Nominate an Industry Legend

The Advertising Hall of Fame® is the most prestigious award bestowed in the advertising industry, honoring those who have raised the standard for advertising excellence. The esteemed Advertising Hall of Fame®  members include Charlotte Beers, Leo Burnett, Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, Tom Burrell, Jay Chiat, Katharine Graham, Roger A. Enrico, Pat Fallon, Chuck Fruit, John H. Johnson, Stanley Marcus, John E. Pepper, Keith Reinhard, Allen Rosenshine, Ted Turner, Mary Wells Lawrence. Click here for a full list of members.

Candidate requirements are:

• Completed their primary career (from US or an American company abroad) 
• Distinguished themselves in their career
• Contributed to the betterment of advertising and its reputation
• Participated in volunteer efforts outside the workplace.

 Click here to download the nomination requirements and form.

Nomination Deadline: September 27, 2010

The Advertising Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Dinner honoring the newly elected candidates will be held in March 2011 at The Waldorf=Astoria in New York City.

For more information, contact Lisa Rubin at (800) 999-2231 or events@aaf.org

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Creative Award Winning Senior Art Director
to Speak at September AdBites

Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Regency Lodge
11:30 Networking
12 Noon Luncheon & Program

        
Chris Newman
Senior Art Director with Euro RSCG Chicago

Chris Newman, an award-winning senior art director at Euro RSCG Chicago, has quickly risen through the ranks from junior level to senior level art director over his six years with the agency.  Chris is a lead creative on the agency’s expanding relationship with Sprint and has contributed to multiple direct mail pieces and the launch the Sprint Premier identity, a key customer loyalty retention program.

With a strong understanding of design, strategic conceptual thinking and a keen awareness of how to craft and execute an on-target message, Chris is constantly raising the bar for creative and marketing ideas. For high-profile clients including Sprint, Kraft and EFFEN Vodka Chris has produced award-winning direct mail, out of home and digital work aimed at both the consumer and B-to-B segments.

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Chris holds multiple Tempo (Chicago Direct Marketing Association) and AMBIT (Kansas City Direct Marketing) awards for his direct marketing work.  In 2010, he was recognized in by Direct Marketing News in their annual “30 under 30” award and by the Chicago Direct Marketing Association’s “Emerging Leaders” awards. Press coverage of Chris’s outstanding work has appeared in the United States Postal Service’s Deliver Magazine and the Chicago Sun-Times Media & Marketing blog.

Chris began his design career before with an internship at design agency, Round2 Communications (r2i) in Baltimore, MD and participated in The Martin Agency Student Workshop in Richmond, VA. Upon graduation, Chris was hired full-time at Euro RSCG Chicago, a rare first step for a creative right after graduation.

Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts Advertising and degree in Fine Arts Graphic Design from Iowa State University.

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Department:           Client Services                                                              

Reports To:            COO

OPPORTUNITY

This is a client-facing opportunity at a growing marketing strategy company. The Account Manager (AM) is responsible for the overall health and growth of client, partner and vendor relationships. This is done in close coordination with the team by ensuring client objectives are communicated clearly and viable solutions are defined. A successful OBI AM is a hardworking, ambitious team player who loves the independence and creativity of a start-up environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify new opportunities within existing or new clients
• Ensure clients needs are met within OBI success parameters
• Document client business requirements and communicate expectations clearly to OBI team members
• Develop, negotiate and reconcile client estimates and contracts
• Set up and maintain account documentation with PM and finance, as defined by OBI management
• Approve all deliverables prior to being viewed by clients, ensuring agreed requirements are met
• Act as client contact and team liaison for escalated project issues or questions needing resolution
• Ensure high standard of service to clients by monitoring agreed criteria and leading quarterly reviews
• Responsible for advance planning and accurate forecasting with clients in order to prepare OBI team for upcoming campaigns
• Owner of client profitability, responsible for monitoring and reconciling project budgets and expenditures per each contract, along with finance and traffic departments
• Owner of client relationship, ensuring history and campaigns are documented and available for further use across the company
• Leader on client industry, products, strategic challenges and goals, providing support in development of client objectives and OBI team understanding
• Provide management input for improved AM and OBI operations, consistent with company goals
• Semi-frequent business travel to client and OBI engagements, as necessary
• 4+ years experience in marketing
• 2+ years managing clients successfully
• Strong client relationship skills, with ability to strategize, negotiate and resolve account issues
• Ability to get client needs met while ensuring quality and OBI profitability goals are also met
• Responsible self-starter who can both lead a team and be a good team member
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong computer and MS Office skills, and comfort in learning other OBI-relevant tools / apps
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years experience in marketing
• 2+ years managing clients successfully
• Strong client relationship skills, with ability to strategize, negotiate and resolve account issues
• Ability to get client needs met while ensuring quality and OBI profitability goals are also met
• Responsible self-starter who can both lead a team and be a good team member
• Excellent communication (verbal and written)
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong computer and MS Office skills, and comfort in learning other OBI-relevant tools / apps

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience 

AAF Omaha Presents
“Waking Sleeping Beauty“ Movie Screening
Thursday, September 16th
The Dundee Theatre – 4952 Dodge Street
7:30 PM

“One of the best comeback stories in show
                                        business history.”
                                                  – John Horn, Los Angeles Times

This documentary is a look behind the scenes at the re-birth of Disney animation.  “Waking Sleeping Beauty“ is no fairytale.  It is a story of clashing egos, out of control budgets, escalating tensions and one of the most extraordinary creative periods in animation history.

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If you’re a fan of Walt Disney animated movies – specifically the ones made from 1984 to 1994 – you’re going to love the new documentary “Waking Sleeping Beauty”- directed by Don Hahn and produced by Peter Schneider, both key players at Walt Disney Studios Feature Animation department during the mid1980s.  The film offers an amazing behind the scenes look at what was really going on at Disney during that era.

What many forget is back in 1984, animated movies were a dying art form. They were expensive.  They were creatively bankrupt.  And they weren’t making nearly enough money to justify the costs.  It wasn’t until a girl named Ariel came along (“The Little Mermaid“) that Disney remembered what great animated movies can do for the studio.  After “Little Mermaid”, the studio produced three of the biggest animated hits of all time: “Aladdin“, “The Lion King“ and “Beauty and the Beast“.

More after the jump:

What “Waking Sleeping Beauty” does is follow the people and the studio from 1984 to 1994.  From the synopsis:

“Waking Sleeping Beauty” is no fairytale. It is a story of clashing egos, out of control budgets, escalating tensions… and one of the most extraordinary creative periods in animation history.  The film covers the talented people behind the movies of the 1980s and ’90s, charting the success of such filmmakers as John Lasseter, Brad Bird, John Musker, Ron Clements, Glen Keane, Henry Selick, Tim Burton, and Don Bluth from their time at CalArts in the ’70s through the early ’90s boom that culminated with Hahn’s record-setting hit, “The Lion King”.

The movie also features new interviews with Jeffrey Katzenberg, Roy Disney and Michael Eisner, and they each have a lot to say.

While many of you have seen the movies produced during the amazing 10-year period at Disney, you truly don’t know the real story of how everything happened.  Again, if you’re a fan of Disney animated movies, this is a must see movie.

YOU HAVE:

•    3 to 5 years of relevant interactive project management experience
•    Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
•    Excellent written and verbal skills
•    Strong organizational and presentation skills.
•    A solid understanding of project management methodology
•    A sharp eye and mind for details
•    Constant self-motivation
•    A knack for organization; you have a system for digital files, notes and your calendar and they all work.
•    A uncontrollable curiosity, for technology, advertising, pop culture and any other areas relevant to digital
•    Working knowledge and understanding of web technologies, including HTML, DHTML, Flash, XML, etc.
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, persuasion, decision making, and conflict resolution skills
•    The desire to get your hands dirty – and keep them dirty
•    Deep knowledge of all things digital: production, site development, mobile platforms, rich media, audio and video
•    The ambitious attitude of a self-starter who can lead projects with confidence
•    Dedication to the utmost quality, be it in an email, a client presentation or a final project delivery

YOU CAN:

•    Manage and control project scope and the change control process
•    Manage project financials including overall project budget
•    Keep project assets organized and up to date
•    Effectively and clearly communicate with colleagues and clients of all digital backgrounds in writing, on the phone and in person
•    Empower teams across all disciplines through project initiation through to implementation
•    Make complex solutions and information understandable to experts and novices alike
•    Skillfully manage your time to facilitate and maximize involvement in multiple projects
•    Work more than proficiently in MS Word, Excel and Project; (skills in Adobe Creative Suite, HTML and Flash a plus)

YOU WILL:

•    Oversee projects from initiation to implementation
•    Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
•    Identify, coordinate and manage all internal and external project resources
•    Develop and monitor digital project scope, cost estimates, timelines and resources
•    Create detailed work plans a specifications
•    Identify issues the moment they arise and resolve them effectively and in a timely manner
•    Negotiate bids with vendors
•    Manage account-related meetings including weekly producer/account status meetings and internal reviews
•    Perform Quality Assurance and Testing, including concise but specific issue documentation
•    Work with the account team on a regular basis to evaluate the success or failure of programs.
•    Recognize and manage the change control process
•    Build and maintain client relationships in conjunction with Account Managers
 
WE OFFER:
Competetive payment, awesome clients, cutting edge work, paid benefits (health/dental/eye/life/std/ltd), paid relocation, visa sponsorship, and the best work/life balance in the industry.
 
CONTACT:
KT McBratney, Production Director (kmcbratney@phenomblue.com)
 
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Phenomblue is an interactive brand experience agency focused on developing creative solutions that harness the power of technology to tell a consistent story across all digital consumer touch points. A privately held firm with offices in Omaha, Montreal, and NYC, Phenomblue produces internationally recognized award winning work for some of the biggest brands in the world.

AAF Omaha consists of more than 275 members from the local advertising community and is affiliated with the American Advertising Federation, headquartered in Washington D.C.  Our association has a long-established commitment to public service advertising with the goal of improving the quality of life in our communities.  Because of this commitment, AAF Omaha has voluntarily been involved in public service advertising projects for many years, creating and promoting pro-bono campaigns that would normally cost an average of $200,000.  Recent campaign recipients include the Hope Center, Youth Emergency Services, Shaken Baby Task Force, The Kim Foundation/Project Relate, Children’s Respite Care Center, and the Family Justice Center of the Midlands. 

AAF Omaha invites your organization to submit an application for the 2010-2011 public service campaign.  If you believe public service advertising can help your organization achieve its goals, and if you are interested in working with AAF Omaha’s Public Service Committee in the development of a public service advertising campaign, complete and return the enclosed Application for Consideration.  Please note that the application is not a form.  Feel free to write, type or otherwise present your answers on separate sheets of paper.

 Applications must be returned no later than Friday, September 10, 2010, to the attention of:

                                 Jeffrey J. Maciejewski, Ph.D.

                                Department of Journalism & Mass Communication

                                Creighton University

                                2500 California Plaza

                                Omaha, NE  68178-0100

 This application is being distributed to more than 200 non-profit organizations in the Omaha area.  The Public Service Committee will review all applications and select one “client” no later than September 30, 2010.  All organizations submitting applications will receive confirmation of the committee’s decision.

Questions please feel free to email Jeff at  jeffm@creighton.edu.

2010 Public Service Advertising Application for Consideration

He or she identifies influential opportunities, engages regularly with clients and various audiences online and will be called upon to speak publicly as a thought-leader on Bozell’s social influence practice. The Social Media Manager sets the tone, philosophy and strategy for social media efforts, gains appropriate buy-in, then communicates relentlessly. He or she monitors activities guiding participants on integration and best practices while encouraging successful participation. The Social Media Manager is obsessively focused on how results connect to client’s corporate objectives, and is given the tools to measure those results.

Skills

* Demonstrated experience with social media, Web 2.0 channels & great affinity for learning new technologies and techniques.

* Strong relationship building skills, including negotiation & executive interaction, ability to coach others

* Project management, this person must be able to do it, not just talk it

* Ability to develop a business vision for social media, including goals & results

* Leadership/decision-making: is skilled at articulating to clients and teams the importance of social applications and is able to make calm recommendations during crises. Is able to exercise good judgment with quick response time.

* Experienced manager: is able to manage budget and a team, as this function continues to grow

* Flexible communication skills: Strong editorial writer. Is able to present needs and plans and communicate internally, has a distinct, personable voice for external engagement. Can manage negative situations toward positive outcomes.

* Public speaking skills: This person will be the face of Bozell’s Social Influence group, and will be called upon to speak to professional groups

* Has foresight and vision: identifies social computing trends and is able to separate tools from fads

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Identify, establish and cultivate positive relationships with key/targeted bloggers, and/or identify influencers who have importance to client industries.

* Coordinate online media outreach and viral campaigns to promote client messages

* Develop and manage pages and applications on popular consumer social networking websites such as Linkedin, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, etc. as well as popular technology sites intended to increase brand awareness and drive traffic.

* Develop and publish internal strategies for social media projects and technologies.

* Coordinate social media activities by actively engaging in consumer and industry conferences, blogs, video sharing, online chats, wikis, etc., to promote client messaging and increase brand awareness.

* Recruit, develop and coach new content contributors, bloggers and blog editors.

* Manage the day-to-day social media activities; proactively identifying and developing new content, strategies and plans and assigning appropriate tasks to others.

* Track and monitor the success of online initiatives (i.e. impressions, reach and influence), and provide reports for clients and execs.

* Identify and report on digital/social media trends to PR and marketing leaders.

* Educate staff on the implementation and use of new technologies.

* Promote and evangelize social media activities internally.

To Apply

Please send resume and cover letter to kmickelsen@bozell.com or mail to Bozell, Careers, 13801 FNB Parkway, Omaha,
NE 68154

Company Description

We believe anything is possible. That big, bold ideas, executed flawlessly, can truly transform companies, markets and change conventions. That by asking better questions, challenging conventional wisdom and overturning assumptions and prejudices that new possibilities are imagined and visionary ideas are developed. That’s why we think of ourselves as not merely marketing practitioners, but as transographers — actively engaged in the business of transforming markets to help our clients be more successful.

Our service mix is genuinely unique. Some of the big agency holding companies have divisions or properties that do much of what we do — but not all. And not in a truly integrated manner. We know because we were there. For over 80 years we were in the big leagues — as a large multi-national company. But it lost its attraction when focus shifted from clients to Wall Street. So we got back to our roots and have achieved the elusive goal of total integration because we genuinely understand that our whole is greater than the sum of our parts. With experience in the bigs and the heart of a start up, we work side by side with our clients to get results.

Location: 1314 Douglas Street

Omaha’s largest media source is looking for a highly motivated sales professional to succeed in our Digital and Online advertising department. If you have a can do attitude with integrity, creativity and high energy, here’s a great opportunity for you to join the largest employee owned newspaper and website in the nation. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of selling success and can work under deadlines to collaborate with local businesses while promoting and selling Omaha.com and additonal online products.

A minimum of three years business to business sales experience, plus excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously are required. Previous experience selling online advertising is highly desired.

Base salary + excellent commission opportunity

E/O/E
Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required

E-Mail:
jobs@owh.com
Fax to:
(402) 444-1731
Mail to:
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha World-Herald Building
Omaha, NE 68102
1314 Douglas, Suite 600
Attn: Human Resources
Drop Off:
At the Omaha World-Herald Building at 1314 Douglas between 7:30 a.m.
and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 8:00 a.m. and noon on Saturday.

Responsibilities:
•Determine customer requirements and expectations in order to recommend specific products and solutions
•Recommend alternate products based on cost, availability or specifications
•Place classified advertisements
•Verify advertiser’s balances

Requirements:
•Sales, advertising and/or marketing background
•35 WPM
•Microsoft Office Suite
•Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
•Solid/positive job history
•Attention to detail
•Present a professional image at all times to customers and vendors

E-Mail:
jobs@owh.com
Fax to:
(402) 444-1731
Mail to:
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha World-Herald Building
Omaha, NE 68102
1314 Douglas, Suite 600
Attn: Human Resources
Drop Off:
At the Omaha World-Herald Building at 1314 Douglas between 7:30 a.m.
and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 8:00 a.m. and noon on Saturday.

The World-Herald Media Group has immediate openings for Retail Advertising Account Executives in assigned territories for both the Omaha World-Herald and Suburban Newspapers, Inc. Primary responsibilities of this position include the sales and service of existing accounts as well as an emphasis on prospecting. The ideal candidates will be a self-motivated and assertive sales person with strong presentation skills. Base salary + commission

E-Mail:
jobs@owh.com
Fax to:
(402) 444-1731
Mail to:
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha World-Herald Building
Omaha, NE 68102
1314 Douglas, Suite 600
Attn: Human Resources
Drop Off:
At the Omaha World-Herald Building at 1314 Douglas between 7:30 a.m.
and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 8:00 a.m. and noon on Saturday.

Belong. Network. SAVE.

The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha),  is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for its members. 

The 2010 Stack Creative unConference is right around the corner, and AAF Omaha is able to offer its members a discounted registration rate-AAF OMAHA MEMBERS WILL SAVE $50!

What is an unConference?

An unConference is an interactive alternative to the usual conference. Because of the constantly changing nature of digital media, presentations that are prepared six months in advance are sometimes no longer relevant by the time they are given. At an unConference, the agenda is created live by its attendees, providing exchanges for participants that are up to the minute and always relevant. Most of the sessions are not
presentations but rather dialogues and conversations about emerging trends, issues
and industry projects.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Build new collaborative networks and partnerships across disciplines.
• Learn something new from others in the field.
• Find answers to the questions that matter to them.
• Consider business issues related to the advertising industry.
• Be exposed to new ideas for making and keeping advertising relevant.

Who’s Attending?

Participants for The Stack Creative unConference include many of the top creative minds in the MidWest

Including leaders from:

• Traditional agencies
• Interactive agencies
• Clients from a broad range of industries
• Production companies
• Internet media properties
• And people in diverse roles including creative directors, digital artists, CMOs, media planners, copywriters, art directors, futurists, geeks and technical people.

What will be talked about?

• We expect questions like these to be addressed:
  • What shifts are happening in the media landscape, and how are they changing the creative process?
  • What are the shifts in business models?
  • How are new technologies like smartphones, netbooks and GPS devices going to change advertising in the near term?
  • Will online publications kill print? And if so, what then?
  • As a traditional creative, what are effective strategies for expanding into the digital media ecology?
  • As a digital native, how can I work more effectively with traditional creatives and weave our different skills/life experiences together?

All the sessions will have notes taken at them and a book of proceedings will be compiled-so those sessions you can’t make, you won’t completely miss. The following week, a summary of the events will be sent out via e-mail so that you can read up on all the other interesting topics discussed.             

When and where does it all happen?

• Tuesday, September 7
• Nomad-1013 Jones Street, Omaha, NE 68102

How much is registration (for an AAF Omaha Member)?

• Typically, registration for the event is $100. However, AAF Omaha members are able to receive a $50 discount by entering the organization’s promo code. Simply contact Teri Hamburger at 402.561.6625 or teri@novia.net and let her know that you’re registering for the event. She’ll then provide you with the promo code.
• EVEN BETTER NEWS!! . all AAF Omaha members who register for the 2010 Stack Creative unConference will be entered into a drawing to have their unConference registration PAID FOR IN FULL. That’s right . members have the opportunity to attend the unConference for FREE!
• And if you’re not currently an AAF Omaha member?? Become one! Check out our website at www.aafomaha.org or contact Teri Hamburger at 402.561.6625 or teri@novia.net and find out how you can become a member. Once you’re signed up, you can also receive the discounted 2010 Stack Creative unConference registration rate (you’ll save more than 25% on membership and unConference registration combined!). Plus, you’ll be entered into the drawing for the FREE unConference registration.

There’s More!!

• When you become an AAF Omaha member, you’ll begin receiving other great AAF Omaha benefits including:
  • Networking opportunities with local industry leaders
  • Discounted rates for professional development
  • Discounted ADDY® Awards entries
  • Timely information on local and national advertising issues
  • And more!!

 Check out the 2010 Stack Creative unConference website for more details and to see who’s attending: http://www.stack2010.com/

Ashlee Purcell, President AAF Omaha

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
American Advertising Federation Omaha

(Omaha, Neb.) July 6, 2010 - The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising, a professional organizaiton of advertising agencies, marketers, media, academia and public relations practitioners has elected a new Board of Directors for 2010-2011.

2010-2011 AAF Omaha Board of Directors

Officers:
President                                              Ashlee Purcell, Redstone    
1st Vice President – Treasurer                Michael Goldsmith, Lincoln Financial Group
2nd Vice President – Membership           Teresa Lauver, C & A Industries, Inc.                                   
Chairman & Legislative Affairs                 Jane Shinn, JES Design & Domestic Violence Coordinating Council

Directors:
Sarah Childers, Coldwell Banker Commercial World Group
Patrick Stibbs, On the Spot Productions & Journal Broadcast Group
Jenny Dillingham, SKAR Advertising
Morgan Havermann, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Kathleen Overholt, Thought District
Jeffrey Maciejewski, Creighton University
Nicole Steier, Crossroads of Western Iowa
Bryan Mohr, Bozell
Michael Johnson, Swanson Russell
Rhonda Richardson, A & K Marketing, Inc.
Nikki Huffman, Qwest Center Omaha
Brenda Stewart, WOWT

Board Advisor:
Greg Ahrens, SKAR Advertising

 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.

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The account manager is responsible for building and fostering on-going client relations, development and implementation of marketing communication plans, and project management of assigned accounts.  The successful candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be a strong analytical and strategic thinker, manage the details and be capable of juggling multi-projects.  Three to five years’ marketing experience and a four-year degree in marketing, advertising, communications or business is required.  Agribusiness experience is a plus.

Qualified candidates, please submit resume and salary requirements to Swanson Russell – HR Department, 1222 ‘P’ Street, Lincoln, NE 68508 or hr@swansonrussell.com.

www.swansonrussell.com

     Design
     Agency/Client Relationships
     Media
     Multiculturalism/Diversity
     Interactive
     Management
     Professional Development
     Production
     Public Relations

Comprised of Omaha’s fines advertising professional, the Speakers Bureau is a great opportunity to inspire and educate students about the exciting world of advertising – from the clients and creativity to the occasional chaos.  Please consider lending your expertise to the Bureau and to AAF Omaha’s Education Committee.  If you would like to become a member of the Speakers Bureau, please contact Teri Hamburger at teri@novia.net or call the AAF Omaha office at 402.561.6625.

(Omaha, Neb.) June 22, 2010 – 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 awards including first place in the category of Public Service, and second place in Advertising Education, Government Relations and Membership.   Awards were presented during the national American Advertising Federation annual conference June 10-12, 2010 in Orlando, Florida.

The AAF Omaha received top honors for its public service advertising campaign developed for the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (DVCC) Family Justice Center of the Midlands.  The DVCC is an Omaha-based non-profit providing prevention, intervention, and treatment techniques for assisting individuals, area organizations and agencies dedicated to serving those effected by and at greatest risk of domestic violence.  Members of Omaha’s advertising and marketing community donated time and resources to complete the public awareness campaign.  AAF Omaha will continue their partnership with the DVCC through the 2010 calendar year.

Each year, the AAF Omaha chooses a local non-profit organization to receive a comprehensive advertising campaign at little or no cost.  Local non-profits can apply to be considered for the 2010-11 Public Service Campaign.  The application can be found online at www.aafomaha.org.  Recent campaign recipients include Partners for Meth Prevention, The Hope Center, Shaken Baby Task Force, The Kim Foundation/Project Relate, Youth Emergency Services and Children’s Respite Care Center.

AAF Omaha also won national American Advertising Federation awards for second place in Advertising Education, Government Relations and Membership.  “Receiving recognition for AAF Omaha’s club achievements was exhilarating!  The creative and talented collection of AAF Omaha members’ collective work is extraordinary and rival those across the nation”, said AAF Omaha president, Jane Shinn.

AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, exhibitions and trade shows.  In addition, AAF Omaha offers members networking to assist members in expanding client and referral lists, offering the opportunity to broaden members’ appeal in the job market.

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

AAF Omaha, www.aafomaha.org, 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 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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Tuesday, July 20th
Regency Lodge, 909 S. 107th Ave
11:30 Netwoking
12 Noon Annual Meeting, Luncheon & Program
David Bussier, Regional Sales Director for Knowledge Marketing

Topic : Lead Generation – B2B Marketing Automation
Dave will discuss closing the loop between sales and marketing, measuring and improving the effectiveness of marketing programs, and how to generate qualified sales-ready leads.

 Today’s complicated economic environment does not change the fact that B2B marketers still need to generate leads and fill the pipeline for sales.

A Sales Executive with 20 years experience in business development, business strategy, sales process management, revenue growth and customer acquisition. David oversees the business development activities for Knowledge Marketing and specializes in B2B sales and marketing strategy.

In today’s highly competitive and fast-paced digital environment, consistency of brand performance, top-of-mind placement and relevant marketing messaging is essential for the intelligent marketer.

Marketers today have less bandwidth and smaller budgets, with the overall mantra being “do more with less.” Email marketing continues to be the most effective and measurable tool in your marketing kit, with consistent performance in its value and impact on the bottom line.

With fewer resources than ever, one way for marketers to deliver high performance is via automated email programs, coupled with lead nurturing tactics.

Register Here

For more information or to make your reservation, e-mail teri@novia.net. All no-shows will be billed.

You’ll need lots of energy, enthusiasm and the attitude and personal passion for doing great work. You’ll have great interpersonal skills, a minimum of 3 years of experience, and a portfolio full of great work to back it up. We’ll offer a competitive salary and benefits, a terrific environment and an attractive mix of turf and lawn, agriculture and outdoor recreation accounts.

If you’re ready to make a difference, send your resume, online samples and salary requirements to: hr@swansonrussell.com or Swanson Russell, HR Dept -1222 P Street, Lincoln, NE 68508.

 www.swansonrussell.com

Thanks to members like you, AAF Omaha will continue to grow stronger.  As we move forward to make our club and industry even better, we need your active involvement to achieve another successful year for the club.

 Please email teri@novia.net with your committee selections.  Or update your Membership Profile and tell us what activities you would like to be involved with.  You may select more than one committee listed below.  You will be contacted by an AAF Omaha Board Member to provide you with committee information and meeting dates.  Your active participation in the American Advertising Federation Omaha is very much appreciated!

• Education/Scholarship/Speakers Bureau
• Meet the Pros
• AdBites Professional Development over Lunch
• AdNight After Hours Networking
• Fundraisers
• Holiday Party
• Bowl-O-Rama
• AdWars
• Nebraska Advertising Awards, ADDYs
• Newsletter, AdMuse and Public Relations
• Public Service
• Membership
• Legislative Issues
• Diversity
• Movie Series

Job duties include providing support to organization communications, public relations, advertising and marketing efforts by coordinating and prioritizing with department staff to complete projects.  Assists Mission Advancement Department in strengthening internal partnerships with community relations managers, public relations specialists and similar roles at Mosaic agencies.

Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or public relations, advertising or a related field.  Minimum of three years of experience in public relations, marketing, or communications.  Experience in the non profit sector is preferred.  Demonstrated proficiency in written communication is required. 

Mosaic offers a competitive benefits package including a free health insurance option!  Other benefits include dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off and a wellness program.  To learn more, please visit www.mosaicinfo.org .

Please submit salary requirements.

Seeking an outgoing, energetic, self starter eager to help implement marketing objectives in the Omaha and Lincoln restaurants. Responsible for directing catering sales, field marketing activities, as well as other market-wide awareness and sales generating activities such as special events, sponsorships and promotions.​​ Locally owned and operated franchisee with 8 restaurants currently in the market and more scheduled to open next year.

SUMMARY:

The responsibilities associated with this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Developing and executing local store marketing plans that drive awareness and sales.​​
• Work closely with the Operating Partner and General Managers to set marketing plans, achieve sales goals, and assure the excellent operation of catering activities
• Establishing relationships and developing promotional ideas with cross-promotional partners.​​
• Identifying, planning and executing special events,
• Product sampling.​​
• Seeking and developing local sponsorships. ​​
• Fostering strong relationships and team dynamic with the Operating Partner and General Managers
• Hands-on implementation of national marketing promotions and local marketing strategies.​​
• Creating and executing effective grand opening marketing plans for new store openings.​​
• Working with local charities.​​

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A college degree in marketing or advertising with at least two years marketing or sales experience is required.​​
• Applicants must be extremely self-motivated and comfortable with a very autonomous position.​​
• Working some weekends and evenings in conjunction with special events and promotions is required.​​
• This is a full time position that requires flexible hours.​​
• This position requires daily travel within the market; therefore, all applicants must have a reliable mode of transportation.​​ 
• This position is based in the field and will operate from your home.​​ 

MARKETING COORDINATOR BENEFITS: 

Salary – $30,000 – $45,000 with aggressive bonus plan

• A growth-oriented, financially stable company
• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Health Insurance plan

 If you’re ready to help shape our local business and grow your career, please forward your application and resume to tonypage@prodigy.net.

View the job description on Monster at: http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=42652598

View our site:

http://www.baileylauerman.com

Our associates are at the heart of what we do. We believe in teamwork, putting clients first, building strong relationships, achieving quality results and working with integrity.

Role:
TD AMERITRADE is looking for a Creative Coordinator – Agency Relations to join our team! This role will be the liaison between advertising agencies and internal business divisions for all of their creative needs. This person will coordinate project timelines for agency tasks and assists our partners in achieving creative objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Manages workflow for projects between agency and program development
• Provides agency all creative briefs and workflow timelines
• Sets up all creative team meetings with appropriate marketing partners
• Communicates regularly with the brand manager on all project problems relating to workflow and materials/systems
• Project manages all internal creative projects and assist business partners in building their strategic direction for internal projects to ensure all programs meet brand guidelines
• Manage the execution of creative programs for various business units with 3rd party ad agencies
• Manages tier 1 creative for Active Trader, with the Creative Manager and the Director of Brand Activation
• Manages tier 2 projects with Director of Brand Activation
• Manages all tier 3 projects autonomously
• Ensuring all marketing programs meet brand guidelines and enhance the TD AMERITRADE brand

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in Advertising or Marketing
• Strong project management skills
• Organizational skills are a must
• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Business or related field
• Experience with Advertising Account Management
• Ideal candidate will have financial services experience and marketing/advertising experience

Please apply at: https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=800&ji=2449995&sn=I
TD AMERITRADE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and offer a quality workplace.

Forbes award information available at www.forbes.com/platinum. TD AMERITRADE, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC is a subsidiary of TD AMERITRADE Holding Corporation. TD AMERITRADE is a trademark jointly owned by TD AMERITRADE IP Company and The Toronto-Dominion Bank. Used with permission.

         
         
           AAF Omaha AdNight
          Tuesday, May 25
          Addy’s Sports Bar and Grill
          13806 P Street
          5:30 – 7:30 PM

Register here

Thank you to our generous sponsor Thought District!

Experience:  Associate

Functions:  Customer Service, Marketing, Advertising, Sales, Business Development Industries:   Broadcast Media, Internet   

Compensation:   Salary based on experience

Job Description

KETV, the Hearst Television Inc., ABC affiliate in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Marketing Consultant with exceptional new business success. Candidate should be professional; energetic and familiar with a consultant style of selling. Candidates must demonstrate the desire and ability to consult and develop business for KETV and its associated digital platforms, including WeatherNow and KETV.com. Candidate must have a proven ability to develop new business. The candidate must be confident enough to consult and meet with CEO’s and Business Leaders in our community. You should be comfortable using a computer and work with various office programs. This position offers excellent growth opportunity. We are a company that believes in promoting from within. You should have a minimum of at least a year of media sales experience. Preference will be given to candidates with proven sales success. College degree required.

Skills

Internet savvy, computer literate, power point, advertising101 knowledge, basic math, presentation skills, cold calling, translating information to advertisers, drive to be the BEST, go getter attitude, and a team player.

Company Description

Hearst Corporation is one of the nation’s largest diversified media companies. Its major interests include magazine, newspaper and business publishing, cable networks, television and radio broadcasting, internet businesses, TV production and distribution, newspaper features distribution and real estate.

Additional Information

• Local candidates only, no relocation (Greater Omaha Area).
• No third party applications.

http://www.hearst.com

(OMAHA, Neb. – April 26, 2010) – American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising, announced winners of the 2010 AAF Omaha Scholarships today.   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. 

“AAF Omaha proudly supports students pursuing careers in advertising, marketing, graphic design and communications,” said Jane Shinn, AAF Omaha’s president.  “Offering scholarships is one way to help them meet their goals and help us build future leaders for our community and our industry.” 

Eligible students must have completed the first semester of their junior year as an advertising, 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: 

• Anna Marie Berlett, University of Nebraska at Omaha
• Tom McCauley, University of Nebraska at Omaha  
• Yang Song, University of Nebraska at Kearney 

$1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the following four students: 

• Maureen Lodoen, Creighton University
• Brittany Mascio, Creighton University
• Allison Busch, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• Brianne Hake, University of Nebraska-Lincoln 

The winning 7 scholars have been invited to attend the AAF Omaha AdBites, Professional Development Seminar, on May 18^th at the Regency Lodge where they will be honored by the AAF Omaha membership.  For more information on this educational program please contact the AAF Omaha office 402.561.6625. 

With more than 250 members, the American Advertising Federation Omaha is the unifying voice for advertising in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Regency Lodge, 909 South 107th Ave
11:30 Networking
12:00 Luncheon and Program

“Understanding Current Nebraska Tax Laws”
Presented by Ruth Karlsson from the Nebraska Department of Revenue

Enjoy discussing taxes over lunch?  Sounds like a blast?  Regardless of how exciting it sounds it’s crucial that businesses understand current Nebraska tax laws.  Especially with all the changes taking place in Washington

Lawrence and Schiller needs an experienced professional to work as part of a dynamic, close-knit team on high-profile accounts. If you can help develop campaigns that get results and build market leaders, then we need to talk.

Got the right stuff? Show us. Wow us. Make us beg to see more.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

    * At least 5 years outstanding conceptual and design experience.
    * A proven ability to work in print, broadcast and interactive media.
    * Professional level Mac skills.
    * The ability to work collaboratively in a strong team environment.
    * Strong background designing point-of-sale and packaging.
    * Experience with food service and financial clients a plus.

Apply Now!
Click here to complete an online application.
http://www.l-s.com/careersinternships/artdirector/

Or send your resume and samples to:
Lawrence & Schiller, Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
3932 S. Willow Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

No phone calls!

The World’s Largest Advertising Competition

The ADDY® Awards represent the true spirit of creative excellence by recognizing all forms of advertising from media of all types, creative by all sizes and entrants of all levels from anywhere in the world.

This year the AAF 9th District has taken the District ADDY Show on the road!

Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Regency Lodge, 909 South 107th Ave
11:30 Networking
12:00 Luncheon and AAF 9th District ADDYs Show

Register Now

This year the AAF 9th District has taken the District ADDY Show on the road!  Join us on Tuesday, April 20th for the 9th District ADDY Show right her in Omaha.  Joe Mastroianni, AAF 9th District Governor will be presenting this year’s AAF 9th District winners.

With over 50,000 entries annually, the ADDY^® Awards are the world’s largest and arguably toughest advertising competition. The three-tiered ADDY^® competition represent the true spirit of creative excellence by recognizing all forms of advertising from media of all types, creative by all sizes and entrants of all levels from anywhere in the world. The American Advertising Federation, a not-for-profit industry association conducts the ADDY^® Awards through its 200 member advertising clubs and 15 districts. It is the only creative awards program administered by the advertising industry for the industry.

Become a friend of AAF Omaha. If we reach 120 friends by March 15th, all friends will be entered into a drawing to win two FREE tickets to the screening of Crazy People on March 25 at 7pm at the Dundee Theater. Tickets will be presented at the March 16^th AdBite Event. Post this to your Facebook profile to spread the news!

CANCELED!

AAF Omaha will reschedule screening of Crazy People soon!

Thursday, March 25, 2010 – 7:30 PM
The Dundee Theatre
Admission $7.00

You won’t want to miss this comedy starring Dudley Moore, Daryl Hannah and Paul Reiser about a burned out New York advertising executive who enters a sanitarium, falls in love and puts together a creative team made up of patients.

AAF Omaha will be collecting old cell phones for the YWCA.  Donate your old cell phone and receive a chance for great door prizes!

View clips from Crazy People

AAF Omaha proudly congratulates Greg Ahrens Ad Pro of the Year!

Greg Ahrens is the recipient of the AAF Omaha Ad Pro of the year.  Ahrens is a partner and co-creative director with SKAR Advertising. He wears lots of hats with great aplomb, including writer and producer/co-creative director/vice president/partner.

The Ad Pro of the Year award is give 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.

Ahrens has been involved with the AAF Omaha board of directors for the past five years and has been a member of AAF Omaha for many more.  Ahrens has served as the president of our organization and as the board chairman.  He also has chaired several public service campaigns on behalf of AAF Omaha.  Ahrens has more than 20 years of advertising experience and has worked for SKAR  Advertising for 15 years.  With Greg’s Public Service leadership, he and his committee won both AAF District Nine and AAF national awards with outstanding public service campaigns. 

Ahrens also served our country as a member of the Iowa National Guard for approximately 20 years.  He has been involved in public service projects for Teddy Bear Hollow, JDRF, the Ollie Webb Center, the Hope Center and Partners for Meth Prevention.  Other professional pursuits on behalf of AAF Omaha include his involvement with legislative issues as they affect advertising and his creative contributions to local ADDY shows and the District Nine Convention held in Omaha in 2008.

AAF Omaha proudly congratulates Katie Godbout Ad Rookie of the Year! 

Katie Godbout has been awarded the 2010 AAF Omaha Ad Rookie of the Year.  Godbout is the Public Relations Director for the Boy Scouts of America, Mid-American Council. She’s in charge of nearly all things communication including the councils website, newsletter, e-newsletters, media relations and promotional pieces.   

Despite her young age, her responsibilities are great. She handled the crisis communications for the Little Sioux Scout Ranch in June of 2008. This year, the council is celebrating 100 Years of Scouting. Katie developed the Mid-America Council Centennial History Exhibit at the Durham Museum and she’s even compiling the Council’s History Book.

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.

Godbout started her AAF Omaha involvement serving on the Communications Committee and has served on the board of directors for the past three years as the Communications Board Member in charge of the organization’s monthly newsletter and official club communications.

Katie is a dedicated AAF Omaha board member who truly understands the AAF mission.  She shares her commitment to make advertising a positive force in our community and helps bind together the mutual interest of corporate advertisers, agencies, suppliers, academia and other advertising and public relations professionals.

Thursday, February 25, 2010
5:30 – 7:30 PM
OnTrack Studios
6414 South 118th Street

You’re invited to experience sounds of the Caribbean while watching OnTrack Studios, a full service recording studio, show you how it’s done.

OnTrack Studios specializes in audio post and musical composition, as well as jingle development for video, radio and TV commercials.

Enjoy appetizers and island cocktails in a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

Win raffle prizes including gift certificates to Lansky’s Pizza, Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Restaurant, Wheatfield’s and more!

Register Here

Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Regency Lodge – 909 South 107th Ave.
11:30 AM Networking
12:00 Noon Luncheon and Program

$25 Members
$30 Non-Members and Guests

Chewing Gum and Bailing Wire: Big Ideas with Little Budgets

Bob Thacker, OfficeMax
With a long career in both retail and advertising, Bob Thacker has many stories to tell. As a brand architect for Target and now OfficeMax, Bob will demonstrate how building loveable brands, often without big budgets, is truly possible. In adverse times it’s an even greater challenge to find the true opportunities, but Bob has shown that it’s not impossible. In fact, his mantra “Don’t make ads, make news!” has even greater meaning than ever before.

 Register today!

Hay-Merchant, who currently serves as Director of Marketing Communications at Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society, has more than 20 years of marketing communications experience and has worked in both corporate and agency settings.
The Silver Medal Award is given to an AAF Omaha member who has achieved success in his or her career; shown a consistent high degree of creative and original thinking in work endeavors; worked to increase the stature and raise the standards for the advertising profession; and been active in civic groups including the AAF Omaha.

Throughout her career, Hay-Merchant has been actively involved in industry organizations.  She served as President and Chair of the Omaha Federation of Advertising (now American Advertising Federation Omaha); as President of the International Association of Business Communicators; and as President and then Chair of the National Fraternal Congress of America, Nebraska Chapter.  She earned her Accreditation in Public Relations in 2006 from the Public Relations Society of America.

Hay-Merchant was presented the Silver Medal Award on Saturday, February 6, at the 17^th Annual Nebraska ADDY Awards.

Diane Krajicek, Director of Strategic Planning at Bailey Lauerman was named the American Advertising Federation Lincoln 2010 Silver Medal winner.

AAF Omaha Bowl-O-Rama

Congratulations Bozell Bowlers! The Bozell team took home the traveling Bowl-O-Rama trophy.

Bowl-O-Rama
T-Shirt Design Design winner
Swanson Russell!

Gold ADDY Award winners are automatically forwarded to the 9th District ADDY Competition at no cost to entrants.

If you have a Silver Award winner that you would like to forward to Districts, you request and payment must be received in the AAF Omaha office no later than Wednesday, February 24, 2010.

Questions please contact the AAF Omaha office at 402.561.6625 or email teri@novia.net.

2010 Meet the Pros Keynote Luncheon

AAF Omaha 2010 Awards
Ad Rookie and Ad Pro of the Year

Deb Fiddelke, Senior Manager, International and Government Relations – Chicago’s Bid for the Olympics 2016

Join AAF Omaha on Tuesday, February 9th to welcome Deb Fiddelke a senior member of the International Relations team, responsible for developing strategies to secure the support of members of the International Olympic Committee in Chicago’s bid to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  Deb also worked with Congress and Federal Cabinet    agencies for support of Chicago’s efforts.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Mid-America Center, 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, Iowa
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

$25 AAF Omaha Members
$30 General Public

Register today!

Register Here

Join AAF Omaha and AAF Lincoln for the advertising event of the year as we present the 17th Annual Nebraska ADDY Awards!

Hotel Accommondations:
Special Room Rates!  ADDYs guests will receive a special room rate of $109/night if reserved before January 22, 2010.  For reservations, simply call the Hilton Omaha at 402.998-3400 and mention the ADDYs.  For more hotel and accommodation information, visit the Hilton Omaha website.

If you have questions about tickets or event registration, please contact Teri Hamburger at 402.561.6625 or email teri@novia.net.

Western Bowl
4725 South 131st Street
Register Here

Get your team of 4 to 6 bowlers together for a great night of fun at the Western Bowl!  If you don’t have a team, you can still enter.  We will find a team for you!

The winning team earns bragging rights and a trophy to show off at the office.  This year we will once again feature a T-Shirt Design contest.

Your entry fee gets you bowling, shoes, pizza, soft drinks and a chance at great door prizes.

Register on line or call the AAF Omaha office 402.561.6625 with your team’s information!

9:30 PM Pre Bowl Party – Cash Bar
10 PM – Midnight Bowling

                      AAF Omaha Holiday Party rescheduled for
                                  Tuesday, January 12, 2010!

                                         HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

The American Advertising Federation Omaha is pleased to announce that the 2009/2010  holiday party will benefit the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council (DVCC) as part of its continued public service effort.

AAF Omaha “Making Spirits Bright” Holiday Luncheon
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
DC Centre, 11830 Stonegate Drive
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Register Here

The DVCC is the only organization in Douglas County that brings people together to end domestic violence, making our community a safer place to live.  They advocate for system change through education and training and by partnering with agencies that make victims safer and hold offenders accountable.

Please bring an unwrapped donation for the DVCC to the holiday party and receive a raffle ticket for great prizes including tickets to a Lancers hockey game, Creighton Basketball Tickets, passes to the Omaha Children’s Museum and more!  And buy Holiday Hot Cocoa courtesy of Nestle for $5 and enter to win a Grand Prize Drawing from Borsheims!

Suggested donations include:  stuffed animals, toys, children’s books, journals, young adult books, coloring books and pencils, blankets, inspirational books and gift certificates.

Nominate ad legends and rising stars for this year’s Ad Pro, Ad Rookie and Silver Medal Awards.  Well-respected and recognized in the advertising industry, these prestigious accolades salute our industry’s best and brightest.

Nominations are now being accepted through December 31, 2009, so be sure to complete the nomination form to nominate yourself or someone else.  If you have previously nominated an individual and they did not win, please feel free to resubmit their nominations.  Numerous past votes have been very close contests and there are many deserving candidates that should be reconsidered for recognition.

I. Ad Pro
Criteria:  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.

II. Ad Rookie
Criteria:  An AAF Omaha member with five or fewer years in the business who demonstrates outstanding work.  This individual may also have served in the professional and community ranks as well as AAF Omaha service.

III Silver Medal
Criteria:

1. Company Contributions – An AAF Omaha member who achieved success in one of the following areas of work:  advertising agency, advertiser, media or advertising service company.

2. Creative Ability – An AAF Omaha member who has shown a consistent high degree of creative, original thinking in work endeavors.

3. Contributions to the General Advancement of Advertising – An AAF Omaha member who has worked to increase the stature and raise the standard of the advertising profession.

4. Contributions to the Community – An AAF Omaha member who has been active in civic, religious or other groups dedicated to some phase of human or social welfare. 

2010 AAF OMAHA Award Nomination Form

Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Regency Park Lodge, 909 South 107th Avenue
11:30 AM Networking
12 Noon Lunch and Program

Kate Sommer, a two time breast cancer survivor has served in a variety of positions on the local Race for the Cure board of directors.  Kate will discuss the various aspects of planning and implementing Race for the Cure.  Everything from working with volunteers, corporate sponsors, the media and the national Race for the Cure foundation.  In additon she will talk about the results from the October 2009 race and the do’s and don’ts for planning a successful large fundraising event.  Anyone that works with event planning, not for profit campaigns and other marketing professionals will enjoy listening to Kate.

Register Today

Join AAF Omaha
For a Screening of ART & COPY
Thursday, November 5, 2009
7:00 PM
Dundee Theatre, 4952 Dodge Street

Tickets

ART & COPY is a powerful new film about advertising and inspiration.Directed by Doug Pray (SURFWISE, SCRATCH, HYPE!), it reveals the work and wisdom of some of the most influential advertising creatives of our time — people who’ve profoundly impacted our culture, yet are virtually unknown outside their industry. Exploding forth from advertising’s “creative revolution” of the 1960s, these artists and writers all brought a surprisingly rebellious spirit to their work in a business more often associated with mediocrity or manipulation: George Lois, Mary Wells, Dan Wieden, Lee Clow, Hal Riney and others featured in ART & COPY were responsible for “Just Do It,” “I Love NY,” “Where’s the Beef?,” “Got Milk,” “Think Different,” and brilliant campaigns for everything from cars to presidents. They managed to grab the attention of millions and truly move them. Visually interwoven with their stories, TV satellites are launched, billboards are erected, and the social and cultural impact of their ads are brought to light in this dynamic exploration of art, commerce, and human emotion.

Register online for this event or contact the AAF Omaha Office to order your tickets today!

Tickets

Movie Trailer

YouTube

About Sam Mandolfo, Enterprise Acocunt Executive at LinkedIn

Sam joined LinkedIn in May of 2008. He has over 15 years of experience in staffing and recruitment leadership. He teaches recruitment, sourcing, and branding best practices to organizations around the world. He has helped several companies make the shift to a passive candidate recruitment strategy and is an expert in web based recruitment and recruitment advertising solutions. Sam has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and his ideas and strategies have been published in several magazines and web sites.

OFA Members $25
General Pubic $30

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09.24.09
5:00 – 7:00 PM
David Radler Studios, 2553 Leavenworth Street
Beer provided by Nebraska Brewery and Food Provided by Qdoba.

Event is free to OFA members and $10 for non members

Register today!

Rebranding ConAgra

Presented by:
Lance Koenig, EVP/Account Planning, Bailey Lauerman
Teresa Paulsen, VP Corporate Communications, ConAgra

When:
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
11:30 Networking – 12 Noon Luncheon

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE  68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Pubic $30

Register Now »

Lance Koenig, Bailey Lauerman
Lance grew up wondering just why people do what they do. He graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communication. But it was an incredible curiosity about what makes branding and marketing successful that launched his progress in the business. After early positions in account service at two Nebraska-based agencies In 2001, with the invitation to move into a leadership role in Account Planning, he returned to Bailey Lauerman in a co-anchor role in the agency’s rapidly growing Omaha office.

Teresa Paulsen, ConAgra
Teresa Paulsen, vice president, Corporate Communication, leads communication at ConAgra Foods. Teresa has 20 years of experience in the communication field. In her current role, she has company-wide leadership for corporate reputation and internal and external communication, the ConAgra Foods Foundation and corporate affairs work, including corporate social responsibility. She’s accountable for communication effectiveness at ConAgra Foods, corporate branding, and public relations for the corporation, and she leads a team that works to ensure key stakeholder groups, customers, shareholders and employees understand the transformation of ConAgra Foods and its growing presence in consumer’s lives. She holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Journalism School, and a master’s degree in organizational communication from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Join Lance Koenig, EVP Account Planning for Bailey Lauerman and Teresa Paulsen, VP Corporate Communications for ConAgra as they discuss the research, planning and execution for ConAgra’s new brand image.

Register Now »

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2010 Fall Television Preview
A Fall For?  Or a Fall Flat?

When:
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
11:30 Networking – 12 Noon Luncheon

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
AAF Omaha Members $25
General Public $30

What’s better than watching TV’s Fall programming from your sofa at home? Joining your media pals of course, over lunch, popcorn and sneak previews at the AAF Omaha August Luncheon.

Will we fall for or will they just fall flat? Is any single show arriving on the heels of loud buzz? Or is fall’s problem one of too many high-grade averages? After weeks of slogging through almost every new series, AAF Omaha unveils definitive picks on the new additions to “Television You Can’t Live Without”.

If you have any interest in ratings, program information, episode guides, spoilers and trivia, or if you just like TV – you won’t want to miss this program.

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The American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha) Wins National Awards

(Omaha, Neb.) July 6, 2009 – 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 awards including first place in the categories of Public Service, Education and Programs, and second place in Communications and Club Operations. 

The AAF Omaha received top honors for its public service advertising campaign developed for Children’s Respite Care Center, an Omaha-based non-profit providing comprehensive educational, medical and therapeutic care for special needs children through behavioral health, day and overnight weekend programs.  Members of Omaha’s advertising and marketing community donated time and resources to complete the public awareness campaign valued at nearly one million dollars.

 AAF Omaha Public Service Campaign Contributors:

 Turnpost Creative Group
Visual Utility
OnTrack
EmJay
Clear Channel Radio
Robert Ervin Photography
Albers Communications
Barnhart Press
Regal Printing
PrintCo
Lamar Outdoor
Waitt Outdoor
One Magazine
Omaha Family
Today’s Omaha Woman
The Reader
Her
Omaha Magazine
Encounter
B2B Quarterly
Omaha World-Herald
Metro Monthly
Women’s Eduction
WOWT
KETV
KMTV
Journal Broadcast Group
Cox Media
KPTM/KXVO
NRG Media

Each year, the AAF Omaha chooses a local non-profit organization to receive a comprehensive advertising campaign at little or no cost.  Local non-profits can apply to be considered for the 2009 Public Service Campaign.  The application can be found online at www.aafomaha.org.  Recent campaign recipients include Partners for Meth Prevention, The Hope Center, Shaken Baby Task Force, The Kim Foundation/Project Relate and Youth Emergency Services.

AAF Omaha also won national American Advertising Federation awards for first place in Programming and Education.

AAF Omaha educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, exhibitions and trade shows.  In addition, AAF Omaha offers members networking to assist members in expanding client and referral lists, offering the opportunity to broaden members’ appeal in the job market.   One of AAF Omaha’s national award winning programs is Meet the Pros, attended annually by over 200 students and involves over 150 area professionals.  Meet the Pros is a two-day educational program that helps college students learn more about the advertising industry, become better prepared for the “real world,” and meet area professionals.  The American Advertising Federation Omaha each spring awards college juniors and seniors scholarships to area universities.  For more information on AAF Omaha educational programs visit www.aafomaha.org .

AAF Omaha, www.aafomaha.org,  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 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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2009 Grape & Grain Tasting & Media Auction was held on Thursday, May 14th.  We have several Media items on the Auction Block.
If you have interest in binding on these items please contact teri@novia.net for more information.

KXSP-Big Sports 590 Schedule, valued at $1000.00 donated by Journal Broadcast Group

One Month of L-Bar Advertising on Cox Channel 4-News4You, valued at $700.00 donated by Cox Media

Advertising in any Omaha Publications/Omaha Magazine, valued at $500.00 donated by Omaha Publications

Thank you OFA members, vendors and friends who participated in the successful event!

Lamar Outdoor Advertising. Waitt Outdoor,
Concierge Marketing, Timeless Treasures Photography, Renze Display, Omaha Publications/Omaha Magazine,
Clear Channel Radio, WOWT, KLKN TV,
 Husker Sports Marketing, Omaha Star, Inc., The Reader,
El Perico, Today’s Omaha Woman,
Journal Broadcast Group, Cox Media,
The City Weekly, Scott Dobry Pictures, Inc.,
KETV, KMTV, Redstone, and 

3 Key Components for Disney Travel Industry Marketing

Sponsored by Bailey Lauerman

Presenters: Balinda DeSantis and Maira Byers

When:
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

Disney has a large consumer marketing division that speaks directly to consumers, but the work of Travel Industry Marketing is either business to business (B2B), or business to business to consumer (B2B2C). Although many of their materials do end up in the hands of a consumer, none of them ever reach the consumer directly – they are all obtained through a intermediary. Balinda DeSantis and Maira Byers will share some of their experiences in creating and modifying materials that align with the Disney consumer marketing strategies, while still being relevant to the Travel Industry Marketing distribution channel.

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Launching Pop Culture

Presenter: Jennifer Whitlock

When:
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

For well over half a century, people have been brought together by the power of television. From The Dick Van Dyke Show, Happy Days and M.A.S.H., to Dancing with the Stars, LOST and Grey’s Anatomy, TV not only offers an escape from the everyday, but also plays an important role in shaping trends and impacting pop culture. But where and how does it all start? Without innovative, integrated marketing plans to help spread the word, today’s hits may have amounted to nothing more than one season memories. Jenny Whitlock, Director, Marketing Strategy Research at ABC, will share insights into what it takes to break through in a competitive landscape and the importance of understanding and embracing emerging technology for your marketing initiatives.

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Thursday, June 11, 2009
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Renze Display – 6847 N. 16th Street

Top Five Reasons to Attend

• VISIT with potential customers
• KEEP in touch with existing customers
• INCREASE your circle of professional contacts
• MEET new business contacts
• CELEBRATE at the end of a hard day’s work

  Win great raffle prizes!
  Hosted beer, wine and munchies.

  Thank you to our sponsor!

  Renze Display

   

   

Show off your trivia knowledge at AAF Omaha’s 10th annual trivia challenge.  Sign up today to vie for bragging rights and the much-coveted traveling helmet trophy! 

Cost per team is $150 (6-10 people). 
To register, email teri@novia.net or contact the AAF Omaha office at 402.561.6625.  Individuals are also welcome.  We’ll find you a team!
Cost per person is $25 for AAF Omaha members and $30 for non-members. 

2010 event details…

After four rounds of tricky advertising questions, a creative challenge and a special bonus section, the 2010 champion emerged. The Bozell Team triumphed over the competition and earned the AdWars 2010 Championship Title.

The First Amendment, Academic Freedom and an Unrepentant Terrorist

Presenter: Meg Lauerman, Director of Communications, UNL

When:
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

Nothing is more fundamental and unassailable about being American than our First Amendment right to free speech. Nothing is more true about American politics than that public figures are ‘fair game’ in the court of public opinion. Nothing about American public universities is more true than that they are, and must be, committed to open expression of ideas, at the same time they are glass houses, open to ongoing public and media scrutiny. What happens when free speech and politics intersect during a hotly-contested presidential campaign and pose new public relations challenges for a public university?
Meg Lauerman, Director of University Communications at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, will discuss the forces in play and the controversy surrounding the scheduled, but canceled, visit to the UNL campus of Bill Ayers, a Vietnam War protester prominently featured in the presidential campaign.

Bio:
Meg Lauerman, director of University Communications since 2001, believes that the talent on the University Communications team is second to none in the nation’s top research universities, and stacks up as dynamic and innovative when compared with any communications firm in the nation. She also believes that strategic creativity in communications can and does come from all areas of the institution, and that job title has no bearing on being able to make important contributions in moving the university ahead.

Lauerman’s career “priors” include: Assistant Professor of Advertising, UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications; State Farm Insurance Co., media specialist for a four-state area; Nebraska Math & Science Initiative, communications director; Lincoln Public Schools, communications director; Nebraska ETV, senior producer; Visiting Assistant Professor of Broadcasting, UNL; Producer/writer, KOLN-TV news.

Believing that community service is an important part of life, Lauerman recently has served on the board of United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, the Nebraska Humanities Foundation board, the Friends of Ak-Sar-Ben board, and the funeral care committee of First-Plymouth Church. She was named 2006 Public Relations Professional of the Year by the Nebraska Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America. Reading, golfing, biking, knitting, painting and spending time with family and friends are her favorite activities.

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Thursday, May 14th at Granite City
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
$25 per person
$40 for two together
Enjoy a fine selection of brews, select wines and delicious appetizers.

Join in the Silent Auciton to include Media, Creative Services and more from some of Omaha’s Top Shops

For reservations or more information, contact Teri:
teri@novia.net or (402) 561-6625

Sponsored by Omaha Federation of Advertising

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Auction Items

Lamar Outdoor Advertising – Board 10.5x 22.8 (bleed poster) includes production and one month – Value $750
Waitt Outdoor- $1,900 towards board/art/production
Concierge Marketing – Book marketing services – Value $1,000
Timeless Treasures Photography – Sitting and 8 X 10 photo – Value $70
Renze Display – Bannerstand (33.5″ x 80″) full color graphic and padded carry bag – Value $493
Omaha Publications/Omaha Magazine – $500 worth of advertising
Clear Channel – Sponsorship of movie sneak preview (includes passes) – Value $2,000
WOWT – $2,000 Commercial package
KLKN TV -Movie Passes/Marcus Theatres & DVDs; 1st season/sets ABC’s Samantha Who and Eli Stone-$85 Value 
Husker Sports Marketing – Set of unframed National Championship Husker Quarterback Prints – $300 Value
Omaha Star, Inc. - T-shirt and 1 year subscription, 2 sets – valued at $50 each package
The Reader - 1/4 page for eight weeks, black & white – Value $2,416
El Perico - 1/2 page for eight weeks, black & white – Value $1,792
Today’s Omaha Woman – 1/4 page, black & white in Fall Issue – Value $375
Journal Broadcast Group – Schedule on KXSP Big Sports 590 – Value $1,000
Cox Media – One month of advertising on “News for You”
The City Weekly – 13 ads, 1/4 page Black & White – Value $3,250
Scott Dobry Pictures, Inc. – $500 toward photo shoot
KETV - $2,500 Commercial Air Time
KMTV - Four Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun passes-Value $216
Redstone – Four Stir consert tickets to see Eric Church with Randy Houser and Lee Brice Friday, July 3rd – Value $116
Wine Basket – Value $50
Silver & Glass Vase – Value $50
Thank you to GTI and Rob Mayer for printing the Auction table signage!

Auction items are being confirmed daily – check daily for additional items!

If you would like to contribute to the Media Auction please call the OFA office at (402) 561-6625.

From the Source is the American Advertising Federation’s exclusive web seminar series. Bringing trade professionals directly to your desktop through monthly webcasts. This educational benefit is available to AAF members only and is a completely free! This month’s presentation is entitled “Turning Silver into Gold.” Less than 10% of national marketing dollars are currently being spent to reach the “Boomer & Beyond” consumers who hold 80% of the nation’s wealth and most of its disposable income. Why? Join successful serial entrepreneur Mary Furlong, founder of SeniorNet and ThirdAge.com, one of Time Magazine’s “Digital 50 Most Important People” and author of Turning Silver into Gold, and Stuart Rosenthal, publisher and editor of The Beacon newspapers and president of the North American Mature Publishers Association for insight into the growing market of aging Americans. 2pm EST, Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Miss the last presentation? Each From the Source installment is available on demand for free to all AAF members after the initial webcast. Click here for the Web seminar archive.

For questions or comments contact fromthesource@aaf.org or visit www.aaf.org/fromthesource.

The Power of Cause Branding:

Presenter: Jennifer Cawley
Account Director, Barkley

When:
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

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Corporate social responsibility seems to be the buzzword of the 21st century. Companies are realizing that it’s essential they use their power for good. In fact, consumers are demanding they do. And while a brand’s commitment to their community is ideal, executives are also under pressure to maintain a healthy bottom line in a competitive business environment. Research shows that when a brand partners with a cause in a meaningful way, consumers will become more loyal, drive positive sales and have a higher brand affinity. Jennifer Cawley, Account Director at Barkley and part of the agency’s Cause Branding Team, will share tactical advice on how to execute a successful cause platform, as well as share new research on how moms in particular feel about cause branding.

Jennifer Cawley has more than ten years experience guiding some of the most successful cause campaigns in the U.S. She has directed work for the March of Dimes, Lee Jeans, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the Breast Cancer 3-Day, and L’Oreal. She is an expert in cause branding best practices as well as progressive new media applications related to cause branding’s specific consumer outreach.

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It’s been proven that those who continue to advertise in a recession are more likely to not only sustain their business through the tough time, but also come out ahead of their competitors after the recession.

In order to help you make the most of your marketing dollars in 2009, the Omaha Federation of Advertising and the Omaha Chamber of Commerce have gathered local marketing experts, media vendors and independent consultants.  These gurus have offered to help you make the wisest investment when it comes to advertising in this economic downturn.

Thursday, June 18, 2009
7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Cost $40
Location:  Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, 1301 Harney Street

7:30 – 8:00 Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 Introduction
8:45 – 9:00 Roundtable #1
9:00 – 9:30 Vendor Trade Show
9:30 – 10:15 Roundtable #2
10:15 – 11:00 Break
11:00-11:45 Roundtable #3
11:45 – 12:30 Vendor Trade Show

Presented by the Omaha Federation of Advertising in cooperation with the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce.

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Check out this article “Marketing in a Recession”

One of our organization’s purposes is to educate policy makers and the general public on the value of advertising and what it contributes to the well being of our community.  This annual session with our state representatives gives us the opportunity to learn more about our Senators’ perceptions of the advertising community and gives us a chance to share our views and goals with them.

If you can join us for this mixer please register today.

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“This year’s OFA Public Service Committee will be producing a highly effective public awareness campaign to promote essential prevention, intervention, and treatment techniques for assisting individuals, area organizations and agencies dedicated to serving those effected by and at greatest risk of domestic violence (DV).” said James Taylor, OFA public service committee chair.

Karen Hadley, DVCC Executive Director said, “We’re looking forward to working with the OFA to create an ad campaign that will serve as a powerful Call to Action to create awareness about the inexcusable acts of violence that take a tremendous toll on families.  We are keenly aware that many victims live in fear and silence every day.  DV effects people from all walks of life and knows no boundaries.  The DVCC is truly excited to work with the OFA to raise awareness and give hope to those in need of services and support.”

The OFA will help DVCC by providing a pro-bono advertising campaign, which in the past has had an average worth of $300,000 thanks to the support of area advertising agencies and vendors.  The campaign is currently under development and is slated to kick off in May 2009 and run through December 2009.  Past public service projects recipients include, Project Relate, The Shaken Baby Task Force, The Hope Center, The Ollie Webb Center, Parents United, Youth Emergency Services, the Aidan O’Neil Foundation for the Prevention of Childhood Cancer, Partners for Meth Prevention and Children’s Respite Care Center.

Generational Marketing: What’s Age Got to Do With It?

Presenter: Susan Saurage-Altenlohs

When:
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Where:
Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Avenue
Omaha, NE 68144

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

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From the new matures to the millennium generation, our American generations are distinctly different from one another. Lifestyle trends and preferences lend each a definite flavor. Not only are they different from one another, they are unlike generations of prior years. For example, no one would argue that today’s teenagers are nothing like teens of the 1950s. This presentation answers the critical questions: Who makes up our generations and what are their primary values? Which generations are the most influential and lucrative? How can you build your promotional campaigns to secure the best response from your specific markets? This presentation gives you insightful information to use in designing promotions that capture the attention of each generation you must reach.

Susan Saurage-Altenloh’s 20+ years of research experience include facilitating more than 1,600 focus groups, completing hundreds of quantitative surveys, conducting hundreds of in-depth interviews, as well as securing an enviable reputation in her field. She’s known for finding and delivering the “big ideas” for workable, successful marketing strategies. Clients look to her for answers about American consumers.

Her firm Saurage Research, Inc. – which stays on the early adoption curve of new techniques and methodologies – has won several national and regional awards for its creative and unique research approaches to securing critical information for marketing and strategic planning. Susan’s qualitative experience is exceptionally diverse with an emphasis in healthcare, industrial/manufacturing, B2B, C-level executives, energy, professional services, banking, and sensitive issues.

Susan gathers actionable data for a client list that includes large manufacturers and refineries, nationally known medical facilities, prominent financial institutions, municipal and national governmental agencies, and advertising/marketing firms. The most notable ones – AIG American General, Tenet, Conoco, Cameron, the EPA, HP/Compaq, Chicago Board of Trade, BP, Exxon, Dow, Siemens, MD Anderson Cancer Center and McDonald’s – include several Fortune 500 companies.

In addition to being active in the American Advertising Federation (Governor of the Tenth District; past president of AAF-Houston), American Marketing Association (past president of Houston chapter), Marketing Research Association, and Qualitative Research Consultants Association (Technology Chair, Webmaster), Susan has earned various awards.

Susan graduated Magna Cum Laude from HBU, earning her degree in Business Administration and Management. She is a graduate of the MBA program at University of Texas at Austin – one of the top 10 business schools in the country. Before establishing Saurage Research, Susan served as vice-president of a large southeastern region research firm.

Susan has authored several articles appearing in national and regional business publications including Marketing News, Quirk’s Marketing Research Review, Enterprising Women, Houston Business Journal, DBA Houston and TheModerator.net. She regularly appears on television as an expert in market information and research trends. And, because she understands the intricacies and needs of a variety of industries, she is in constant demand as a speaker for advertising, marketing and healthcare groups around the country.

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It’s Sukle Advertising, Not Suckie Advertising

Presenter: Mike Sukle
President and Creative Director

When:
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Where:
Mid-America Center
1 Arena Way
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Cost:
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

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Ironically, the idea of starting the ad agency that carries his name wasn’t Mike’s. It came from a couple of clients cast adrift when the agency he worked at as an art director imploded. Not the first time Mike has listened to clients. And certainly not the last.

Thirteen years later, Sukle Advertising & Design has achieved an enviable track record of helping clients achieve impressive results. Brands like Carter’s and Noodles & Company. Social causes like Denver Water, the
National Sports Center for the Disabled, The Arc of Colorado and the Wyoming Department of Health. Each have benefited greatly from Mike’s sweat and passion for their business.

His work has won virtually every award given in the industry. It has been featured in Communication Arts Advertising and Design Annual, the One Show, Graphis, Print Regional Design Annual, Archive Magazine, Creativity, the Obies, the Clios, the National ADDY Awards, the Chronicle of Philanthropy and on ABC’s “The World’s Best TV Commercials You’ve Probably Never Seen.” He has won Best of Show three times at the Denver Advertising Federation Ad Show.

But any chance at gaining a swelled head was dashed the day after the first Best of Show when a letter came addressed to “Suckie Advertising.”

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(Use the list below to choose a speaker topic and email teri@novia.net to schedule an engagement.)

Advertising
Agency/Client Relationships
Communications
Creativity
Design
Interactive
Management
Marketing
Media
Personal/Professional Development

Speakers
We are looking for professionals in the advertising/marketing industry who are willing to share their knowledge and experience with our club.  Please email teri@novia.net if you are interested in speaking about one of the topics above.

Get your team of 4 to 6 bowlers together for a great night at Elkhorn Lanes!

8:00 PM:  Cocktail Pre Bowl Party at Stevie Ray’s Lounge
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM:  Bowling

The winning team earns bragging rights and a trophy to show off at the office.  This year we will once again feature a T-shirt Design Contest.   Top prize is a limo ride from V.I.P. Limo with dinner at Petrow’s for the winning team, provided by Clear Channel Radio.  Your entry fee gets you bowling, appetizers, soft drinks and a chance at great door prizes! 

Sempeck’s Elhorn Lanes is located just South of Maple Street.

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Why Didn’t I Think of That?

Presenter: Heather Hain
Strategic Planning Consultant, First National Merchant Solutions

Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Ave
11:30 Network and Socialize
12:00 Luncheon begins
OFA Members $25
General Public $30

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Do you consider yourself someone who thinks outside of the box?  Do you describe yourself as a creative thinker?  Come test your creative thinking and gain an understanding of what influences your ability to find alternative solutions.  This will be an interactive presentation where you will learn some of the best strategies to push yourself to new levels of creative problem solving.  You will be surprised how easy it really is!

Heather Hain joined First National Merchant Solutions (FNMS) in January 2007 as a strategy consultant. Bringing nearly 15 years of experience and leadership in strategic planning, change management, communications, training and development, in one short year, she has revolutionized the Top-10 payment processor. Working closely with the company’s executive management team, Heather’s focus on execution excellence has helped propel FNMS to a higher performance culture and quickly positioned her as a highly regarded and sought-after leader. Her role has evolved to include Business Innovation as she continues to influence the executive team in realigning resources and identifying new strategic opportunities while maintaining a laser focus on executing and improving upon FNMS’s ongoing initiatives.

Prior to joining First National, Heather worked for First Data Corporation, where she held senior director roles that drove strategy development, organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, communication and executive performance reporting. She holds a Master of Science in Organizational Development from American University in Washington, DC and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources and Family Science from the University of Nebraska at Omaha as well Six Sigma green belt certification.

Known by her friends and colleagues for her generosity of spirit and unending optimism, Heather and her talented musician husband Rich share an acreage home with a menagerie of four-legged, furry creatures. She currently serves on the board for Santa Monica House.

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To join online:

• Select Join
• Select Membership Application.  Fill out the form.
• Select Membership Type
• Select December 2008 Membership Promo

One of the benefits of membership is receiving a discount on the lunch program series…AdBites (professional development while you eat).  This year’s line up is truly outstanding.  Take a look!

January 20th      Heather Hain, Strategic Planning Consultant, Frist National Merchant Solutions, Interactive Presentation on Being More Creative

February 10th    Meet The Pros/Ad Pro & Ad Rookie Awards
Keynote Speaker Mike Sukle, Sukle Advertising, Devner

March 17th        Susan Saurage-Altenloh, Presiden/Saurage Research, Inc., Houston, Generational Marketing:  What’s Age Got to Do With It?

April 14th          Kelly Glassburn, Disney Vacation Club, Customer Loyalty and Retention

May 19th           Bob Thacker, Sr. Vice President/Marketing and Advertising, OfficeMax

June 16th         Jennifer Whitlock, Director/Marketing Strategy & Research, ABC

Join online or for more information contact the OFA office at (402) 561-6625 or email teri@novia.net.

Our awards programs offer the best of both worlds-a chance to be inspired as we present the Omaha advertising industry’s legendary heroes and rising stars.  Nominations are now being accepted, so be sure to complete the nomination form to nominate yourself or someone else.

If you have previously nominated an individual and they did not win, please feel free to resubmit their nominations.  Numerous past votes have been very close contests and there are many deserving candidates that should be reconsidered for recognition.

Deadline for nominations is Wednesday, December 31, 2008.  Please email your nomination to Greg Ahrens, OFA Chairman of the Board of Directors at gahrens@skar.com or mail to Greg Ahrens, SKAR Advertising, 111 South 108th Avenue, Omaha, NE  68154.

OFA Awards Nomination Form (PDF 84 KB)

Monday, February 8 & Tuesday, February 9

Meet the Pros is Nebraska’s premier student event for advertising and design. Sponsored annually by the AAF – Omaha (formerly Omaha Advertising Federation), Meet the Pros is a two-day conference full of programming to prepare you for the real world after graduation. All of our seminars, breakouts, keynotes, round-tables and one-on-ones are hosted by real, working professionals. This way you know you’re 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. Click here to register »

Registration Pricing

Early Bird Registration (Deadline: January 18)

With an AAFO student membership – $90
Without a student membership – $125 (Cost will include membership to AAFO.)

Regular Registration

With an AAFO student membership – $110
Without a student membership – $145 (Cost will include membership to AAFO.)

Day of Event Registration

With an AAFO student membership – $125
Without a student membership – $160 (Cost will include membership to AAFO.)

Professor Registration

Professor Registration – $65
Please contact Teri Hamburger, Executive Director, at 402-561-6625 for the professor’s promotional discount code.

Why is a Membership Encouraged?

With the pricing increase and the state of the economy, I’m sure the new pricing structure came with a little sticker shock. Our intention in packaging a student membership along with the Meet the Pros registration is to emphasis the importance of networking and staying aware of industry happenings especially in this instable economy. This is a scary time for our industry. Having a student membership is an important first step for students to be proactive in their advertising future. Students can take advantage of a lower price in attending Meet the Pros and they can also open the door to other opportunities such as educational luncheons, networking opportunities, scholarship information and job/internship postings. These experiences are invaluable as a newcomer to the industry scene.

Lodging Information

A block of rooms have been reserved February 7 and 8 at the Country Inn & Suites, a hotel located next to the Mid-America Center. Rooms with double beds are $89.99 + tax. There is a maximum of four people per room. The hotel will hold rooms at the $89.99 rate until January 30.
For Reservations:
712-322-8282
Country Inn & Suites
www.countryinns.com
17 Arena Way
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Most Important Message of All

We can remember what it was like being a cash-strapped college student hoping to break into the industry and make a name for ourselves. Our overall goal is to keep students actively engaged in advertising and set them up for a positive, educational experience as cost effectively as possible. Meet the Pros is fantastic opportunity to give students one-on-one face time with professionals. Click here to register »

If you have any questions you can contact event co-chairs Randa Zalman(rzalman@redstoneweb.com; 402-392-4852); Jerry Underwood (junderwood@woodmen.org; 402-342-1890, ext. 7390) or Teri Hamburger, Executive Director, at 402-561-6625.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

“The Olympic Swim Trials: A Record-Breaking Performance”

Presenter: Doug Parrott
EVP/Public Relations, Bailey Lauerman

Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Ave
11:30 Network and Socialize
12:00 Luncheon begins
OFA Members $25
General Public $30
RSVP by Thursday, November 13, 2008 to Teri at teri@novia.net or 561-6625.

Marketing the Olympic Swim Trials. Learn how a marketing team made up of business and agency experts promoted the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Swimming in Omaha. From countdown tickers and building wraps, to ticket packages and pool construction, you’ll hear what went into the plan that resulted in more than 160,000 tickets sold and tremendous national exposure for Omaha.

Doug was a part of the marketing team and will lead the presentation. He is a former television reporter and news assignment editor, and served as communications director for Governor Kay Orr. He also serves as general manager of the agency’s Omaha office.

Entries will be accepted on November 11 and 18, 2009 between 10:00 am and 4:30 pm.

The ADDYs are the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition, attracting over 50,000 entries every year in local competitions that recognize and reward creative excellence in advertising.

Entering the ADDYs competition supports our entire industry, with the AAF and its local and district affiliates using the proceeds for programs like public service, internships, advocacy groups, advertising education, and consumer awareness.

Early Bird
Wed. Nov 11, 2009
10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Members:  $40
Non Members:  $50
Students:  $20

Drop Dead
Wed., Nov. 18, 2009
10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Members:  $50
Non Members:  $60
Students:  $20

Collection locations:
Omaha:  The Creative Center, 10850 Emmet Street
Lincoln:  Outpost12 Studios, 1033 ‘O’ Street, Suite 12
Kearney: SCORR Marketing, 2201 Central Avenue, Suite A

For more details visit www.nebraskaaddys.org

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Lunch and Learn with the Real Man of Genius

Presenter: Mark Gross,
SVP/Group Creative Director, DDB Chicago

Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Ave
11:30 Network and Socialize
12:00 Luncheon begins
OFA Members $25
General Public $30
RSVP by Thursday, October 16, 2008 to Teri at teri@novia.net or 561-6625.

“Lunch and Learn with the Real Man of Genius” presented by Mark Gross. He was the brains behind Bud Light’s “Real Men of Genius,” which is now known for being the most awarded radio campaign in advertising history.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Preparing for and Engaging the Latino Customer!

Presenter: Norberto Ayala – Flores,
President, Puente Marketing Communications

Regency Park Lodge
909 S. 107th Ave
11:30 Network and Socialize
12:00 Luncheon begins
OFA Members $25
General Public $30
RSVP by Thursday, September 11, 2008 to Teri at teri@novia.net or 561-6625.

This presentation gives an overview of the size of this market, how it has grown and its impact on the overall U.S. market and marketers. The presentation will provide a snapshot on how the Hispanic market IS NOT one homogenous group rather comprised of many sub-groups who are U.S. born and foreign born. One thing that will be stressed is the role of language and culture as marketers and companies deal with Latinos. The role of language is important but the cultural relevance is even more so. If time permits, a case study will be presented regarding a well-known U.S. general market product category and what U.S. Latinos’ attitudes and opinions were toward it.

2008 Fall Television Preview — A Fall For? Or A Fall Flat?

What’s better than watching TV’s Fall programming from your sofa at home? Joining your media pals of course, over lunch, popcorn and sneak previews at the OFA August Luncheon.

Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Regency Lodge – 909 S. 107th Avenue
11:30 Networking – 12 Noon Luncheon
$25 Members – $30 Non Members

Will we fall for or will they just fall flat? Is any single show arriving on the heels of loud buzz? Or is Fall’s problem one of too many high-grade averages? After weeks of slogging through almost every new series that the Big 3 networks will offer this fall, OFA unveils definitive picks on the new additions to “Television You Can’t Live Without.”

If you have any interest in ratings, program information, episode guides, spoilers and trivia, or if you just like TV – you won’t want to miss this program. RSVP to the OFA office at 561-6625 or e-mail teri@novia.net.

2008-2009 OFA Board of Directors

Officers
President: Kristin Petrick, Ervin & Smith Advertising and Public Relations
1st Vice President – Treasurer: Penny Hatchell, Envoy, Inc.
2nd Vice President: Jane Shinn, The Maids International
Chairman & Legislative Affairs: Greg Ahrens, SKAR Advertising

Directors
Amanda Peterson, Redstone Communications
Ashlee Purcell, Redstone Communications
Christin Goetz, Bozell
Randa Zalman, Woodmen of the World
Jerry Underwood, Chemistry Advertising
Katie Kemerling, Ervin & Smith Advertising & Public Relations
Thor Rosenquist, Chemistry Advertising
Kelly Dworak, Bailey Lauerman
Brooke Janousek, First National Bank
Kathleen Durkin, Swanson Russell Associates
Katie Kassebaum, Boy Scouts of America
Patrick Stibbs, On the Spot Productions
Kerry Heinrich, H&A Media Group
James Taylor, Lovgren Marketing Group

The OFA received top honors for its public service advertising campaign developed for Youth Emergency Services, an Omaha-based non-profit providing outreach to homeless teens. Members of the Omaha advertising and marketing community donated time and resources to complete the public awareness campaign valued at nearly half-a-million dollars.

OFA Public Service Campaign Contributors:
Kathleen Durkin, Swanson Russell Associates, Chairperson
Jill Butler, Journal Broadcast Group
Dave Christiansen, Swanson Russell Associates
Teresa Dowling, West
Emily Epstein, Swanson Russell Associates
Cort Irish, Bozell
Catherine Monahan, Ervin & Smith Advertising and Public Relations
Wes Neuhaus, Swanson Russell Associates
Kristin Petrick, Ervin & Smith Advertising and Public Relations
Ed Salem, Swanson Russell Associates
Dan Walker, Swanson Russell Associates
Jennifer Windrum, Swanson Russell Associates

Each year, the OFA chooses a local non-profit organization to receive a comprehensive advertising campaign at little or no cost. Local non-profits can apply to be considered for the 2008 Public Service Campaign, now. The application can be found online at www.omahaadclub.org. Recent campaign recipients include Partners for Meth Prevention, The Hope Center, Shaken Baby Task Force and The Kim Foundation/Project Relate.

Omaha Federation of Advertising, www.omahaadclub.org
Founded in 1906, 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 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.

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Regency Lodge
11:30 AM Networking
12:00 Noon Luncheon
Sheila Campbell, Wild Blue Younder

Presenting Persuasively:
How to Sell Your Ideas to Clients, Superiors and Teammates

No matter how good our ideas are, they aren’t worth anything if you can’t persuade other people to act on them.  Sheila Campbell will show you how to enhance your credibility and plan your presentation strategy so your great ideas can come to life.

Sheila Campbell is president of Wild Blue Yonder, Inc.  a consulting firm centered around organization behavior, creative thinking, strategic planning and leadership, with a particular focus on marketing oriented organizations.  Wild Blue Younder clients have included the World Bank, National FGeographicTelevision, Amerca Oline, FannieMae, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, among others.  Her advertising clients have included Arnold Worldwide, JWT, Ogilvy Worldwide, Euro RSCG, the American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAA) and the Institute of Canadian Advertising.

Small Business Symposium
Friday, June 6, 2008
7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Television. Radio. Direct mail. There are hundreds of ways to market your business. But advertising is not one size fits all. When it comes to marketing, how do you know what’s best for you?

Join the Omaha Federation of Advertising for a morning of roundtable presentations and discussions by local marketing experts. You choose the topics to attend based on your own business needs. Afterwards, browse a media trade show to speak one-on-one with media experts and independent designers and copywriters who will help you gather information and set actionable goals.

Roundtable topics:

• Design
• Copy
• Grass Roots Marketing
• Web Site Development
• The Importance of Branding
• What Media Forms are Best for Your Business?
• Public Relations
• Interactive Advertising
• Non-traditional Advertising
• How to Create a Marketing Plan

Cost: $35
The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
1301 Harney Street

Schedule of Events
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Introduction
8:45 – 11:30 a.m. Roundtable Discussions (three 45-minute sessions)
9:30 – 9:50 a.m. Roundtable Session #3 (optional)
11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Trade Show with Media Vendors and Freelance Professionals

Online Registration
To register, complete the following information and mail your check, payable to Omaha Federation of Advertising, to: OFA, P.O. Box 6146, Omaha, NE 68106-6146. You may also register by phone by calling Teri Hamburger at 402-561-6625.

Small Business Symposium
Friday, June 6, 2008
7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $35
The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
1301 Harney Street

Please mail your check, payable to Omaha Federation of Advertising, to:
OFA
P.O. Box 6146
Omaha, NE 68106-6146

Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Regency Lodge
11:30 AM Networking
12:00 Noon Luncheon

Gary Meo, Scarborough
“Hybrids – Not Just for Automobiles”
How newspaper are gaining audience online and evolving into hybrid print and digital content providers.

Click here for June 17th AdBites Information

Barnhart Press
Elman & Co.
Ervin Photography
Ervin & Smith
The Great Plains Motion Picture Company
Horner Music
Omaha World-Herald
REDBARN.TV
Regal Printing
Renze Display
SKAR Advertising
Wright Printing
World Marketing

SILVER SPONSORS

Bailey Lauerman

BRONZE SPONSORS

Reel People

LOGO SPONSORS

Colonial Press

INDISPENSABLE INDIVIDUALS

Mike Duman
Kim Guyer
Nate Hall
Jerry Longe
Jeanne McGowan
Bill Roberts
Richard Robbins
Tom Roth
Paula Steenson
Steve Thiesfeld
Kathryn Velasco
Desiree Walsh-Spencer

SPECIAL THANKS TO:
The Creative Center and Swanson Russell Associates for opening their offices to us for entry gathering and pickup.

Thanks also to Nomad Lounge for hosting the Judge’s Reception.

Thirsty for recognition? The 2007-2008 Nebraska ADDY Awards are on the way!

Planning for the 15th annual Nebraska ADDY Awards is well under way. The call-to-entry posters were mailed in mid-September and the web site is now live at www.nebraskaaddys.org.

The 2007-2008 Nebraska ADDY Awards will be held on Saturday night, February 2, 2008 at the Hilton Omaha (across from the Qwest Center).

The Early Bird Deadline for entries is Wednesday, November 7, 2007 and the Drop Dead Deadline is Wednesday, November 14, 2007.

If you have questions, call Mark Carpenter at SKAR Advertising, 402-330-0110, or e-mail your questions to info@nebraskaaddys.org.

Visit the Nebraska ADDYS official website at www.nebraskaaddys.org .