Programs
Hear from the Movers & Shakers
Attend an OFA program and you’ll hear firsthand experiences and advice from some of the leading industry professionals. OFA programs feature speakers from all walks of the business.
OFA Chapter Awards
Giving Credit Where It’s Due
Every year, OFA salutes three members who have demonstrated their commitment to their club and their community in outstanding ways. But first we need to hear who you think has gone above and beyond this year. To find out how you can nominate a worthy OFA colleague, click on any of our award links:
Well-respected and recognized in the advertising industry, these prestigious accolades salute our industry’s best and brightest. 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.
After Hours – AdNight
Advertising, After 5-Style
Sneak out a few minutes before 5, spend some time with your fellow OFA members and step inside an AAF Omaha member’s business or area hot spot. It’s all part of OFA AdNights. It’s a darned good excuse to NOT stay late at the office for once.
Interested in Sponsoring Your Own After Hours?
Contact Amanda Peterson or Ashlee Purcell, After Hours Committee Chairs for the details.
Amanda Peterson 392-4843
apeterson@redstonespark.com
Ashlee Purcell 392-4864
apurcell@redstonespark.com
Meet the Pros
February 9 & 10, 2009
Register for the conference, check the current schedule, view the list of speakers and read the blog to unearth the knowledge to defend yourself in the job market. No fancy filter, metal portfolio or plastic binder can save you from the vicious onslaught of the real world. Nail a killer concept and you just might live to see day two.
Education
The More You Know
OFA educates members on the latest trends in technology, creativity and marketing through seminars, monthly luncheon speakers, exhibitions and trade shows.
In addition, OFA offers member networking. It will assist you expanding your client and referral lists – plus networking offers you the opportunity to broaden your appeal in the job market.
OFA encourages young people to enter the advertising business. For college students pursuing a career in advertising, OFA is their link to the business world. OFA gives college scholarships and sponsors college chapters at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Kearney and at Creighton University. OFA also annually facilities a scholarship awarded by Bozell & Jacobs for students attending The Creative Center, Metro Community College and Vatterott College.
Speakers’ Bureau
The OFA strives to educate members, students and area professionals about the advertising industry. If you’re looking for a speaker for your next event please contact us.
(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.
ADDY Awards
Recognizing Our Best
Each year, the Nebraska Addys awards the best and brightest of the previous year’s advertising created by firms throughout Nebraska. Omaha Federation of Advertising (OFA) and Advertising Federatio of Lincoln (AFL) members participate in this prestigious event. Every-other-year the OFA hosts the event in Omaha. The latest information on the Nebraska Addys award show can be found at www.nebraskaaddys.org.
Questions: contact Tina Stokes at tstokes@adfedlincoln.org or Nick Evans at nevans@adfedlincoln.org
Golf Tourney
AAF Omaha hosts an annual golf outing for members and guests each year. It’s a day of fun and camaraderie when you can show what you’re really made of! You’re invited to make great contacts-business and otherwise-and enjoy a spectacular afternoon of golf, lunch, drinks, dinner, unique prizes, silent auction and entertainment!
Check back for updated information on 2008 “Contact Golf” Tourney.
AdWars
You Can’t Handle the Trivia!
Ad Wars promises to be a fun-filled and fact-filled addition to our roster of annual events. The team competition tests your knowledge of advertising practices, terminology and trivia. But it’s anything but trivial – just ask anyone from the 2009 OFA Ad Wars championship team from REDSTONE Communications! It’s a brutal display of seemingly useless terms and acronyms. It’s a grueling and treacherous evening of famous jingles and tag lines. It’s almost fun! Read more…
