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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 Houton 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 9th 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.
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June 12, 2012 “20/20 Vision”
Monday, April 9th, 2012
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012
DJ’s Dugout, 114th & Dodge
6pm-8pm
$10 per person, student discount $5
Join us for “20/20 Vision” and hear from area advertising, marketing and communication professionals. Each presenter will cover 20 slides in 10 minutes. This fast paced event will let you see and hear about great deal of creative work in a very short amount of time.
Emilie Wells, Bailey Lauerman – Disney
Andy Schadwinkel, UNL Marketing Director – Move to the Big 10
Chris Kircher & Kori Reed, ConAgra – Cause Marketing
Dave Webster, Webster Design – Jones Bros. Cupcakes
& The Cupcake Wars
Omaha Sports Commission – Variety of Sporting Events
Watch for an updated list of presenters.
The first hour of the event we will focus on our guest presenters and the second hour will be open for conversation, discussion and networking.
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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.
NE ADDY 2012 Duplicate & Forwarding
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
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Duplicate Awards & Forwarding Silver Winner Information
Gold ADDY Award winners are automatically forwarded to the 9th District ADDY Competition at no cost to entrants.
If you have a Citation of Excellence (Silver Award) winner that
you would like forwarded to Districts, your request and payment must be received in the AAF Omaha office no later than Wednesday, February 22, 2012. Please make checks payable to AAF Omaha and mail to:
AAF Omaha
P.O. Box 6146
Omaha, NE 68106
Questions? Please contact Teri Hamburger, AAF Omaha Executive Director at 402.561.6625 or email teri@novia.net.
DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2012
February 13th Bonus Program for Pros
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
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Join the 2012 Meet the Pros students on Monday, February 13th for a bonus luncheon and program.
Monday, February 13, 2012
11:45 AM
Mid-America Center
FROM THERE TO HERE
A tale of how how two musicians made the long, strange trip from their musical past to their digital present. Sordid details. Lessons learned. Brutal honesty. Optimistic musings.
Bios
Adam Seitz
Director of Creative
Digital Evolution Group
With over 12 years of interactive creative direction, interface design, digital strategy, mobile/app creation, development and marketing experience, Adam has a unique talent for being able to bridge the gap between visual flair and technical functionality while creating a cohesive brand vision. His award-winning work includes websites/microsites, viral/WOM campaigns, mobile and app executions, rich media and social media tactics. He consistently serves as a mentor and teacher to young professionals entering the field, speaks regularly regarding digital media and has juried national award shows. He’s had the pleasure of working with clients such as Hostess, PetSmart, Capital One, T. Rowe Price, Wal-Mart, McDonald’s, Bayer, MetLife, Thrifty Car Rental, Cessna Aircraft, H&R Block, Citi Bank, Lee Jeans, Segway and Time Warner Cable. Adam is currently Director of Creative at Digital Evolution Group and Vice President of KC Art+Copy Club. He attended the University of Kansas and received his degree in Communication Design from Johnson County Community College where he now sits on the Interactive Media Advisory Committee.
John Kreicbergs
Director, Digital Strategy
Meers
John’s endless fascination with emerging technologies helps him lead digital strategy and develop effective interactive tactics. His experience spans large-scale website development, targeted lead generation, email marketing, social media engagement and online media campaigns in multiple categories including food, entertainment, agriculture, travel and medical. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in music and a Bachelor of Music in clarinet performance from Truman State University, John later attended Northwestern University in Chicago where he received a Master of Music in musicology. Later as a freelance writer, he had reviews and write-ups appear in such national music publications as Down Beat and a number of regional entertainment-based alt-weeklies. His brand experience includes Burger King, McDonalds, Bayer Animal Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Hostess Cakes, Dairy Farmers of America, Nebraska Book Company, Burns & McDonnell, Commerce Bank, Starlight Theatre and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Before joining Meers, John gained extensive technological and account management experience at VML, Bernstein-Rein, Barkley and Digital Evolution Group. These days John uses his musical skills to keep his clients and internal teams in tune, on time and marching to the same beat.
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; 2nd Vice President, Membership; OFA 100 Anniversary Chair; two-time Meet the Pros Chair and roundtable speaker; 9th 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 20th 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 27, 2012
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 Names 2011-12 Board
Thursday, July 21st, 2011
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American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha)
Names New Board of Directors
(Omaha, Neb.) July 19, 2011 – The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising, a professional organization of advertising agencies, marketers, media, academia and public relations practitioners has elected a new Board of Directors for 2011-2012.
2011-2012 AAF Omaha Board of Directors
Officers:
President, Michael Goldsmith, Lincoln Financial Group
1st Vice President – Treasurer, Kerry Heinrich, H&A Media Group
2nd Vice President – Meet The Pros, Michael Johnson, Swanson Russell
Chairperson & Membership, Ashlee Purcell, Redstone
Directors:Greg Ahrens, SKAR Advertising
Megan Bergman, Ervin & Smith Advertising & Public Relations
Gil Cohen, Omaha Publications
Cheri Duryea, Lortz Direct Marketing, Inc.
Jaylene Eilenstine, All Makes Office Equipment Co.
Beth Greiner, Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation
Shannon Johnson, Ervin & Smith Advertising & Public Relations
Carrie Kentch, Omaha World-Herald
Jeffrey Maciejewski, Creighton University
Bryan Mohr, Bozell
Jennifer Peters, C&A Industries, Inc.
Lori Shields, Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Steier, Crossroads of Western Iowa
Patrick Stibbs, On the Spot Productions
Matt Wilson, SKAR Advertising
Paula Steenson, Paula Presents!
Board Advisor:
Teresa Lauver, C & A Industries, Inc.
American Advertising Federation Omaha, www.aafomaha.org
Founded in 1906, the American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) is considered the unifying voice of advertising in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area. The professional association is made up of 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.
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.
