Presentation of OFA 2007 Awards:
Ad Rookie and Ad Pro
Public Service That Changed a Nation
Presented by Karen Volkman of the Ad Council
Please note location change.
Tuesday
February 13, 2007
Mid-America Center
1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs
11:30 Network and Socialize
Noon Luncheon Begins
OFA Members $20
General Public $25
Karen Volkman is the Managing Director of the Midwestern Region Ad Council. The Advertising Council has had an extraordinary impact on generations of Americans. The campaigns have mirrored and influenced some of the most important social issues facing our country during the past six decades. Working with the advertising and media community, The Advertising Council public service campaigns have shaped American attitudes and behaviors. The presentation, “Public Service That Changed a Nation” will chronicle the 60+year history of the Ad Council public service campaigns. The presentation will include case studies of iconic campaigns such as Smokey Bear and “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires” (USDA Forest Service), “A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste” (United Negro College Fund) and “Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk” (U.S. Department of Transportation). Learn how The Ad Council has identified a select number of public issues and stimulated action on those issues through communications programs that have made a measurable difference in our society.
It’s an AdBites you won’t want to miss! Please RSVP by Monday, February 5 to Teri at teri@novia.net or 561-6625.
Upcoming Events
- February 3: ADDY Awards Show & Banquet at the Rococo in Lincoln. For details and to RSVP, visit www.nebraskaaddys.org.
- February 12 & 13: Meet the Pros. Mid–America Center/Council Bluffs.
- March 15: Battle of the Bands. More details to come.
- March 20: AdBites: Frank About Women, a marketing–to–women communications company dedicated to providing insights, ideas, and initiatives that get women to love and buy brands. LOCATION CHANGE FOR THIS MEETING ONLY: Ironwood Country Club, 12726 Pacific Street.
- April 17 AdBites: Blogs and Social Media: Why Should You Care? You may be wondering whether you should be using blogs as a communications tool for your own company or your clients. Whatever your interest, get a look at the impact of blogs on communications and an overview of how and why to get involved yourself. Regency Park Lodge, 909 S. 107th Street.
For more information on our upcoming programs/events, to volunteer for a committee, or to become a member, visit www.omahaadclub.org, call Teri at
561-6625 or email her at teri@novia.net.
If you haven’t joined OFA,
now’s the time!
The Omaha Federation of Advertising is offering a special prorated price of $45 or $25 for students. But you must sign up by Jan. 31 to receive this special rate. OFA membership is a great way to meet and network with fellow advertising professionals. With this prorated offer, your membership is good through June 2007. If you have never been an OFA member, now’s the time to discover what you’ve been missing. If you haven’t been a member in awhile, this is the right time to reacquaint yourself with all that OFA has to offer.
As a member, you’ll enjoy:
- Membership Pricing for AdBites: Professional Development – monthly luncheon programs with big-name speakers and topics
- Hot tips from industry pros
- Discounts on entry fees for the Midlands Marketing Expo and ADDY Awards
- Discounts on events like wine tastings, golf outings and trivia contests
- Discounts from the American Advertising Federation on items like magazines, car rentals, insurance and more
To request an application, e-mail a message to Teri Hamburger at teri@novia.net or visit www.omahaadclub.org.
RSVP by Monday, February 5 to Teri at teri@novia.net or 561-6625.
