (AAF) will be merging on July 1, 2021 resulting in the American Advertising Federation Nebraska (AAF Nebraska). This union is to strengthen and grow the American Advertising Federation and both clubs’ mission across the state. Read More
(Omaha, NE, February 23, 2021) The Creative Center (CC) would like to congratulate 11 students who won 20 awards in the 2021 Nebraska American Advertising Awards. Read More
The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) announces the winners for Silver Medal, Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year. Read More
(Omaha, NE, February 19, 2021) The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) announces the winners for Silver Medal, Ad Pro and Ad Rookie of the Year. Ray and Jan Dotzler, from Dotzler Creative Arts and the Creative Center received AAF Omaha’s top honor the Silver Medal Award. The Dotzlers were honored during the virtual 2021 American Advertising Awards | Nebraska ADDYs awards show, Thursday, February 18, 2021. Read More
LINCOLN, Neb. (February 10, 2021) — Swanson Russell welcomes Libby Bullerdick, Bruce Hartford III, Joey Lenihan, Maddie Keast and Rick Kourchenko. Read More
The Nebraska Legislature Revenue Committee heard testimony on February 3, 2021 on LB422 introduced by Senator Tom Briese. The bill would presume a sales tax on all services. While not mentioning advertising directly,… Read More
Nebraska State Senator Tom Briese (R) has introduced legislation to lower the sales tax rate and expand the base to include all services, including advertising. The bill is similar to one the Senator introduced last year. That measure was the subject of a hearing, but never advanced out of committee. Read More
LINCOLN, Neb. (January 29, 2021) — Swanson Russell received 15 awards at the 2021 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Nebraska Paper Anvil Awards Gala held virtually on January 28. Read More
LINCOLN, Neb., (January 22, 2021) – Swanson Russell has been selected as the agency of record for Takeuchi U.S. in Pendergrass, Ga. Headquartered in Japan, Takeuchi manufactures a wide range of compact equipment, including compact track loaders, compact excavators and compact wheel loaders. Swanson Russell will handle and execute Takeuchi’s public relations and paid media strategies. Read More
LINCOLN, Neb. (January 26, 2021) – Swanson Russell received five honors at the National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Region II awards held on January 14. Best of NAMA honors exemplary work in agricultural communications. Read More
Read the latest issue of AdMuse and find details for upcoming virtual educational and professional development events, programs and networking opportunities AAF Omaha has to offer during February. Read More
In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic has proved that people are resilient and we don’t necessarily have to be collocated with our colleagues to be effective. BL is now bringing more geographic flexibility to its hiring practices and is committed to finding the best talent out there, no matter where they operate from. Read More
Each Year, AAF Omaha hosts a holiday party and silent auction to benefit a worthy, local non-profit organization. This holiday season, AAF Omaha is supporting the Refugee Empowerment Center as the federation’s 2020-2021 Public Service partner. Read More
